Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering at F.A.M.E.
The volunteer program at F.A.M.E. compliments our support services and provides volunteers with an opportunity to develop new skills, meet new people, and gain knowledge about mental health. All volunteer opportunities support our mission statement.
At F.A.M.E., we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, skills, and interests. Below is a list of current volunteer opportunities. If you have a skill that you would like to share with us, we would be happy to discuss other opportunities. For further information about volunteering, please contact Nicole Lucas at 416-207-5032, ext. 28 or nicolel@fameforfamilies.com
Youth Volunteer Program
F.A.M.E. encourages youth to become involved in our organization and currently has a youth volunteer program in Peel Region. Youth are invited to an information session which includes an educational component about mental health issues and resources, as well as general information about F.A.M.E. programs and services. Youth gain community service hours at the session and various volunteer opportunities are discussed. For more information about our youth information sessions, please contact Nicole Lucas.
Volunteer Opportunities
Special Events Assistant
F.A.M.E. hosts numerous events throughout the year in all areas of our catchment area including Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke and Peel Region. Special Event volunteers provide assistance with event set-up, food preparation, registration, clean-up, and other specific event details. Examples of F.A.M.E. events include: Fundraisers, Educational Speakers Meetings, Holiday Family Parties, and the AGM.
Fundraising Volunteer
To assist with agency fundraising activities including: events, solicitation of donation and membership mailings.
Publicity and Promotions Assistant
Volunteers provide assistance in promoting our programs and services. Activities may include representing F.A.M.E. at community fairs, distributing brochures, and other promotional activities.
Office Assistant / Telephone Support
Office volunteers assist with general administrative duties including: photocopying, preparing documents for mailings, faxing, and filing. Volunteers also provide telephone support for fundraising activities or reminders to F.A.M.E. family members.
Board Member
F.A.M.E. board members are responsible for providing leadership and guidance to the organization by serving on the volunteer Board of Directors. Board Members must participate in at least one agency committee and attend monthly board meetings.
Committee Member
Volunteers work collaboratively with other committee members to plan and develop the specific goals of the committee. Various F.A.M.E. committees include Special Events, Fundraising, and Communications.
Volunteer Application (download)
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