Volunteer

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Give the Gift of Your Time

There are many ways to serve your neighbors in need through Catholic Community Services. Please consider pursuing one of our exciting volunteer opportunities to champion the positive development of children and adults, strengthen families and build community.

To learn about the many volunteer opportunities at CCS, please contact Heidi Frederick at (503) 856-7041 or [email protected].

Verna, Centenarian, Mission Benedict volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

St. Joseph Family Shelter

Do you have or want experience supporting children and families in difficult circumstances? The Exchange Club Parent Aide Volunteer Program helps volunteers develop supportive relationships with families to strengthen parent-child relationships, build parenting skills, reduce stress and increase child safety.

Mission Benedict

Mission Benedict in Mount Angel recently celebrated its 30th anniversary.  The mission serves more than 2,000 people needing food or other urgent assistance annually. Volunteers gather weekly to sort and organize food and other items to help families who come during open hours.

Annual Luncheon

Give the gift of your time and enthusiasm as a table host at our Annual Fundraising Luncheon.
St. Joseph Family Shelter
Annual Luncheon

Our Stories

Read the stories of people in your community being helped. See all our stories.

Marlene’s Story

Marlene’s Story

Mar 14, 2022 |

Pictured above:  Marlene (right) and Randi, her Personal Support Worker.     “No matter what is going on in her life, Marlene will greet you with a smile and make you feel as though you are part of her family.”  -- Angela Dionne  Over the last 20 years,...

Bob Gooley Wins Legacy of Life Award

Bob Gooley Wins Legacy of Life Award

Nov 30, 2021 |

 Legacy of Life Award recipient Bob Gooley has been a part of the Father Taaffe Homes program for over 15 years. He has participated as a member of his local Knights of Columbus council as well as serving many hours as a volunteer. Bob joined the Father Taaffe...