Celebrating National Volunteer Month

Dear Volunteers and Friends,

April is National Volunteer Month, and we want to start by saying something simple but deeply true: our work would not be possible without you.

At Dorothy Day House, volunteers are not an “extra”—you are essential. You create stability for families in transition, bring warmth into our homes, and help make what could be a temporary shelter feel like a place of dignity, care, and community. Whether you’ve given your time once or continue to show up again and again, you are part of the reason families are able to stay together and move forward.

As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are reminded that this work is truly a collective effort. Thank you for showing up, for caring deeply, and for being part of this community.

With gratitude,

Dorothy Day House Team