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.

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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