This year’s National Volunteer Week theme—“Volunteers Make Waves”—honors those who quietly but powerfully ripple through communities, leaving lasting impact in their wake. At REST, we’re celebrating volunteers like Amy Chapman, whose nine-year journey of service has touched lives in big and small ways.
Amy’s story is not one of a single role or moment—it’s a mosaic of connection, creativity, and compassion. Over nearly a decade, she’s worn many hats:
Hosting clothing swaps
Delivering carloads of donations
Organizing prayer walks and soul-care sessions
Rallying youth to write encouragement cards
Preparing meals for the drop-in center
Creating art alongside survivors
Educating others about trafficking
Recruiting fellow volunteers
And through it all, Amy says it’s never felt like a sacrifice.
“My involvement has shifted with each season of life,” she shares. “It’s been shaped by my interests, availability, and the people around me. Every small act has been a way to make a meaningful difference.”
Amy’s connection to REST has transformed her—not just as a volunteer, but as a person.
“REST—their staff and clients—has profoundly shaped who I am. They’ve changed the way I see the world and taught me what it truly means to extend grace—to others, and to myself.”
That impact has flowed into the next wave of her journey: building a nonprofit of her own. With a mission that naturally aligns with REST, Amy sees her future as part of the same movement toward freedom, healing, and hope.
To Amy—thank you for the countless ways you’ve shown up, served, and made waves in the lives of survivors and the heart of our community.
Inspired by Amy’s story? Ready to make your own waves? Reach out to volunteer@iwantrest.com to learn how you can get involved.