Make an Impact in Your Community

Join the Saving Grace Volunteer Team

Give your time, skills, and compassion to support survivors and help build a community free from violence.

Direct Service Volunteers

Become a Certified Advocate with the State of Oregon

Direct service volunteers play an integral role providing confidential services to survivors at no cost. After completing the required training, advocates can support survivors through our 24-hour helpline, hospital response team, legal advocacy, and support groups. 

Apply to Become an Advocate

Fall 2026 Training Schedule

Our Fall 2026 training will prepare new volunteers to serve on the helpline and hospital response team.

Training takes place in person in Bend. In addition to the primary training dates, volunteers will choose one specialized training: Hospital Response or Helpline.

Upcoming Training Session Dates
(All dates are required)

  • Saturday, October 3rd 9am-5pm

  • Sunday, October 4th 9am-5pm

  • Saturday, October 17th 9am-5pm

  • Sunday, October 18th 9am-5pm

Hospital Response Team Training

  • Saturday, October 24th 9am-5pm

Helpline Training

  • Sunday, October 25th 9am-5pm

Apply Now

Applications due by October 1st, 2026

  • “I love being able to provide resources, hope and immediate relief to those who are suffering.” - Vicki G.

  • "My favorite part about volunteering at Saving Grace is working with clients! They are the true heroes, and their courage inspires me every day. It is an honor to stand by their side and share their journey." - Andrea W.

  • "I love helping clients take a step towards being safe. Applying for a restraining order can be a step towards that process. I get a chance to listen to them and help them maneuver through the confusing paperwork at a time when they are feeling alone and vulnerable." - Brenda W.

Direct Service Volunteer FAQs

  • State and Federal mandates require that advocates working with survivors of intimate partner and sexual violence complete a minimum of 40 hours of training. Saving Grace offers the training 2-3 times per year.

  • No. Saving Grace will provide you with all the training you need to effectively support survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence.

  • After completing the 40 hour training requirement, we request that volunteers commit to 1 volunteer shift per month.

  • For individuals attending the training with the intention of committing to at least 1 shift per month for a minimum of 1 year, there is no charge. If you would like to attend the training for other personal or professional reasons, there is a small fee to attend.

  • Direct Service Volunteers must be aged 18+.

Still Have Questions About Volunteering?

We’re happy to help you find the right volunteer opportunity.
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator: jenna.m@saving-grace.org

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