VOLUNTEER AT THE NATIONAL SHRINE GROTTO

Join the National Shrine Grotto community in a special way by volunteering! There are a number of ways to become involved, including liturgical ministries at Mass, assisting with crowd control and/or parking for events, shuttle driving, helping to maintain the grounds by assisting our Operations crew, and more. Volunteers can choose any schedule that works for them, whether that’s monthly, weekly, or just once in a while. The Shrine is truly grateful for the wonderful community of volunteers here, as each play such an invaluable role in continuing the mission of promoting our Blessed Mother.

Liturgical Ministries

• Lector
• Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
• Altar Server
• Usher
• Lead Rosary

Special Events

• Set-up/Clean-up
• Shuttle Driver
• Crowd Control
• Parking 
• Passing out Worship Aids

Steps to Volunteer

1. Application Form
   • Complete the National Shrine Grotto's volunteer form and include which volunteer roles you might be interested in helping out with.
2. Background Check & VIRTUS Child Protection Training
   • Before being officially accepted as a volunteer, we ask all adults 18 years of age and older to complete a standard volunteer background check and a 45 minute online training. https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/
3. Interview & Placement
   • This is a time for you to meet some of the Grotto staff and for us to meet you! Based on the current volunteer needs, we will share the role(s) that might fit your interests.
4. Training/Orientation
   • This varies depending on your volunteer role(s).

Volunteer Application Form