You can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable men, women, and youth in Waterloo Region. We rely on our passionate, dedicated volunteers to keep serving those in need.
Join the Ray of Hope family today, and help us to fulfill our mission!
New Volunteer Opportunities
Hospitality Team
The Hospitality Teams are the heart of the Ray of Hope Community Centre. These persons are on the frontlines as they engage with our guests through conversations and friendships. Additionally, the Hospitality Team will support staff during our mealtimes in the dining room and support washrooms, laundry and shower services, or general kitchen clean up. Volunteers are scheduled for one shift per week only and must be able to commit to a 13-week minimum commitment.
Fridays: 6:30pm-9:00pm
Dishwasher
Dishwasher volunteers will support staff and meal program volunteers by helping clean all the cooking/serving dishes used in creating and serving the daily meal. Dishwasher volunteers will also help to support the physical health and safety of everyone at the Community Centre by helping to clean and sanitize the kitchen area at the end of each shift. Volunteers are scheduled for one shift per week only and must be able to commit to a 13-week minimum commitment.
Fridays 6:30pm-9:00pm
Drop-In Hospitality
Drop-In Hospitality volunteers are on the frontlines as they engage with our guests through conversations and friendships. Volunteers will support our staff, greeting guests, interacting through conversations, games etc. in order to build relationships. Volunteers are scheduled for one shift per week only and must be able to commit to a 13-week minimum commitment.
Mondays: 2:30pm-5:30pm
Tuesdays: 2:30pm-5:30pm
Wednesdays: 2:30pm-5:30pm
Thursdays: 2:30pm-5:30pm
Fridays: 2:30pm-5:30pm
Current Volunteers
Use our volunteer portal to manage your profile and view/change your shifts.
Meal Teams
If you wish to see when your Meal Team is scheduled or when there are openings, please check our