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Franciscan Outreach Volunteers

Basic Information

Address: 1645 W Le Moyne St. Chicago, IL
Phone Number: 773-278-6724 x16
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Email: kendall@franoutreach.org
Director: Kendall Grant

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Additional Information

Causes Served: Homelessness
Clearances Required: Yes
Background Check: Yes
Population Served: Those who are homeless
Ages for Volunteer: 19-25
Hours of Service: open 24/7
Minimum Hours Required: 40 hours/week for 1 year
Days of Service: open 365 days
Mission Statement:

Franciscan Outreach Volunteers is a 1 year (renewable) program based on the values of Service, Community, Spirituality and Simple Living. Volunteers live and work at Franciscan Outreach Association (FOA), a non-profit agency providing emergency and long-term services to those who are homeless, poor and marginalized in Chicago. Volunteers work directly with those who are homeless, providing hospitality and services at our Soup Kitchen and Shelter sites. Volunteers live in intentional community with 11-13 other volunteers, participating in weekly reflections, meetings and community nights.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

Franciscan Outreach Volunteers is a 1 year (renewable) program based on the values of Service, Community, Spirituality and Simple Living. Volunteers live and work at Franciscan Outreach Association (FOA), a non-profit agency providing emergency and long-term services to those who are homeless, poor and marginalized in Chicago. Volunteers work directly with those who are homeless, providing hospitality and services at our Soup Kitchen and Shelter sites. Volunteers live in intentional community with 11-13 other volunteers, participating in weekly reflections, meetings and community nights.

Events:

Weekly community meetings and reflections, community nights. 3 retreats/year.

Additional Information:

***Please note this is a live-in, 1 year, full-time volunteer program***

  • Applicants must be at least 19 years of age, have a high school diploma, be able to pass a background check, and a have valid drivers license.
  • Applicants must be single and have no dependents.
  • Applicants must have a desire to live out the core values of Spirituality, Service, Community, and Simple Living.
  • Applications are available at: www.franciscanoutreachvolunteers.org Priority deadline is March 1. Program year begins in July.