Volunteer with us!

We love our volunteers!

Volunteers are essential to the work done by the Children's Foundation and they're part of what makes our community so great. We admire the many volunteers who step forward in a caring and supportive way and come together to invest their time, skills, and enthusiasm by helping in so many ways. The support offered by many event, office, and project volunteers makes it possible for the Children's Foundation to enhance the well-being of children and youth by connecting them to experiences and supports that contribute to their sense of belonging and help them to reach their full potential.

Please see our current opportunities below:

Current Opportunities

Food & Friends Student Nutrition Program

The Food & Friends Program oversees breakfast, morning meal, snack, and lunch programs offered in over 95 locations throughout Dufferin, Wellington, and Guelph. Most opportunities are before or during school hours.

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Adopt-A-Family Program

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Adopt-A-Family Program. Unfortunately, at this time, we are no longer accepting new volunteers as the positions have all been filled. We encourage you to check out other ways to get involved as a volunteer!

Why volunteer?

increases self-confidence
provides vital help to people in need
makes you happier, reduces stress, combats depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provides a sense of purpose
helps you meet new people with similar interests and become a valuable member of a team
builds your experience and develops new skills
allows you to explore career choices and enhance your resume
helps you contribute to your community

Why does volunteering matter?

It’s vital for strong, inclusive, and resilient communities
It assists an organization in reaching their goals
It builds relationships
It’s a key component to a healthy, happy society

What can I do?

First, ask yourself if there is something specific you want to do.

The best way to start volunteering is to match your personality and interests with a role that is right for you. Answering these questions will help you narrow that down.

Do I want…
…to make life better where I live?
…to meet people who are different from me?
…to try something new?
…to do something with my spare time?
…to see a different way of life?
…to experience the work I might want to do as a full-time job?
…to do activities that line up with my interests and hobbies?

TFT Volunteers
Ribfest Volunteers

More Information

For more information about our volunteer program, opportunities, or anything else volunteer related please contact Jodi Carreiro at jodi@childrensfoundation.org.