Impactful Volunteer Opportunities
Children’s Clothing Closet
Launched in 2016, the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet provides a seasonal response to the clothing needs of the elementary school-aged children in the Metrowest community, specifically focusing on the most economically challenged schools in Framingham. Volunteers sort and organize donated new and gently used clothing to help JFS keep track of inventory and help prepare clothing packages to distribute to families. Soon, we will also be having pop-up events, where we will bring racks of clothes from the Children’s Clothing Closet to locations in the community. Families can “shop” for the clothing they need. Volunteers will help set up racks of clothing and assist families while they select clothing.
“I’ve been volunteering as a Patient Navigator since September 2021. I always learn something new, whether at the doctors’ offices or from the clients. Our clients are truly grateful for our services. I love to be able to help our clients. If you have a few hours a week or a month, our program could use some new Patient Navigators. The demand is great. I promise you’ll be glad you did!” — Wendy Heineman
FPS Resource Room
The Framingham Public Schools Resource Room provides clothing, school supplies, personal care items, and other needed items to any child in need in the Framingham Public Schools. Volunteers organize the items and help prepare packages for families.
“My children have always appreciated volunteering with JFS. It is not busy work to make them feel needed, but rather they feel the work is important, necessary and that in their own small way, they are making a difference.”
— Deb Weinhaus
Community Drives
Connect with your families, neighbors, or colleagues and organize a clothing, personal care items, or book drive. The items you collect will be distributed to families in need in our community.
Help Immigrants on their Path to Citizenship
Help individuals prepare for their citizenship exam. Volunteers work one-on-one with individuals using resources provided by JFS and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website. They also provide opportunities for the individuals to practice their conversational English skills. Some volunteers provide more extensive English language support and some volunteers are also trained to help individuals prepare their N-400 citizenship application. Volunteers are also needed to assist clients in completing citizenship applications (click here to learn more).
Social Connectors
Social Connectors reduce social isolation and alleviate loneliness among older adults living in the community. Volunteers are matched with older adults and connect with them remotely on a regular basis. In addition to providing social interaction, volunteers also provide periodic monitoring of the individual’s well-being by asking essential questions related to the client’s well-being and basic needs.
Improve the Health and Wellbeing of Older Adults
Volunteer with our Healthy Aging team to improve the lives of older adults in our community. Opportunities include one-on-one technology tutoring. This individualized approach provides the elder with a comfortable setting to learn skills that they can use to connect with family, order groceries or medications, and feel more independent. Other opportunities include helping out at outdoor social events.
Mentor First Generation College Students
Mentors provide support, share their professional experience and expertise, and provide general encouragement to students. They also provide feedback and guidance to students working on individual final projects and may also conduct informational interviews with individual students.
Farm to Pantry
Farm to Pantry volunteers reduce food insecurity in our community by connecting extra produce from farms with food pantries. Volunteers pick up food from local farms and transport it to food pantries for distribution to individuals and families in need.
Learn More about Volunteering with JFS
Do you have questions about volunteering with JFS? Not quite sure which programs are the best fit? Are you interested in interning at JFS?
Program Videos
Celebrating Partnership, Compassion & Community Impact | Honoring Rob Andrews
At the 2026 Seize the Dream celebration, JFS of Metrowest honored Rob Andrews with the Max Michelson Humanitarian Award for his compassion, leadership, and partnership in welcoming immigrant and refugee families. His extraordinary efforts have helped create a stronger, more compassionate community for families starting anew.
What is the One Word You Would Use to Describe JFS of Metrowest?
Click to hear our donors, staff, volunteers and community partners reflect on what JFS means to them.
JFS Addresses the Housing Crisis – Collaborative Housing Solutions that Build Thriving Communities
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Program News
Celebrating Partnership, Compassion & Community Impact | Honoring Rob Andrews
At the 2026 Seize the Dream celebration, JFS of Metrowest honored Rob Andrews with the Max Michelson Humanitarian Award for his compassion, leadership, and partnership in welcoming immigrant and refugee families. His extraordinary efforts have helped create a stronger, more compassionate community for families starting anew.
From Crisis to Stability: How JFS, CJP and Community Partners Help Families Thrive
When Shari faced job loss, housing instability, and financial hardship, JFS and its community partners helped her find stability, hope, and a path forward. Watch her story and see how collaboration changes lives.
Celebrating Seize the Dream!
Thank you to the more than 400 people who came together in support of JFS and our mission to strengthen communities and inspire hope. We were honored to celebrate Joni and Reid Fishman, as well as Max...