Thank you for exploring ways you can share your time and talents with Catholic Charities, our clients, and communities.

For more than 80 years, Catholic Charities has provided food, clothing, shelter and a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. We also promote social justice, serving as a voice for the poor and vulnerable. OUR MISSION Guided by God’s love, Catholic Charities helps people in southeast Texas by providing caring, compassionate services and advocating for social justice in collaboration with parishes and communities.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Volunteers work alongside staff and fellow volunteers to help people in need achieve self-sufficiency and live with dignity.

Start here to explore ways you can make a difference

• Support Senior Adults in their efforts to stay healthy and active.
• Support the Work of Refugee Resettlement
• Help Reduce Food Insecurity - Food pantry opportunities available in Houston, Richmond, and Galveston
• Bring Your Group for a Day of Service
• Host a Donation Drive for newborns, refugees, women veterans, or people experiencing homelessness

Becoming a Catholic Charities Volunteer

1. Create a USER PROFILE in the volunteer portal.
2. Acknowledge receiving the VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK.
3. Attend VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION.

Many opportunities also require a criminal background check and online training on recognizing and reporting instances of abuse and neglect of vulnerable populations. A complete list of qualifications may be found in each volunteer opportunity description in the portal.

PLEASE NOTE: Volunteers may not begin a placement until they complete all required paperwork, screenings, qualifications, and/or trainings.