Project SERVE

Project SERVE, a program of Catholic Charities, is a unique, year-long service learning opportunity. We are looking for recent college graduates who want to dedicate a year to full-time volunteerism prior to attending graduate school or starting a career. Our volunteers live in community housing in downtown Baltimore City and work at a variety of Catholic Charities programs. We have opportunities working with people who are recent immigrants, children at-risk, people who are homeless, foster care families, and senior citizens, among others.

In exchange for their service, we provide our volunteers with rent and utility-free housing, health insurance, a monthly stipend for living expenses, and an AmeriCorps Education Award upon completion of the program (pending annual AmeriCorps approval). This $4,725.00 award can be used to pay off student loans or finance continuing education. Project SERVE provides an ideal environment in which to obtain practical, meaningful work experience while serving people who are marginalized and working for social justice.

The Project SERVE term is approximately August 25 through July 25.

In order to be considered for Project SERVE, you must:

Be a US Citizen, US national or lawful permanent resident of the US
Be able to pass a federal background check and National Sex Offender Public Registry screening
Have a bachelor’s degree
Be 21-30 years of age
Be able to commit to full-time service without outside commitments
A strong candidate for Project SERVE possesses:
      • willingness to learn new skills on the job
      • flexibility at work and in community living
      • a desire to live with others working for social justice
      • an ability to get along with others from diverse backgrounds
      • a sense of humor and an ability to try new things!

View Project SERVE’s profile at www.americorps.org, www.idealist.org, and www.cnvs.org.

Learn about the Project Serve application process.

Volunteer Opportunities

Title: Legislative Advocate
Type of volunteer needed: Families, Groups/Corporate Groups, Individuals, Students