Volunteering

HYC has several volunteer opportunities for those who want to help youth experiencing homelessness in our community. Below is a list of current volunteer positions. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete the Volunteer Application. To see our full schedule of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities, visit our calendar.

Volunteer Opportunities for Individuals

Administrative
• HYC office opportunities are both sporadic and regularly scheduled
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Political Advocate
• Hours Vary: May involve writing emails/letters or calling and leaving messages for politicians, both in AZ and in DC. An advocate will help champion HYC’s mission in the political arena.

Ambassador
• Represents HYC at community events
• Hours Vary: weekdays and weekends

On-Call
• From time to time we receive large donations that need to be unloaded, sorted, and put away.
• Hours Vary: On-call scheduling

Resource Closet
• Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Locations throughout the Valley

Volunteer Opportunities for Groups

HYC will periodically have the need for group volunteer projects throughout the year. These projects can vary from unloading and sorting large donations to writing graduation cards for high school seniors. We make every effort to schedule group volunteers in advance, but occasionally volunteer requests will be made with only a few days’ notice. If your group would like to be added to our on-call group volunteer list, or if you have a special group project you would like to complete, please contact info@hycaz.org.

Schedule a Tour of HYC

Taking a tour of the HYC office and residential facility is one of the best ways to see how your generosity is helping youth experiencing homelessness. To schedule a tour, contact info@hycaz.org.

Host Family Housing Program

HYC connects unaccompanied youth with caring adults from their own community who are willing to provide safe housing and support. The host family provides food and shelter, while HYC delivers case management services. The Host Family Housing program is a voluntary program for both the youth and the host family. Host families receive a stipend to help offset expenses. For more information on how to become a host family, please contact Dawn, dmboeck@hycaz.org.

Special Events

HYC hosts special events during the year, as well as participates in community events where HYC is the beneficiary. All of these events need volunteers to run smoothly and successfully! Volunteer positions range from check-in and greeter to raffle ticket sales and post event clean-up. If you are interested in volunteering with us at special events, please contact Dawn, dmboeck@hycaz.org, to be included in our special event email list.

Volunteer Requirements

• All volunteers must complete a Volunteer Application and Confidentiality Agreement.

• Some volunteer positions require a State of Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card. Clearance card applications can be obtained through HYC. The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) charges HYC $20 for a volunteer fingerprint check. If you are able, we ask that you donate the fee to help alleviate the cost to HYC.

• Unless otherwise stated, volunteers must be at least 16 years old to volunteer unaccompanied.

• Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The volunteer role/project must be suitable for a child under the age of 16.

• Due to the nature of our program, we are unable to assist with completing court mandated community service hours.

“The main reason I helped HYC is because I believe the best way to save the future is by helping our youth. They are hidden diamonds waiting for someone to help them shine bright.”

—Jarrel Collins, Community Donor

“HYC addresses a crucial need that is invisible to most of us but is all around us. I support their mission because it brings hope, encouragement, resources and love to ensure a bright future for youth battling homelessness, while building a stronger community.”

—Brandon Ramsey, Solutions Executive, Insight

“Removing barriers for homeless youth to finish their education is integral to helping them get a good start to adulthood. The strong community partnerships that I’ve seen HYC build really help youth who choose to continue their education by going to college or starting adulthood in the workplace.”

—Pete Guerrero, COO, Duncan Family Farms

“Transformation Community Church (TCC AZ) supports HYC because they exemplify two pillars of TCC: Love and Service. HYC is vested in transforming the lives of our youth by giving them hope and helping position them in for a successful future regardless of their current circumstances. HYC genuinely cares.”

—Pastor Jason & Renee Flowers, Transformation Church