Volunteer at FCLA
Make a real difference by joining Friendship Circle as a volunteer! Share the gift of friendship with individuals who have special needs, build meaningful connections, and become a vital link in our circle of inclusion and compassion.
Why Volunteer?
- Feel the Joy
- Connect with Peers
- Join a Community
Ready to Make an Impact?
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New Volunteer Orientations
- Volunteers are required to attend one orientation before beginning to volunteer at the Friendship Circle. Volunteers under 18 are required to attend with a parent.
- Learn more about who we are, what we do, and the volunteering opportunity that works best for you!
- For Volunteers 8th Grade+ and MVP Graduates
Fellowship Award
Friendship Circle Fellowship Awards are presented to all volunteers who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to their special friends. Volunteers qualify for this prestigious honor by consistently volunteering and expanding their knowledge in the field of special education. Recipients receive a beautiful award and recognition at our annual Garden Party.
Fellowship Award Qualifications
- For volunteers in grades 9–12
- Earn 60 Fellowship Points throughout the school year
- Attend a minimum of two Educational Workshops
- Sign in at every program or event you attend to ensure your volunteer hours and Fellowship Points are recorded
- Be sure to sign in each and every time you volunteer. If we do not have a record of your attendance, we will not be able to credit volunteer hours after the event. Need your volunteer hours verified for school or another organization? Email [email protected]
Fellowship Points Per Event/Day
- 10 pts Educational Workshops
- 2 pts Friends @ Home
- 4 pts Holiday Celebrations
- 3 pts Torah Social (per segment)
- 6 pts Volunteer Orientation
- 6 pts Winter/Summer Camp (per day)
- 5 pts Camp Workshops
- 2 pts Wings & Wisdom/Sushi & Shiur
- 3 pts Program @ a Glance
- 4 pts Saturday Night Fun
- 2 pts Girls Scene
- 2 pts Let's Play
- 2 pts Kicks 'n Hoops