Volunteer at
Fair Haven Community Health Care
Volunteering at Fair Haven Community Health Care
At Fair Haven Community Health Care our work is made stronger by volunteers who share our commitment to care for our community. When you volunteer at FHCHC you help support our mission, connect with your neighbors, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout Greater New Haven and the Connecticut Shoreline.
What Kinds of Volunteer Opportunities are Available at
Fair Haven Community Health Care?
Volunteer opportunities at Fair Haven Community Health Care can take many forms, from helping with community health and nutrition programs to supporting the upkeep of our health center facilities. Depending on the role, volunteers may work directly with patients and community members or help behind the scenes to maintain a safe, welcoming environment. The following volunteer positions are available at FHCHC:
Food as Medicine Program Volunteer
Support community health through food access and nutrition education. Volunteers help with Food Farmacy distributions, welcome and assist patients, prepare program materials, and support nutrition workshops and community events.
View the position description to learn more about the role and its responsibilities.
Facilities Support Volunteer
Help keep Fair Haven Community Health Care clean, safe, and welcoming for patients, staff, and visitors. Volunteers assist with light maintenance, outdoor upkeep, organizing storage areas, and other projects that support FHCHC's operations.
View the position description to learn more about the role and its responsibilities.
How to Apply for Volunteer Opportunities at
Fair Haven Community Health Care
FHCHC has an online application for prospective volunteers hosted on Formstack. You can browse volunteer positions by clicking the button below to see available positions and apply:
Volunteer Opportunities with Organizations Near
Fair Haven Community Health Care
If you're looking for other ways to support and connect with your neighbors in New Haven, consider checking out the opportunities available at other organizations near FHCHC.
CitySeed
Located on James Street in Fair Haven, this agency works to create opportunities and expand access across our local food system. Opportunities include: helping at Farmer’s Markets, grocery deliveries, and actual kitchen help
City Seed Website and City Seed and Sanctuary Kitchen Volunteer Sign Up
New Haven Reads
Located on Bristol Street in New Haven, this agency works to promote childhood literacy. Opportunities include: moving, sorting, and stocking books as well as tutoring students grades 1-12 in reading.
Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK)
With locations in downtown New Haven, this agency serves people experiencing homelessness or living in poverty. Opportunities include: meal prep, receiving deliveries, organizing stockroom, helping with Pantry Day or Dinner Service, hosting at their Drop-in Center and more.
Interfaith Care Givers of Greater New Haven
Based in Hamden on Whitney Avenue, this agency helps support our elderly neighbors in the greater New Haven area. Opportunities include: providing rides to medical appointments, grocery deliveries, check-in phone calls, office administrative work and more.
Loaves and Fishes
Located in a church on Olive Street in New Haven, this agency provides food, clothing and essential resources to neighbors in a welcoming, community-centered space. Opportunities include: helping unload trucks of food deliveries, food rescue, sorting, and food and clothing distribution.
