Interested in Volunteering?
If interested in volunteering click the link below to fill out the Volunteer Application or for more information about volunteering at Catholic Charities please contact Jill Walch, Volunteer Coordinator, at jwalch@covingtoncharities.org or 859-581-8974 Ext. 119.
Catholic Charities Volunteer Application (Jail Ministry applicants require this application and a facility application, below, after discussing/meeting with our Jail Ministry Coordinator.)
Catholic Charities Mobile Food Pantry Volunteer Application
Boone County Jail Ministry Facility Application
Campbell County Jail Ministry Facility Application
Kenton County Jail Ministry Facility Application
Mason County Jail Ministry Facility Application
Volunteer Opportunities
"I have been volunteering at Catholic Charities for 13 years. I continue to volunteer because I get more out of it than I give. I have the opportunity to make a small difference in someone’s life and at the same time see God’s hand at work with the outstanding staff." D. R. – Volunteer
Over 600+ volunteers impact our mission by opening their arms and helping our clients achieve their full potential. Catholic Charities’ dedicated volunteers lend a hand and provide hope for changing the lives of over 11,000+ children, women, and men in our Northern Kentucky communities. Without your help, it would be impossible for us to feed the hungry, provide shelter for the homeless, and comfort those in despair. We invite you to activate your faith and help carry out Christ’s mission to help those in need.
Volunteer Receptionist
As the first point of contact for visitors and clients, you’ll warmly welcome everyone who enters the building. Your role includes greeting visitors, making them feel at home, and answering phone calls for the Catholic Charities staff.
Administrative Support and Pre-Service
Assist with client services by processing payments, making phone calls, and helping clients complete forms, among other tasks. Flexible scheduling is available.
Business Office Support
Proficient in data entry with a basic understanding of accounting principles and a strong willingness to learn.
Parish Kitchen Team
Assist in preparing meals at Parish Kitchen on weekdays or weekends from 7:30 to 9:00 AM.
Pickett's Corner
Bicycle Clinic Support - Join us for a bicycle repair clinic held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Parish Kitchen, located at 1561 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. No prior bike repair skills are necessary, but Virtus training is required.
Volunteer Bike Mechanics - Assist with bike repairs on donated bicycles from the comfort of your home. No Virtus training is required.
Mobile Food Pantry
The Mobile Pantry offers supplemental food to those in food deserts within the Diocese of Covington. We need volunteers to help at host locations and assist those receiving food in various capacities!
Special Event Support
Whether you’re a party goer or a party thrower we welcome your help.
Reach and Teach (Seasonal)
Specifically for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Make a difference by spending one hour a week October-April mentoring a local grade/middle school mentee.
Adopt-A-Family for Christmas (Seasonal)
Provide a Merry Christmas to a family struggling with socioeconomic circumstances.
Food Drive & Personal Essentials Drive
Organized and passionate about helping? This opportunity is for you. Perfect for groups and schools!
Parish Partners
Communicate our mission to your parish and help organize volunteers in times of need through your parish community outreach.
Jail Ministry Program
Prayer/Scripture Ministry
Meet in the detention centers with a group of inmates at a prescribed time in the evenings. Lead or assist with Scripture reading, prayers, and discussion with the inmates about our Faith. If you are leading it requires some preparation time such as selecting readings/prayers, printing out materials to read and being prepared to discuss your thoughts on the readings/prayers. Volunteers don’t need to attend every week. However, it is imperative that volunteers are open to commit to visit the jail on a specific schedule to ensure that the men and women who want to hear the Word of God can count on someone being present during the scheduled time period.
MRT Classes
MRT Volunteer Opportunity
Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) aims to transform thought processes and decision-making related to addiction and criminal behavior. It combines psychological practices to address egocentric behaviors, enhance moral reasoning, and foster positive identity. Volunteers will meet with a designated group of inmates at the Kenton County Detention Center on Thursday afternoons. You will either lead or assist in facilitating the MRT curriculum, with each participant using a workbook throughout the five-month program. While weekly attendance is not mandatory, we do require at least two volunteers to be present each week. To facilitate the class, you must complete a 3.5-day online training course, which is covered by Catholic Charities/Kenton County Detention Center.
Family & Friends of Incarcerated Support Group
Support Group for Families of the Incarcerated
Join us for monthly meetings with the relatives and friends of those who are incarcerated. This group offers a supportive space to share feelings and experiences. Occasionally, a representative from the Department of Corrections will attend to provide valuable information for family members. Meetings take place at the Catholic Charities office.