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Volunteer to Support Those Experiencing Homelessness in Larimer County with Family Housing Network!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fort Collins, CO
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Family Housing Network serves families experiencing homelessness. We offer a range of programs to serve families on the continuum from homelessness to housed; each program serves every family's complex and unique needs. Our programs range from light touch services to long-term support. The programs we offer are Resource Navigation & Case Management, Day Center, Rapid Rehousing, Overnight Shelter (Faith Family Hospitality), and Bridge Housing (Sherwood House).

    Family Day Shelter Volunteer

    Available Times:

    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)

    Time Commitment:

    A few hours per month

    Commitment Details:

    Volunteers can choose between 1–2-hour commitment during workdays and 4 hour commitment on Saturdays

    Cause Areas:

    Children & Youth, Family, Housing & Homelessness

    Benefits:

    Training Provided

    Participation Requirements:

    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    Our day shelter (Day Center) provides a safe, welcoming place for families with children who are experiencing homelessness and working towards permanent housing. We are looking for compassionate and reliable volunteers to help support the daily operations of our Day Center and create a positive environment for the families we serve.

    Day Center Volunteers assist staff with a variety of tasks that help the shelter run smoothly and ensure families feel welcomed and supported.

    Volunteer Responsibilities:

      • Answer and direct phone calls/ Take messages
      • Check families in and out of the Day Shelter
      • Help maintain a welcoming front desk environment
      • Restock supplies and assist with light organizational tasks
      • Provide general support to staff as needed

    What We’re Looking For:

      • Friendly, dependable volunteers who enjoy helping others
      • Comfort interacting with children and families during a challenging time in their lives
      • Ability to maintain a respectful and welcoming environment
      • Ability to pass a background check
    • Training and orientation will be provided.

    By volunteering with us, you are helping ensure families have a safe place to spend their day while they focus on their housing goals. Your time and kindness will make a meaningful difference in the lives of parents and children in our community.

    Location

    On-site

    family housing network

    Fort Collins, CO, USA

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