prospective volunteers

Dominican Volunteers USA is an exciting and challenging full time 10 month, 12 month, or 2 year long life experience for mission-driven women and men who have a desire to serve, and an ability to work and live in diverse multi-cultural and intergenerational settings.
The DVUSA experience is for many the beginning of a life-long commitment to working for justice and peace. Some volunteers continue on as staff at their placements or other similar non-profits. Others go on to graduate school to pursue careers of service (ministry, social work, education, law, medicine, Seminary). Dominican Volunteers gain valuable mission and life experience that is well respected and a strong foundation for whatever they choose to do next.
Are you prepared for a year in mission? A year of full time service requires deep commitment, flexibility, a willingness to take risks and to be stretched, a sense of humor, good health, and a positive, faith-filled disposition.

Are you eligible? Prospective DV's must be 21 or older, have two years of college or work experience, and be a U.S. citizen. DVUSA also accepts married couples, so long as they do not have dependents.

Is it too late? Probably not! The priority deadline for the application is February 28, but we accept applications on a rolling basis until May 31. Early applicants have priority in being placed and will have the greatest possibilities for service. Remember to have three personal references submitted in addition to your application.

For more, go to Prospective Volunteers FAQ

DVUSA only places domestic volunteers. If you are interested in international placements we hope you will consider Dominican Volunteers International.