Our Mission

Mission Vision
In a collaborative effort, all metro Catholic parishes will develop a Social Justice and Outreach Center of excellence.

Mission Statement
All area Catholic parishes will work together toward establishing consistent and efficient delivery of Social Justice and Outreach services to people in need in our metro communities.  The foundation for this effort will be the 7 Key Principles of Catholic Social Teachings as outlined by the Archdiocese of Dubuque.  Development will include all areas of Social Justice and Outreach, using and refining best practices currently in place in our parishes as our guide.

In The Community



Working together to help those in need in our community.

Volunteer Information

Metro Catholic Outreach depends on the hard work of many dedicated volunteers.  If you are interested in volunteering, please see our areas of need and complete the volunteer registration below.
 
Reception Desk
During office hours, our reception desk is staffed by volunteers who greet clients, answer phone calls, and make appointments or referrals as necessary.
 
Food Pantry
Metro Catholic Outreach has a pantry that distributes food to families in need.  The food is collected at all of the parishes in the Cedar Rapids area and transported to the Metro Catholic Outreach pantry for distribution. Volunteers at each parish help to sort and transport the food from their parish to the center. Volunteers also help sort, shelve, pack, and distribute food at the center. 

Emergency Financial Assistance 
Metro Catholic Outreach provides emergency financial assistance, such as rent and utility assistance, to families in need in our community.  Each week, volunteers meet with clients requesting assistance to determine how we can best serve them.

Garden
Throughout the spring and summer of 2013, volunteers will be needed to help tend the Metro Catholic Outreach garden.  This will include soil preparation, planting, weeding, harvesting, and general garden upkeep.  Additionally, volunteers may be needed to transport produce to the center to be distributed.

Volunteer Registration Form