The Dorothy Day Hospitality House is staffed exclusively by volunteers. Therefore, we are always looking for individuals and groups who enjoy making a difference. Volunteering at the House provides opportunities for meeting and working with many interesting and wonderful people in a warm environment. Whatever talents or gifts you or your group have to offer, we look forward to meeting and working with you. An individual or group can volunteer at the Dorothy Day Hospitality House once a month or more, as it fits one's schedule.
If you are interested in volunteering for either of these roles, please send an email with your name and your area of interest to our volunteer coordinators.
We will be sure to get back to you shortly. Thank you for your consideration!
** Please note: front desk volunteers must be at least 18 years old. **
We have two opportunities for volunteers.
Front Desk Volunteer: In this role, volunteers manage guest registrations, mingle with our guests, provide hospitality to the homeless, and help our guests with other needs. We need volunteers to help us at least every other week at the front desk during our current daily shifts:
7-9:30 am: Morning shift
4-7 pm: Afternoon shift
7-9:30 pm: Evening shift
Cooking Volunteers: Each night, volunteers prepare, serve, and clean up a dinner meal for aproximately 15-20 guests. This is usually done by groups of two or more people. Kids are welcome in this role with parents. You can call our cooking coordinator at
507-258-3963.