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Play and Entertain Kids at our Adoption Support Group (November 18th)

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ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Inc

With over a hundred years of dedicated service to our neighbors in need, Catholic Charities with the crucial help of volunteers, offer community-based support, education, and access to resources for pregnant and parenting individuals and families. Catholic Charities' Child Welfare Program aims to increase healthy birth outcomes among at-risk, low-income families by helping individuals develop tools for good decision making.

As a Volunteer, You Will:

  • Create a nurturing and fun environment for children while their parents attend adoption support sessions at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish.
  • Toys are provided!

It's a wonderful opportunity to engage with kids, play, and enable parents to receive support while they build community with other families who have adopted or are seeking to adopt.

Expected Availability and Commitment:

  • Occurs at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish (Located: 3722 S 58th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53220).

  • Adoption Support Groups occur every third Tuesday of each month. Each shift is 2 hours from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

  • Can be a one-time opportunity or recurring opportunity.

Required Training:

You will complete required forms for a background check and sign Catholic Charities' client confidentiality agreement as well as complete the Archdiocese of Milwaukee's Safe Environment training course.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be 16 years old to volunteer with a parent or legal guardian or 18 years old to volunteer alone.

Helpful Skills for the Role:

  • Enjoys playing with children!

  • Bring your creativity and imagination.

Come play with children while enabling parents to attend Catholic Charities' adoption support groups! Your time and love help support families navigating the adoption process and build community.

Join our mission to provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same. Partner with us to improve the lives of those we serve, to empower the most vulnerable, and to help reduce poverty through quality, compassionate, and effective human services.

Contact with Questions:

Caitlyn Proietta, Volunteer Coordinator

Email: volunteer@ccmke.org

Call: (414) 769-3402

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About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, Inc

Location:

3501 S. Lake Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53207, US

Mission Statement

Catholic Charities serves people of all faiths and backgrounds throughout the ten counties of Southeastern Wisconsin. Inspired by Christ's call to serve, our mission is to provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same. Our vision is to improve the lives of those we serve, to empower the most vulnerable, and to help reduce poverty through quality, compassionate, and effective human services.

Description

Catholic Charities mission to "provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same" has been the core of our work since 1920. We measurably improve the lives of the poor in our communities and empower them to reach their full potential. When we accomplish this, lives are transformed and the benefits to the community can be exponential starting by improving the quality of life one person at a time.

With an outpouring of support from the community, we are able to help the poorest among us. We help people of all faiths, ages and cultures improve their ability to be self-sufficient, raise a family in more stable and healthy homes, escape violence, cope with emotional and behavioral challenges, and overcome barriers to a better life.

Our Programs and Services:

We provide services to our neighbors in all 10 counties of Southeastern Wisconsin.

  • Adult Day Services
  • In-home Support
  • Hoarding Intervention & Treatment
  • Outreach & Case Management
  • Community Counseling
  • Adoption Services
  • Pregnancy & Parenting Support
  • Supported Parenting
  • Refugee & Immigration Services

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Faith-Based
Children & Youth, Community, Faith-Based

WHEN

Tue Nov 18, 2025
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

WHERE

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish3722 South 58th StreetMilwaukee, WI 53220

(42.97685,-87.98608)
 

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Family Therapy
  • Child Welfare
  • Child Care
  • Child Development

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours

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