Partnering with Tucson MVS
Tucson MVS matches volunteers with nonprofits and community-based organizations to utilize their gifts and serve the community of Tucson for one to two years.
MVS volunteers come ready in the spirit of service to use their degrees and experience, and to volunteer with your organization as they explore the connections of peace, justice, and creation care in Tucson.
What Does Tucson MVS Provide?
Talented Volunteers
Talented volunteers from across the U.S. commit to serving and supporting the goals of your organization, working 32-36 hours per week during their year of service.
Community & Support
The Tucson MVS support committee and Program Coordinator stay in touch with your organization and provide support and community for volunteers to equip them to effectively work and serve. Tucson MVS emphasizes community building and positive relationships within the unit - if your organization’s placement position has many evening and weekend hours involved, contact the Tucson MVS Program Coordinator to further explore whether the position and hours are a good fit!
Background Checks
Housing
Educational Retreats
Background and reference checks for each volunteer are completed when entering the MVS program to ensure they’re a good fit for serving and growing in community and volunteering at your organization. The volunteers also undergo an initial interview process before we recommend them to any agencies.
Housing and utilities, a personal stipend, and health insurance are provided for the volunteers, who are supported by the community of Shalom Mennonite Fellowship.
Volunteers will receive 10 days of vacation time to be taken during the year. In addition, some days off will be required for major holidays, MVS retreats and educational trips. Your organization may also provide additional time off, according to your policies.
What Do Partner Organizations Provide?
Training for volunteers in skills they may need to complete the responsibilities required of each unique volunteer position.
Completing a Memo of Understanding with Tucson MVS.
A stipend of $1,000 per month, per position. For second year volunteers, the stipend is $1,200 per month.
Communication with Tucson MVS’s Program Coordinator about events or any support they might need to provide.
Learn More about the partnership process & timeline
About Us
MVS has been at work in Tucson for nearly 50 years! We aim to cultivate community, faith, and connection in our local unit through service, faith, and cross-cultural understanding.
Our unit is supported by Shalom Mennonite Fellowship, a local Mennonite church whose mission is to extend wide welcome, honor God’s earth, and work toward social justice for all.
Connect with Us!
We can’t wait to connect with you and answer any questions you may have.