Volunteering at The City Mission
Serve, Learn, & Grow with Us
Becoming a Volunteer
The first step for all our volunteers is attending a Prospective Volunteer Introduction. The "PVI" is a brief overview of The City Mission and the volunteer opportunities we have available. It's a great chance for you to meet our staff face-to-face, learn about the volunteer experience that is the best fit for you, and see how your commitment can impact the lives of men, women and children in crisis. Please click on "Sign Up for a PVI" to reserve your spot for one of the PVI dates below.
Click Here for 2019 PVI Dates *Groups do not need to attend a PVI, please complete the Service Project Request Form below.
How Volunteers Made a Difference in 2018
Urgent Need Positions:
The City Mission Associate Board -- For the first time ever we are beginning an Associate Board in the fall of 2019. If you're an emerging leader in Cleveland or know someone who would be a good fit to champion our mission, visit our Associate Board page to learn more.
Crossroads Positions -- We're especially in need of volunteers for Pre-program Labs, Client Safety Support, Day Room Mentor, Basketball Mentor, 7 Keys Teacher & Crossroads Fun.
Adopt a Day Out of School in Pathways – Adult Groups (5-15 volunteers) come to provide crafts, snacks, activities and fun for our school-age children on days out of school and during Summer Break from 9-11:30am and/or 12:45 - 2:30pm. Click here for 2019-2020 days off of school. And when you're ready to sign up, fill out our Done-in-a-Day form!
What Does it Mean to Volunteer with Us?
Positions by Program
Crossroads
Position & Times Available
Faith & Finances Ally - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-11:30am. Click here to learn more.
Pre-Program Labs - Positions available Mon-Fri 1-3pm
Meal Provider (Group) - Meal Times (Available 7 days a week)
7 Keys Teacher - Tuesday/Thursday 10-11:30am
Warehouse Assistants - Positions available Mon-Fri anytime between 9am-4pm
Day Room Mentor - Flexible day & evening hours
Support Group Leader - Friday from 7-8pm
Client Safety Support - ALL days 3-6pm or 6-9pm
Fun Leader (Group) - Evening hours or weekends
Basketball Mentor - Positions available Mon-Fri 4-5:30pm
Crossroads Prayer Team - Flexible day & evening hours
Main Campus Administrative Assistant - Positions available Mon-Fri 10-2 (Flexible Hours)
Laura's Home
Position & Times Available
Library Services - Mon-Fri between 10am-4pm
Meal Provider (Group) - Meal Time (Available 7 days a week)
Childcare Assistant (Individual) - Mon-Fri 9-11:30am and 1-2:30pm
Clothing Room - Flexible Day & Evening Hours
Administrative Assistant - Positions available Mon-Fri anytime between 10am-4pm
Front Desk Support - All Days 3-6pm and 6-9pm
Beauty Salon Services - Weekdays 2-5pm for licensed cosmetologists
Pathways
Position & Times Available
Homework Club Assistant - Mon-Thurs 3-5:00pm
Teen Club Assistant - Monday 6:00-7:30pm
Adopt a Day - Winter, Spring or Summer Break or Day Off
Inmate Outreach Services
Position & Times Available
Correspondence Chaplains - M-F 8:30-4:30pm (Flexible hours)
Administration
Position & Times Available
Archivist - Flexible weekday hours
Friends of The Mission - As needed for phone calls/thank you notes
Volunteer FAQs
I'm interested in a one-time service opportunity.*For Group Service Projects, only group leader needs to apply.Please inquire 6-9 weeks before the intended date of service through our form above. Fill out our Service Project Request Form to get started.
Done in a Day Projects – painting, cleaning, organizing or landscaping projects at our Main Campus or Laura’s Home
Crossroads Fun – Men’s groups to come and provide crafts, snacks, activities and fun opportunities for the men at Crossroads on weekends or evenings (ie. Watch a ball game, bring games or cards, tournaments, etc.)
Adopt a Day Out of School in Pathways – Adult Groups (5-15 volunteers) come to provide crafts, snacks, activities and fun for our school-age children on days out of school and during Summer Break from 9-11:30am and/or 12:45 - 2:30pm. Click here for 2019-2020 days off of school. And when you're ready to sign up, fill out our Done-in-a-Day form!
Meal Providing – supplying, preparing and serving a meal at Laura’s Home or Crossroads (Handbooks available below)
Crossroads Dining Room Handbook. Laura's Home Dining Room Handbook
Back to School Bash - Saturday, August 3rd, 2019 10am - 1pm. Volunteer or host a game or activity table at the event.
Trunk or Treat - Decorate your vehicle and pass out candy at Laura's Home on Saturday, October 26th, 2019 from 5pm - 8pm
Christmas Fair – Saturday, December 14th, 2019 from 9am - 12:30pm. Volunteer or host a game or activity table at the event.
Note: You must be at least 18 years old to apply for any of the positions listed above. However, we accept minors to serve with an approved chaperone. Only the Adult Chaperone needs to complete a volunteer application process.
I need to log my volunteer hours.
If you served recently and forgot to log-in at our volunteer computers, you can access your volunteer profile below by clicking here.
Can I view the volunteer handbook to see what is expected of a volunteer before I attend a PVI?
Sure! We want to give you the best picture of what it looks like to volunteer at the Mission before you commit. View the volunteer handbook here.
