Join Our Volunteer Team
Volunteers are integral to our organization- the support we receive from individuals, groups, and other organizations is crucial in assisting our guests create a path of self-sufficiency. Before completing an application, please read our volunteer requirements and expectations below.
Volunteer Requirements
All volunteers are required to:
- Must be age 18 or older. This is to protect the privacy, safety, and dignity of our youngest guests. Any volunteer under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present. Unsupervised children are not allowed. We recommend that very young children not be brought to the shelter while parents are attempting to volunteer.
- Complete the volunteer application and have a background check every two years.
- Attend a volunteer orientation and training.
- Receive on-the-job training with a seasoned volunteer or staff member.
Please Note: No community restitution or court-ordered volunteer can be accepted. Please contact the Volunteer Manager, with any questions: awinfield@arlingtonlifeshelter.org or 817.548.9885.
Ways to Serve:
Holiday Donation Assistance: We need volunteers to help process, sort, and organize donations that come into the Arlington Life Shelter. Volunteers play a key role in ensuring items are ready for those in need by assisting Monday through Friday during business hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This position requires a minimum commitment of one shift per week through the December 20. Volunteers must attend a training session and pass a background check. Email awinfield@arlingtonlifeshelter.org for more information about training.
Provide a Meal: Grab a team of co-workers, a faith group, or your family and friends and cook a meal for residents. We need Food Team Volunteers to purchase, prepare and serve a meal to 120 residents. This is a great opportunity for small groups interested in giving financially and volunteering. We need teams to provide breakfast, lunch and/or dinner. Email awinfield@arlingtonlifeshelter.org for meal guidelines and available dates.
PALS: Partners of Arlington Life Shelter (PALS) is an auxiliary group that fundraises for the shelter and provides special events such as birthday and holiday parties for the residents. Click her for more information.
For more information on how to serve, please contact Volunteer Manager, Ashley Winfield.
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