Make a Difference in the Lives of Seniors!

Iona volunteers provide a full range of services to seniors in the DC community.

Iona offers volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and with a variety of skills and experience. Some volunteers help each week, others less frequently. Whether it is a group project, individual pursuit or community service requirement, Iona has a place for you! Internships and service learning opportunities for students are available.

Iona welcomes individuals interested in giving back through volunteering, pro-bono professionals seeking opportunities to utilize their skills and expertise, employers committed to sponsoring community service, community groups seeking collaborative opportunities and students with internship or community service requirements. We will work with your schedule and interests to make your experience meaningful and enjoyable.

Learn more about Iona's volunteer process:
Download Volunteer Applications
Contact Iona's Director of Community Engagement at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Tel: 202.895.9448

Volunteer Opportunities:

• Wellness & Arts Center Volunteers | Time: Weekdays, 8:30 - 5
- Assist with therapeutic recreation, provide companionship, help in the kitchen, or with the administration of our daily programming for seniors with memory loss or physical frailties.

• Administrative Volunteers | Time : Weekdays 10 -5
- Perform a variety of tasks including: Making phone calls, preparing mailings or packets, assisting with project coordination and computer tasks (if skilled).

• Internships | Time : Weekdays 9 -5
- Learn through practical experience a range of non profit administration skills to prepare for a career in: project management, social work, event coordination, public relations, fundraising, information technology, or education.

• Specialist Pro-bono Volunteers | Time : Weekdays 10 -5  (and virtually)
- Provide professional expertise and tangible guidance to Iona. Areas of need include: Marketing and Communications, Business Development and Financial Planning.

• Special Event Volunteers | Time : Weekdays 10 - 8
- Assist Iona staff with special projects such as Iona’s Exhibition and Cultural programs, the Art of Caring and benefit events. Volunteers may be involved in planning and coordination, fundraising, creating brochures, invitations and programs.

• Iona Ambassador | Time: Weekdays 9 - 5
- Welcome participants and guests to Iona. Assist as docent and support administration.

• Neighborhood Program Assistants | Time: Weekdays 10 - 2
- Welcome participants, lead or assist with recreational activities, serve lunch, and/or assist administratively at our Active Wellness Program at St. Alban’s.

• Weekend and Holiday Meal Deliverers | Time: Sat., 10:15 – 12:30
- Deliver meals to homebound seniors (Car & driver required.)

• "On-Call" Volunteers | Time: Flexible (as needed)
- Assist seniors in the community with errands, moving items, working with new electronics, and other one-time tasks.

Friendly Visitors:
- Visit homebound or isolated seniors at least one hour per week.

Grocery Shoppers:
- Assist seniors with grocery shopping once a week to once a month.

Hands-on-Helpers:
- Visit and help out a senior (outings, help with papers or reading)