Front Royal Food Pick Up -- Loaves & Fishes, FRONT ROYAL, VA
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Help us to end food insecurity! We need volunteers to pick up donations of food at area groceries stores, weigh it at the pantry and store it for when the pantry is open. Opportunities are available daily and some lifting is required. Flexible Schedules!
Contact Person: Tina Bearden
Contact Phone: (540) 252-4320
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Loaves and Fishes Volunteer
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Naturalization Workshop Non-Attorney Volunteer - Fridays, Saturdays
Help eligible immigrants apply to become citizens! No foreign language skills or legal background required. This day-long workshop will walk applicants through the process of filling out the naturalization application. A few different opportunities are available for our non-attorney volunteers, from registering all incoming attendees, to working one-on-one with attendees to fill their applications, to helping staff direct and track all attendees. This is a great opportunity for law students and paralegals. Mandatory training for first-time volunteers is provided at the first workshop attended. *Volunteers must be 18 and older*Click the link below to sign up to join our email distribution list. You will receive an email a few weeks out from each workshop with a call for volunteers, to which you can RSVP at that time if you'd like to attend.
Contact Person: Workshop Coordinator
Contact Phone: (703) 534-9805
Arts & Crafts Instructor
We are looking for people who are interested in leading Crafts instructors at the center. St. Martin de Porres seniors are very creative but they would like someone to lead the activities. Our folks love everything from paper crafts, sewing projects, ceramics, and more! Must have a friendly personality, a love for seniors, and isn't afraid to use a glue gun! If you are interested in multiple opportunities, please pick "General Support Volunteer" and send us an email with what you are interested in doing as a volunteer. o Requirements: comfortable spending time with seniors, fun personality, independent, self-reliant, adaptable, a leader, creative, and patiento This opportunity is available for all ages, from one person to a group setting. Monday through Friday between 10:00-12:00 or 12:45-1:30o Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for those 18+
Contact Person: Maria Mellor
Contact Phone: (703) 224-1478
Entertainer
Calling all musicians, loving audience ready to hear you play at St. Martin de Porres Senior Center! Our seniors love music and can't wait to hear you play. We welcome piano players, acoustic guitarists, DJs spinning classic tunes, singers, violinist, and sometimes the occasional accordion. Basically anything that makes a pleasant sound! Fill the hearts of the old with cheerful song!Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Contact Phone: (703) 751-2766
Volunteer for the Day
Help with community building and preventing isolation at our Senior Center. Volunteer at St. Martin de Porres in Alexandria on a weekday. Help with a variety of social activities and make new friends with our wonderful seniors. Opportunity to make a difference in the life of a senior.
ESL Instructor for Senior Citizens
Do you have experience or passion to help others learn English? Do you enjoy teaching the elderly? St. Martin de Porres Senior Center is looking for encouraging and patient teachers eager to teach ESL. No experience is necessary, training will be provided.Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Exercise Instructor
We are looking for exercise instructors or physical therapists to teach seniors exercises! St. Martin de Porres Senior Center provides daily exercises to high functioning and independent seniors who love to stay active. The seniors enjoy chair exercises, Zumba, jazzercise, Arthritis Exercise, and line dancing just to name a few. Proof of certification or license needed for the opportunity.If you are interested in multiple opportunities, please pick "General Support Volunteer" and send us an email with what you are interested in doing as a volunteer.o Requirements: comfortable spending time with seniors, fun personality, self-reliant, adaptable, and patiento This opportunity is available for licensed exercise instructors 18+, Monday through Friday between 9:30-10:30, or 10:00-11:00o Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS trainingBackground check will be completed upon registering for all.
Contact Person: Juanita Balenger
Senior Center General Support Volunteer
Do you love working with the elderly? Come help improve the lives of senior citizens by leading activities, serving meals, and socializing! Hours vary, please contact Maria Mellor for more info.Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Senior Center Kitchen Helper (Breakfast and Lunch)
We are looking for people interested in helping serve food! St. Martin de Porres Senior Center provides continental breakfast and a nutritious hot lunch to seniors. The senior center serves hot drinks, bread, cereal (both hot and cold) and pastries in the morning. During lunch, we prepare trays, serve meals to the senior, and clean the kitchen after lunch. Volunteers, who are interested in serving food to the seniors, please email us to specify if you are available to help with breakfast, lunch, or both! Once you sign up, volunteers must complete food service training, provided by the center, before serving in the kitchen.If you are interested in multiple opportunities, please pick "General Support Volunteer" and send us an email with what you are interested in doing as a volunteer.o Requirements: independent, self-reliant, adaptable, patiento This opportunity is available for all ages, from one person to a group setting. Monday through Friday between 9:00-10:00, and/or 11:30-1:00pmo Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS training and Food Service Trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for those 18+Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Front Desk Receptionist for Senior Center
We are seeking friendly, patient, and outgoing individuals that like doing light administrative work to be our Front Desk Receptionist! You will greet seniors and help them check-in for the day, while also recording activity stats and picking up phone calls. You will also be fielding calls from people looking for assistance in senior and non-senior services, so customer service skills is a must. Quarterly, assist with outreach for events and check ups with seniors. Please contact Maria Mellor for more info.If you are interested in multiple opportunities, please pick "General Support Volunteer" and send us an email with what you are interested in doing as a volunteer.o Requirements: good customer service skills, comfortable spending time with seniors, friendly, self-reliant, adaptable, and patiento This opportunity is available for anyone, preferably 18+, Monday through Friday between 8:30-1:30o Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS training, front desk trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for all.
Volunteer Nurse or Nursing Student for Blood Pressure Checks and Presentations
We are looking for nurses who are interested in providing blood pressure checks and educational presentations on health topics, infectious diseases, and updates. While administrating blood pressure checks, seniors may ask questions about medical problems or conditions. This opportunity is available for nursing students/graduates 21 years or older. Upon registration, we will schedule an interview and privacy training.o Requirements: comfortable spending time with seniors, independent, self-reliant, adaptable, patient, and can elevate senior problems to staff. If you speak Spanish, Farsi, or Amharic, that would be a great advantage, registered nurse, nursing student (proof required) or a medical license, official documents/proof of nursing school attendance required.o This opportunity is for nursing students and nurses 21 years or older, RN, or anyone in the medical field with a current license. Monday through Friday between 10:30-12:00 or 12:30-1:30pmo Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS training and Privacy trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for all
Senior Center - Seasonal Student Volunteers
Students are you looking for an opportunity to help the elderly during your summer, winter, or spring break? This is a perfect way to get community service hours while helping other. Volunteer hours are flexible but must be done during operation hours. Operation Hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM.Training covers:Background checkAPS Training Privacy Training
Senior Center - Student Groups
For student groups interested in volunteering with the elderly, please apply for this opening by contacting Maria Mellor. Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, please make sure your students can come during our operation hours.Training covers:Background checkAPS Training
Breakfast Volunteer at Senior Center
Give back to the elderly!Volunteers needed Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 10:30 am to help serve breakfast to the elderly. This job will include restocking breakfast supplies, refilling coffee & pastries, and heping seniors. Looking for volunteers that can volunteer at least once a week.Training covers:Background checkAPS Training Privacy TrainingIf you are interest please contact Maria Mellor directly at mmellor@ccda.net or by phone at 703-751-2766.
Senior Center - Computer Teacher
Do you have experience or passion to help others learn Computers? Do you enjoy teaching the elderly? St. Martin de Porres Senior Center is looking for encouraging and patient teachers eager to teach computer lessons. No experience is necessary, training will be provided.Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Prison Ministry Volunteer
Catholic Charities supports the Parishes with ministries serving the incarcerated in the local jails and prisons. These groups conduct bible study, faith sharing, and catechesis. In this ministry, you will support those who are in great need and make a difference! Various locations and schedules. A background check and training is required prior to serving in this role. Please sign up and you will be contacted by the volunteer coordinator to discuss next steps.
Contact Person: Trent Bartholomew
Activities and Games Assistant!
We are looking for people who are interested in leading activities at the center. St. Martin de Porres Senior Center provides activities to high functioning and independent seniors who love to play games and do activities throughout the day. The seniors love playing board games, card games, Wii bowling, team games, Bingo, one-on-one games as examples, and are always ready to learn new activities. Games are available at the center, but if you want to bring in a new game that is good too. A binder is available with how to guides on how to play games that are available in the center. Staff is also available to do refreshers on how to play games/teach how to play the game.If you are interested in multiple opportunities, please pick "General Support Volunteer" and send us an email with what you are interested in doing as a volunteer.o Requirements: comfortable spending time with seniors, fun personality, independent, self-reliant, adaptable, and patiento This opportunity is available for all ages, from one person to a group setting. Monday through Friday between 10:00-12:00 and 12:45-1:30o Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for those 18+
Tutor Refugee Youth - Across the Diocese
VA Refugee Student Achievement Project needs your help!As a VRSAP tutor, you can make a difference in a child's life while changing yours in the process. Spend time with our newly arrived families and support children to help them thrive in our schools. If you would like to be a part of a life-changing program, please click the blue 'sign up' button for the application. The Volunteer Manager will then schedule a time to go over our onboarding process and more information about this program. This volunteer opportunity will require:Background checkPrivacy and child protection trainingVIRTUS training
Contact Person: Lea Ann Gross
Contact Phone: (703) 851-6388
Weekend Food Drive Clerks
Food Drives are a great way for youth looking for service hours, individuals, groups, and families to help support the warehouse in getting food in and out for those in need! Help us in receiving food donations by unloading, weighing and sorting food bags. Heavy lifting required. Parents, please plan to accompany your children for youth service. USE THE "GROUP" OPTION IF YOU ARE A PARENT, BRINGING A YOUTH.
Contact Person: Ian Radel
Contact Phone: (703) 349-0974
Catholic Charities Social Services Internships - Multiple Locations - Multiple Opportunities
Catholic Charities Internship Programs are seeking interns across many of our programs. Of NOTE:
ESOL Teachers-Manassas
Give your neighbors the gift of English! ESOL (English for Speakers of other Languages) teachers needed in Manassas. Classes are held in Manassas on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30-9:30pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30am and 7:30-9:30pm. Teachers are welcome to teach either one day or both. We allow teaching in pairs for those who wish to teach with a friend or spouse. No foreign language ability necessary and all materials and training provided!
Contact Person: Volunteer Coordinator
Contact Phone: (571) 208-1572
Corporate Volunteer Group Volunteers
Volunteer your time, energy and muscles helping with unloading, sorting, and stocking of incoming food in our pantry as a team. You will need to be able to move around the pantry, place items on shelves, help unload deliveries and be able to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. Volunteers should be able to take direction and work independently.
Contact Person: Maria Rodriguez
Contact Phone: (703) 479-2975 x100
Community Outreach Internship - MRS
Seeking Internships for the Fall and Spring Semester of 2022 and 2023 to help Newcomer families and increase community awareness about refugee needs within the community. Work alongside the Community Engagement Specialist with day-to-day operations for fundraisers, social work, international studies, and many more.Please submit your Resume and cover letter and the Volunteer Manager will contact you for an interview. Submissions must be made no later than July 31st for Fall and October 31st for Spring of 2023.
Mentor Refugee Youth Across the Diocese
This life-changing youth program helps youngsters achieve their life dreams. Mentors Needed! MRS is dedicated to providing quality services in helping newly arrived families thrive in their new home country by providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict through immigration services, housing support, employment services, job readiness training, education, and other services.We need mentors to help in two areas:1. Job search support help migrants prepare for job interviews and placement through skill development, resume prep, interview skills, and job search strategies. Looking for one-to-one job coaches.2. Youth mentors or tutors help young adults (ages 15-24) with tutoring, college prep, navigating college and issues specific to the age group. Mentors should be aged 21 or older. Tutors can be high school aged or older with an adult present. This opportunity will require: Background check Privacy, child, and adult protection training VIRTUS Training Minimum age: 21
Hygiene Care Kits
Hygiene Care Kits provide essential personal care items to individuals and families in need through our pantries and the Mobile Response Center in Woodstock. These kits help promote dignity and well-being for those facing hardship.This project is a great opportunity for those seeking service hours or anyone interested in making a difference. If you would like to participate, please contact the volunteer manager or refer to the attached flyer for details.Thank you for supporting our ministry and helping those in need.
St James Professional Young Adults
St. James Professional Young Adults will be helping to sort and pack perishable and non perishable food donations for immediate distribution to pantry partners.(Please dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes as open-toed shoes present a hazard to warehouse operations. Those wearing open-toed shoes will be asked to leave.)
Contact Phone: (703) 479-2971 x1701
Weekday Warehouse Clerk
Food Drives are a great day to help support the warehouse in getting food in and out for those in need! Help us in receiving food donations by unloading, weighing and sorting food bags from our local parishes.
Mobile Response Center Volunteer
The Mobile Response Center Volunteer supports monthly outreach efforts in Woodstock, assisting individuals and families in need by distributing hygiene and cleaning supplies. This role involves traveling to the designated location on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, setting up and organizing supplies, engaging with recipients respectfully, and ensuring an efficient and compassionate distribution process. Volunteers play a vital role in promoting dignity and well-being within the community while upholding the organization''s mission of service and support.
Farm Gleaners
Gleaning is the traditional biblical practice of gathering crops that would otherwise be left in the fields to rot or be plowed under after harvest. Gleaners are people of all ages who want to give of themselves to help feed the hungry.First Gleaning Date of Summer 2025: Sat. July 19th from 8-11:30am (Sign-up @ https://commissionedbychrist.servicereef.com/events/commissioned-by-christ/july-farm-gleaning)
Contact Phone: (703) 479-2975 x1701
ESOL Teachers- In-person or Virtual
Give your neighbors the gift of English! ESOL (English for Speakers of other Languages) teachers needed. We allow teaching in pairs for those who wish to teach with a friend or spouse. No foreign language ability necessary and all materials and trainings provided! Classes meet twice a week for 2-3 hours. Teachers are welcome to teach either one day or both days.Available locations:· Manassas (mornings and/or evenings)· Distance Education (online through zoom mornings and/or evenings). Sterling (evenings)· Falls Church (evenings)· West Springfield (evenings). Woodbridge (evenings)· Online Conversation Groups (1.5 hours a week in evenings)
Citizenship Teachers- In-person or Virtual
Help your neighbors become U.S. citizens! Citizenship preparation teachers are needed. We allow teaching in pairs for those who wish to teach with a friend or spouse. No foreign language ability necessary and all materials and training provided! Classes meet twice a week for 2-3 hours. Teachers are welcome to teach either one day or both days a week. Sessions are typically three months long.Available locations:
Drivers Needed to help refugees - Across the Diocese
Drivers needed! MRS is dedicated to providing quality services in helping newly arrived families thrive in their new home country by providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict through employment services, job readiness training, adult education, and immigration services, US healthcare navigation, youth services, and many more state and federal programs. Help current staff assist and manage individuals' or families' social and emotional needs. Tasks may include drafting case studies, performing initial client assessments, and creating summaries and recommendations.Staff urgently need your help delivering baby supplies, papers requiring signatures, small items, furniture, and some clients to appointments. Our staff spends most of their time delivering supplies and is looking for help to free up time to provide direct support to our clients.May drive personal vehicle or agency vehicle. Driving authorization is required. A valid Driver's license and three years of driving history are necessary.This opportunity will require:Background checkPrivacy, child, and adult protection trainingDMV Record ReviewVIRTUS TrainingMinimum age 25
Contact Person: Volunteer Manager
Nutritionist
We are looking for a nutritionist who is able to do nutrition and health presentations, and interview seniors one-on-one. Seniors are looking for someone to teach them about having a healthy diet and living, how to understand and read food labels among other topics.o Requirements: confident public speaker, comfortable spending time with seniors, independent, self-reliant, adaptable, patiento This opportunity is for nutritionists 18 years or older, Monday through Friday between 10:30-12:00 or 12:30-1:30pmo Training must be completed prior to volunteering: APS training and Privacy trainingo Background check will be completed upon registering for all
New Volunteers - Manassas
The Mother of Mercy Clinic provides free, quality healthcare to low-income individuals who are uninsured or under-insured. The clinics have ongoing needs for volunteers in a variety of roles: - Medical (physicians, specialists, nurses, pharmacists etc.) - Administrative (general office duties, volunteer coordination, front desk, etc.) - Interpreting (virtual and in-person) - Facility Maintenance All NEW volunteers must register here by clicking the sign-up link and setting up an account in Samaritan. A member of the onboarding team will contact you within a week and coordinate a time for a brief interview and go over the steps of the onboarding process (Zoom orientation, paperwork, and a background check). Background Checks: All Mother of Mercy Volunteers require a background check. To authorize a background check, after registering online, sign out and then re-sign in with your: · Samaritan Login "Log in" with the user ID and Password you just created · Once logged in, on the top right corner, click on "Dashboard" · Your dashboard will populate and a click on the box "Request Background Check" will start the process. · Follow the instructions, and you''ll be all set! Thank you for your interest in supporting the Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinics!
Contact Phone:
New Volunteers - Woodbridge
Lunch Server
Join us at our Senior Citizen Center to make new connections, make lasting connections, and encounter other's in need. We are in need of a few dedicated volunteers to support our daily lunch service. If you have a heart for serving, and sharing joy, we welcome your help!Requirements:
Internships - Hogar Legal
www.ccda.net/hogarlegal/
Summer/Fall 2025 Legal Internship
Hogar Immigrant Services - Legal is seeking interns (unpaid) for Summer and Fall 2025.
Prerequisites for the Position
Summary of Major Duties and Responsibilities
Supervision: All legal interns will be supervised by attorneys, the Supervising Attorney, and the Program Director of Hogar Immigrant Services - Legal.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Vanessa Lopez at vanessa.lopez@ccda.net.
Contact Person: Vanessa Lopez
Contact Phone: (703) 534-9805 x1508
Feed My Lambs Kits
The Feed My Lambs Service Project provides meal kits to children in need, addressing food insecurity in our community. In partnership with five Prince William County public elementary schools, we ensure that students facing hunger receive essential nourishment.This project is an excellent opportunity for those seeking service hours or anyone interested in making a meaningful impact. If you would like to participate, please contact the volunteer manager or refer to the attached flyer for details.Thank you for supporting our ministry in feeding the hungry and nourishing the soul!
Child Care Volunteers
Do you have a heart for serving children and supporting mother's? St. Margaret of Cortona Transitional & Maternity Housing, a pro-life ministry for pregnant and single mothers in the Diocese of Arlington, is seeking childcare volunteers on Monday nights from 6:30-8pm so that the mothers can attend Enrichment classes. Please consider giving an hour of your time to help families grow in mind, body and spirit! Requirements:
Contact Person: Rosie Oslzewski
Contact Phone: (703) 910-4845
Alexandria Food Pantry Volunteer
Join us to encounter and assist our clients during our food pantry distribution. Volunteers will directly support clients, and support our pantry operations with sorting, stocking and unloading food donations.We also need volunteers to receive deliveries and organize food in the shelves.Requirements:
Contact Phone: (703) 719-8939
Volunteer Office Assistant - Hogar Legal
Help us assist immigrants around Northern Virginia! Hogar Immigrant Services Legal Office serves clients with a variety of immigration legal services. Volunteer office assistants will help scan files, maintain records and answer front desk or phone calls, as needed. The office assistant will also have the opportunity to assist with legal cases and learn more about the law. No legal experience needed.Please make note that this is not an internship opportunity.Training covers:Background CheckPrivacy Training
Manassas Warehouse Volunteers
Volunteers will support our pantry operations with sorting, stocking and unloading food donations.We also need volunteers to receive deliveries and organize food in the shelves.Requirements:Volunteers should be able to lift up to 40 poundsHelp maintain a safe and healthy work environment"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink..." Matthew 25:35
Driver- Alexandria Food Pantry
Join a team of volunteer drivers dedicated to fighting food insecurity in the Diocese. Help is needed to pick up food donations for our Alexandria Food Pantry. Weekday opportunities are available with flexible hours. Use of CCDA vehicles requires driver record check, but no special license. Help ensure that food is delivered where it is needed most.Training covers:Background checkDMV Record Review
Christ House Evening Meal Group Member Registration
Thank you for joining our mission to feed the hungry at Christ House. Volunteer groups have been providing hot meals to our Christ House community for over 40 years. Each evening we serve approximately 50 dinner guests including residents. Meals are distributed TOGO from 5 PM to 5:30 PM.This registration is for group members committed to providing 60 hot meals. To volunteer, please complete the following steps:
Contact Person: Sister Aniliza P. Juan
Contact Phone: (703) 548-4227 x101
Spanish Instructor
Do you have experience or passion to help others learn Spanish? Do you enjoy teaching the elderly? St. Martin de Porres Senior Center is looking for encouraging and patient teachers eager to teach Spanish classes to seniors who have little to no experience with the language. No experience is necessary, but encouraged.Training covers:Background checkAPS TrainingPrivacy Training
Christ House Breakfast group member registration
Please register here only if you are member of the current Saturday Breakfast group.For new group registration please contact our Christ House volunteer coordinator at Aniliza.juan@ccda.netThank you and we appreciate your desire to help and support our ministry.
Loaves and Fishes Volunteer Client Shopper
Volunteers are needed not only to accompany our clients through the food pantry, but to make their experience as warm and welcoming as possible.
Volunteer Prince William Day of Service
Join us for Day of Service, hosted by the Catholic Charities St. Lucy Food Project. Volunteers will be packing and sorting food donations, and preparing bags for food collections. Safety note: Heavy lifting and closed-toed shoes are required. Forms: Parents/guardians, please submit a parental consent form for minors. Forms can be submitted via email or in person on the day of the event.Thank you to our partner at Volunteer Prince William!
Lead Volunteer
The Lead Volunteer will oversee and guide volunteer groups participating in food drive activities at the St. Lucy Food Project Manassas Warehouse. This role requires prior volunteer experience with the St. Lucy Food Project (minimum of 1 year) and a referral from Manassas Warehouse staff. Background check required. Key skills and knowledge needed: Supervising and coordinating volunteer group activities, a working knowledge of St. Lucy Food Project Manassas Warehouse operations and safety protocols (including operation of equipment, i.e. pallet jacks), and confident leadership skills.
