Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved — and volunteering is one of the most powerful. By offering your time, skills, and compassion, you become part of a mission that has served the least, the last, and the left out since 1979.
Volunteers in Action
A Life of Service
In 2025, Urban Missionaries stood shoulder to shoulder with our neighbors, uplifting more than 27,000 community members and distributing over 26 tons of nourishing food to families facing food insecurity. Every pound shared represented hope, dignity, and the steadfast compassion that defines our mission.
Meet Paul Morin, our dedicated Volunteer Food Pantry Manager. Paul has been a volunteer with Urban Missionaries for 42 years. His wife, Ann, co-founded the Northborough Food Pantry.
This effort to reduce food insecurity is made possible solely through the generosity of the public—your donations of food, financial support, and the proceeds from The Little Store keep our doors open and our community cared for.
Ways You Can Serve
Volunteers support Urban Missionaries in a variety of ways, depending on availability, interests, and level of commitment.
One-Time Volunteers
Perfect for individuals who want to help for a few hours or a single day.
Repeat Volunteers
Commit to specific days and times to support our ongoing programs.
Scheduled Repeat Volunteers
Commit to specific days and times to support our ongoing programs.
Group Volunteering
deal for groups of 5–10 people, whether for a one‑time service day or recurring support.
“Working with the team opened my eyes and made me a better person.” — Christopher S.
Volunteer Roles
Volunteer roles vary in time commitment and responsibility. Each role plays an important part in supporting individuals, families, and community programs.
The Little Store Support
Store Assistant
Help create a welcoming, organized shopping environment for community members.
Sorter
Help prepare donated items for use by sorting and organizing goods.
Furniture Cleaning
Prepare donated furniture for reuse through cleaning and light maintenance.
Community Programs and Outreach
Director of Mission and Community Programs
Support coordination and growth of community-based programs that serve individuals and families.
Director of Community Outreach
Help build and strengthen relationships with community partners and organizations.
Community Donations Coordinator
Coordinate donated goods and help ensure resources are directed where they are most needed.
Resource Support
Director of Food Recovery and Sourcing
Help coordinate food recovery efforts and strengthen partnerships that support food assistance work.
Communications and Fundraising Support
Community Engagement and Digital Outreach Coordinator
Support communication and outreach efforts that help connect the community with Urban Missionaries’ work.
Public Relations
Share Urban Missionaries’ work with the broader community through outreach, communication, and media-related efforts..
Other Skills and Talents
Other Sills and Talents
Have a skill or interest not listed here? We’d love to hear from you.
Ready to Serve?
If you’re ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.