Volunteer Ministries
Changing our communities and the world.
UCC Volunteer Engagement is part of the Global
H.O.P.E. Team.
Groups and individuals can connect with U.S. host
sites and access preparation and post-service
commitment materials.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
The latest Partner in Service and mission trip opportunities are listed below.
Get Involved
Partners in Service
Partners in Service coordinates a volunteer, a nonprofit site of service, and the National Setting as a three-part engagement in service. The program increases the service capacity of the partner host organizations, provides leadership development and the opportunity for volunteers to use gifts and skills.
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Mission Trip Opportunities
Short-term, intensive volunteer experiences for groups. Explore Disaster Recovery Mission Trips, Service-Learning Mission Trips and Justice Immersion Experiences.
Latest Volunteer Stories & Videos
I will never forget Tuck
Being an intern at QC Family Tree via Summer Communities of Service has been one of the most…
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When I first decided to join Summer Communities of Service (SCOS), I must admit that I was wary. I…
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I must admit, my SCOS internship experience started off rocky. I was emotional, homesick,…
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New CWS Period Packs, Backpacks are UCC Match Grant-eligible
Church World Service has two new Kits: Welcome Backpacks and Period (Menstrual Hygiene) Packs. And UCC congregations assembling them and all other CWS Kits may apply to the UCC for $250 Match Grants. The grant is to help them stretch their own contributions of these essential supplies.
Fellowship Programs
Summer Service Learning Fellowships for Young Adults
This is a leadership development program for young adults aged 19 and above. It focuses on intersecting faith communities, service and justice advocacy.
Young Adult Service Fellowships
Academic year length leadership development programs for young adults aged 21-35. Fellowships are sponsored by UCC congregations and Volunteer Ministries and provide unique opportunities to gain pre-professional experience in humanitarian and social justice agencies.
Questions?
Please contact Danielle Hickman directly at (hickmand@ucc.org), for more information.