Christian Service

Notre Dame Preparatory requires community service of all students as part of our commitment to their spiritual and social growth. Student must complete 125 hours of service before they graduate. All students are required to perform community service exclusively with non-profit organizations. At least 25 hours must be performed at the student’s own parish community.

Approved Christian Service Ongoing Opportunities
(3/24/09)
(Place of service must be from this list.)

Please contact each individual coordinator to schedule your service.  YOU MUST CONFIRM WITH THE CONTACT PERSON BEFORE YOU GO!

These are not NDP scheduled events so you will need to provide your own transportation.

• Fundraising:  Any service hours that are related to fundraising will receive one credit hour for every two hours of service.
• Summer Service:  Must be pre-approved by Sr. Yolanda Mendoza to receive credit and is not open to incoming freshman.

To assist us in our ongoing effort to provide accurate information, we would appreciate any discrepancies sent to this e-mail.  Thank you!

NOTE: By clicking on individual organizations, you will be leaving the Notre Dame Preparatory Web site.  DO NOT send an e-mail to these organizations through your Notre Dame Preparatory e-mail account.  You will not receive a response.

All-Star Kids Tutoring Help at risk youth in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area to break the cycle of illiteracy so all children have an equal opportunity to succeed in education and in life.  All volunteers must submit an application, attend a training session, and volunteers 18 and older must undergo a background check. Volunteers who are 13-15 may tutor providing a parent or guardian attends tutoring sessions with them.  Located throughout the valley at various elementary schools.  Address: 333 E. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: 602-252-5312 Ext. 27 Contact Amanda Wolfard (480) 624-9950 E-mail

Andre House Serve the homeless and poor populations of the Phoenix area.  Ongoing opportunities to feed the homeless and/or work in the clothing and donations area.  Contact Theresa Hipp (602) 255-0580 E-mail

Arizona Magic of Music and Dance SUMMER ONLY AND MUST BE APPROVED BY SR. YOLANDA FOR SUMMER PARTICIPATION.  Provides unique, week-long camps that in just one week prepare Special Needs children and young adults to stage a wonderful theater production written and choreographed especially for them. Each of the Special Needs Actors is assigned a youth volunteer "Buddy" who spends the week with them to help them with fun, creative projects; helps them with their lines and costumes to prepare them for the production; and joins them on stage as their shadow if needed. List of Permission Forms Contact Sue 602-481-2697 E-mail

Boys & Girls Club After-School Program The Club offers children after-school and summer programs in a positive, safe, supervised environment.  Help with a variety of duties during the after-school program.  Background Check Required and fee for the check is paid by BGCS, so please plan on committing to multiple visits. 
Hartley & Ruth Barker Branch 2311 N. Miller Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257 Contact (480) 947-6331;
Virginia Piper Branch 10515 E. Lakeview Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Contact (480) 860-1601;
Red Mountain Branch 11889 E. Glenrosa Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85256 Contact (480) 947-1798;
Rose Lane Branch 8250 E. Rose Ln., Scottsdale, AZ 85250 Contact (480) 948-8020;
The Thunderbird’s Branch 20199 N. 78th Pl., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Contact (480) 538-9547;
Mary Ellen & Robert McKee Branch 14605 N. Del Cambre Ave, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 Contact (480)344-5400;
Lehi Branch 1231 E. Oak St., Mesa, AZ 85203 Contact (480) 850-4453;
Vestar Branch 3975 E. Lockwood Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85050 Contact (480) 585-0170.

Boys & Girls Club Thrift Shop Sells items donated to support BGCS.  Call for sorting, helping opportunities.  2626 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257 HOURS Tuesday 12 pm - 3 pm; Wednesday & Thursday 10 am - 3 pm; Friday & Saturday 10 am - 4 pm. Contact (480) 949-5787

Chrysalis Shelter Servicing the needs of women, children and men throughout the Valley, who are trying to break the cycle of violence and abuse. Ongoing opportunities include craft activities for mothers and children, landscaping, holiday parties for clients, spring cleaning, sorting and organizing donations and holiday activities, among others. Contact Linsay James (602) 955-9059 E-mail

City of Scottsdale Pauite Tutoring City of Scottsdale Community Center offering afterschool program.  Ongoing opportunities for afterschool tutoring. Contact Valerie Kime (480) 312-2464 E-mail

Extended Hands Food Bank Deliver food and quality services to food banks and foster relationships in support of our commitment to eliminate hunger.  Ongoing opportunities to sort, pack,etc HOURS Mon 8:30am-11:00am, Tuesday 2:30pm-6:00pm, Friday 8:30am-11:00am, Saturday 8:30am-11:00am 16425 E. Laser Hills, Fountain Hills.  Contact David Iverson (480) 837-0303 E-mail

Foundation for Blind Children Provides services, which optimize the blind, or visually impaired child's development as well as many opportunities to lead a meaningful and productive life, starting with infancy, through preschool, elementary and secondary education throughout college and adulthood.  Work around the school on Saturdays helping with cleaning and upkeep and possibly other opportunities. In addition, there is a summer program, but you would need prior approval from Sr. Yolanda. Located at 1235 Harmont Phoenix 85020. Contact Ann Greig (602) 331-1470, ext:114 E-mail

Friends of the Orphans A fundraising organization that supports the orphaned, abandoned and disadvantaged children of Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos.  Ongoing opportunities include packing boxes with items that have been donated for the homes and fundraising (note 2:1 hours for fundraising.)  Contact Barbara Balchumas (480) 237-3004 E-mail

Future for KIDS MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD Provides at-risk children education through mentorship and sports programs.  Ongoing opportunities to mentor kids.  Become a mentor and inspire, motivate, and educate children looking for guidance and a caring friend.  Must commit to at least one hour per week for mentor program.  Also need help with various sports motivational camps throughout the year that will be posted on the scheduled event section (no age restriction.) Contact Rachel (480) 947-8131 E-mail

Goodwill Central Arizona For more than 60 years, Goodwill has been committed to helping those of all ages obtain self-sufficiency by providing them with a strong educational foundation and knowledge of fundamental work skills. From helping youth remain engaged in class, to training adults with barriers to employment, Goodwill helps provide individuals with the basic skills they need to find, maintain and succeed in their careers. Goodwill offers volunteer opportunities from many locations throughout the Valley, including its stores and Career Centers. Contact 602-535-4044 for more information or to sign up as a Goodwill volunteer today visit https://volunteer.goodwillaz.org. 

Hands On Phoenix Empowers people to become engaged, take action and create positive change in their communities.  This is a great online registration resource for scheduling your volunteer opportunities.  There are many opportunities and organizations on their site and some are not on the NDP approved list.  ANY OPPORTUNITY YOU SIGN UP FOR ON THIS SITE MUST BE ON THE NDP APPROVED LIST OF ORGANIZATIONS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT.  YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT FOR HOURS COMPLETED THAT ARE NOT ON THE NDP APPROVED LIST.   NOTE:  FOR ANY FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY, EVERY TWO HOURS SERVED WILL RECEIVE ONE HOUR OF NDP SERVICE CREDIT (2:1)

The Heritage at Carefree Senior Living Retirement community.  Ongoing opportunities to socialize, play games, sing, paint nails for seniors at 36590 North Pima Road #3481 Carefree.  Contact Nancy, Cheryl, or Donna at (480) 488-1622

Habitat for Humanity Valley of the Sun MUST BE AT LEAST 15 YEARS OLD AND WEARING TENNIS SHOES OR WORK BOOTS TO PARTICIPATE.  Habitat brings together individuals and groups from all parts of the community to ensure that Valley residents have a decent, affordable home. They provide a unique volunteer experience for people of all ages, races, religions and abilities. Ongoing opportunities in their store (ReStore) may include unloading, assembling furniture,  pricing merchandise, and arranging products in the warehouse/ store. Two Locations 115 E. Watkins St in Phoenix and 1135 S. Dobson in Mesa, and the store hours are Monday through Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm and volunteer times may vary.  Contact Angie, (602) 262-8655.

Happily Ever After League Nurture, facilitate and provide support services to mothers diagnosed with cancer living with at least one dependent child.  Opportunities to clean houses and help at events. Contact E-mail

Healthcare for the Homeless MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD Deliver quality health care to homeless people through street outreach, integrated primary care, mental health services, substance abuse services, case management, and nutrition services.  Contact Sandra Smith at (480) 905-8046 or Sr. Adele O’Sullivan at (602) 372-2102.

HomeBase Youth Services HomeBase Youth Services addresses the growing needs of at-risk and homeless youth age 21 and younger by providing many different outreach programs and transitional living resources.  Many opportunities available, including cooking dinner nightly, breakfast on the weekends and planning a game night.  931 E. Devonshire Phoenix, 85014. Contact Rachel Dallmann, (602) 651-1804 E-mail

Horizon Park After School Program Provide after school activities for children.  Opportunities to assist recreational leaders working with children on homework and various activities daily after school at 15444 N. 100th Street, Scottsdale HOURS 3:00-6:00pm If NDP early release, may go at 2:30.  Contact Candice WInters, (480) 312-2650 E-mail

Horsense MUST MAKE A 5 WEEK COMMITMENT FOR 5 SATURDAYS FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 HOURS PER SATURDAY  Horsense is a dynamic equestrian youth riding camp designed for elementary school age children who otherwise would not have the opportunity to interact with horses. These children come from low-income families and are also taught drug prevention, desert survival and Arizona wildlife. Located on Scottsdale Road and Dynamite.  For the next session details and to sign up Contact Marie Cancilla, (623) 792-5198 E-mail

Horses Help Utilizes specially trained horses, well-qualified instructors that are certified by North American Riding for the Handicapped Assn. (NARHA), physical and occupational therapists, and community volunteers to form exceptional teams to work with the special abilities population. Riders range in age from three to seniors and represent a wide range of physical and mental disabilities.  Located in north Phoenix.  Contact Robin, (602) 569-6056 E-mail

Hospice Inspiris Extends emotional, physical and spiritual support to families who have loved ones cared for by Hospice.  Ongoing opportunities to visit hospice patients at a facility near your home at times that are convenient for you.  Training is required to participate. Full service hour credit will be given for the training program along with the hospice visiting hours. Geared toward the mature, caring teen, especially those interested in the medical field.    This would also be a great summer opportunity, but remember if you want to participate in the summer, you must get it approved by Sr. Yolanda.  Contact Michele Wilsterman, (602)769-5852 E-mail

Hospice of the Valley Offers compassionate end-of-life care for patients and families.  Teen program provides patients one-on-one companionship through reading, sharing stories and talents.  Application, interview, orientation and 50-hour commitment required.  Geared toward the mature, caring teen, especially those interested in the medical field. This would also be a great summer opportunity, but remember if you want to participate in the summer, you must get it approved by Sr. Yolanda.  Contact Kathy Miller, Teen Program Manager, (602) 636-5375 E-mail

Maggie’s Place Provides shelter, food, clothing, and a supportive community for pregnant women that are alone or on the streets and connects the mothers to the appropriate agencies and resources needed for additional support.  Opportunities on various Saturdays at three different locations sorting donations, house and yard cleaning at Elizabeth House (McClintock and Elliot.) Contact (480) 491-0446 Magdalene House (16 St and Roosevelt) Contact (602) 257-4648 and Michael House (58th Ave and Northern) Contact (623) 842-1000.

Paradise Valley Emergency Food Bank ONLY OPEN M-F 9PM-4PM Provide emergency assistance to individuals living within the boundaries of the Paradise Valley Unified School District.  You may volunteer to collect and distribute food, stock shelves, answer the phone and staff the office. Call (602) 867-9228.

Paz De Cristo Community Center Paz de Cristo seeks to serve those in need in the East Valley with a daily meal service,, food boxes and empowerment programs. Opportunities nightly serving meals 4:00-7:30pm and food boxing opportunities the second Tuesday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10:30am- 2:30pm at 424 W Broadway Rd, Mesa.  Must Register! Contact Christine, (480) 464-2370 Email

Phoenix Children’s Hospital MUST BE 16 YEARS OLD. Ongoing opportunities for hospital volunteers and individual events volunteer.  Process to become a hospital volunteer includes one-hour orientation, specialized training, health and background screening and a minimum commitment of 100 hours of service (about 3-4 hours per week.)  This process is very costly to the hospital, so please be realistic and honest when deciding to make this commitment.  There are individual events throughout the year that may be found on the website above that do not have the minimum hour requirements.  Full List of Events or check the scheduled events section on the NDP website for some of the coordinated events.

Phoenix Rescue Mission Provides shelter to homeless men, emergency services and meals to families and children and operates an Emergency Food Box Program in conjunction with Outreach events and activities in the community.  Ongoing opportunities:  Daily Meal Service – Breakfast (6:15-8:00a am), Lunch (11:15am – 1:00 pm), Dinner (4:15 – 6:00 pm), age 16 minimum; Sack Meal Preparation – prepare sack meals for the Hope Coach on site or in your own groups, age 10 minimum; Family Outreach Center – Tuesday – Saturday, 9 am – 2:00 pm.  You must schedule all hours in advance!  Contact Marlena Padron, (602) 346-3339 E-mail

Project C.U.R.E Humanitarian relief organization identifying, soliciting, collecting, sorting and distributing medical supplies and services in over 120 countries worldwide.  Individual volunteers must attend a one hour new volunteer orientation which is held every other Monday evening from 6:00-7:00pm before volunteering.  Opportunities rinclude sorting, categorizing and boxing medical supplies.  Group volunteer sessions are scheduled Monday through Thursday 9am – 9pm, Friday 9am-4pm and Saturday 9am – 12pm in 2-3 hour increments. Located in Tempe. Contact: Volunteer Coordinator, (480) 237-0970 E-mail

Pueblo Norte Provides an independent and assisted living community for seniors. Ongoing opportunities spending quality time with senior citizens reading books and periodicals, WII bowling, games, trivia, cards, discussions, etc. Location 7090 E. Mescal, Scottsdale. Contact Jo Smith, (480) 951-7396.

Reach Out and Read Promote early literacy by bringing new books and advice about the importance of reading aloud into the pediatric exam room.  Ongoing opportunities include reading to children.  CONTACT Charlotte Forte (602) 266-5976 E-mail

The Real Gift Foundation Dedicated to providing the necessary aid and assistance to, and for, children of homeless families so that they may better handle the challenges their lives.  Ongoing opportunities including donation sorting and playground building. CONTACT Leslie, (480) 315-0600 E-mail

Ronald McDonald House Provide a home away from home for families who need to travel to the Phoenix area to receive medical treatment for their children. Volunteer opportunities at two locations in Phoenix preparing meals for the families, yard work and cleaning. Contact Kathy Anderson E-mail

Salvation Army Provide services to the homeless, working poor, children, youth, addicted, elderly, and abused.  Various ongoing opportunities throughout the year assisting individuals, families, and children in need as well as holiday opportunities helping with the Christmas Angel program.  Contact (602) 267-4117

Save the Family Help children in homeless families by treating the whole family with programs to break the negative cycles of poverty, abuse, and homelessness. See Save the Family Ongoing Opportunities or Contact Andrea, 480-898-0228 x215 Email or Michelle Alvis, (480) 898-0228 ext.229 E-mail

Scottsdale Senior Centers Provide an integrated system of services, resources and opportunities to help people
improve their lives, neighborhoods and community through recreation, social and health/wellness services. Ongoing opportunities include assisting with arts and crafts, visiting, activities and more.  Locations:
Granite Reef Center, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd. Mon-Sat 8am-10pm, Closed Sunday, Contact (480) 312-1700;
Via Linda Center 10440 E. Via Linda, Monday-Thursday 8am-9pm, Friday 8am-5pm,Saturday 8am-5pm Closed Sunday, Contact (480) 312-5810.

Scottsdale Healthcare MUST BE 15 YEARS OLD AND COMPLETE ORIENTATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM Healthcare provider striving to meet and exceed residents and visitors expectation of service.  Must be approved in the program and complete requirements to participate in ongoing opportunities.  Contact (480) 323-4561.

Shoebox Ministry Distribute toiletry kits through agencies and shelters that work directly with the homeless and working poor. Ongoing opportunities assembling boxes at 7902 E. Wood Dr., Scottsdale, Open M-F 9am-3pm. Contact Laura, (480) 905-1610 E-mail

Silverado Senior Living Care for dementia and alzheimer senior patients.  Ongoing opportunities include assisting with arts and crafts, visiting, activities and more.  Must be at least 18 years old to volunteer. Location 9410 E. Thunderbird, Scottsdale.  Contact Aggie Taylor E-mail, (480) 614-9100.

Society of St. Vincent De Paul The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been serving homeless and economically disadvantaged populations since 1946.  Opportunities to serve meals at 420 W. Watkins Rd. Contacts: Antonina Urmeyev, (602) 261-6886 E-mail, Marisa Martinez. 602-261-6863 E-mail. Please contact two days in advance of when you want to work.

Society of St. Vincent De Paul Thrift Stores MUST BRING PARENT UNLESS YOU ARE 18 YEARS OLD The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been serving homeless and economically disadvantaged populations since 1946.  Ongoing opportunities to stock merchandise and assist customers at seven different locations throughout the Valley.  Contact Cassidy Zoellner, (602) 261-6870 E-mail. Please contact two days in advance of when you want to work.

Sojourner Center MUST BE 16 YEARS OR WITH PARENT.  Provides shelter and support services to thousands of individuals affected by domestic violence. Ongoing opportunities including working the donation center cleaning, stocking, sorting and helping in the women’s store Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm at 1639 E. McDowell Rd, Phoenix. Contact Katie Parker, (602) 443-6256 E-mail

Special Olympics Provides year round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for children and adults with disabilities.  Locations vary, opportunities includes assisting athletes, score keeping, training, coaching, cheering etc. check Web site for upcoming events or Contact Gail Gilmartin E-mail

St. Mary’s Food Bank SCHEDULED EVENTS OR GROUP EVENTS ONLY, NO INDIVIDUAL ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES Alleviates hunger by gathering and distributing food to sites that serve the hungry and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need.  Ongoing opportunities to assist in the production and packaging of Emergency Food Boxes at various LOCATIONS; Phoenix 2831 N. 31st Ave. and 3003 W. Thomas Rd, 85017, Surprise, 13050 W. Elm St. Glendale, 5605 North 55th Ave. NO CELL PHONES, IPODS, TANK TOPS, OR OPEN-TOED SHOES ALLOWED If you would like to put together a group, E-mail or look for this organization on the From the Heart Scheduled Event Page.

Teen Lifeline MUST BE 15 YEARS OLD Provide a safe, confidential and crucial crisis service where teens help teens make healthy decisions.  Rewarding peer to peer counseling program opportunities available following a five to six week training program consisting of two to four full days and five weekday evenings.  Full service hour credit will be given for the training program along with the peer counseling that follows. This would also be a great summer opportunity, but remember if you want to participate in the summer, you must get it approved by Sr. Yolanda.  Contact Nikki Kontz (602) 248-8337 E-mail

Tempe Senior Center (North) Provides home services to shut-ins including the elderly, sick and handicapped. Opportunities for students include yard work at individual homes in South Scottsdale and Tempe. Students must bring own work gloves and be accompanied by an adult. Contact Lisa Renfree, (480) 251-1520 E-mail

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Arizona works to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with various disabilities. We’ve become a leader in providing therapies, inclusive and integrated educational based programs and innovative social opportunities to children and adults with various disabilities. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work as a Peer Mentor in our afterschool program (age 16 and up preferred) or as a Teachers Aide in our Early Learning Center (documentation of negative TB test within previous 6 months required prior to working in the learning center). In addition, there is a summer program, but you would need prior approval from Sr. Yolanda. Located at, 1802 West Parkside Lane, Phoenix 85027. Contact Alma Chavez-Lira, (602) 943-5472. Email.

 United Food Bank Provide access to nutritious food for those who are without, serving as a community bridge between those who want to help and those who are in need. Ongoing opportunities include packing food boxes throughout the year and citrus picking in January and February.  Contact Deanna Yazzie, (480) 926-4897, ext. 251 E-mail

Vista Del Camino Community Center Providing a variety of services to Scottsdale residents to prevent homelessness, meet the basic needs of individuals and families in crisis, relieve economic and emotional stress and assist individuals to maintain self-sufficiency.7700 E. Roosevelt St., Scottsdale, AZ 85257, Hours Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Contact (480) 312-2323

Welcome to America Project Clothes Closet Reaches out to refugees right here in Phoenix with a warm welcome and some much-needed furniture and home essentials.  Ongoing opportunities every other Friday evening sorting, organizing and hanging clothes and every other Saturday morning assisting refugees with shopping needs, entertaining children, sorting/hanging clothing, and clean-up.  Located at 3001 N. Black Canyon Highway (access road east of I-17 just north of Thomas.) Contact Susan Dinovo, (623) 512-9289 E-mail

Welcome to America Project Reaches out to refugees right here in Phoenix with a warm welcome and some much-needed furniture and home essentials.  The mission is to build bridges of neighborly understanding between the local community and refugees recently arrived from countries ravaged by war, genocide, and hate. To fulfill this mission, WTAP volunteers and staff gather high quality furniture donations as well as household items from the local community, sort, store and then deliver them every Saturday throughout the year to newly arrived refugee families. Teams of volunteers and staff members transform almost empty apartments into warm, comfortable homes. They bring a message of hope, friendship, and peace.  See the scheduled event section for opportunities to participate.  Every week we mobilize volunteers and, sometimes, to ask for special in-kind donations for families with particular needs or requests. Contact Mary Slawsby, (480) 353-0515 E-mail

WHEAT (World Hunger Education, Advocacy & Training) Educates, advocates, motivates and empowers individuals to action in the fight against local and global hunger. Opportunities to educate others about hunger through workshops and help at the Clothes Silo. provides free, professional clothing to women in need and is also open to the public so that women may find gently used, affordable quality clothing for the workplace. Help clients pick out just the right outfit for their interview or new job,or help sorting and tagging donations. Located at 4000 N 7th St, Ste 118, Phoenix. Contact Tamera Zivic, (602) 955-5076 E-mail

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