Become a Volunteer

Interfaith Community Services offers various opportunities to get involved in the community. No contribution is too big or too small. Whether you can give a few hours each year, a few hours each month, or volunteer on a regular basis, your time and talents make a real difference.

Steps to Get Started

Choose the option that works best for you:

Option 1: Submit a Volunteer Interest Form
Already know you’d like to volunteer? Complete our Volunteer Interest Form to tell us a little about yourself, your interests, skills, and availability. Our Volunteer Engagement team will follow up with next steps.

Option 2: Attend a Volunteer Orientation
Want to learn more about ICS before deciding? Join a virtual or in-person orientation to learn about ICS, our programs, and volunteer opportunities. Sign up for an orientation here,

What Happens Next?

Whether you start by submitting the Volunteer Interest Form or attending a Volunteer Orientation, we’ll be in touch to discuss opportunities that may be a good fit and walk you through the next steps, which may include:

Complete a Volunteer Application
After attending the orientation or submitting the interest form, you’ll receive an application to complete that asks for essential details about your interests, skills, and availability.

Complete a Background Check
A background check is required for some volunteer positions. If a background check is required for your role, you’ll receive an emailed invitation with instructions for completing the background check and providing required identification, such as your Social Security number and driver’s license.

Provide References
Please provide us with the names and telephone numbers of at least two people (other than relatives) who can serve as personal references. ICS takes these steps to help keep both recipients and volunteers safe.

Read the ICS Volunteer Handbook
Before beginning your volunteer service, please review the ICS Volunteer Handbook. The handbook outlines important policies, procedures, expectations, and tips to help you feel prepared and succeed as an ICS volunteer.

What to Know About Volunteering:

• Most volunteer opportunities at ICS are available weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with limited Saturday food distribution shifts.
• Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Some volunteer positions for parents with children are available.
• For volunteers serving in transportation roles, access to a vehicle is required, along with no more than two moving violations within the past three years.
• Court-Ordered Volunteering: Volunteers are welcome at the Community Food Bank to fulfill court-mandated community service hours. Community Service volunteers must be 16 or older; furthermore, we do not accept volunteers who have been charged with violent offenses such as domestic violence, assault, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, disorderly conduct, armed robbery, or aggravated assault. For more information, questions, requirements, or to schedule court-ordered volunteer shifts, please contact ICS Volunteer Engagement at volunteer@icstucson.org.

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