Volunteer Opportunities

Families First has many volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Click on the opportunity of interest below and tell us a little more about yourself. A Families First Volunteer Services representative will contact you to further discuss your interest and availability.

Administrative Support Assist with administrative tasks such as mailing preparation, copying, data entry or meeting preparation. Details and Sign Up »

Adopt A Family Sponsor a family for Thanksgiving, the December Holidays or throughout the year. As the holidays approach, sponsors can sign up on this website, select the family or families they wish to sponsor, and the family information and wish list items, as well as delivery instructions, will be sent via e-mail. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals, families, schools, and faith based or employee groups. Details and Sign Up »

Sponsor a Child's Birthday Party Provide a birthday cake and gifts for a child who would otherwise not have a celebration. Sponsors needed for sibling groups and children of all ages. Companies or groups may also choose to sponsor a whole family’s birthday celebrations throughout the year. Delivery to the family’s residence will be arranged by the staff member working with the family. Details and Sign Up »

FAST (Families and Schools Together) Volunteers are needed to assist the Families and Schools Together (FAST) program at schools throughout the metro-area. These eight-week sessions are designed to increase student’s academic performance, improve student behavior and increase parental involvement with their child’s school. Details and Sign Up »

In-Kind Donations You can help support families in need by donating new or gently used items. Needed items include gift cards, computers, new baby clothing and supplies, car seats, books, toys and school supplies for children of all ages. Details and Sign Up »

Tutor Provide educational assistance for a child or teen. Details and Sign Up »

Childcare for Foster Kids Volunteers needed to provide childcare for foster children at the monthly Foster Parent Association meeting, on the second Thursday of every month (7pm – 9pm). Details and Sign Up »

Teen Activity Supervisor Adult needed to supervise and plan activities for 6 teen boys one afternoon a week at the Families First Main Office in midtown. Details and Sign Up »

Special Event Assistance Assist staff with appreciation and recognition events for Families First clients. Opportunities include our annual Adoptive Families holiday party and Foster Care Appreciation Celebration. Details and Sign Up »