Volunteer Opportunities in New York
The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) invites you to give back in a meaningful way. IVC offers volunteer opportunities in New York for adults over 50, serving across the five boroughs, Westchester, and surrounding areas. Our programs are geared toward adults over 50, retirees, or people looking for a change in pace or exploring new areas in life, matching volunteers based on skills and experience with nonprofit organizations that need compassionate, consistent support.
You’ll serve one or two days per week from September to June in a role that reflects your interests while growing personally and spiritually as part of a supportive community of volunteers.
How We Serve in New York, North Jersey, and Long Island
IVC New York partners with nonprofit organizations across NYC, including faith-based and secular institutions that align with our mission of social justice and service. Corps members are placed in volunteer roles that are tailored to their experience, skills, and schedule.
- Education and tutoring
- Healthcare and mental health services
- Housing and homelessness prevention
- Immigration and refugee support
- Senior companionship and care
- Food access and nutrition services
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.
Maureen Fullam,
Regional Director
Xavier High School
30 West 16th St
New York NY 10011
(917) 859-0928
newyork@ivcusa.org
How to Get Involved with the Ignatian Volunteer Corps
Joining IVC New York 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 New York partners with nonprofits in need of consistent, mission-aligned service members. Our corps members are adults over 50 who volunteer professional experience, a strong work ethic, and a deep commitment to service.
Partnering with IVC means:
- Access to experienced volunteers committed to serving 1-2 days per week
- Long-term placements (typically September-June)
- Ongoing support from the IVC regional team
- A values-based approach to building stronger, more compassionate communities
Our work involves hospitals, schools, shelters, food programs, and advocacy organizations. We work with partners across the five boroughs and Westchester.
Why Choose IVC New York, North Jersey, Long Island?
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 the New York Metro area:
- 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.
Explore Stories of Service
Experience Making a Difference in New York
Step into service or seek support for your nonprofit’s work. IVC New York is here to help you connect, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Contact IVC New York Today