Volunteer with Catholic Charities
Volunteer service is an act of the heart
Volunteers like you are vital for meeting the basic needs of our neighbors.
By serving as a volunteer, you offer your time, talent, and compassion to support individuals and families while helping uphold dignity and inspire hope.
Benefits of Volunteering
Positively impact others’ lives and feel great
People who volunteer report higher rates of life satisfaction and happiness.
Build connections and meaningful relationships
Volunteering leads to new opportunities and friendships.
Discover the value of serving
Putting others first can boost your self-confidence.
Gain perspective
Seeing others’ resilience helps us reframe our own struggles.
Individual Volunteers
Explore Opportunities
Learn about all the ways you can help change lives and support families in need.
How To Apply
Individuals who wish to volunteer, whether on a one-time or regularly scheduled basis, sign up today.
Already a Volunteer?
Check out our volunteer updates and sign in to the volunteer portal to track your hours.
Volunteer Groups
Request a Group Service day and opportunity
Families, work teams, classes and clubs can sign up to support certain programs.
FAQs About Volunteering
Good questions
Find answers below or contact the volunteer coordinator at (316) 264-8344, ext. 1261.
Do I need to be Catholic to volunteer?
No, we welcome anyone to volunteer. The people in our programs and our staff members are from all walks of life and religious backgrounds.
Are there volunteer opportunities in the evening or weekends?
Yes.
- Volunteers are often needed to organize, serve meals or clean in the evenings at the shelters.
- Volunteers are also needed to provide weekend meals for the shelters through our meal train.
- Child care for shelter families is periodically needed in the evenings.
- Volunteers are needed to assist patrons at Our Daily Bread Food Pantry on the 4th Saturdays of the month.
I am a student in need of service hours. May I volunteer?
Yes. Students are welcome to volunteer. If you are under 18 years old, your parent or legal guardian must complete a Parental Consent Form, and you must also complete the required volunteer background check forms. All forms will be available after you apply.
I have court-ordered service hours. May I volunteer?
No, Catholic Charities of Wichita does not offer court-ordered service hour opportunities, including those related to misdemeanors, felonies, or community service in lieu of paying a fine.
In addition, the agency will not accept any individual who has been found guilty of any charge related to assault, including domestic violence, battery, rape, sexual assault, murder, burglary, or fraud.
We encourage individuals seeking community service opportunities to contact United Way 2-1-1 for referrals to organizations that may be able to accommodate court-ordered service requirements.
May I bring a child with me to volunteer?
If your child is in kindergarten and at least five years old, you may bring the child as part of a family or group volunteer opportunity. You must, however, sign your child up along with other members of the group. Families are considered groups.
What is the minimum age to volunteer?
If volunteering with a group, including family groups, children must be in kindergarten or at least 5 years old. All children under 18, regardless of age, must complete the Volunteer Consents and Waivers AND parents must also sign the consents and waivers.
To volunteer without a parent or guardian, youth must be at least 15 years old.
Do you have one-time volunteer opportunities?
Yes, volunteer alone at Our Daily Bread Food Pantry on South Hillside for one morning. Groups may volunteer one-time at Our Daily Bread Food Pantry or do maintenance projects at one of our program locations.
Do you offer volunteer hours for students or service projects?
Yes. We can provide documentation for school or internship hours. You will, however, be required to complete the VIRTUS training and pass a background check if volunteering more than once at our programs.