Volunteer
Your involvement is critical in helping us carry out our mission of serving families and individuals impacted by trauma and violence.
We have many ways for you to lend a hand in our organization - both virtually and in person!
Our goal: To engage a diverse group of individuals to become long term volunteers in all areas of FCR programming so that we can inspire healthier communities free from family and community violence. Through our work in support of vulnerable populations, one day all children and adults will be able to thrive in a safe, just, and equitable world.
Please see all of our volunteer opportunities below. If you would like to join us in making a difference as a volunteer or as a part of the FCR community network, please fill out our Volunteer Form below.
For more details on available volunteer positions or for any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Dena Miller at dena.miller@fcr-ma.org or (508) 583-6498.
Programs and Services Volunteer*:
Visitation Services
Teen Healthy Relationships
Mental Health Services
Domestic Violence Advocacy Services
Fundraising & Events Volunteer- Assist with planning and coordinating fundraising and community events.
Education and Outreach Volunteer - Connect with community partners to help plan informational events and spread awareness
Marketing/Social Media Volunteer - Assist the development team with social media posts, virtual outreach, and graphic design
Skill-Based Volunteer -We are always looking for more opportunities for us and our clients! Have a special expertise that you would like to teach, or share with us and our community? Let us know! We would love to host a training, a webinar, or work with you individually to see how we can benefit our community and our clients.
Administrative Office Volunteer - Assist with various office projects, supporting administrative office team and helping out both in-person and virtually with office-related maintenance
Project-Based Volunteer (s) -FCR is always working on different projects throughout the year both in our main office and satellite locations, and out in the community throughout the year. We love to explore to new ideas! So, if you have a project or activity you would like to share let us know!
Corporate Groups & School Based Groups - If your group is interested in getting involved in helping us with fundraising and events, facility improvements, donation drives, etc., give us a call!
*Please note that some opportunities require completion of a 35 Hour DV & Program Training (which will be offered virtually through FCR beginning June 1, 2021) ; All client facing volunteers must also pass a background check.
You can also find us @ VolunteerSouthcoast.org a partnership between the United Way of Fall River, Greater New Bedford & Greater Plymouth County!
Internships - Internships are available for both bachelor’s level and masters level students, please contact Dena Miller at dena.miller@fcr-ma.org for more information.
Volunteer recognition:
The Wayne McAllister Award
The Wayne McAllister award was created in honor of Wayne and his steadfast dedication to his community with respect to, in particular, Family & Community Resources, Inc. (FCR) and its constituents. For over 30 years, Mark’s passion for and dedication to his community embody the values inherent in the Wayne McAllister Community Service Award.
our Volunteers Make Things Happen!
Volunteer Spotlight
Janice’s Closet needed some real organization and Nadya was just the person to take that on! She quickly sorted and labeled boxes of donations from our friends at Carter’s/Oshkosh
2021 Walk for Survivor Safety
We could not have done it without you!
Click the volunteer application button below to download our volunteer application or to fill in - on line!
Thank you!