Volunteering at VOM

Volunteer — Operations Center

Christians around the world are paying a high cost for their faith. Volunteers make it possible for us to stand with them in meaningful and practical ways. By serving, you become part of a global fellowship of prayer, action and tangible support — helping sustain hope for individuals facing isolation, injustice and violence.

Volunteers serve at the VOM Operations Center, assisting with essential production and mailing projects that support our global ministry efforts. This role plays a vital part in making sure that resources and communications are prepared and distributed accurately and efficiently.

We invite you to join us in work that truly matters.

Supervision

Volunteers are supervised and supported by VOM staff. Volunteers are required to attend an orientation.

Responsibilities

Volunteers may assist with a variety of hands-on tasks, including:

• folding and assembling printed materials
• counting and sorting items
• stacking and organizing materials
• stuffing envelopes and packaging resources
• applying labels and stickers
• stamping and preparing mailings
• shrink-wrapping and preparing shipments

Assignments vary based on current operational needs.

Work Environment

The Operations Center is a clean, bright, climate-controlled workspace. Volunteers serve alongside staff and fellow volunteers in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Scheduled breaks include:

• a short break at 10:00 a.m. (snacks and drinks available)
• a one-hour lunch break at 12:00 p.m.
• a short break at 3:00 p.m. (snacks and drinks available)

Physical Requirements

Tasks may involve sitting or standing for extended periods. Some assignments may require light lifting. Volunteers are never asked to perform tasks they are uncomfortable with, and accommodations are made whenever possible.

Special Requirements

Volunteers must

• attend church, gathering regularly for worship, fellowship, Bible study, and prayer.
• maintain the expectation for decorum as described in VOM's Handbook.
• adhere to all instructions given by VOM staff.
• wear closed-toe shoes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of work do volunteers do?

A first-time volunteer who serves on a short-term (one week or less) basis works at the VOM Operations Center (OPS Center). Volunteers may assist with a variety of hands-on tasks, including:

• folding and assembling printed materials
• counting and sorting items
• stacking and organizing materials
• stuffing envelopes and packaging resources
• applying labels and stickers
• stamping and preparing mailings
• shrink-wrapping and preparing shipments

Assignments vary based on current operational needs.

What are your working hours?

The Operations Center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday.

What other opportunities do you have?

Every Tuesday, we gather for chapel, featuring a speaker from our International Ministry team or one of our Ministry Partners who shares powerful stories about our persecuted Christian family around the world.

On Wednesdays, we host a question-and-answer session for volunteers, led by a representative from our International Ministry department.

We also invite you to take a peaceful prayer walk around the pond on our property. Guided tours of the Wurmbrand Center can be scheduled as well.

To discover more ways to serve, get involved.

Do you provide housing and what is the cost of the housing?

There are several furnished, two-bedroom apartments that are made available to approved volunteers. Each apartment sleeps four to six people in single beds. Some units have a double or queen bed and two twin beds, so those only sleep four people. Each apartment has a working kitchen, bed linens, laundry, Wi-Fi and local phone. The apartments are scheduled on a “first-approved,” first-served basis, and reservations must be made in advance. Check-in is Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Check-out is Saturday morning before 10:00 a.m. Check-outs are not allowed on Sundays.

All towels (including hand towels and washcloths) and extra bed linens are provided and can be found in the hallway cabinets of each apartment.

Do you provide meals for volunteers?

Volunteers must provide their own meals. The Operations Center has a break room with a refrigerator, microwave and sink.

How many people can I bring in my group?

Groups may not exceed 15 participants.

For youth group reservations, there must be at least one adult leader age 21 or older for every five students of the same sex. In addition, each minor volunteer must have a signed Minor Volunteer Release Waiver completed by a parent or legal guardian.

What is the age limit for children?

Children under 8 are not allowed to volunteer. Individuals or families who bring other minors or grandchildren must also have a Minor Volunteer Release Waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.

How do I apply to volunteer?

All prospective volunteers are required to complete the online Volunteer Application. Paper applications are not available. Our Human Resources team will conduct a background check, review your submission, and notify you by email once your application has been approved. When you are ready to begin serving, please contact the Volunteer Services Schedule to arrange your volunteer opportunity, which may be scheduled for up to one week.

All adults age 18 and older must submit a volunteer application, and all volunteers are required to renew their application every two years.

What if I am a returning volunteer?

Returning volunteers can contact our Volunteer Services team at volunteer@vom.org. If you have not volunteered in the last two years, please complete a new application.

Documents to Read

Please review the following documents before applying. For the best experience, please use a computer rather than a cell phone as formatting may vary across mobile devices.

• Volunteer Guidelines
• 2026 Handbook
• Volunteer Release Waiver

The Volunteer Process