Families in Crisis, Inc.

Citizen involvement is an integral part of Families in Crisis, Inc. People from all walks of life donate their time and skills to provide services to clients. Their contributions assist the organization to serve a greater number of people in need and to operate cost-effective programs.

Volunteers complete an extensive training program, including an orientation to the courts and the correctional system, prior to assuming their volunteer duties. Volunteers play an active role in programs that help adults and children who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.

Who Volunteers at Families in Crisis, Inc.

• Men and women at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor and master level student interns
• Retired persons
• Religious groups, service boards, youth groups
• Business persons and organizations

Volunteer Opportunities

• Family support workers
• Court outreach
• Youth service workers (The YES Program)
• Registration and child escort services (The Children’s Centers)
• Mentors for the young fathers program
• Student placements (casework, group work, family counseling, community organization and public policy bachelor and master level academic internships)
• Office support
• Fund development
• Board of director member