Volunteer Opportunities with Christian Appalachian Project

VOLUNTEER CORPS: ONE-YEAR

Each year, St. Anne’s-Belfield School brings its entire freshman class to CAP for YouthFest, an alternative spring break service trip in Eastern Kentucky. Emma Krall’s first YouthFest led to an unexpected journey.

That first trip she spent a week with classmates repairing homes. “That was my first experience with construction, and it was so rewarding because of the CAP team leaders,” Emma said.

When her church was looking for a location for their senior mission trip she suggested a CAP Service Trip. During that week she learned about other volunteer opportunities and Emma set her heart on returning as a counselor at a CAP camp.

“I knew right away that I would have an amazing experience,” she said. “It sounds dramatic, but my time at camp changed my life. I learned so much about myself, my faith, and what I wanted to do with my life. I am so thankful I had the chance to experience the pure love and service that camp embodies.”

During her first summer, Emma met a One- Year CAP Volunteer Corps and AmeriCorps Member. After their conversation Emma immediately knew she wanted to spend a year serving at CAP after graduation.

“I am so happy that I am here,” she exclaimed. “I’m so grateful for my first trip for showing me what an amazing organization CAP is.”

CAP is interdenominational and intergenerational, so our volunteer communities are a vibrant collection of individuals from diverse backgrounds. For many volunteers, making a commitment to the pillar of spirituality means growing closer in their relationship with God. For others, this pillar manifests itself through personal reflection and growth. All volunteers are expected to participate in daily devotions.