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Volunteer

Make a difference in someone’s life.

 “Volunteers are love in motion!” 

– Author Unknown

 

Whether you’re an individual or part of an organization, your support can truly make an impact in the lives of those who need it most.

There are so many ways you can volunteer with FCA.  You can participate in one of our specially designed events OR organize a donation drive on our behalf.

You’ll find a month-by-month breakdown of dates and specific needs below.

If you need additional information, please contact:  Loida Santos, phone: (516) 746-0350 (x4517)  – lsantos@fcali.org

 

 

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APRIL – NATIONAL VOLUNTEER MONTH & MINI MIGHTY TRIATHLON 

Volunteer Opportunities

MAY– HONORING MOTHERS & MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS 

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Thursday, May 8- 1pm-2pm – Come assemble care packages for mothers in FCA programs and help raise awareness for mental health.
    • Thursday, May 15th – 1pm – 2pm – Gardening at our residential houses.

    Donation Drive idea

    Self-Care Essentials: Donate journals, stress-relief items, skincare products, and self-care books for FCA’s mental health programs.

     

    JUNE – KICKING OFF SUMMER WITH KINDNESS

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Tuesday, June 24- 3-4pm – Come assemble “Summer Essential Survival Kits” with us!  Pack and distribute kits from our in kind drives for our homeless youth and individuals facing housing insecurity.

    Donation Drive idea

    Summer Essentials: Donate sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottles, hats, and bug spray.

     

    JULY– NO SCHOOL, NO LUNCH 

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Thursday, July 10- 9:30am-10:30am: Summer Lunch Assembly – Prepare lunches for children who rely on school meal programs. Nut Free assembly.
    • Tuesday, July 22- 1:30pm-2:30pm – Summer Lunch Assembly – Prepare lunches for children who rely on school meal programs. PB&J sandwich assembly.

    Donation Drive idea

    Healthy Snack Collection: Donate granola bars, protein bars, fruit cups, applesauce, and nut-free snacks.

     

    August – Back-to-School Prep

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Friday, August 13 – 12-2pm –Organize and Inventory donated materials for Back to School items for FCA clients.
    • Tuesday, August 19 (time TBD): Back-to-School Backpack Distribution – Help sort and distribute backpacks and school supplies to children in FCA programs. (not available for first time volunteers).

     

    Donation Drive idea

    School Supplies Drive:  Donate backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, and lunchboxes for children in need.

     

    September – Senior Support Month

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Thursday, September 11th – 12-2pm – Adopt-A-Senior  – Write letters, affirmations, assemble small care packages to seniors in FCA’s programs.

    Donation Drive idea

    Comfort items for Seniors:  Donate puzzles, large-print books, blankets, and non-slip socks for seniors.

     

    October – Trunk or Treat

    Volunteer Opportunities

    • Tuesday, October 14th – 12-1pm – Assemble Halloween candy packages for FCA’s Trunk or Treat event.

    Donation Drive idea

    Costume & Candy Drive – Donate new costumes, candy, and decorations for FCA’s Trunk or Treat Halloween event.

     

     

    Volunteer FAQ

    Where are you located?

    Our headquarters are in Garden City, with additional locations across Nassau and Suffolk County.

     

    When can I volunteer?

    We have volunteer opportunities Monday-Friday, and the occasional weekend opportunity.