Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering with Catholic Charities Wichita
Catholic Charities prides itself in finding volunteer work that is meaningful for both volunteers and clients. Thank you for looking at our volunteer opportunities below to find a position that suits you best. Once you’ve found the perfect fit, you can fill out a volunteer application here.
If you have any questions about these positions, or have another skill you’d like to offer, you can contact the Volunteer Coordinator by email at volunteer@CatholicCharitiesWichita.org or by phone at 316-264-8344, ext. 1261.
Opportunity Listings
Cana
Cana Counseling encourages and strengthens families and individuals so they can maintain a sense of dignity, hope and well-being in relationships and in their genuine, authentic selves.
Office Assistant
Description:
Office assistants aid in that mission by greeting and checking in clients, answering phone calls and questions, and helping with office duties, such as data entry and scheduling appointments. Office assistants take part in HIPPA and confidentiality training to maintain client privacy.
Qualifications include:
Detail oriented, ability to bend, no lifting restrictions, ability to work alone with little supervision.
Times:
No current volunteer opportunities at this time.
Harbor House
Harbor House Domestic Violence Shelter provides outreach services and a safe, 24/7 shelter for survivors of domestic violence.
Deep Cleaning
Description:
Deep cleaning volunteers help clean around the shelter, including but not limited to, disinfecting doorknobs and common touch points, dusting, wiping down baseboards, sweeping and/or vacuuming, room flipping, and/or per need cleaning.
Qualifications include:
Detail oriented, ability to bend, no lifting restrictions, ability to work alone with little supervision.
Times:
Flexible, once a week or as needed
Kitchen and Meal Service
Description:
Kitchen volunteers work with our nutritionist to prepare and serve food for clients in shelter and occasionally pick up food donations. Previous experience working in a kitchen and serving food is appreciated, but not required.
Times:
7 days a week:
Lunch: 11 AM – 1:30 PM
Dinner: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Special Events Host/Leader
Description:
Organizing and hosting (at Harbor House) a special event, such as, a spa day, cookie/cupcake decorating with the kids, movie night, movie under the stars, water fun outside, arts and crafts stations, or carnival day. (All these are just ideas and examples, feel free to be CREATIVE!)
Qualifications include:
Experience working with children (preferred if special event includes kids), ability to organize and lead event, ability to provide resources for the event.
Times:
Flexible, once a month or as needed
Storage Room Organizer
Description:
Storage room organizers sort donated items into their proper locations, clean and organize shelter storage rooms, and label items.
Qualifications Include: Ability to stand for extended periods of time, crouch, bend, climb and carry at least 20 lbs is required for this position. A weekly volunteer commitment is appreciated.
Times:
No current volunteer opportunities at this time.
Meal Providers
Description:
Meal providers donate, prepare and serve lunch or dinner meals for about 40 clients in shelter throughout the week. This is a great opportunity for families and church groups; commitment to one meal every two months is appreciated.
Serving food is not required and you may drop off food for shelter staff to serve.
Times:
Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Dinner: 4 PM – 6:30 PM
Lead Office
Description:
Lead office volunteers are crucial in the mission of Harbor House and work with staff to take crisis calls, control access to the building, and help with client’s in-shelter needs. Volunteers in this role take part in a 40-hour training program before they begin taking crisis calls.
Times:
Help is needed 24/7, but especially during evening hours and weekends.
Food Donation Pick Up
Description:
You’ll help serve our ministry by picking up food donations from our community partners and donors. This food stretches our budget that much farther to help clients in other areas. Some heavy lifting of food is required.
A flexible schedule and reliable transportation are required for this position.
Times:
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM or 1:30 PM
Child Care
Description:
Child care volunteers watch children of adults in shelter while they attend life skills classes, apply for jobs and housing, and during case manager meetings. Child care volunteers may work with a group size of one to fifteen and children of all ages.
All volunteers in this role must pass background checks.
Times:
Mondays & Tuesdays, 6 PM – 7 PM
St. Anthony Family Shelter
St. Anthony Family Shelter provides a safe 24/7 shelter and supportive services for homeless families with a goal of stabilizing housing and employment.
Family Time
Description:
Family time volunteers watch children in shelter while their parents apply for jobs, look for housing or simply take a break. Volunteers are able to lead activities, such as movie nights, crafts, story time or playing on the playground or in the activity center. Spend time with children of all ages, with group sizes of 1 to 25.
All volunteers in this role must pass background checks and take a child safety class. Groups are preferred, as at least two volunteers are needed per shift.
Times:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Monday – Friday, 5 PM – 8 PM
Weekends, 8:30 AM – 12 PM & 1 PM – 5 PM
Kitchen and Meal Service
Description:
Kitchen volunteers work with our nutritionist to prepare and serve food for clients in shelter and occasionally pick up food donations. Previous experience working in a kitchen and serving food is appreciated, but not required.
Times:
Lunch:
Monday – Friday, 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Dinner:
Monday – Friday, 4:30 PM – 6 PM
Weekend Meal Providers
Description:
Weekend meal providers donate, prepare, and serve meals for about 25 clients for lunch and dinner on the weekends. This is a great opportunity for families and church groups; commitment to one meal every two months is appreciated.
Serving food is not required and you may drop it off for shelter staff to serve.
Times:
Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM – 6 PM
Food Donation Pick Up
Description:
You’ll help serve our ministry by picking up food donations from our community partners and donors. This food stretches our budget that much farther to help clients in other areas. Some heavy lifting of food is required.
A flexible schedule and reliable transportation are required for this position.
Times:
Most Thursdays, 9 PM – 10 PM
Facilities and Maintenance
Catholic Charities has several buildings throughout the City of Wichita, including a food pantry, separate shelters for homeless families and survivors of domestic violence, and a large campus for our adult day programs.
Facilities and Landscaping
Description:
Under direction of the facilities coordinator, volunteers in this role maintain the buildings and grounds of Catholic Charities. Tools and training are provided.
Basic duties include:
- Snow removal
- Rake and bag leaves
- Trim and remove dead tree limbs
- Clean windows (inside and out)
- Organize shelter backrooms
- Complete other tasks as needed
Times:
Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Skilled Trade Work
Description:
Individuals trained in various trade skills, such as:
- Painting
- Electric
- HVAC
- Plumbing
are encouraged to share their time and talents. Depending on the project or needs of the agency, materials for projects may be supplied by Catholic Charities.
Times:
Flexible around your schedule
Vehicle Maintenance
Description:
Volunteers in this role perform regular check-ups of agency vehicles, taking them to community partners for general maintenance and detailing, and reporting any larger issues to the facilities coordinator.
Volunteers in this role must be 21 or older and have a valid driver’s license.
Times:
Flexible around your schedule
Seeds for Success
The Seeds for Success program is dedicated to creating opportunities for Catholic Charities clients through comprehensive services focused on building self-sufficiency.
Child Enrichment
Description:
Child enrichment volunteers are needed to work with children while their parents are in employability and financial literacy classes. Volunteers will follow a curriculum designed to stimulate intellectual and emotional growth. Children will generally be aged 1-5 years old.
Volunteers are asked to commit to a weekly, one-hour time slot.
Times:
No current volunteer opportunities at this time.
Mock Interviewer
Description:
Mock interviewers practice interview skills with clients enrolled in the Seeds for Success program to ensure they’re putting their best foot forward when they secure an interview. Volunteers in this position may work virtually.
To volunteer in this position, we ask that you provide references to verify your experience with recruitment or HR best practices.
Times:
No current volunteer opportunities at this time.
Resume Reviewer
Description:
Resume reviewers work with clients enrolled in the Seeds for Success program to ensure their resumes are edited and designed well for employers. Volunteers in this position may work virtually.
To volunteer in this position, we ask that you provide references to verify your experience with recruitment or HR best practices.
Times:
No current volunteer opportunities at this time.
Immigration Services
Immigration Services assists with citizenship requirements, work authorizations, family-based petitions, visa applications and other related services.
Data Entry
Description:
Volunteers in this role digitize former and current client files. Spanish is not required, though you will work in a predominantly Spanish-speaking environment. Basic computer skills required. Training is provided.
Times:
Flexible; Monday – Friday (9 AM – 4 PM)
Our Daily Bread Food Pantry
The food pantry helps individuals and families meet their nutritional needs by providing a monthly food parcel based on family size.
Food Distribution
Description:
Food distribution volunteers help clients while shopping, pack food into bags, stock shelves, sort items in freezer, and load client cars.
Qualifications Include: Ability to bend, crouch, stand for extended periods of time and lift at least 10 lbs required. Volunteers in this position may work outside in all types of weather. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese welcome!
Times:
Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:15 AM-12 PM
Data Entry & Client Intake
Description:
Data entry volunteers greet clients, take them through a client information form and enter completed forms into our database. Data entry volunteers must be comfortable with computers and willing to learn our database. This is a client facing position. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese welcome!
Times:
Thursdays 8:15, AM-12 PM
Truck Driver
Description:
Truck drivers pick up orders from the Kansas Food Bank and deliver to Our Daily Bread prior to pantry opening at 8:30 AM. Volunteers will use agency vehicles and equipment, including a truck with a lift gate and a manual pallet jack, to move pallets weighing up to 1,200 pounds.
Qualifications Include: Ability to bend, crouch, stand for extended periods of time and lift at least 40lbs regularly required. Volunteers in this position must be 21 with a clean driving record and valid license, CDL not required.
Times:
Tuesdays, 8:30 AM-10:30 AM
Substitutes Tuesday – Thursdays (varies)
Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
SSVF assists very low-income veterans who are facing homelessness navigate benefits to obtain stable housing.
Veteran Peer Support
Description:
Peer support volunteers help veterans to develop their own goals by visiting with other veterans within our community, transporting them to the store or doctor appointments using a fleet vehicle. Volunteers may travel to other counties to visit with veterans if they prefer.
Qualifications Include: US Veteran-Honorable Discharge
Times:
Flexible; minimum 8 hours per week (anytime between 8 AM-5 PM, M-F)
Adult Day Services
ADS provides an affordable, quality day program that helps seniors and adults with disabilities maintain independence in the community.
Facilities and Landscaping
Description:
Volunteers will assist with outdoor cleanup. Tools and training are provided.
Basic duties include:
- Clean windows (inside and out)
- Organize storage room
- Clean and wash buses
- Sanitize chairs and door knobs
Times:
Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 3 PM
Meal Time
Description:
Volunteers will assist with serving meals and cleanup.
Basic duties include:
- Serve food to participants
- Operate dishwasher
- Clean up kitchen
Times:
Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 10 AM or 11 AM – 1 PM
*ADS volunteers must complete drug screening, 2-step TB test in addition to regular volunteer requirements.
Calendar Prep
Description:
Volunteers will review and type the monthly program calendar.
Basic duties include:
- Provide blank calendar to program room staff with activity suggestions
- Confer with managers for site wide activities/outings
- Type calendars and distribute throughout ministry
Times:
Monthly commitment; flexible during business hours
Filing Assistant
Description:
Volunteers will assist with filing paperwork into participants charts.
Basic duties include:
- Filing
Times:
Flexible during business hours; approximately 2-3 times per month (2-3 hours per shift) or once a week (1.5 hours per shift)
Contact Us
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Services
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Disabled Adults And Seniors
Hunger
Domestic Violence
St. Joseph Pastoral Center
437 North Topeka st.
Wichita. KS 67202-2431
(316) 264-8344
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Wichita is a 501(c)(3). All gifts are tax-deductible.
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316-264-8344 ext. 1262
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Wichita Diocese
The Wichita Diocese covers 20,021 square miles and includes 25 counties in the southeast corner of the state. It is home to over 114,000 Catholics in 90 parishes.
Wichita Diocese
The Wichita Diocese covers 20,021 square miles and includes 25 counties in the southeast corner of the state. It is home to over 114,000 Catholics in 90 parishes.