Get Involved Volunteer

Get Involved Volunteer

"Join our mission, become a volunteer and make a difference today!"
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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are an essential part of the ministry here at the Modesto Gospel Mission. We could not have helped the poor and homeless for over 75 years if it were not for the help of volunteers. Last year alone we were blessed with 14,000 hours of elbow grease even at minimum wage this is a powerful $112,000.00 of real help. No matter how you wish to volunteer, there is a place for you at the Mission!
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
  1. Regular Volunteer

    You can commit to a specific regular time volunteer position.

  2. On-Call Volunteer

    For those special projects and events.

  3. Group Volunteers

    Schools, business, and other groups enjoy volunteering together.

  4. Collection Drives & Benefits Volunteer

    Some prefer to organize drives or benefits for food, clothing, and supplies.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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VOLUNTEER FAQ
Find answers to common questions about the Modesto Gospel Mission.

The first step to becoming a volunteer is to create an account through VolunteerHub. Simply sign up using the VolunteerHub link listed on this page and complete your account registration to get started. If you have any questions or need assistance with the signup process, please contact Emma, our Volunteer Coordinator, at volunteer@mymission.org or 209-303-3336. She would be happy to help you get started and answer any questions you may have.

Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while serving. This helps ensure a safe and positive experience for all volunteers.

The Modesto Gospel Mission does a background check on anyone volunteering at the Mission's Youth Center that is 18 years old or older. The Mission also conducts a Megan’s Law check on all volunteers. The background check process can take a couple of days or a couple of weeks depending on the person and their background. If an individual has lived outside of California, the background check will take longer to process than someone who has lived at the same residence for the past 7 years.

Typical volunteer shifts range from 1 to 3 hours. Some special events require more in certain cases.

The Mission's dress code for volunteers includes: no tank tops, sleeveless shirts, or low-cut blouses/shirts; shorts, skirts, or dresses must be knee-length (knee exposed is acceptable); no tight fitting clothing; shoes are required, and no open-toe shoes or sandals are allowed while performing duties; neat and clean clothing is suggested, and slacks/jeans and blouse/shirt would be considered appropriate attire for volunteer assignments. Hairnets are required when serving in the kitchen and will be provided to all volunteers (you may bring a hat to wear instead of a hairnet).

Jr. high, high school, and college student credits are recognized at the Mission. Each school requires different details for verification, and the student wishing to receive credit for volunteering should check with their school for further instructions and information.

No prior experience is necessary in order to be a volunteer. Any training necessary for a volunteer position at the Mission is provided at the time of service.

Yes! Families and friends are welcome to volunteer together. Each person can create a VolunteerHub account and sign up for the same volunteer shift so you can serve alongside one another. For larger families or groups, please email our Volunteer Coordinator at emma@mymission.org to coordinate a day and time for your group to volunteer together and help serve a meal. We would be happy to help arrange a meaningful volunteer experience for your group.

Yes. You can change or cancel a scheduled shift through your VolunteerHub account. To cancel a shift, log in to VolunteerHub and navigate to My Schedule. You will see the shifts you have signed up for. Click on the shift you wish to cancel, then select Cancel Registration. VolunteerHub will ask you to confirm your cancellation. Once confirmed, you will be removed from that volunteer event. If you need assistance, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for help.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact our Volunteer Coordinator Emma Albers at  209.225.2907 or email volunteer@mymission.org