Volunteer Information

In order to protect the best interests of our volunteers, clients and staff the Diocesan Office of Long Term Recovery will not be housing volunteers during the hurricane season (June 1, 2009 through November 30, 2009).

Volunteers Are Desperately Needed!

How You Can Help

Volunteers are still desperately needed in the hurricane devastated area! Both skilled and unskilled workers are welcomed. Just a few areas where help is needed include:

  • Carpenters
  • Plumbers
  • Cleanup
  • Drywall
  • Tile Work
  • Electricians
  • Painters
  • Loading and Unloading

If you have time, talent, a big heart and are willing to work hard, please contact the Diocesan Office of Long Term Recovery today! YOU can help make a difference as we Move Forward Together in Christ!

Please understand that you do not HAVE to be skilled to come and you do not HAVE to come with a group. Many individuals have volunteered, and with one phone conversation, we can figure out the best way to use your skills to benefit those devastated by Hurricane Katrina.

Non-skilled list of prospective tasks

  • Surveying houses for damage assessment
  • Delivering building materials to residents
  • Moving donated materials to or from our storage facility in Gulfport
  • Gutting homes
  • Removing paint from older homes
  • Removing damaged door/window frames
  • Replacing damaged wood studs
  • Clearing debris
  • Remediation of mold in damaged homes
  • Mudding and painting walls
  • Supporting the Diocesan Office of Long Term Recovery by
    answering phone calls, filing and other office duties

Skilled List of prospective tasks

  • Minister
  • Cook
  • Contractor
  • Roofing
  • Door and window installation
  • Installing dry wall, insulation and wall moldings
  • Foundation work and construction framing
  • Restoring utilities: electrical and plumbing
  • Cabinet installation: Install and build framework for cabinets and counter tops
  • Ceiling repair: Replace sheetrock, plaster, plywood or drop ceilings
  • Siding installation
  • Heating and air: Knowledge of running heating and A/C ducts and drops
  • Masonry: Finishing concrete, restoring cinder block and brick walls
  • Paneling installation and trim work
  • Flooring installation: Ceramic tile and vinyl sheet goods
  • Tree Surgery: Remove or prune damaged trees

The people of the Mississippi Gulf Coast are extremely grateful for the help and donations we have received from so many volunteers across the country.