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Family Crisis Center
Est. 1981 · Rio Grande Valley

Volunteer With Us

Become part of a community that stands with survivors. Your time, your voice, and your compassion change lives in the Rio Grande Valley.

Make a Difference

Volunteers are the heart of what we do.

Our volunteers are concerned about the effects of domestic violence and sexual assault on our community — and want to become mentors and role models for adults and children whose lives have been touched by violence. All men, women, and teenagers 14 and up are encouraged to volunteer.

Where You Fit In

Volunteer Opportunities

There are many ways to help — find the one that matches your time, skills, and heart.

Hotline Advocate

Answer our 24-hour crisis hotline. Listen, support, and connect callers with services. Training provided.

Hospital Accompaniment

Accompany survivors of sexual assault to the hospital. Be a calm, supportive presence during a difficult time.

Shelter Support

Help with day-to-day support for shelter residents — meals, childcare, activities, and a friendly face.

Outreach & Education

Help us deliver awareness presentations at schools, churches, and community groups across the RGV.

Events & Fundraising

Help plan and run events like our Annual Brunch, awareness walks, and fundraisers throughout the year.

Administrative

Office support, data entry, mailings, and clerical work — every hour helps us serve more people.

Get Ready

Volunteer Training

Before working directly with survivors, all volunteers complete a comprehensive training that prepares them for the realities of this work.

Our training covers:

  • The dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault
  • Trauma-informed listening and crisis intervention
  • Safety planning with survivors
  • Legal options, protective orders, and the court process
  • Local and statewide resources
  • Confidentiality, boundaries, and self-care
  • Cultural humility and serving diverse communities

Training schedules are released each quarter. Reach out to learn about the next session in Harlingen or Raymondville.

Ask About Training
Who Can Volunteer?

Open to all 14 and up

Anyone 14 or older with a heart for this work is welcome. Some roles (like direct hotline or hospital work) require being 18+ and completing training. Other roles — events, outreach, administrative help — are open right away.


Bilingual volunteers especially welcome. Spanish speakers help us reach more of our community.

Get Started

Volunteer Application

Fill out the form below and we’ll reach out to talk about next steps. Everything you share stays between you and us.

Other Ways To Help

Not ready to volunteer? You can still make a difference.

Donate online, drop off items from our wish list, or simply share our hotline with someone who needs it.

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