Volunteer with ALIVE!

ALIVE! depends greatly on our volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks such as food distribution, administrative assistance, and translators. Corporate groups, schools, service hours, and days of service welcome.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

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View the General List of Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers needed to support the Alexandria Eviction Prevention Partnership phone line and client intake process. Proficiency in Spanish or Amharic a plus, but not required. Training provided and remote volunteering possible.
Hosting a Food Drive is another great way to stay active when volunteer opportunities are limited. See how to get started: HOST A FOOD DRIVE

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must sign up in advance and report on-time
Volunteers wear closed-toe shoes
Follow current CDC guidelines when volunteering for ALIVE! Please read and review ALIVE! COVID Safety Guidelines.
If volunteering for any community service hours, please contact the volunteer manager prior to shift.

Age Requirements

Adults accompanying minors must sign a waiver for each minor.

Minors ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of general volunteer activities
Minors ages 15-17 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of volunteer activities at the Bus Barn and Weekend Food Distributions
Adults ages 18 and above may volunteer at food distribution sites

Get Involved

ALIVE! welcomes groups looking to do service together. If your school, youth program, gym, club, or group of friends wants to volunteer, complete the Group Volunteer Form.