VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteers have varied backgrounds with a broad range of experiences and educational expertise.  They generously donate their time, energy and spirit to help the people we serve. In many cases, our volunteers are a connection to, and an extension of, the many services provided by Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven.

Volunteers not only help enrich the lives of others, but also learn and gain from their experiences.

Volunteering takes on many forms. Whether you have an hour a day, a few hours a week, are looking to fulfill community service hours, or you would just like to be involved in special projects, we may have an assignment for you!

• Food Pantry Volunteer – Volunteers help staff our Food Pantry as well as pack bags for the Food4Kids.  Due to confidentiality and pantry procedures, any volunteer working with clients must be at least 18 years of age.  We do utilize younger volunteers and groups of children and students with direct adult supervision to help pack Food4Kids bags during the academic year (late September – Early June).  Please visit these programs on our website and let us know if you’d like to get involved!  Contact Sandy Hagan or call 203-397-0796.

Community Service
Community or civic service is now required for many students and those looking for Mitzvah Projects for an upcoming Bar or Bat Mitzvah.   You can also reach the Pantry at 203-397-0796.  For a printable version of our volunteer application, please see below.  If you are not available during Pantry distribution hours, we can possibly help tailor an activity to your needs and required hours.