Volunteer

Join Visalia Rescue Mission.

Your time can truly make a difference. 

Visalia Rescue Mission would not exist today without the help of our generous volunteers. In 2022, we were blessed with over 14,000 hours of volunteer work due to the selfless generosity of individuals like you! 

Whether it’s serving a meal, sorting clothes, leading a bible study, or being a volunteer in one of our shelters, we have a place for you! 

Hospitality
Department

Sign up to serve a meal, help with meal prep during the day, sorting food donations, and more!

Development
Department

Help at an event being put on by the Mission.
*availability based on current events.

Thrift

Sorting items at the donation center, attendant at Rescued Treasures or Simply Chic Boutique, Jewelry department, or Online Department

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We serve a God of abundance who is skillfully weaving together a tapestry of good works that we all have a hand in creating.

Michael Simmon, CEO

Program Partners

Become a Chapel Provider, Men or Women’s Shelter attendant, small group leader, bible study teacher, or mentor.

  • A valid background check run by VRM, interview, and reference check is required to be an eligible Program Partner. 
  • To volunteer as a Program Partner, please contact jgravitt@vrmhope.org

The Volunteer Impact

$218,175

Economic Impact Volunteer Hours
had on the Mission*

*Wages Only, Minimum Wage Employee for 2022*

14,545

Volunteer Hours
Worked

Host A Drive

Thank you for your interest in collecting useful items for our VRM guests- we appreciate you!
Please fill out the form below to get started. 

Host a Donation Drive

Please fill out the form below to get started. Questions? Contact Jessica Gravitt, jgravitt@vrmhope.org or (559)740-4178 x311.
Your Name(Required)
(You will be emailed back to confirm your request)
Address of Drive(Required)
(50-gallons bins can be picked up from the Community Center, 741 N. Santa Fe, Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 3PM)
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Requested bin pick-up time:
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