CAFOD volunteers – we salute you!

A CAFOD volunteer goes beyond the call of duty! ["CAFOD"]

Volunteers are at the heart of our work. Talented, generous and committed, they give up their time and energy to make a difference.

In 1960, we were founded by volunteers; a group of inspirational Catholic women who decided to put their faith into practice and do something about injustice.

Through the decades we’ve been honoured to work with people who volunteer their time, energy and skills to fight poverty with CAFOD.

Our volunteers raise funds, rally supporters, organise events, count donations, write letters, climb mountains, bake cakes... you name it, they do it!

Overseas, we support thousands of awe-inspiring volunteers who work tirelessly to improve life in their communities, sometimes in dangerous situations, often against the odds.

Put simply, we think volunteers are amazing! Thank you to all the volunteers, past and present, who make our work possible.

To find out more about volunteering with CAFOD click here

Volunteer stories

"I want to be a light in the world." Magdalen Donatus, 43, started caring for people with HIV after her daughter died because of AIDS. She volunteers with St Monica’s health clinic in Nigeria, a CAFOD partner.

"Volunteering is wrapped up with my faith." Roger Wemyss-Brooks, 64, is a volunteer picture researcher for CAFOD. With years of professional experience behind him, CAFOD is lucky to benefit from Roger’s expertise.

"I've developed a real passion for causes worth fighting for." Lucy Jenkinson, 20, hopes to work for a charity when she finishes her studies. She volunteers with CAFOD’s community fundraising and campaigns teams during university holidays.

"Why do I volunteer? Because I care about folk." Fred Uttley, 65, has volunteered with CAFOD for eight years. From planning fundraising events, to enthusing young people in schools, Fred’s tireless energy has raised thousands for our work around the world.

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Give For every £1 given to our Give it up! appeal this Lent, including Lent Fast Day, the government will donate another £1 – doubling your donation and changing even more lives

Pray 884 million people do not have access to clean, safe water. Pray with us this Lent that waters may flow and injustice may be washed away.

Act Help us turn the tide on water poverty. Join our Thirst for change campaign and ensure world leaders hear our call: taps and toilets for all.

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