Volunteer Opportunities in Baltimore, MD
Make a difference and impact lives with The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC). We organize meaningful volunteer opportunities in Baltimore, MD, for retirees who want to serve people in need or build lasting relationships with the community through spiritual growth.
IVC Baltimore connects volunteers with non-profits that need experienced and talented people. IVC finds the right match in the area and promotes living with a greater purpose. Help us uplift our neighbors in Baltimore by getting involved.
Our corps members are united by a desire to give back to the Baltimore community. Our talent pool is filled with people just like you: retirees, empty-nesters, part-time workers, or those transitioning careers, and they’re all united by the ability to support others and their families.
We serve through trusted organizations that provide support to families, seniors, and those experiencing poverty and homelessness. Our work aligns with IVC’s mission to serve the common good through faith. All of our non-profit volunteers abide by dignity, service, and social justice.
IVC members repeatedly say that they get back so much more than they give, from those they serve and from prayer and fellowship in their IVC community. You can help with food pantries, housing assistance, educational support, or administrative help. There’s something for everyone.
Raven Wilkins,
Regional Director
740 N Calvert St # 500
Baltimore MD 21202-3622
410-752-4686
baltimore@ivcusa.org
How We Serve in Baltimore, MD
Diverse in their professional backgrounds, our corps members share one very meaningful thing in common – the desire to make an impact in retirement, together in community.
At IVC Baltimore, we partner with a wide range of local nonprofit organizations that rely on dedicated volunteers to keep doing their essential work. Our corps members have supported:
- Homeless shelters and housing services
- Refugee and immigrant support groups
- Schools and youth mentoring programs
- Senior services and healthcare ministries
- Environmental justice initiatives
Join us for behind-the-scenes support or direct interaction. IVC will help you find a service role where you can make a difference. Specific, professional training isn’t needed, just a willingness to serve others and grow. IVC brings volunteers with experience, dedication, and compassion to help those in need.
How to Get Involved with the Ignatian Volunteer Corps
Joining IVC Baltimore is a thoughtful and supported process designed to help you make the most of your service.We’ll be with you every step of the way. To get involved, follow these steps:- Reach Out: Fill out our interest form or contact our Regional Director to start the conversation.
- Discern: Through conversation, we’ll learn about your background, interests, and availability, and discern a match for you with a nonprofit that needs your help.
- Start Serving: Upon acceptance to the program, you can serve one or two days a week, making a consistent impact while enjoying flexibility.
- Reflect and Grow: Join our community gatherings to connect, reflect, and deepen your experience.
Request IVC for Your Nonprofit
IVC Baltimore partners with nonprofit agencies throughout the Baltimore Metro Region, working with people experiencing poverty and marginalization. IVC members serve entirely voluntarily.
Our members volunteers are committed, mature adults who volunteer bring valuable skills to the organizations they serve. Whether you need help with tutoring, office support, outreach, or case management, we can connect you with someone who truly wants to make a difference.
If your agency would like to explore a partnership, please contact the IVC Baltimore Region Director.
Why Choose IVC Baltimore?
IVC isn’t just an opportunity to serve—it’s a community rooted in purpose and faith. In addition to their service, corps members gather each month for reflection and prayer, with the option of one-on-one spiritual support. This Ignatian approach to service—finding God in all things—sets IVC apart from other opportunities.
By bringing professional and life experience to their service, corps members strengthen nonprofit partners and help create a more just society. Many members tell us they receive even more than they give, finding deep meaning in both their service and their shared community.
Here’s what makes IVC unique in Baltimore:
- Thoughtful Matching: We take time to know you and our nonprofit partners to ensure a placement that aligns with your skills, passions, and values.
- Experienced Members: Corps members bring a lifetime of professional and personal experience, adding real value to the organizations they serve.
- Spiritual Growth: Monthly reflection gatherings and retreats, rooted in Ignatian spirituality, help connect service with deeper meaning.
- Dependable Commitment: Members serve one or two days a week for a full academic year, providing consistency partner organizations can count on.
- Community Connection: You’ll join a welcoming group of peers who share your commitment to service, reflection, and justice.
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Experience Making a Difference in Baltimore
Whether you’re looking to give back in retirement or seeking experienced volunteers for your nonprofit, IVC Baltimore is here to help you serve with purpose. Join a compassionate, faith-driven community committed to social justice and spiritual growth.
Start your journey today and transform lives, including your own.
Contact IVC Baltimore Today