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Why Volunteer?
To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world. ~Anonymous
You have not lived until you have done something for someone who can never repay you. ~Unknown
Top 10 Reasons To Become a FICS Volunteer
- Our kids (ages 5-17) are adorable, especially the teenagers!
- You want to practice your Spanish, French, English...
- You will never be bored again.
- You will meet new people.
- It gets you away from the TV.
- The warm fuzzy feeling you will get after helping us!
- You love to wash cars!
- The Fun Events!
- Eating ethnic foods from events.
- You know you want to.
Sign-up Online
If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please use our sign-up page to send us your request.
Volunteer Positions
The Florida Institute for Community Studies (FICS) needs mentors, tutors and volunteers for multiple positions Monday - Saturday throughout the year. We work with the following communities: Wimauma, Ruskin, Plant City/Dover, and Town'N'Country.
Our Multicultural Family Center is a great place to start - we are located at 6704 Hanley Road, Tampa, FL 33634 (See Map).
See a list of current volunteer positions.
Special Event Volunteer Positions
There are recurring events that we always need help with: Anniversary Parties, Latin Food Festival, Multicultural Festival, 3 Kings Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Puerto Rican Independence Day and Mexican Independence Day. Email our volunteer coordinator to find out about upcoming events: ficsnadia@yahoo.com
Ground Rules
FICS volunteers are expected to follow a few basic rules to promote safety and respect.
Orientation
Volunteer Orientation is held at 6:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month and only takes 90 minutes, so come attend and get started!!! Email our volunteer coordinator for more information: ficsnadia@yahoo.com
Volunteer Forms
View, print and complete important volunteer forms before you attend an orientation.