Volunteer
(noun) — Definition: a person who turns benevolent thoughts into real-world mitzvah.
Do you like to help others?
We rely on volunteers to support our staff and execute the work we do in the Cincinnati community. As is true for any nonprofit, our resources are limited, so the enthusiasm and dedication of our volunteers means the world to us. Not only do they contribute to the success of Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati area programs, they are absolutely essential to that success. We love our volunteers and are grateful for any and all help they give.
If you wish to volunteer, call us at 513-469-1188 or click the button below to fill out the online volunteer application.
volunteer opportunities
Home Delivery
Deliver a smile and food from our food pantry to homebound Jewish Family Service clients in need.
Pantry Guide
Provide help and warm attention to clients as they shop the shelves in our food pantry.
Food Pick-up
Assist our staff when picking up orders at the Freestore Foodbank, and then help transport the groceries back to our food pantry.
Stocking
Help stock the pantry shelves with food and personal care items from the Freestore Foodbank or from our community’s kind donors.
Barbash Family Vital Support Center
Sharing Your Uniqueness
Do you know yoga? Can you cook healthy meals on a dime? Share your special skill, talent or hobby in a class or discussion with our clients in the Vital Support Center.
Dr. Samuel S. Rockwern Passover Delivery Project
Assemble Bags or Deliver Food
Help local Jewish families in need celebrate Passover by participating in our annual Passover Delivery Project. Organize, assemble, and personally deliver bags filled with food for a Seder meal.
Holocaust Survivors Friendship Club
Set-up, Clean-up, Socializing
Join Holocaust survivors at socialization gatherings where they may create memory books, celebrate a holiday, or just talk.
Assist staff in running special events by collating handouts, decorating, ushering, or greeting guests.
Adult Day Services
Buddy - spend time with participants chatting, playing cards or board games with individuals, and assist with special events (set up, clean up, etc.).
Lead groups - exercise, history, special topics, pet visits.
Share musical or artistic talents
K’vod Connect / Supporting Older Adults
Shalom Corps
Want to make long-lasting relationships with individuals in your community? Shalom Corps is looking for volunteers to provide meaningful connections to those who need it most. The goal of K’vod Connect is to decrease social isolation in our ever-growing aging population. All volunteers will be provided training and education. Apply today!
Jewish Learning
Spiritual Support
Artist
Musician
Singer
Religious Service Leader
Technology Assistance
Event support - set up, help during event, and clean up