Our volunteers are incredible and they come from all over the community; individuals, church youth groups, girl/boy scout troops, 4-H clubs, and school groups. In 2024 we had 100+ volunteers log in over 11,000 hours of service here at the Mission. Our core group of volunteers (about 40 strong) are here week after week giving of their time and talents in the service of others. The individuals in that core group attend the following churches in our community:

• Alexandria Community Church

• Alexandria First Assembly of God

• Community Family Church

• Crossroads

• Florence Baptist

• Glen Este First Baptist

• Hickory Grove Baptist

• Main Street Baptist

• Mentor Baptist

• Persimmon Grove Baptist

• Presbyterian Church

• St. Joseph, Cold Spring

• St. Mary

• St. Peter & Paul Catholic

• St. Therese Catholic

• The Bridge

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10

Volunteer Opportunities

The CARE Mission is staffed entirely of volunteers. These are just a few of the many areas in which you may be able to serve:

• Interview families and coordinate services needed
• Greet families, donors, and answer phone
• Assist families with shopping
• Stock groceries and fill pantry orders
• Assist with housekeeping tasks
• Empty donation shed/weight & chart
• Drive Truck/Pick up food

VOLUNTEERS — MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS