QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for the program:


• be single
• have Bachelor's Degree or comparable work experience
• be in good physical and mental health
• have a desire to work with the marginalized and those in need
• be willing to live and to participate fully in community life

THE PROGRAM PROVIDES


• health insurance
• transportation at the beginning and end of the service
• room and board
• monthly stipend
• AmeriCorps Education Awards eligibility for sites in the United States

FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROGRAM CONTACT
Brother Bob Koppes, CFC
Christian Brothers Volunteer Program
10001 South Pulaski Road, Suite 105
Chicago, IL 60655-3356
Telephone: 773-298-2520
Fax: 773-429-4381
Website: www.cbvp.org
Email: christianbrosvp@sbcglobal.net

The Christian Brother Volunteer Program is a member of CNVS. Click link below for more information.

PURPOSE
The Christian Brothers Volunteer Program sponsored by the North American Province of the Congregation of Christian Brothers offers single, men and women between the ages of 21 and 26 the opportunity to:

• grow as a person
• experience community living
• work with the marginalized in educational and social service ministries.

DESCRIPTION
Volunteers commit themselves for one year to live in community with the Brothers and other volunteers during which time they become partners with the Brothers in community, mission and ministry.

SERVICE
Volunteers, using their personal gifts and academic preparation, are involved in a variety of educational and social service ministries.

LOCATIONS
Opportunities for both men and women are available in Bonita Springs, Florida, New Orleans, Luisiana, and Ontario, Canada. Opportunities for men only are available in Grenada, BWI.