Putting faith into action
The Caritas Volunteer Service aims to make voluntary service as easy as possible in the Diocese of Westminster (London and Hertfordshire).
We do this by allowing charities, parishes and local outreach projects to make volunteering opportunities available on our website, which people who want to volunteer can then apply for.
In addition, we run events to help people get started in volunteering and to support active volunteers.
The service is free for organisations and individuals, and is open to members of all faiths and none.
What we do
Inspire
parishioners and people from all walks of life to share their gifts and talents in loving service for the good of the parish or wider community.
Connect
people who want to volunteer with parishes, charities and social action projects who are looking for volunteers. We do this through events like volunteering fairs, through this website and networking.
Support
volunteers and volunteering in the diocese and wider community, including training, resources and recognition.
“Volunteering is like being with another human being through good and bad. There is an indescribable joy when I see light in the eyes of someone who has stopped believing that there is hope. It is participating in many miracles every day.”
– Gabriela, Volunteer at St Ignatius Parish
Be inspired by the 2022 Volunteering Awards winners.
Meet the Team
Resources for parishes, charities and volunteers
On our resources page you will find a collection of video recordings, website links and downloads.
Volunteering News
Celebrating the Power of Service: Gratitude, Faith, and Volunteering
The first week of June is National Volunteers Week. Our Volunteer Co-ordinator, Elke Springett has…
Upcoming Events
There are no upcoming events for the Caritas Volunteer Service. Click here to see all Caritas Westminster events
Safeguarding
Caritas Volunteer Service follows the Safeguarding Procedures of the Diocese of Westminster.
Contact Us
020 7798 9045
Caritas Volunteer Service
Vaughan House
46 Francis Street
London SW1P 1QN