Volunteer Central

*Register as an individual for one volunteer; any number larger than one is a group registration.

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 96763
Washington, DC  20090-6763


Men's Shelter

65 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 745-7118

Parking: There is very limited parking on our lot, but if a space is available you are welcome to it! There is metered parking on G Street and Mass Ave. Paid parking is available at Union Station (5 blocks from us) and at the Walmart on H Street (2 blocks from us).

View Opportunities Here

Mission Muffins

65 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 745-7118

Parking: There is very limited parking on our lot, but if a space is available you are welcome to it! There is metered parking on G Street and Mass Ave. Paid parking is available at Union Station (5 blocks from us) and at the Walmart on H Street (2 blocks from us).

View Opportunities Here


Comprehensive Family Resource Center

Comprehensive Family Resource Center
3194 Bladensburg Rd. NE Suite B
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 745-7118 (ext. 500)
(Driveway is between the Popeye's & Auto Collision Center)

View Opportunities Here

Music and Arts Volunteers

The Mission welcomes a variety of individuals and ensembles who provide uplifting spiritual and inspirational performances including:

  • Choral Performances
  • Instrumental performances
  • Poetry Readings
  • Dramatic Readings
  • Theatrical Performances
View Opportunities Here

Mission: NOVA

5401 7th Rd. S.,
Arlington, VA, 22204 

We’re seeking bilingual volunteers to lead computer classes and more. We’ll provide the curriculum. We are also looking for greeters.

View Opportunities Here


Camp Bennett

20501 Georgia Avenue,
Brookville, MD 20833 

View Opportunities Here


Administrative Headquarters

6811 Kenilworth Avenue, 6th Floor(600B)
Riverdale, MD 20737 

Help out with administrative tasks.

View Opportunities Here



Volunteers - Does your employer recognize your time spent as a volunteer at Central Union Mission?

Many employers will make a donation to match time you spend as a volunteer with a matching donation.

For more information click here. 

Events

This page lists all volunteer opportunities for groups at all of our locations. To view specific locations, click here, or use the sub-navigation bar above. 

IMPORTANT: In order to register to volunteer for any event, you need to have a Volunteer Central Account: Getting Started


Upcoming events

    • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, August 26, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Meal donation during kitchen remodeling and reparations. (Kitchen CLOSED)

    Fourth Presbyterian= 150 bags

    • Wednesday, August 27, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, August 28, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Meal donation during kitchen remodeling and reparations. (Kitchen CLOSED)

    150 bags=Fourth Presbyterian

    • Thursday, August 28, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Thursday, August 28, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, August 29, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, August 29, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, August 29, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, August 29, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Providing administrative assistance and greeting community members seeking programs and services.

    Afternoon Shift 1pm-5pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 02, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 6
    Register
    Help sort & organize clothing and household donations.

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 3-6 volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 02, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 02, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, September 02, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, September 03, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Wednesday, September 03, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, September 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Meal donation during kitchen remodeling and reparations. (Kitchen CLOSED)

    150 bags=McLean Presbyterian Church group 

    • Thursday, September 04, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 05, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, September 05, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 05, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Monday, September 08, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 1

    Assist with administrative tasks including looking up community resources, filing, and following up with clients.

    Contact: Christine Young (cyoung@missiondc.org)

    Requirements
     Ages 18+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 1 volunteer

    • Monday, September 08, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, September 08, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 09, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 09, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, September 09, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, September 11, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Thursday, September 11, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 12, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, September 12, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 12, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Saturday, September 13, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0

    Meal donation during kitchen remodeling and reparations. (Kitchen CLOSED)

    Talya Barnett-150 bags

    • Monday, September 15, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, September 15, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Wednesday, September 17, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Providing administrative assistance and greeting community members seeking programs and services.

    Morning Shift 9am-1pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, September 17, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, September 18, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with making clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA. 

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Thursday, September 18, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Thursday, September 18, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, September 18, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 2

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Friday, September 19, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194 B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 5
    Register

    Prepare grocery bags, assist with check-in, Bingo activities.

    MAXIMUM five [5] adult age (18-+ years old) volunteers

    • Friday, September 19, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, September 19, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 19, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Monday, September 22, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, September 22, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 2
    Help sort & organize clothing and household donations.

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 3-6 volunteers

    • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 6
    Register
    Help sort & organize clothing and household donations.

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 3-6 volunteers

    • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, September 25, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Thursday, September 25, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Thursday, September 25, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, September 25, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 4

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Friday, September 26, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, September 26, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, September 26, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Saturday, September 27, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, September 29, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, September 29, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, October 01, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, October 02, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Thursday, October 02, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, October 02, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 3
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Friday, October 03, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, October 03, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, October 03, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Saturday, October 04, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, October 06, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with making clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA. 

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Monday, October 06, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, October 06, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, October 06, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, October 07, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, October 07, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, October 07, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, October 08, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Wednesday, October 08, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, October 09, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, October 10, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, October 10, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, October 10, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Monday, October 13, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    • 15 high school students from Herning Gymnasium in Denmark for a Mission tour and orientation discussion.  Accompanied by adult guardians.



    • Monday, October 13, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Monday, October 13, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, October 14, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Tuesday, October 14, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Tuesday, October 14, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Wednesday, October 15, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Thursday, October 16, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Thursday, October 16, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, October 17, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Morning Shift 9:30am-12pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Friday, October 17, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 8
    Register

    Providing assistance to help  with sorting, folding and bagging clothing donations to distribute to guests. 

    Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Volunteers under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into Mission: NOVA. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    ·         Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.



    • Friday, October 17, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • 5401 7th Rd. S., Arlington, VA 22204
    • 1
    Register

    Providing assistance to help bring food deliveries into facility, prepare bags, and distribute to guests. Must be comfortable with lifting and moving heavy boxes up stairs.

    Afternoon Shift 12pm-3:00pm

    One adult age (18+ years old) volunteer

    • Saturday, October 18, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 2
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, October 20, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Monday, October 20, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, October 21, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Wednesday, October 22, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, October 23, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register

    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA. 

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Friday, October 24, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194 B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 5
    Register

    Prepare grocery bags, assist with check-in, Bingo activities.

    MAXIMUM five [5] adult age (18-+ years old) volunteers

    • Monday, October 27, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    VOLUNTEERS MUST ARRIVE BY 6:00PM!

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Volunteers will pack all of the boxes for our annual Donor Christmas Gift Boxes

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Thursday, October 30, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 1-10 volunteers

    • Thursday, October 30, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 3
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Saturday, November 01, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, November 03, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, November 05, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Friday, November 07, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    • 9:30am-11:30am– volunteer activities at the Men’s Shelter include upkeep in our overnight guest facilities on the 2nd Fl., which includes disinfecting mattresses, making beds, folding towels, and sheets, sweeping, dusting, and vacuuming. Ages 12+ welcome (minor age volunteers, ages 12-17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult guardian). No personal items. (There is no locker.) Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Minimum eight (8) volunteers; maximum 15 volunteers

    Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older to serve. Persons under the age of 12 are ineligible for entry into the Mission. Assignments will be age appropriate, and those under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

    Groups of youth volunteers (18 and under) must be supervised by at least one adult per every four youth, and at least 2 adults per group.


    • Monday, November 10, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 4
    Register
    Assist with preparing and distributing food carts to community participants

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 2-4 volunteers

    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 8
    Register
    Help sort & organize clothing and household donations.

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.


    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, November 13, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 1-10 volunteers

    • Monday, November 17, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, November 18, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 2
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Tuesday, November 18, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Friday, November 21, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 3194 B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 5
    Register

    Prepare grocery bags, assist with check-in, Bingo activities.

    MAXIMUM five [5] adult age (18-+ years old) volunteers

    • Monday, November 24, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with preparing clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Monday, November 24, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, November 26, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Monday, December 01, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, December 03, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 2

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, December 04, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with making clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA. 

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 10 volunteers

    • Friday, December 05, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 3
    Register
    Help clean the facility. Dust, mop, and sanitize surfaces, floors, and walls. Assist with keeping the building orderly, welcoming, and safe

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum 1-3 volunteers

    • Saturday, December 06, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, December 08, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, December 10, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 4

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Wednesday, December 10, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Thursday, December 11, 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington DC 20001
    • 0

    Capital City Symphony  Performance

    Schedule

    5:30pm: Musicians Arrive/Register

    5:45pm-6:15pm: REHEARSAL

    6:15pm-6:30pm: Guests Seated

    6:30-7:30: PERFORMANCE

    7:30-pm-8:00pm:  Musicians Depart



    • Monday, December 15, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Monday, December 15, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Tuesday, December 16, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 3
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Saturday, December 20, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 4
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission Lunch in kitchen and dining hall.

    Maximum four (4) volunteers

    • Monday, December 22, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 3194B Bladensburg Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20018
    • 10
    Register
    Assist with making clothing bags for our newest location in Arlington, VA. 

    Requirements
     Ages 12+ welcome.
    No personal items. (There is no locker.)
    Dress code is casual, but appropriate.

    Maximum10 volunteers

    • Monday, December 22, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

    • Wednesday, December 24, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 1
    Register

    Help prep and serve  Mission dinner in kitchen and dining hall.


    • Monday, December 29, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 65 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20001
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Volunteers must arrive by 6:00pm.

    Special opportunities for volunteers to serve the Mission in a mighty and meaningful way!

    Since all work takes place in the Mission kitchen or the bakery, no minors may be scheduled.

    MAXIMUM: Four (4)  adult age (18+ years old) volunteers

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