Teen Volunteering – Youth Council for the Homeless

Student Volunteer Opportunities

Our Youth Council for the Homeless provides teen volunteer opportunities in Bergen County, NJ designed for high school students looking to volunteer and make a difference in the lives of homeless children, families and individuals.

Youth Council’s new home for monthly meetings is First Congregational Church of River Edge at 109 Continental Avenue, River Edge 07661. Please follow us on Instagram for details on upcoming meetings and events: @familypromiseyouthcouncil. For more information on how to get involved or for questions, please email Youth Director Alina Albano, familypromiseyouthcouncil@gmail.com

Teen Volunteering Opportunities include:

• Preparing a meal for approximately 160 people at our Walk-In Dinner Program in Hackensack.
• Starting a homelessness awareness group at your school.
• Organizing and participating in fundraising events for Camp Lots-of-Fun.
• Assisting at Family Promise events throughout the year, especially our annual Hike for Hope.
• Applying for a Camp Counselor position.