Opportunities From: Catholic Charities Dallas

Use your artistic skills to inspire and uplift others! We are seeking volunteer art instructors to lead creative activities for residents at our St. Jude Forest Center. Art provides a meaningful outlet to build social connections, reduce anxiety, and explore self-expression in a supportive setting. Volunteers will work with residents ages 55 and older.

What You’ll Do:

Teach and lead group art activities using a variety of creative mediums.

Provide encouragement, guidance, and consistency to help residents learn and grow.

Create a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters creativity and connection.

Engage positively with residents while supporting their artistic expression.

What Makes a Successful Volunteer?

Patient, kind, and willing to listen.

Compassionate and respectful toward individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Enjoys engaging with older adults in a group setting.

Additional Information

Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling; staff will coordinate based on your availability

Age Requirement: 21 years and older

Experience: Art teaching or artistic experience preferred. Art supplies provided!

St. Jude Center Vantage Point is located west of Greenville Ave and south of Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway. It houses 136 residents aged 18 and older. We are seeking dedicated volunteers to support and enrich the lives of our residents through various roles.

Available Volunteer Roles:

Event Support Volunteer
As an Event Support Volunteer, you will have the exciting opportunity to plan and assist with events for our residents. You will help with events such as monthly birthday parties, Bingo nights, movie nights, and holiday parties. Your responsibilities may include:

Event setup Game hosting Event teardown

Front Desk Volunteer
When assisting at the front desk at St. Jude Center Vantage Point, you will be responsible for:

Monitoring who gains access to the building Greeting visitors and checking them in and out Answering phone calls Filing and organizing

Enrichment Workshop Volunteer
Do you have a special talent or craft you’d like to share? We are looking for volunteers to lead workshops that will enrich our residents' experience. Whether it’s Zumba, sewing, or teaching how to prepare a 30-minute meal, you can share your passion and skills with our community.

Qualities Needed: Willingness to listen, show patience, and demonstrate kindness Ability to take direction well and work independently or in pairs Comfortable working with clients who may exhibit varying behaviors and attitudes Why Volunteer with Us? Make a Difference: Help transform the lives of formerly homeless individuals. Diverse Opportunities: Choose a volunteer role that fits your interests and skills. Build Community: Create meaningful connections with residents and fellow volunteers. Share Your Passion: Lead workshops that inspire and educate.

Use your barbering skills to make a meaningful difference! We are seeking volunteers to provide free haircuts to residents of our supportive housing community. A fresh haircut can boost confidence, promote dignity, and help individuals feel their best as they work toward stability and self-sufficiency.

What You'll Do: Provide basic haircuts to residents in need. Create a welcoming and supportive environment for clients. Engage in positive conversations and build community connections. Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace following hygiene guidelines. What Makes a Successful Volunteer? Compassionate and respectful toward individuals from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Comfortable working with individuals facing housing instability. Additional Information Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling,License: Must provide a valid Valid Texas barber or cosmetology license Supplies: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own tools.