Young Adult Volunteers

Weekly Volunteer Opportunities

TRIPS

Volunteer with young adults with special needs as we meet up at cool destinations around NYC to hang out and have a blast. Some favorites are bowling, Dave & Busters, boating, shows and more.

FRIENDSHIP FOODIES

A monthly social outing to kosher restaurants around the city. Volunteers guide young adult with special needs through valuable life skills such as ordering food from the menu and paying their bill. Everyone enjoys great food alongside great friends.

HANGIN WITH FRIENDS

Volunteer with young adults with special needs at in-house events such as paint night, talent night, game night and more.

THE JEWISH EXPERIENCE

Shabbat and Jewish Holidays are celebrated together with friends in a meaningful way. Volunteer with young adults with special needs as we enjoy holiday parties, Shabbat dinners, a challah bake, musical havdallah and more.

Hangin with a Bud

Spend quality 'one-on-one' time with a young adult with special needs, giving everyone the opportunity to experience the joy and companionship of friendship. The pair gets together once a week and explore all that NYC has on offer!

The Application Process

1. Apply

Complete the application form below

2. Meet

Join a monthly orientation to meet with a Friendship Circle director

3. Volunteer

Once your application is approved you are ready to begin volunteering!