Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.

Through thousands of human service programs, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 2...
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Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.

Through thousands of human service programs, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 2 million people in over 400 communities in 44 states. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, men and women returning from prison, homeless individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those recovering from addictions. Our work touches the mind, body, heart — and ultimately the spirit — of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.
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Supporting and empowering millions of people in need requires a tightly knit network with a common goal. With 38 offices covering more than 400 communities, our ministry of service extends across the country to help those who need us most reach their full potential.

Our services...
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Supporting and empowering millions of people in need requires a tightly knit network with a common goal. With 38 offices covering more than 400 communities, our ministry of service extends across the country to help those who need us most reach their full potential.

Our services include:

Children, Youth & Families

Community Enhancement

Corrections

Developmental Disability

Elderly

Emergency Services

Employment & Training

Health Care

Homeless

Housing

Mental Health

Substance Abuse

Veterans

Effectiveness, quality and longevity are hallmarks of our programs. Caring, compassion and commitment are the hallmarks of our staff and volunteers.
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Volunteers of America and the Major League Baseball Players Trust teamed up in 2002 to encourage high school students to get involved in their communities and help those in need. Action Teams, composed of Major League baseball players and area high school students who are selected to be Team...
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Volunteers of America and the Major League Baseball Players Trust teamed up in 2002 to encourage high school students to get involved in their communities and help those in need. Action Teams, composed of Major League baseball players and area high school students who are selected to be Team Captains, work together to deliver an important message to students — volunteering is cool, fun and personally rewarding! To date, 17,000 high school volunteers have helped more than 70,000 people in their communities.

Teens work through their local school districts to recruit other teens to volunteer in projects developed by Volunteers of America’s local offices. Action Team members help others — whether it’s out in the community or inside the classroom.

Community projects vary in each location but may include:

Sorting and distributing new books to low-income children
Reading to children and assisting teachers in day care and Head Start programs
Serving meals at homeless shelters and senior centers
Working at activities and events in Volunteers of America’s affordable housing facilities
Collecting food, clothing, gifts and other needed items
Hosting holiday activities
Participating in other appropriate projects — either single events or ongoing opportunities
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