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The Salvation Army has changed lives and given hope to countless people throughout the nation. But we couldn't do it alone.

Volunteer Opportunities

Often referred to as “The Army behind The Army," volunteers play a crucial role in our ability to provide quality social services for the entire community. Our volunteers change lives, uplift families and support communities throughout our nation every day. Discover the joy of giving back to your community and become a Salvation Army volunteer today!

Review the list of opportunities below and contact the specified person, or complete the form at the bottom of this page.

The Salvation Army has a presence in every zip code in Western PA, and each Salvation Army unit serves specific zip codes and provides services and programming according to what’s needed in that community.

Volunteer opportunities vary across Western PA, but some common ways our volunteers assist are with:

  • Food distributions
  • After-school programs
  • Community meals
  • Food donation pick-ups
  • Donation distributions - Back-to-School and Christmas

Please visit our locations page to find your local contact.

Board service is a great way to meet new people and use your professional skills to impact those in need in your local community. New Board Members are always welcome at our facilities across Western PA.

Contact Fran Brace at Fran.Brace@use.salvationarmy.org for more information. 

Echelon is The Salvation Army’s young professionals group whose members have the opportunity to network and socialize with one another while they engage in fundraising and volunteer opportunities for The Salvation Army.

Visit the Pittsburgh chapter’s site or follow the group’s Instagram page for more information.

Emergency Disaster Services volunteers help those who are affected by events beyond their control. Whether a fire, flood, severe weather or other disaster, our team supports everyone involved--victims, survivors, and first responders. We welcome all skills and backgrounds and provide training to all volunteers. You will get the opportunity to provide assistance to the people most affected by an emergency as well as gain useful knowledge of emergency situations.

Contact: EDS Offices (412) 922-4808 or Heather.Martin@use.salvationarmy.org

The Family Caring Center is located in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh and provides shelter, meals and supportive services to families experiencing homelessness.

Volunteers are generally needed to assist with:

  • Meal preparation and service
  • Children’s and family programming
  • Tutoring
  • Sanitizing and organizing

The facility is staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week, so scheduling is very flexible.

The purpose of the Women’s Auxiliary is to promote and support the work of The Salvation Army and to strengthen the hands of those who have dedicated their lives to its cause.

The group coordinates a Fabric Fair in the spring and fall of every year and provides grants to several Salvation Army programs. Members gather on Wednesdays in Greentree all year long for fellowship and to prepare for the fairs.

  

There are Salvation Army facilities throughout Western PA, but each serves specific zip codes. Please complete the form below so that we can contact the facility that serves your zip code and let them know of your interest in volunteering.

 

Fill out Volunteer Form online form.