Mercy Volunteer Corps
Goal of Program: In partnership with the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, members of Mercy Volunteer Corps (MVC) enter into relationship with people who are experiencing injustices, in any form. In a spirit of mutuality, volunteers cultivate mercy and justice in the world by embracing compassionate service, social justice, spiritual growth, and a simple lifestyle in community.
Placement Type: Positions available in homeless and community outreach, peace and justice advocacy, immigration and refugee services, legal work, elderly outreach, counseling, rural and urban agriculture, women and children services, teaching (elementary, high school, special education), campus ministry, tutoring (GED, adult literacy), after school programs, healthcare (nursing), therapy (physical, occupational, speech), and volunteer coordination.
Program Categories
Countries Served: Guyana; United States
States Served: CA; GA; MD; OH; PA; TX; VT
Living arrangement: In community with other volunteers
Length of service: 1-3 Months; Summer Program; 9-12 Months; 1-2 Years
Financial arrangement: Room and Board; Stipend; Medical Insurance; Transportation; Loan Deferment/Forbearance
Age Preference: 18-20; 21-30; 31-54; 55 and over
Marital Status preference: Accepts Married couples without dependents
Visa requirement: Accepts applicants from outside the U.S. who secure their own visas
Language(s) Used in Placements: Spanish
Education Preference: High School diploma; Trade school degree; 2-year degree; 4-year degree; Advanced degree
Religious Community: Program is affiliated with a women’s religious community
Gender preference: Accepts All Genders
Accepts Group Opportunities: Program accepts School/Parish groups for short-term opportunities
Accessible Housing: Program does not have accessible housing/placements for volunteers with physical disabilities
Urgent Opportunity Listing
Serve with Mercy Volunteer Corps in Baltimore!
Posted By: Mercy Volunteer Corps
Countries: United States
States: MD
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Open Date: 10/10/2025
Close Date: 06/19/2026
Description: Marian House is a women-centered program co-sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and the School Sisters of Notre Dame. They provide a safe, sober, and loving environment that challenges women to respect and love themselves, confront emotional and socioeconomic barriers, and transition to stable and independent lives. A volunteer is needed to serve as a Family Program Assistant, providing a supportive presence to residents and their children through assisting with case management, co-facilitating groups, planning programming and events and providing childcare support during women’s groups.
Serve Women and Children in Cincinnati!
Posted By: Mercy Volunteer Corps
Countries: United States
States: OH
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Open Date: 10/10/2025
Close Date: 06/19/2026
Description: Lydia’s House offers support to single mothers (ages 18-30) experiencing housing instability to connect them to housing; pertinent documents and government services; meaningful educational or employment opportunities; and a supportive community of women to help them walk through difficult times. Accompaniment and community are at the heart of this ministry. Two volunteers are needed to serve as a case manager and a daycare teacher. The case manager welcomes and orients new guests; accompanies guests to various appointments and helps them navigate governmental systems; and maintains the household by assisting with cleaning and cooking. The daycare teacher supports the lead teacher in daily classroom activities; engages children in play-based learning, story time, and creative activities; and encourages children’s social-emotional development.
Advocate for Peace in Cincinnati!
Posted By: Mercy Volunteer Corps
Countries: United States
States: OH
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Open Date: 10/10/2025
Close Date: 06/19/2026
Description: Ignite Peace mobilizes individuals and organizations throughout the city to take action for systemic change and equips them with practical skills, knowledge, and resources to build a culture of nonviolence and anti-racism. Ignite Peace focuses its education and advocacy efforts on four core issues – criminal justice, immigration justice, anti-racism and nonviolence. The volunteer will serve as a program assistant as part of a collaborative team. The volunteer will advance their expertise in peace and nonviolence practices through training; facilitate education sessions on nonviolence and anti-racism; research and design informational materials on the core issues; plan programs, rallies, and prayer services; and engage with various collaborating groups.