Regional Opportunities
Our divisions appreciate the support of volunteers in their communities. Whether you are interested in providing in-kind support, a helping hand, or a financial contribution, your investment in our efforts is invaluable. To find a division nearest to you, visit our division page or email us at info@projectsweetpeas.com for more information.
Volunteer from your home
In recent years, Project Sweet Peas has expanded its outreach nationally, and we are always in need of volunteers to help us carry out our mission. Virtual volunteering removes the barriers of distance and allows flexibility to work with your schedule, so that you can offer your passion, skills, and expertise to make a difference.
Neonatal Intensive Care Awareness (NICA) Month Coordinator
We are currently seeking 1-2 volunteers interested in advancing the efforts of our worldwide initiative, Neonatal Intensive Care Awareness Month. Help us grow our community of support, inspiration, and empowerment.
To learn more about NICA month, please visit our website at www.nicuawareness.org
Volunteer must be a self-starter, with the ability to work within a virtual environment.
Commitment: 15 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
Preferred Qualifications:
To learn more about NICA month, please visit our website at www.nicuawareness.org
Volunteer must be a self-starter, with the ability to work within a virtual environment.
Commitment: 15 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
- Become knowledgeable of Project Sweet Peas organization history, mission, etc
- Build and manage relationships with NICA month sponsors and other constituents
- Serve as an administrator on Neonatal Intensive Care Awareness Month social media (including facebook and/or twitter)
- Facilitate meaningful dialogue with constituents
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Social media experience
- Marketing background
- Fundraising experience
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
Grant Committee Volunteer
Commitment: 5-10 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
Preferred Qualifications:
Responsibilities may include:
- Research government, foundation and corporate grants
- Establish and maintain working relationships with grant funders
- Assist Board of Directors with the writing and submission of the grants
- Comply with all grants as required by corporate/foundation donors
- Maintain accurate records in database of all grants and donations
- Track statistics relevant to development and report metrics and data to donors as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Grant research and writing experience
Promotional Committee Volunteer: Social Media
Are you experienced in social media development and engagement? Are you interested in giving back to the NICU community? We are looking for a volunteer to assist with our social media outlets. Help us grow our community and support more families in the process.
Commitment: 10-15 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
Preferred Qualifications:
Commitment: 10-15 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
- Become knowledgeable of Project Sweet Peas organization history, mission, etc
- Serve as an administrator on Project Sweet Peas' social media (including facebook, instagram, pinterest, and/or twitter)
- Create engaging social media posts
- Facilitate meaningful dialogue with constituents
- Promote events, awards, fundraisers, miscellaneous items upon the request from the Board of Directors and volunteers
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Social media experience
Bereavement Volunteer
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who wants to give back to the Pregnancy and Infant Loss community. Volunteer must be a team player and become an active member of our organization and bereavement committee.
Commitment: 15-20 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
Preferred Qualifications:
Commitment: 15-20 hours per month
Responsibilities may include:
- Become knowledgeable of Project Sweet Peas organization history, mission, etc
- Facilitate our Forever My Sweet Pea Facebook page by creating engaging posts and by interacting with community members
- Create personalized graphics on a monthly basis for bereaved families
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Social media experience
- Graphic design experience
Hands on Help
Project Sweet Peas is always looking for helping hands. You can donate handmade items to local projects and we have included links to free patterns for your convenience.
Free Knitting, Crochet and Sewing Patterns:
Ravelry – Tons of free sewing, knitting and crocheting patterns, must have a log in
BernatCares – Must register to find free patterns
Bev’s Country Cottage - Free patterns
NIN - Free patterns
CareWear - Free patterns
The Preemie Project - Free patterns
Charity Sewing – Free Sewing patterns
Crochet N More - Free crochet patterns
Knitting in the NICU - free knitting patterns
Knitting Paradise - Free knitting patterns
P2 Designs Charity Patterns - Free patterns
Angels4Preemies - Free patterns
Knitting Pattern Central - Free patterns
**Please check with each division coordinator to see if handmade donations are accepted. All donations must be newly made and come from a smoke-free home. We ask that donations from pet-friendly homes be placed in zip lock bags to refrain from pet hair getting on donation.
Blanket Sizes
Preemies:18'-22' Square
Newborn: 22'-30' Square
Isolette Covers: 60' Square
Size by Weight
1-2 lbs
Head Circumference: 8" - 10"
Neck to Feet: 9" - 10.5"
Chest: 7.5" - 8.5"
Feet: 1.5" - 2"
2-3 lbs
Head Circumference: 10" - 11"
Neck to Feet: 12"
Chest: 9"-10"
Feet: 2"
4-5 lbs
Head Circumference: 11.5" - 12.5"
Neck to Feet: 11.5" - 12.5"
Chest: 11"
Feet: 2.5"
5.5-6 lbs
Head Circumference: 12.5" - 13"
Neck to Feet: 15"
Chest: 11.5"
Feet: 3"
6-8 lbs
Head Circumference: 13.5"
Neck to Feet: 14.5"
Chest: 11.5"
Feet: 3" - 3.5"
9-11 lbs
Head Circumference: 14.5"
Neck to Feet: 17"
Chest: 14.5"
Feet: 3.25" - 3.75"
Free Knitting, Crochet and Sewing Patterns:
Ravelry – Tons of free sewing, knitting and crocheting patterns, must have a log in
BernatCares – Must register to find free patterns
Bev’s Country Cottage - Free patterns
NIN - Free patterns
CareWear - Free patterns
The Preemie Project - Free patterns
Charity Sewing – Free Sewing patterns
Crochet N More - Free crochet patterns
Knitting in the NICU - free knitting patterns
Knitting Paradise - Free knitting patterns
P2 Designs Charity Patterns - Free patterns
Angels4Preemies - Free patterns
Knitting Pattern Central - Free patterns
**Please check with each division coordinator to see if handmade donations are accepted. All donations must be newly made and come from a smoke-free home. We ask that donations from pet-friendly homes be placed in zip lock bags to refrain from pet hair getting on donation.
Blanket Sizes
Preemies:18'-22' Square
Newborn: 22'-30' Square
Isolette Covers: 60' Square
Size by Weight
1-2 lbs
Head Circumference: 8" - 10"
Neck to Feet: 9" - 10.5"
Chest: 7.5" - 8.5"
Feet: 1.5" - 2"
2-3 lbs
Head Circumference: 10" - 11"
Neck to Feet: 12"
Chest: 9"-10"
Feet: 2"
4-5 lbs
Head Circumference: 11.5" - 12.5"
Neck to Feet: 11.5" - 12.5"
Chest: 11"
Feet: 2.5"
5.5-6 lbs
Head Circumference: 12.5" - 13"
Neck to Feet: 15"
Chest: 11.5"
Feet: 3"
6-8 lbs
Head Circumference: 13.5"
Neck to Feet: 14.5"
Chest: 11.5"
Feet: 3" - 3.5"
9-11 lbs
Head Circumference: 14.5"
Neck to Feet: 17"
Chest: 14.5"
Feet: 3.25" - 3.75"
