Find Volunteer Opportunities
CCDA supports individuals and families in a variety of areas. If you are interested in volunteering your time and talents to one of our causes, please explore available opportunities through the CCDA volunteer portal, or visit our different Give Help pages.
Support local food pantries
Over 250,000 people in the Diocese of Arlington are “food insecure,” meaning they do not know where their next meal is coming from. Please consider a donation to St. Lucy Food Project to support local pantries in the fight against hunger. Learn more
Offer professional medical services
We live Christ’s command to heal the sick by providing free quality healthcare to low-income individuals who are uninsured or under-insured. More than 180 volunteers, primarily medical professionals, staff our Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinics. Learn more
Help transitional housing efforts
Catholic Charities provides housing, workforce development and other services to single men, and to pregnant women and single mothers with children to help them move from homelessness toward stable lives. Learn more
Serve seniors
Operated by Catholic Charities in partnership with the city of Alexandria, St. Martin de Porres Senior Center provides instructor-led exercise, ESOL classes, social and entertainment activities, health presentations, field trips, and more. Learn more
Aid immigrants & refugees
Newcomer Services needs volunteer English teachers, citizenship and workforce training teachers, mentors, office assistants, pro bono attorneys, legal office assistants, and interpreters. Training provided. No foreign language necessary. Learn more
Prison Ministry
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Arlington partners with parishes throughout our diocese to bring Christ’s love and mercy to incarcerated individuals. Learn more
