VOLUNTEER AT THE MISSION
VOLUNTEER AT LIGHT OF LIFE
Volunteers are the heart of our Mission....
Your presence helps create a place where people are seen, valued and loved.
Check out one of our volunteer events 
Start Your Volunteer Journey!
CREATE A VOLUNTEER PROFILE
You will use your profile to sign
up for different opportunities
and track your volunteer work.
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
Attend one of our required virtual
volunteer orientations and learn
about our services, different
volunteer opportunities, and how
to use our volunteer portal.
SUBMIT CLEARANCES
You will receive instructions
from our volunteer coordinator
on how to submit your PA State
Criminal Background Check.
START VOLUNTEERING!
Once you completed all
these steps, you can start
signing up for different
volunteer opportunities!
Group Volunteers
Volunteering is a great way to spend time together while serving your community! Whether you’re a corporate team, family, church, or friend group, we would love to have you at our Mission!
If you are a group of five people or more interested in volunteering, please email volunteer@lightoflife.org.
FAQ
Q: CAN VOLUNTEERS SERVE BEFORE COMPLETING ALL VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS?
Volunteers are allowed to serve one time in our meal ministry before completing all of the requirements. If interested, email volunteer@lightoflife.org.
Q: WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT TO SERVE AT LIGHT OF LIFE?
Anyone 13 years or older can serve as a volunteer. Anyone 18 years or older can serve as a high impact volunteer.
Q: WHAT ARE VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED TO WEAR WHILE SERVING?
We recommend:
• Blue jeans or cargo pants
• T-shirts or long-sleeved shirts
• Jackets or sweatshirts
• closed-toed shoes like sneakers, tennis shoes or work boots
• Hair is required to be pulled back into a ponytail if serving in meal ministry
Q: IS THERE PARKING AVAILABLE?
Yes! There are parking lots available at our Voeghtly Street Shelter, Ridge Recovery Place, and Outreach Center directly next to each building. Click HERE for a parking map.
Q: HOW CAN I COMPLETE COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS?
We welcome individuals needing court-ordered or school community service hours, depending on availability and eligibility. Email volunteer@lightoflife.org for more information on court-ordered service.
Q: WHAT IS A HIGH-IMPACT VS. A FOUNDATIONAL VOLUNTEER
High-impact volunteers serve in specialized roles that often require additional training, consistency, or a longer-term commitment. Foundational volunteers support essential day-to-day needs through flexible opportunities like serving meals, sorting donations, or helping at events and make a meaningful difference through practical service. If you’re interested in a high-impact role, email volunteer@lightoflife.org.
Volunteer Testimonials
"I volunteer because I truly be lieve that we are changing lives. I see myself in every guest. This could have been me. This is my small opportunity to make a difference in someone’s day, and hopefully their life."
-Chris, Kitchen Volunteer
“We have met people that I would not have met unless volunteering at LOL and the experience has been incredible for me! In the end it’s people helping people. Isn’t this being what God’s community is all about? A community is for all to benefit and for all to enjoy.”
-Dan & Rosemary, Food Pantry & Administration Volunteers
“Watching my VIPs learn and develop their skills [through volunteering] is so amazing. They feel great being able to work and it is awesome to support them.”
-Dawn, Cheswick CARES Direct Support Specialist
"The volunteers are so very nice and the staff are amazing. The people who come to shop are all very much appreciative. It's been a great experience."
-Carol + Dan
"Whether at Voeghtly Street, the Food Pantry, or the Ridge Avenue Donation Center, the Light of Life leaders always fully involve the volunteers in the day's work and graciously appreciate a volunteer's contributions."
-Dave
"From the beginning, I felt the staff at Light of Life are truly interested in bringing people who have lost their way, and their homes, back to a more fulfilling life. Everyone shows so much love and are so willing to spread the word of God!"
-Mary
Recieve Volunteer Opportunities Directly In Your Inbox
Meet Olivia!
HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP FINDING THE RIGHT FIT?
Our volunteer coordinator, Olivia, is here for you!
Reach out to her by emailing:
volunteer@lightoflife.org