Give Your Time. See Hope Restored.

When you volunteer with Central Union Mission, you don’t just fill a need, you restore hope and dignity to the Washington, DC region.

Participate in Restoration

By giving your time, you bring encouragement and dignity to men, women, and families working to rebuild their lives.

Every meal. Every conversation. Every prayer. It all moves someone closer to a new future.

Program

How It Moves People Forward

Serve a Meal

Serve, and share meals with shelter guests

Distribute Essentials

Organize and distribute groceries, clothing, and hygiene items

Support Mission Operations

Help with mailings, clerical support, and behind-the-scenes logistics

Support Classes and Chapel

Help facilitate classes, recovery groups, or chapel services

Volunteer at Special Events

Join us during holiday drives, celebrations, or community outreach

Group Volunteering

Serve together with your church, school, or business

Donate Goods

Lead a clothing, food, or fundraising drive

Northern Virginia Center

Volunteers needed at Mission: NOVA to help in the food/clothes pantry, teach ESL classes, and serve families at our Arlington location.

Help at Camp Bennett

Prep our family campgrounds with landscaping, painting, or repairs

There’s a Place for You

Whether you come on your own or with a group, your willingness to show up means everything.

What You Need to Know:

What Others
Are Saying

"Serving at the Mission is a hands-on way to love my neighbors in DC and to invite others into knowing the Lord."

Ryan Roegge

"Just handing out a cupcake or glass of water with a smile is an important ministry and brings me much joy. "

Christine Ward

Volunteer

"Serving at Central Union Mission has been a true joy. My experiences here have moved me to be more generous, patient, and understanding with others"

Brooke Roberts