VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Integrated Family Community Services is a small organization with a large impact. Regularly scheduled or episodic, individual volunteers, families or small volunteer groups, all help staff complete the day-to-day tasks involved in serving our community. Volunteers and staff work together at food collection and distribution, administration, and special events.
IFCS relies on the generous donation of volunteer time to accomplish the mission of nourishing lives, and volunteers often find their own lives nourished in the process. Contact our Volunteer Coordinator with any questions, or to begin a conversation.
Interested in Volunteering?
To learn more about volunteering, fill out the “Sign Up to Volunteer” form to get started. Your questions will be sent to Tara Magaña, Volunteer Coordinator.
Returning Volunteers, please sign up for available shifts using your VolunteerHub account.
The Volunteer Program nurtures community engagement to accomplish IFCS’ mission through recruitment, education, and training of volunteers to ensure equitable delivery of programs and services.
Volunteer FAQs
IFCS Volunteers make a meaningful impact in many ways, such as assisting shoppers in our Food Market, making deliveries, entering data, organizing events, and helping with building upkeep.
Some volunteers commit weekly, while others join us seasonally or for special one-time opportunities.
Check out our Volunteer Core Opportunities on this page for current needs and details about each volunteer role.
Most volunteer opportunities occur at our site, located at 3370 S. Irving Street, Englewood CO, 80110. Offsite events will be specified prior to sign up.
After filling out an interest form, the volunteer coordinator will send you sign up information, including a link to our VolunteerHub. All sign ups occur online.
Most shifts occur Monday-Friday 8:15-11:45am and 12:30-3:30pm. There may be some flexibility for groups completing non-food distribution projects.
We pride ourselves in being flexible with volunteers’ busy schedules. While all shifts occur at a specific time, we do not require a weekly or even monthly commitment. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for shifts that fit their schedule.
Most shifts are around 3 hours, but may vary depending on the opportunity. There is no minimum number of shift sign-ups required.
While volunteer shifts are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis, shifts at IFCS do fill quickly. Shifts are often full up to a month out. Due to high demand, we do ask that first time volunteers do not sign up for more than 2 shifts to start, and to limit volunteering to once a week. After shifts are completed successfully, interested volunteers will be invited to sign up for additional shifts.
IFCS does not offer regularly scheduled evening or weekend opportunities. Be on the lookout for special events that may need weekend support. To support IFCS outside of regularly scheduled opportunities, please consider hosting a food or hygiene drive.
Youth 10-15 years old may volunteer with adult supervision.
Youth 16-17 years old may volunteer independently with guardian permission
For most opportunities, training will occur at the beginning of your first shift. Some opportunities may require a tour and scheduled training session prior to assignment. This will be discussed prior to volunteering.
Background checks are required for volunteers 18 and older who wish to volunteer more than 20 hours in a specified timeframe.
Yes! Group opportunities vary throughout the year, and may include food distribution, delivery stocking, snack bag creation, and more. Due to limited space, most opportunities are limited to 6 or fewer group members. Please reach out to the volunteer coordinator to learn about current offerings
Volunteer opportunities fill quickly, so groups larger than 2 people are recommended to reach out 1.5-2 months prior to the desired opportunity date.
We’re always looking for volunteers interested in organizing a food or hygiene drive. Other opportunities may include creating snack bags or hygiene bags for unhoused populations using donated product. In addition, we may have special events that occur offsite available throughout the year. Reach out to us to learn more!
Yes!
Middle and high schoolers often enjoy volunteering during school breaks. Those 10-15 years old will be required to sign up with a parent.
Our flexible scheduling allows college students to fit volunteer shifts in between classes.
Students 18 & older who need to complete more than 20 hours in a semester will be required to complete a background check.
See below for information on court-ordered community service volunteers.
Yes. Please let the volunteer coordinator know you need court-ordered service when applying. Court-ordered volunteers will be required to complete a background check prior to application. IFCS will accept DUI, traffic, and misdemeanor drug charges.
IFCS has also partnered with Arapahoe County and Jefferson County Community Service Offices as an approved service site. These volunteers must be referred directly from the county community service office to be approved.
Please reach out to the appropriate court system for a list of service sites.
See above for non-court ordered community service opportunities for students.
We are always looking for volunteers with specialized skills. We have had generous volunteers help us with a variety of projects.
Current needs: blog writer, videography, photography
Past volunteer projects: replaced retaining wall and back patio, painted murals, data collection & analysis, video promotion, legal advice, carpentry, and more!
Reach out to us and we can have a conversation on how you can help!
Bilingual volunteers are always needed in the Food Market. Throughout the year, other specific opportunities may become available. Reach out to the volunteer coordinator to learn about current opportunities.
Most IFCS volunteer opportunities operate in a warehouse environment. We recommend comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely, including to bend, kneel, and lift. For your safety, volunteers participating in Market activities are required to wear close-toed, close-heeled shoes and full coverage clothing.
The volunteer coordinator is happy to answer any of your questions! Click here to send a message with your questions.
IFCS Volunteer Core Opportunities
Volunteers like you are the backbone of our organization, helping to welcome all who need life-sustaining services, and ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. After completing an interest form, you will receive a confirmation email, and our volunteer coordinator will respond within 1-2 business days with sign up information and expectations.
Please note: Volunteer shifts typically occur Monday-Friday between 8am-4pm.
Assist market visitors in shopping for free groceries. Other tasks include light stocking, customer service, accepting and sorting incoming donations. Volunteers must be able to be on their feet for 3.5 hours, and enjoy working with the public. Light lifting ability preferred.
We invite those who wish to volunteer up to 3 times to join our Food Market volunteer team! Volunteers must be able to be on their feet for 3.5 hours, and enjoy working with the public. Light lifting ability preferred.
High school and College students wishing to complete school community service hours are invited to join our Food Market volunteer team! Ability to lift 30-40lbs preferred.
- Students 10-15 years old may volunteer with adult supervision
- Students 16-17 years old may volunteer independently with guardian permission
- College students wishing to volunteer for a full semester will require a background check and orientation
We offer a variety of opportunities for groups consisting of 6 or fewer volunteers. Specific opportunities vary based on availability. Please reach out to the volunteer coordinator with the following information: organization/company name, size of group, preferred timeframes.
Please Note: Group volunteer opportunities fill quickly, so groups larger than 2 people are recommended to reach out 1.5-2 months prior to the desired opportunity date.
At this time, IFCS requires Court-Ordered volunteer applicants to complete a background check prior to signing up for volunteer shifts. IFCS does partner with Arapahoe County and Jefferson County as an approved Community Service Agency, and will accept volunteers who are referred from these two court systems. Please connect with the appropriate court system for a list of approved agencies.
Help staff with building upkeep while keeping expenses minimal. Tasks will vary based on professional/trade knowledge and needed repairs. It is appreciated if the volunteer can donate, procure, or purchase necessary supplies and necessary tools if unavailable on site. Volunteer must be able to perform physical tasks related to the needed maintenance, and provide relevant references or current certifications.
Be on the lookout May 2025 for Ready, Set, School! Volunteer sign ups! This event will occur July 23, 2025.
All positions currently filled; please check back later.
Help staff complete day-to-day tasks that include directing phone calls, entering and quality checking data, and completing special projects. This is a sedentary position, and requires basic computer knowledge.
All positions currently filled; please check back later.
Help staff pick up donations from local businesses and community partners. Scheduling with this position is flexible, though we prefer morning availability and volunteers who can be ‘on-call.’ We have a van for large pick ups, but some volunteers may prefer to use a personal vehicle. Requires Colorado Driver’s License, age 21 and older, and if using a personal vehicle, valid car insurance. Some opportunities may require ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Assist our small team of resource navigators in daily data entry and client services. We prefer a weekly commitment to a dedicated time slot, though we can modify the role for one time volunteers. Bilingual spoken Spanish and English highly recommended. Bilingual spoken and written Spanish and English preferred. Contact Volunteer Coordinator for more information.
Many Thanks to Our Dedicated Volunteer Partners:
The IFCS Volunteer Core is a “core” component of our presence in the community. If you’d like to help, create a profile at VolunteerHub.
Questions?
If you have any questions about volunteering or the work we do at IFCS, please contact Tara Magaña, Volunteer Coordinator.
Shop Official IFCS Merch
Show your support for IFCS and invite others along with a purchase of official merch from IFCS’ Bonfire Shop. From t-shirts to sweatshirts, tote bags to caps, choose from various designs and color options; all purchases support IFCS and help alleviate hunger.
