Volunteer Opportunities

with

Advocates for

Homeless Families, Inc.

Volunteers are vital to the effectiveness of Advocates for Homeless Families, Inc. The time, energy, and talents contributed by our volunteers are essential in helping Advocates support & empower at-risk and homeless families. Volunteers allow Advocates the resources to help families help themselves move up & out of poverty and homelessness. There are many ways to be a volunteer for Advocates for Homeless Families & there are many opportunities for service.

DIRECT SERVICES
Help with children
Assist with special events
Become a Mentor or conduct workshops
Provide budget counseling
Tutoring children & adults
“Adopt a Family”
“Adopt a House”

ADMINISTRATIVE
Answer phones
Bulk mailing
Filing and Clerical Work
General office duties

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
General repair work
Painting (interior & exterior)
Landscaping/lawn work
Plumbing repairs
Electrical repairs
Housecleaning

BENEFITS OF BEING AN ADVOCATES’ VOLUNTEER:

Your travel expense are tax deductible
Excellent reference on your resume
Feeling of connection with the community
The satisfaction of helping those who are less fortunate
Knowing you make a difference in the world

If you are interested in sharing your time & your talents with Advocates,
please contact theAdministrative Assistant at 301-662-2003 or adminasst@afhf.org.

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