Volunteers working together in the community
Give What You Can

Your time and talents can help create meaningful opportunities.

Why Volunteer

Service Can Help Turn Vision Into Action

Volunteers can play an important role in helping the Foundation grow responsibly and prepare thoughtful community-centered initiatives.

Opportunities may include outreach support, event assistance, educational activities, administrative service, fundraising, professional expertise, and other approved projects.

Because the Foundation is still developing its first initiatives, volunteer opportunities will depend on current needs, available supervision, safety requirements, timing, and organizational capacity.

Ways to Serve

Bring Your Gifts to the Mission

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Community Outreach

Assist with approved outreach efforts, resource drives, awareness activities, and community engagement.

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Events & Activities

Help prepare, organize, welcome guests, manage logistics, or support family-friendly Foundation activities.

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Education & Enrichment

Support literacy, learning, mentoring, enrichment, and other age-appropriate educational activities.

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Administrative Support

Assist with planning, communications, organizing materials, research, recordkeeping, or approved office tasks.

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Fundraising Support

Help with campaigns, sponsorship outreach, donor engagement, community visibility, and approved fundraising activities.

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Professional Skills

Contribute expertise in areas such as design, technology, education, communications, planning, or community development.

A willing heart can become the beginning of something meaningful.

The Leah Michelle Farquharson Foundation

Volunteer Expectations

Service Built on Respect and Responsibility

Mission Alignment

Support activities that reflect the Foundation’s values, purpose, and community focus.

Reliability

Communicate clearly, honor commitments, and provide notice when plans change.

Respect

Treat children, families, volunteers, partners, and community members with dignity.

Professional Conduct

Follow instructions, maintain appropriate boundaries, and protect confidential information.

Teamwork

Collaborate respectfully and contribute to a positive, organized volunteer environment.

Safety & Screening

Complete any orientation, screening, or role-specific requirements that may apply.

The Volunteer Journey

From Interest to Meaningful Service

Volunteer involvement begins with a simple expression of interest and develops according to current opportunities, readiness, and fit.

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Submit Your Interest

Complete the volunteer form and tell us how you would like to serve.

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Connect

A representative may contact you to discuss your interests, skills, and availability.

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Review Requirements

Some opportunities may require orientation, screening, training, or additional documentation.

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Find the Right Fit

Volunteer placement will depend on current needs, timing, capacity, and role suitability.

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Begin Serving

Participate in the approved activity and work alongside the Foundation’s team and partners.

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Stay Connected

Share feedback and explore future opportunities when the experience remains a strong fit.

Volunteer Interest Form

Tell Us How You Would Like to Serve

Complete the form below to express your interest. Submission does not guarantee placement, participation, or immediate availability.

Before You Submit

Please provide accurate information about your interests, skills, availability, and any relevant experience.

Name
Share what inspires you to serve with the Foundation.
I Agree

Volunteer Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Foundation currently accepting volunteers?

The Foundation welcomes expressions of interest while its first initiatives and volunteer needs are being developed.

Does submitting the form guarantee a volunteer position?

No. Placement depends on current opportunities, available supervision, scheduling, role requirements, and organizational capacity.

Are background checks required?

Background checks or other screening may be required for certain roles, especially those involving children, sensitive information, or direct community contact.

Can youth volunteer?

Youth participation will depend on the activity, age requirements, supervision, parental permission, and applicable safety guidelines.

Can a church, school, or business volunteer as a group?

Group service may be possible for approved activities. Contact the Foundation with the group size, preferred dates, and type of service.

Can I volunteer remotely?

Some administrative, research, communications, design, or technical assignments may be suitable for remote service when available.

Is there a minimum time commitment?

Time commitments will vary by opportunity. Some activities may be one-time events, while others may require a longer commitment.

Will volunteers receive training?

Orientation or role-specific guidance may be provided when required for the approved assignment.

Your Time Can Make a Difference

Be Part of What Comes Next

Join a growing community of people who believe in service, compassion, education, and meaningful connection.

Become a Volunteer