Become a
You Belong Volunteer

Volunteering with The You Belong Foundation means helping create spaces where individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers feel welcomed, supported, and valued. Whether you’re assisting at an event, sharing a skill, or offering your time behind the scenes, your presence helps turn everyday moments into experiences of connection and belonging.

Why This Matters

When you volunteer with The You Belong Foundation, you help turn everyday spaces into places where people feel seen, welcomed, and supported.
From inclusive events to accessibility projects, your time creates real moments of connection for individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers.

You don’t have to be an expert. You just have to care.

Ways You Can Serve

Choose the opportunities that fit your time, energy, and gifts.

Event Support

Welcome guests, help with check-in, set up sensory-friendly spaces, and be part of the team that makes our gatherings run smoothly.

Accessibility Walkthroughs

Join us as we visit local spaces and identify simple changes that make them more inclusive for everyone.

Program & Training Support

Assist during workshops, help prepare materials, and support participants so they feel comfortable and confident.

Creative & Remote Roles

Design flyers, help with social media, translate materials, or support outreach from home.

Community Partnerships

Connect us with local businesses, organizations, and resources that can help expand access.

Lived Experience Advisors

If you are a caregiver or a person with a disability, your insight helps shape everything we do.

What You'll Receive

  • Short, welcoming training so you feel prepared

  • Flexible opportunities that fit your schedule

  • A community that leads with kindness and respect

  • A reference or service letter when requested

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience?

No. We provide the training and support you need.

Is there an age requirement?

Most roles are 16+. Younger volunteers are welcome with a parent or guardian.

Can I help remotely?

Yes. Several roles can be done from home.

Will I be doing formal ADA inspections?

No. Our work focuses on practical, people-first accessibility, not compliance enforcement.

Ready to Get Started?

If you believe everyone deserves to feel included, supported, and valued, there’s a place for you here.

Complete the Volunteer Application and tell us how you’d like to serve.

SECTION 1: Contact Information

SECTION 2: How You’d Like To Serve

Volunteer Roles of Interest:

SECTION 3: Experience & Skills

SECTION 4: Access & Accommodations

We welcome volunteers with disabilities and caregivers. Please share any accommodations that help you participate.

SECTION 5: Required Details

SECTION 6: Volunteer Agreement

Volunteer Code of Care:

Liability & Waiver:

Every contribution helps create access, connection, and community.

The You Belong Foundation creates inclusive experiences that support individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers through connection, access, and community.

Phone: 708-407-3291

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