Group
Volunteers
We are currently at capacity for Special Events volunteers. Please check back at a later time if you wish to volunteer at KSM. We thank you for your interest!
Group Volunteering Opportunities
Community Meals
Commit to a weekly or ongoing volunteer role at Kerr Street Mission for at least 6 months and make a lasting impact by supporting our community on a regular basis.
KSM Café
Our Leaders in Training program offers high school students leadership development through professional training, hands-on volunteering, and the opportunity to earn hours in various roles at Kerr Street Mission.
Meals to Go
Our Leaders in Training program offers high school students leadership development through professional training, hands-on volunteering, and the opportunity to earn hours in various roles at Kerr Street Mission.
Food Drive/Adopt a Shelf
Our Leaders in Training program offers high school students leadership development through professional training, hands-on volunteering, and the opportunity to earn hours in various roles at Kerr Street Mission.
Donation Sorting
Our Leaders in Training program offers high school students leadership development through professional training, hands-on volunteering, and the opportunity to earn hours in various roles at Kerr Street Mission.
Family Nights
Our Leaders in Training program offers high school students leadership development through professional training, hands-on volunteering, and the opportunity to earn hours in various roles at Kerr Street Mission.
Group Volunteering Opportunities
Community Meals
- Purchase & prepare a meal for approx. 42 clients and interact with our clients while serving the meal.
- Prepaid menu options are available if you’d like us to purchase the food on your group’s behalf. See our prepaid menu options here.
- Suitable for groups up to 12 people.
- Minimum age of 14.
Location: Kerr Street Mission
Number of Hours: 3-4
Days: Monday & Wednesday evenings 3:45 pm-7:45 pm or Saturday mornings 7:30 am-10:30 am
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KSM Café
- Assist with preparing, serving, and cleaning up after lunch for approx. 42 clients in the KSM Café.
- Volunteers help ensure clients and community members receive a warm, nutritious meal in a welcoming environment.
- This is a prepaid-only option, and all ingredients will be provided, making it easy for your group to focus on serving and supporting the community. See our prepaid menu options here.
- Suitable for groups up to 8 people.
- Minimum age of 14.
Location: Kerr Street Mission
Number of Hours: 2-3
Days: Tuesdays and Fridays 10 am-1:15 pm
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Meals to Go
- Purchase, prepare and package takeaway meals for 60 clients, and stock these in the food bank when complete.
- Suitable for groups up to 12 people.
- Minimum age of 14.
Location: Kerr Street Mission
Number of Hours: 2-3
Days: Mondays between 10:00am-2:00pm
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Food Drive/Adopt a Shelf
- Sponsor a shelf in our food bank for a month or more, focusing your food drive or fundraising effort on a particular item. (e.g. providing canned tuna for one month).
- Have your team join us on a tour of KSM to learn about our history and program offerings.
Location: Kerr Street Mission
Number of Hours: Varies
Days: Flexible
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Donation Sorting
- Attend our offsite sorting centre to sort and organize our food donations. Double check for damage and expiry dates, ensuring that our clients are receiving the best quality food possible.
- Suitable for groups up to 12 people.
- Minimum age of 12.
Location: Burloak & Mainway, Burlington
Number of Hours: 2.5-3
Days: Tuesday-Friday between 9:00 am-12:00pm or 1:00 pm-3:30pm (Please note that sorting times are subject to the quantity of food donations on hand. E.g. there are limited shifts available during summer months)
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Family Nights
- Seeking enthusiastic groups to prepare and host engaging, child friendly events that bring fun, connection, and creativity to local children. (approximately 25-30 children, aged 2-14)
- Suitable for groups up to 8 people.
- Minimum age of 14.
Location: Kerr Street Mission Gymnasium
Number of Hours: 1-2
Days: Monday Evenings 6:00pm – 8:00pm
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Day of Impact
Encouragement, Healing and Hope
KSM’s Mental Health and Wellness program supports individuals and families by providing meaningful tools for resilience, healthy coping, personal growth, and connection with others. Through supportive groups, educational workshops, and community-based learning opportunities, participants are encouraged to better understand mental health, manage stress, and build confidence in everyday life.
The program creates a welcoming and compassionate environment where people can share experiences, find encouragement, and access practical support. By fostering connection, reducing isolation, and strengthening emotional well-being, KSM helps individuals and families move toward healthier, more hopeful, and more connected lives within a caring community.