
Friends Against Family Violence
Shelter, Advocacy, Housing, Outreach, Education, & Clinical Support
24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 435-781-2264

Volunteers make is possible for FAFV to reach our mission to empower victims, increase offender accountability and raise awareness in our community
Volunteer Opportunities
It truly takes community support to provide meaningful services to the many survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Uintah Basin and that's why we love volunteers. Many hands increase our impact! For example, volunteers collect urgently needed items and donations, assist with service projects, serve on advisory board or make a financial donation.
You can be part of our organization and make a real difference in someone's life. There are various volunteer opportunities available. These opportunities are limited to but can include:
Non-Direct Client Services:
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Organizing and sorting donations
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Shelter or transitional housing maintenance
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Deep cleaning of shelter interior,
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Picking up and delivering items,
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Help arrange agency fundraisers,
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Office support
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Seasonal activities like yard cleanup, snow removal, gardening and weeding, holiday decorating
Direct Client Services:
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Support or education group facilitation
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Shelter or crisis advocacy
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Share talents or hobbies in survivor skill enrichment
Special Volunteer Opportunities:
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Eagle Scout, school, church or other community projects
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Donation drives
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Classes and activities for residents
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Shelter or Transitional Housing improvement projects (i.e., redecorating a room)
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Board or Advisory Member Terms
If you want to volunteer for FAFV, please click the below link and fill out our interest form.
Please email us at volunteer@fafv.org for more information.
Opportunity Types

Direct Client Work
Volunteers can work directly with client services. Those who work directly with clients or on our Boards must complete the training as well as BCI and Drug Screens.

Group Projects
We love group projects that help us reach our goals of serving those impacted by violence. Projects include building a wellness corner in our backyard, garden for self-sufficiency, etc.

Outreach & Education
FAFV works to educate about the impacts of violence on families and community. Volunteers can use their voice at community events and presentations to make change.

Wellness Activities
We provide well-rounded experiences to residents in our crisis shelter and housing programs. Volunteers can provide wellness classes, such as cooking, budgeting ,etc.