Meals, pantry & housing support

What you’ll help with

• Prepare and serve lunch in the community kitchen.
• Support clients or help with office work.
• Assemble requested care kits or help transport donations.

Open places, exact duties, and start dates are confirmed by the organization. Check its current instructions before planning a visit.

This page summarizes the organization’s volunteer program. Specific roles and open shifts are managed by the organization.

How to get started

1. Use the official volunteer signup or contact the coordinator.
2. Choose a role and confirm any training and schedule commitment.
3. For a first kitchen shift, follow the early-arrival orientation instructions.

Time & commitment

Before you sign up

Age

Minimum age 13. See requirements below.

Groups

Group volunteering is described by the organization. Ask about size and availability.

Requirements

Kitchen volunteers must be at least 13; under 18 requires an adult. Direct-service and office roles are 18+. Direct service involves 7–18 hours of training and a four-month minimum.

Accessibility

Accessibility details have not been confirmed. Ask the organization about accommodations, seating, physical tasks, and access before attending.

Where you’ll help

Austin area

Locations and available assignments vary. Confirm with the organization.

About Caritas of Austin

Caritas of Austin helps people build stability and move out of homelessness through coordinated support.