Volunteer - World Relief

Make an Impact that Lasts

We all want to make a difference in the world. It’s part of how we are designed. At World Relief, we believe making a difference is a two-way street. Over the past 40+ years, we’ve been guiding people like you to volunteering in ways that make a lasting impact. You can bring your gifts, abilities and interests, and World Relief will help you connect and walk alongside families and individuals as they rebuild their lives in the Triangle.

We are so excited to partner with you as you grow, learn, and make a difference through volunteering.

Note: Due to timing of newcomer arrivals, it may take a while for you to be matched for a particular volunteer opportunity. We will communicate with you as opportunities become available!

Volunteer Application

Volunteer Opportunities

Friendship Partner

Youth Tutor

Mentor

Good Neighbor Team

Apartment Set-up Team

Welcome Team

Temporary Housing

Arrival Volunteer

Can't make a regular commitment to volunteering but want to help when you can? There are a variety of ways to serve as an arrival volunteer. You can welcome a refugee family by helping set up their apartment before they arrive, meeting them at the airport and taking them/their luggage to their new home, grocery shopping, or [in the future] providing a host home for one to two nights if their apartment isn't quite ready.

Volunteer Application

"Serving in the ESL program has helped me love my diverse city even more, and the students inspire and remind me to love my neighbor each week by their joy, enthusiasm, tenacity, and gratefulness."

- Sarah, World Relief Volunteer

“Pat and I feel very much appreciated, and cherish each family we have helped. We remain friends with several and are enriched by having them in our lives.”

- Pat and Harriett, World Relief Volunteers

"I’ve learned about the needs of refugees and immigrants, immigration law and policy, and teaching English. Mostly, I’ve learned about the world by getting to know immigrants, their lives, and their stories.”

- Paul, World Relief Volunteer