We are The Society of Where There’s a Will There’s a Million Ways.
Browse some of the volunteer opportunities below or start with the volunteer application, which is designed to narrow down your options depending on your age, skills, and availability.
If you have any questions, please contact Volunteer Services at 602.261.6886.
Volunteer as a Group
Bike Shop
Bike Shop
Help Ernie, the bike guy, diagnose and repair the many different bicycles that are donated to us. Once fixed, they will either be sold in our thrift stores or used in our programs.
Thrift Stores
Thrift Stores
Help keep our thrift stores running by sorting donated items, organizing merchandise and providing excellent customer service.
Ministry to the Homeless
Ministry to the Homeless
We offer showers, haircuts, hygiene items, clothing, counseling and transportation assistance. Duties include schedule coordination, clothing and toiletries distribution, inventory upkeep, clerical duties, documentation and hospitality.
Dream Center Kids Program
Dream Center Kids Program
Opportunities to help tutor or lead children's activities in our Family Dining Room weekdays from 4-6:30PM.
Administration
Administration
Use your skills to assist the various departments that support the mission of St. Vincent de Paul. Duties include clerical assistance, data entry, copying, filing, grounds keeping and special projects.
Medical Clinic
Medical Clinic
Each year, more than $3.6 million worth of medical and dental services are provided to uninsured, working poor families. These vital services are made possible by dental and medical professionals who volunteer and donate their services to serve those in need.
Dental Clinic
Dental Clinic
Each year, more than $3.6 million worth of medical and dental services are provided to uninsured, working poor families. These vital services are made possible by dental and medical professionals who volunteer and donate their services to serve those in need.
Special Projects
Special Projects
Not sure what you’d like to do, but you know you want to help? Do you have a special skill or interest you’d like to share with us? We have many special projects for which we’d love outside expertise. Fill out an application, come for a tour, let’s chat!
Ozanam Manor
Ozanam Manor
A transitional housing shelter for homeless men and women. Volunteers needed to assist with clerical tasks, case management, recreation, and life skills training.
Fresh Perspectives
Fresh Perspectives
St. Vincent de Paul reaches out to individuals in the community who need our help, and helps them build a better place to live. It's a remodel, top to bottom.
Temporary Shelter
Temporary Shelter
We run a temporary shelter for 250 men and women. Volunteer duties include shelter set-up and break-down, handing out water, snacks, sheets, and supplies. Most importantly, volunteers serve as a smiling, calm, non-judgmental presence that offers hope to guests.
Urban Farm
Urban Farm
Our gardens are growing, both produce and in size. These gardens create fresh fruits and veggies that we can both serve in our dining rooms and hand out to needy families.
Hearts and Hands Kids Days
Hearts and Hands Kids Days
Children participate in activities such as filling hygiene bottles with soap and shampoo, decorating dining rooms, creating thank-you cards for our volunteers, and making table centerpieces which are often taken home by guests who treasure their beauty.
Dining Rooms
Dining Rooms
St. Vincent de Paul operates five dining rooms across the Valley. Duties include set up, serving, bussing tables, and clean-up.
Food Warehouse
Food Warehouse
Our food bank receives donated food from grocery stores and food drives. Volunteer are needed to sort, clean and ensure that foods meet quality control standards.
Kitchen Meal Prep
Kitchen Meal Prep
Our central kitchen prepares more than 3,500 meals a day. The meals are distributed to our five dining rooms and other nonprofits. Duties include opening cans, dicing vegetables, and making sandwiches.
Friday Night Pizzas
Friday Night Pizzas
Friday Night Pizzas are a beloved tradition at St. Vincent de Paul. Volunteer and learn how to make handmade pizza! Duties include dicing vegetables, tossing dough and adding toppings to pizzas.
Tamale Thursday
Tamale Thursday
