Check out our current volunteer opportunities!
Volunteering with STARRY is a meaningful way to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families. Our volunteers play a crucial role in supporting our programs, from assisting with events to offering administrative support or lending a compassionate ear during family activities. Whether you’re helping behind the scenes or interacting directly with families, your time and skills help us provide vital services to those in need. Join us in building stronger, more resilient communities by becoming a volunteer and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
There are many ways you can help by giving your time as a volunteer, helping provide items on our Current Needs list, participating in a special event, or supporting us financially.
Some volunteer assignments may require background checks, particularly those that will place volunteers in close proximity to children in care.
Some volunteer activities will be identified as “family friendly” and children are welcome. Other activities may not be appropriate for children under the age of 16. When in doubt, check with the agency’s volunteer coordinator. We do not provide child care for volunteers.
Opportunities to interact with children are very limited for a variety of reasons. Under state law, a full background check is required before a volunteer can have contact with children. Even if a background check is completed, we place the child’s interests above all else. No matter how well-meant, not every child will welcome a volunteer’s efforts. In addition, there often are privacy and confidentiality issues, which will vary from child to child.
There is no age limit, although we ask that teenagers be accompanied by an adult at all times. Opportunities for those aged 12 and under are limited to activities identified as “family friendly.”
No. We welcome volunteers who can coordinate drives aimed at fulfilling one of the items on our Current Needs List. These can be conducted anywhere at any time by any individual, church group, business, or organization. Just keep the volunteer coordinator aware of your plans.
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