VOLUNTEER TRAINING - VIRTUAL - Volunteer Orientation
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Exciting News: New Twice Monthly Volunteer Orientations Available!
Are interested in supporting newly arrived families in the United States? Do you want to get involved with a meaningful organization that’s dedicated to welcoming refugees? We have fantastic news for you! FIRM is excited to announce our new twice monthly volunteer orientation and training sessions!
Why volunteer with FIRM?
At FIRM, we believe in the power of community and the difference that dedicated volunteers can make. Our mission is to provide essential services and support to refugees and immigrants, helping them thrive in our community. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to improving the lives of all refugees in Fresno.
New volunteer orientation schedule:
To better accommodate your busy schedules and to ensure that you have the opportunity to get involved, we are now offering orientation sessions twice a month. Here are the details:
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IN PERSON - Monthly, on the First Tuesday of the month
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VIRTUAL: Monthly, on the Third Thursday of the month
IN-PERSON SESSIONS 2024: Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 // 10AM-11AM Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 // 10AM-11AM Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 // 10AM-11AM Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 // 10AM-11AM Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024 // 10AM-11AM |
VIRTUAL SESSIONS 2024: Thursday, August 15th, 2024 // 5PM-6PM Thursday, September 19th, 2024 // 5PM-6PM Thursday, October 17th, 2024 // 5PM-6PM Thursday, November 14th, 2024 // 5PM-6PM Thursday, December 19th, 2024 // 5PM-6PM |
What to expect:
Our orientation and training sessions are designed to provide you with all the information and skills you need to get started as a volunteer. Here’s what you’ll experience:
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Introduction to FIRM: Learn about our history, mission, and the various programs and services we offer to refugees.
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Volunteer Opportunities: Discover the different ways you can contribute, from tutoring and mentoring to resource distribution and event support.
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Training and Skills Development: Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support our projects and clients.
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Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by experienced staff and current volunteers.
With these new flexible time slots, it’s easier than ever to fit volunteer training into your schedule. Whether you’re a first-time volunteer or looking to expand your involvement, our updated orientation sessions are designed to help you start making a difference right away.
Build communities of hope with us
Your time and skills are invaluable in supporting our mission and helping refugees feel welcomed and supported as they rebuild their lives. We can’t wait to meet you and work together to create a more inclusive and compassionate community.
For more information or if you have any questions, please reach out to isabella@firminc.org or (559) 703-1979. We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming orientation and training sessions.
Sign up today and become a part of our dedicated team of volunteers!
Schedule Summary
The next 10 shifts (out of 15 total shifts) for this activity are as follows
Date | Start Time | End Time |
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Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, December 19, 2024 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, January 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM |