INDEPENDENT SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Students are reminded to call the contact person at the organization PRIOR to arriving at the site.
All service performed for Central Catholic service credit must meet the following criteria:
- Benefits people or an organization beyond the walls of Central Catholic
- Is for a non-profit group or organization
- Is in keeping with the teachings of the Catholic Church
- Service hours are performed outside of regular school hours
Website Resources:
www.volunteermatch.com
www.volunteerworks.com
www.larche.portland.org
www.friendsoftrees.org
www.solv.org
www.kgw.com/calendar.com – go to Community Connection
www.handsonportland.org – complete volunteer application/waiver in CCHS Service Office
EDUCATION AND YOUTH PROGRAMS
Catholic Charities SUN School
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-5 p.m.
Contact: Everett Barr
Phone Number: 503-661-5022
E-Mail: everett_barr@gbsd.gresham.k12.or.us
SUN Program at East Gresham Grade School! We offer after-school programming for first through fifth graders. We are offering classes in science, theatre, cooking, reading, arts and crafts, soccer, karate, and tutoring. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in working with children or using the Spanish language in a practical setting.
Catholic Charities Kateri Park Homework Club
Hours: Weekdays, 3-5:15 p.m.
Contact: Elizabeth Gern
Phone Number: 971-344-8954
E-Mail: egern@catholiccharitiesoregon.org
Address: 3640 SE 28th, Portland
Help at this daily homework club serving children—many are immigrants from Somalia. Children in the program range from K-8 grades, have little English language background, and struggle academically.
Irvington School Homework Club
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3:00-4:00pm
Contact: Marissa Izzard
Phone Number: 971-344-8364
Address: 1320 NE Brazee Street, Portland, Oregon 97212
Homework Club (Grades 3-5) meets weekly. Assist students with a variety of assignments and projects.
Children’s Relief Nursery
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Cynthia Jones
Phone Number: 503-595-4512
To prevent abuse and neglect in children birth through three by partnering with caregivers committed to strengthening their families. Volunteers are needed to provide clerical support, help in the clothes closet, help prepare mailings, and work with teachers and children in the classroom.
Operation E.A.S.Y. (Efforts Aimed at Sensitizing You)
Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Dr. Dapo Sobomehin
Phone Number: 503-262-8201
E-mail: Dasbmh@aol.com
Address: St. Andrew’s Nativity School, 4925 NE 9th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97211
Equip youth targeted as “at risk of failure” with needed academic and social skills.
St. Anthony Parish (Tigard)
Hours: Sunday, 10-11:15 a.m.
Contact: Cindy Marchese
Phone Number: 503-639-4179 x121
Address: 9905 SW McKenzie Street (Hwy 99W), Tigard, Oregon 97223
Act as a classroom aid in the Religious Education Program.
St. Andrew After School Program
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3:00-5:00p.m.
Contact: Mr. Matt Kunkel, SJ
Phone Number: 503-335-9600 x30
E-Mail: MKunkel@nativityportland.com.
Address: 4925 NE 9th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97211
Young children wanting to improve their reading skills come to this drop-in center. Volunteers must fill out an application which is available in the Central Catholic Service Office.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Teen Bigs
Hours: After school
Contact: Karen or Beriah
Phone Number: 503-249-4859
Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Teen Bigs is an after school mentoring program. Volunteers must be between the ages of 16-20 and be willing to provide friendship to a child for a minimum of one hour per week during the school year. Applications are available at the Central Catholic Service Office
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Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland
Hours: Weekdays, after school hours
Volunteers must submit volunteer application with Central Catholic Independent Contract.
Volunteers for all sites listed below are asked to call Nathan Johnson at 503-969-5465 or
njohnson@bgcportland.org.
Blazers Boys & Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 5250 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, Oregon 97211
Jack, Will and Rob Boys & Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 2033 NE Ione Street, Camas, Washington 98607
Wattles Boys and Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 9330 SE Harold Street, Portland, Oregon 97266
Meyer Memorial Boys & Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 7119 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
Regence Boys and Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 4430 N. Trenton Street, Portland, Oregon 97203
Inukai Family Boys and Girls Club
Contact: Nathan Johnson
Address: 560 SE 3rd Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123
Help to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring kids.
Chess for Success
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Heather Abbott
Phone Number: 503-295-1230
E-mail: heather@chessforsuccess.org
Website: www.chessforsuccess.org
Volunteers are needed to teach the game of chess at grade and middle schools throughout the metro area. Currently there are 72 schools with clubs many of which need assistance.
YMCA Columbia Willamette Child Development Center
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Contact: Judy Booker
Phone Number: 503-225-9622
Location: ODS Tower YMCA near the MAX Line between SW Alder and Morrison.
Help with a variety of tasks including assisting teachers with infants and children up to age five. This is a great opportunity for student interested in children or teaching.
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at OHSU
Hours: Flexible, six month commitment
Contact: Tim Breza
Phone Number: 503-418-5376
Assist by mentoring children at OHSU by playing games and assisting with homework.
All volunteers must be 16 years of age and commit to six months at the site. Volunteer application is available online at www.ohsudoernbecher.com. Volunteers must attend training sessions prior to contracting for the site. Volunteers must also take TB test or provide proof of test.
McLaughlin House Foster Care
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Jerry or Cheri McLaughlin
Phone Number: 503-722-7048
Address: 17673 South Hattan Road, Oregon City, Oregon, 97045
Located in an Oregon City private residence volunteers help to provide respite care and childcare for drug-affected babies at the McLaughlin home.
Mentor Athletics
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Darren Gulbrandson
Phone Number: 503-997-1103
E-mail: dgulbrandson@mentorathletics.org
Address: 7712 SW Carriage Oaks Lane, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070
Be a role model to at-risk youth through athletics.
PAL - Police Activities League
Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:30-7:00 p.m.
Contact: Mike Jezewski
Phone Number: 503-256-3479
Address: 424 NE 172nd Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Volunteers assist in the tutoring program.
St. Pius X School
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Brenda Fulle
Phone Number: 503-644-3244 x291
Tutor students who need extra structure to complete homework and study for tests.
Portland International Community School
Hours: Weeknights, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Contact: Cecelia McCoy
Phone Number: 503-232-5334
E-mail: cmccoy@emoregon.org
Address: Grant Park Church on 34th and NE Knott, Portland, Oregon
Assisst in the classroom and tutor daytime and evening students. Tutor teenagers and young adults who have recently immigrated. Accompany students on cultural outings throughout Portland: library, art museum, movie theatres, etc.
Portland Kids International
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Jason Bently
Phone Number: 503-777-4810
PKI partners with Whitman Elementary School to provide after school programming for a wide variety of students
Buckman SUN - Schools Uniting Neighborhoods
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Emily Lehman
Phone Number: 503-858-0230
Beaumont Middle School
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Crystal
Phone Number: 503-916-5615
Be a mentor to a grade school student, assist w/ homework, etc.
ENVIRONMENTAL NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY
Bridal Veil Franciscan Retreat Center
Hours: Every 3rd Saturday of the month
Contact: Mother Francine
Phone Number: 503-760-8220
Location: Bridal Veil, Oregon
Assist with grounds and building maintenance.
Community Cycling Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Brian
Phone Number: 503-288-8864
Address: 1700 NE Alberta, Portland, Oregon
This organization provides bicycle maintenance. Volunteers can assist at events or on special bike projects. Attend an orientation to volunteer regularly.
Community Energy Projects, Inc.
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Sherrie Smith
Phone Number: 503-284-6827 x106
Weatherize homes for low income families in the North Portland area. Volunteers under the age of 16 must volunteer with a parent or guardian. Volunteers ages 16 to 18 must have signed parental permission before volunteering.
Friends of Trees
Hours: Saturday mornings, Varied
Contact: Greg Tudor
Phone Number: 503-282-8846 x12
E-mail: KathrynW@friendsoftrees.org
Website: www.friendsoftrees.org
Seed the Future helps the community by planting trees at various sites around Portland.
Habitat for Humanity and Habitat for Humanity Women Build
Hours: Saturdays, Flexible
Contact: Jennifer
Phone Number: 503-287-9529 x12
E-mail: Jennifer_Perkins@pdxhabitat.org
Website: www.pdxhabitat.org
Assist with general landscaping, home construction, and painting of homes for low-income families. Volunteers working with this organization must be 16 years of age.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9am-6pm and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Address: 66 SE Morrison Street, entrance located on Water Avenue
Phone Number: 503-283-6247
The ReStore is a recycled building materials resale center. The facility stocks items which are over-stocked, used, discontinued, and salvaged building materials which have been donated. The materials are then shelved and sold to the public. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
Hopkins Demonstration Forest
Hours: Second Saturday of each month, 8:30a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone Number: 503-632-2150
Assist at "Community Volunteer Day". This includes cleaning and staining buildings, completing accessibility, and weed control. Lunch is provided. Volunteers must call to confirm participation at least four days prior to the Volunteer Community Workday.
Learning Gardens Laboratory
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Stephanie Rooney
Phone Number:
504-919-0660
Address: 6801 SE 60th Avenue, Portland
The Learning Gardens combines the resources of the Portland Public Schools, Portland State University, and the City of Portland. The mission is to boost academic achievement by providing stimulating teaching and learning environments. Volunteers must complete a background check.
The Nature Conservancy Oregon
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Laura Moran
Phone Number: 503-802-8100
E-mail: lmoran@tnc.org
Help to conserve natural area throughout the Metro Area during a work party.
Portland Parks and Recreation
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Steve Pixley
Phone Number: 503-823-5121
Website: www.portlandparks.org
Share your time and talent by volunteering in a variety of rewarding opportunities. Volunteers are needed to help with parks and gardens, natural areas, and recreation programs.
Portland Parks and Recreation City Nature Watershed
Hours: Saturdays from 9:00a.m. - Noon
Contact: Louise Shorr, City Nature Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-823-6131
Share your time and talent with the community by cleaning up local watersheds. Various sites are available throughout the Portland area.
FAMILY BIRTH AND ADOPTION SERVICES
Catholic Charities Pregnancy Support and Open Adoption Program
Hours: Flexible, On-going
Contact: Robin Neal
Phone Number: 503-238-5196
Address: 447 NE 47th Ave # 100, Portland, Oregon
Assist pregnant, parenting and post-adoption clients by providing transportation, shopping, childcare, and delivery of goods.
Mother and Child Education Center (formerly Birthright)
Hours: Flexible
Website: www.motherandchild-edu.org
Contact: Dana
Phone: 503-249-5801
Volunteers work shifts of three to four hours answering questions, assisting women and girls, bundling clothing, distributing baby clothes, and offering clerical support.
Northwest Family Services
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Cindy Bankston
Phone Number 503-215-6377
Help with office work and collating for different programs.
HEALTHCARE
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at OHSU
Hours: Flexible, six month commitment
Contact: Tim Breza
Phone Number: 503-418-5376
Assist by mentoring children at OHSU by playing games and assisting with homework.
All volunteers must be 16 years of age and commit to six months at the site. Volunteer application is available online at www.ohsudoernbecher.com. Volunteers must attend training sessions prior to contracting for the site. Volunteers must also take TB test or provide proof of test.
Portland Veterans Association Hospital
Contact: Hutch
Phone Number: 503-220-8262 x 5574
Address: 3710 SW U.S. Veterans Hospital Road, Portland, Oregon 97239
Volunteers provide services to veterans and their families by providing the services which tells the veterans that he or she is important. Guest services include: distribution of comfort items, books, magazines, and newspapers, giving a touch of home.
Legacy Hospitals
Hours: Varied
Contact: Volunteer Services Office at location desired for service opportunity
Legacy Emanuel Children’s Hospital
Phone Number: 503-413-4839
Good Samaritan Office
Phone Number: 503-413-7012
Meridian Park Office
Phone Number: 503-692-2186
Mt. Hood Office
Phone Number: 503-674-1217
Salmon Creek Office
Phone Number: 360-487-1040
As a Legacy hospital volunteer, you can choose from a variety of assignments, whether you prefer to work directly with patients or behind the scenes. Please call the Volunteer Services Office of the location you are interested in volunteering for specific opportunities for that site.
Ronald McDonald House East or West
Hours: Varied, minimum commitment per month
Contact House East: Lindsay, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number East: 503-287-7600 x708
Contact House West: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number West: 971-230-0808
When families stay at Ronald McDonald Houses in Portland, their children are most commonly treated for heart conditions, premature birth, respiratory conditions, cancer, and eating disorders. Volunteers help make the Ronald McDonald House a home. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age or volunteer with a parent or guardian. Volunteers must commit to a minimum of three hours at least two times per month.
Hospice Care of the Northwest
Hours: Tammy Paladini
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-595-2260
Volunteer to become a friend or companion to those assisted by hospice care. Help make a difference in the life of someone else by spending time, talking, playing cards, or watching a movie.
Cancer Care Resources
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Lisa Wisler
Phone: Contact 503.528.5236 x110
Address: 439 North Broadway, Portland, Oregon
E-mail: Lisa@cancercareresources.org
Website: www.cancercareresources.org
CCR provides various support services for anyone dealing with cancer, all free of charge. Volunteers assist with materials preparation, office work, greeting patients and fundraising events.
Providence ElderPlace
Contact: Maria Micozzi Jones
Phone Number: 503-215-3533
Address: Various Locations
Providence ElderPlace is a comprehensive care program that offers health, housing, social service and care coordination solutions to older adults and peace of mind to their families. The organization is dedicated to providing dignified care to seniors in a compassionate environment.
Providence Child Care Center
Hours: Weekdays, 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. or 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Jody Sullivan
Phone Number: 503-215-0042
E-mail: Jody.Wright@providence.org
Address: 830 NE 47th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help the nurses, therapists and other staff members care for children with very severe needs at his residential facility. All volunteers are required to attend an orientation held every 2nd and 3rd Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Volunteers must also take TB test prior to beginning service and commit to a minimum of two hours per month.
Providence Home Services Hospice West
Contact: Melinda Mith
Phone: 503-547-9498
Providence Hospice West has a Teen Volunteer Program that pairs teens with Hospice patients in Providence facilities. Volunteers offer personal care services, socialization and assistance in accomplishing projects of the patient’s interest. Training is required. Volunteers must complete an application and an interview.
PROGRAMS FOR ABUSED WOMEN AND KIDS
Child Center Solutions
Hours: Flexible, Ongoing basis
Phone Number: 503-546-6383
Volunteers are needed to enter data into this organization’s computer system on an ongoing basis.
Children’s Relief Nursery
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Cynthia Jones
Phone Number: 503-595-4512
To prevent abuse and neglect in children birth through three by partnering with caregivers committed to strengthening their families. Volunteers are needed to provide clerical support, help in the clothes closet, help prepare mailings, and work with teachers and children in the classroom.
Raphael House
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Laura Robertson
Phone Number: 503-222-6507 x315
Assist with evening programs, answering the crisis line, assisting with children’s program, working at annual special events, and providing other administrative support. All volunteers must complete 30 hours of training which are offered three times per year at the Raphael House. Volunteers must submit a background check
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Volunteers of America Family Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Samantha Naliboff
Phone Number: 503-802-0501
Supervise children of mothers attending support groups for domestic violence.
Salvation Army West Women and Children’s Shelter
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Fay Schuler
Phone Number: 503-224-7718
Volunteers are needed to sort donations, serve as children’s aides, and help with clerical work.
Jean's Place at Transition Projects
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Emily Coleman
Phone Number: 503-823-4926 x4
Help at this resource center for women in Portland's Old Town.
PROGRAMS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Providence Child Care Center
Hours: Weekdays, 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. or 3:00 - 8 p.m.
Contact: Jody Sullivan
Phone Number: 503-215-0042
E-mail: Jody.Wright@providence.org
Address: 830 NE 47th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help the nurses, therapists and other staff members care for children with very severe needs at his residential facility. All volunteers are required to attend an orientation held every 2nd and 3rd Saturday at 10:00a.m. Volunteers must also take TB test prior to beginning service and commit to a minimum of two hours per month.
The ARC of Multnomah County Recreation Club
Hours: Various, three times per month
Contact: Marilyn
Phone Number: 503-935-5229
Address: 619 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Supervise and work with teens living with disabilities.
Forward Stride
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Kathy
Phone Number: 503-682-9022
Website: www.forwardstride.org
Volunteer with this organization that offers therapeutic riding lessons.
Special Olympics
Hours: Flexible
Contact: LouAnne Tabada
Phone Number: 503-248-0600
E-mail: ltabada@soor.org
Help coach, referee, or facilitate different sporting events throughout the year.
CCI Enterprises
Hours: Varied
Contact: Vickie Nees
Phone Number: 503-652-9036 x214
E-mail: vnees@ccienterprises.org
The vision of this organization is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities with a mission for them to obtain social and financial success. Assist with a variety of programs including field trips and choir program.
PROGRAMS FOR ELDERLY PEOPLE
Meals on Wheels/Loaves and Fishes
NE Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
NE Contact: Mary Langman
NE Phone Number: 503-953-8205
NE Address: 1907 NE 45th (red brick building), Portland, Oregon
SE Hourse: Monday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
SE Contact: Barbara Terway
SE Phone Number: 503-953-8202
SE Address: 4610 SE Belmont, Portland, Oregon
Work at the drop-in center serving food, visiting elderly folks, or deliver meals to homes. Volunteers at the drop-in center can be any age but are asked to where closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves. Volunteers must be 18 years of age—or with a parent—to drive meals directly to homes.
Portland Veterans Association Hospital
Contact: Hutch
Phone Number: 503-220-8262 x 5574
Address: 3710 SW U.S. Veterans Hospital Road, Portland, Oregon 97239
Volunteers provide services to veterans and their families by providing the services which tells the veterans that he or she is important. Guest services include: distribution of comfort items, books, magazines, and newspapers, giving a touch of home.
Laurelhurst Village
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Nancy
Phone Number: 503-535-4946
Address: 3060 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon
Socialize with residents, do clerical work, yard work and other jobs for this agency that provides home and healthcare for disabled adults and senior citizens. Volunteers must complete background check prior to beginning service.
Hollywood Senior Center
Hours: Varied
Contact: Patricia Hanley
Phone Number: 503-288-8303
Address: 1820 NE 40th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Provide companionship for elderly guests and participate in group activities.
The Maybell Clark Macdonald Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Sarah
Phone Number: 503-222-5720 x105
E-mail: vw@madcenter.org
Assist residents who are disabled, chronically ill, or in need of support to live independently. This includes visiting with residents, playing chess, sharing meals, etc.
Rose Center for Seniors
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Phone Number: 503-239-1221
Serve as a dining room host and interact with seniors who visit this community space.
Volunteers are asked to stay for the entire shift.
Metropolitan Family Services Project Linkage
Hours: Varied
Phone Number: 503-249-8215 x22
Help senior citizens and people with disabilities remain independent and self-sufficient by helping with yard clean-up and minor repairs.
St. Andrew’s Care Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Rebecca Kempter
Phone Number: 503-257-7946
Address: 76th and SE Main, Portland, Oregon
One on one time with residents: reading, walks, help with meals, manicures, etc.
Providence ElderPlace
Contact: Maria Micozzi Jones
Phone Number: 503-215-3533
Address: Various Locations
Providence ElderPlace is a comprehensive care program that offers health, housing, social service and care coordination solutions to older adults and peace of mind to their families. The organization is dedicated to providing dignified care to seniors in a compassionate environment.
St. Anthony’s Village
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Mary Blackwell
Phone Number: 503-775-4414
Assist staff with different activities for the residents: playing cards, going for walks, etc. All volunteers must complete background check prior to beginning service.
Store to Door
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Laney Patrick
Phone Number: 503-200-3333
Assist by shopping for groceries, prescriptions, and household items for elderly, disabled, and shut-in folks throughout the Portland area.
PROGRAMS FOR LOW INCOME AND
HOMELESS PEOPLE OF THE NORTHWEST
Blanchet House
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 6:00 - 8:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., and 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Contact: Ken or Patrick
Phone Number 503-226-3911
Address: 340 NW Glisan, Portland, Oregon
Help prepare, dish, and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to the homeless. Students must sign-up w/ CCHS Service Coordinator prior to working each shift.
Oregon Food Bank
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-972-2993
E-mail: volunteer@oregonfoodbank.org
Address: 7900 NE 33rd Drive, Portland, Oregon
Repack bulk foods into family sized portions for distribution. All volunteers must schedule in advance and be able to commit to a full shift; site is unable to accommodate walk-in volunteers. Those under the age of 16 must have an adult with them when they volunteer.
Oregon Food Bank Learning Gardens
Contact: Lisa Waugh
Phone Number: 503-439-6510 x314
Address: 7900 NE 33rd Drive, Portland, Oregon
E-mail: lwaugh@oregonfoodbank.org
Volunteer to help support this free series of gardening workshops and cooking classes to individuals and low-income groups. Volunteers are needed to teach the 5 week series in the fall and spring. OFB will provide a thorough training and slides, outlines, and handouts for each topic. Attending training is mandatory and then volunteers can sign up for workshop dates and locations that fit their schedule. Please call to schedule a training session.
N.E. Emergency Food Program
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: John at 503-284-5470
E-mail: nefp@emoregon.org.
Address:4800 NE 72nd Avenue, Portland
Volunteers sort, box, and distribute three to five days worth of food for low-income and needy families.
Dress for Success Oregon
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Edie Duncan
Phone Number: 503-249-7300
E-mail: edied@dressforsuccessoregon.org
Assist by becoming a volunteer personal shopper, hair stylist, makeup artist, or assist with the Professional Women’s Group to help low-income women transition into the work force by selecting interview appropriate clothing.
Catholic Charities Housing Transitions Programs
Hours: Afternoons
Contact: Margi
Phone: 971-222-1880
Work directly with women moving from the streets to permanent housing in a variety of volunteer positions including “House Assistant” or “Move-In Assistant.”
Community Warehouse
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Andy Olds
Phone Number: 503-235-8786
Help sort donated household items for distribution to area non-profits and families.
Salvation Army Harbor Light Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Ethan Perkins
Phone Number: 503-239-1259 x3932
E-mail: ethan.perkins@usw.salvationarmy.org
Help sort donated household items for distribution to area non-profits and families.
St. Francis Dining Hall
Hours: Weeknights, 4:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. and Sundays, 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Christina, Adam, or Romero
Phone Number: 503-234-2028.
Address: 330 SE 11th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Assist with preparation and serving of a meal to the homeless. Students must sign-up w/ Central Catholic Service Coordinator and pick-up a Credit Slip prior to working each shift. Students must not arrive at the site before 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Saturday) or 1:30 p.m. (Sunday) and must stay for the entire shift.
St. Vincent de Paul
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Charles Ashcroft or Jackie Green
Phone Number: 503-235-7837
Address: 5120 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help sort and organize food and clothing donations.
Salvation Army Volunteers
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Amy Bagdon
Phone Number: 503-239-1227
Help sort food and clothing which is distributed to homeless and low-income folks throughout the Portland Metropolitan area.
Share
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
E-mail: hungerresponse@sharevancouver.org
Website: www.sharevancouver.org
Phone Number: 360-750-4436
Share provides daily meals for homeless and low-income members of the Vancouver community. Help prepare and serve meals to Share’s clients. Shifts are generally two to four hours and center on meal times: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 5:00 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Sisters of the Road Café
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Michael
Phone Number: 503-222-5694 x17
Assist with serving meals, selling meal tickets, and extending hospitality. Volunteers are required to attend one orientation prior to beginning service. Orientations are held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Salvation Army West Women and Children’s Shelter
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Fay Schuler
Phone Number: 503-224-7718
Volunteers are needed to sort donations, serve as children’s aides, help with clerical work, and light maintenance.
Salvation Army Gresham Center for Worship and Service
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Lorrie Marston
E-mail: lorrie.marston@usw.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army Gresham Corps offers family services, youth programs, spiritual programs, and seasonal projects. Volunteers are needed for clerical, maintenance, food donation pick-up and mentoring work.
Salvation Army Tualatin Valley Citadel
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Captain Mario Ruiz
Phone Number: 503-640-4311
E-mail: mario.ruiz@usw.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army Tualatin Valley Citadel offers many social services and youth programs.
Salvation Army Portland Tabernacle Corps
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Denise Casey
Phone Number: 503-239-1224
E-mail: denise.casey@usw.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army Portland Tabernacle Corps offers energy assistance, social service referrals, food assistance, bible study and worship services, as well as summer camps and other programs. Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks.
Salvation Army Moore Street Community and Worship Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Joseph
Phone Number 503-493-3925
The Salvation Army Moore Street Center provides family outreach programs, youth groups, athletic and aquatic programs, computer centers and music lessons. Volunteers are needed to coach sports, mentor, tutor, and provide maintenance and clerical work.
Union Gospel Mission
Hours: Evenings, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Contact: Cheryl
Phone Number: 503-274-4483
Address: 222 NW Couch Street, Portland, Oregon
Assist with the preparation, serving, and cleaning-up of the meal for the homeless.
OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Northwest Portland Ministries
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Kelly Caldwell
Phone Number: 503-221-1224 x105
E-mail: Kelly@nwpm.org
Northwest Portland Ministries, Inc. is an interfaith organization that, in cooperation with neighborhood agencies, strives to meet the needs of Northwest Portland residents.
The Grotto and the Grotto Bookstore
Hours: Jane
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-254-7371
Assist with a variety of tasks at the organization including: data entry, store, etc.
Free Geek
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
E-mail: volunteer@freegeek.org
Address: 1731 SE 10th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help with computer programming, restoring, assisting with classes, and a variety of other programs that this organization offers. Volunteers 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Impact Northwest
Hours: Varied
Contact: Jill Morrow
Phone Number: 503-988-4996 x265
E-Mail: jmorrow@impactnw.org
Impact NW’s mission is to help people achieve and maintain self-sufficiency and to prevent and alleviate the effects of poverty. Impact NW is one of the premier social service providers in Multnomah and Clark Counties, serving over 70,000 children, families, and adults with disabilities annually. Our services are designed to help people improve their quality of life and live independently. A variety of opportunities are available. An application for all opportunities within this organization is available in the CCHS Service Office.
LOCAL PARISHES AND SCHOOLS
Stay in touch with your parish and grade school! Call your parish office for suggestions or projects. Also, look in your parish bulletin for volunteer opportunities.
Updated 10/28/09
