When you volunteer at Catholic Charities, you help us transform lives — and, you know what, you might even walk away transformed too!
Volunteering at Catholic Charities has brought me a great appreciation for all that I have in life and helping those in need is a firm reminder of what really matters… like family, friends, health, etc. It has given me a chance to see my own life in a different light —Roy Haas
Just how valuable are volunteers to our mission? Consider this
- Volunteers donated over 4600 hours to Catholic Charities in 2019
- The State of Missouri values a volunteer hour at $25.43, adding up to $116,708!
But the value we receive when you volunteer exceeds any dollar amount. No matter what you have to offer, Catholic Charities welcomes you.
How can I help?
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Consider hosting a neighborhood food drive and/or hygiene drive or start one in your local parish or place of employment. Learn more here.
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Help us welcome guests at the annual Gala
- Be part of our Christmas shining star project
- Be a course monitor or registration worker at OutPace Poverty
- Answer the call when we have a special need in the office
Yes, I want to Help!
Please fill out the volunteer form below.
For more information, contact volunteers@ccharities.com or call (816) 659-8205.
Serve and Lift Center – NW Missouri
417 Northland Drive
Cameron, MO 64429
P: 816-608-8794
pantry@ccharities.com
Serve and Lift Center – South KC
8001 Longview Road
Kansas City, MO 64134
P: 816-882-4781
pantry@ccharites.com
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