Leadership Volunteer Needs
Updated: August 10, 2026
Learn more about Leadership Volunteers, what they do, and how to become one.
Canadians wishing to serve in the U.S. must book at least 3 weeks prior to their service term to allow time for border entry paperwork to be completed. Unfortunately, at this time Canadian border-crossing restrictions prohibit U.S. volunteers from serving with MDS in Canada.
Description: The Gray Fire, which started near Medical Lake, Washington, and the Oregon Road Fire, which started near Elk, Washington, are two significant wildfires that occurred in the area in 2023. Both fires resulted in significant damage, with the Gray Fire destroying over 259 structures and the Oregon Road Fire destroying 126 homes and 258 outbuildings, and over 20,000 acres of damage.
Available Date Ranges
| Oct 31 - Nov 28 | Crew Leader |
| Oct 31 - Nov 21 | Crew Leader |
Description: In September 2024, wind and flooding from Hurricane Helene devastated North Carolina, primarily in its western Appalachian region, destroying infrastructure and homes and cutting off power, transportation, and communications to many towns for prolonged periods. Several mudslides occurred across the region, significantly worsening the damage.
Available Date Ranges
| Oct 14 - 31 | Crew Leader |
Description: Hurricane Idalia was a powerful and destructive Category 4 hurricane that caused significant damage across parts of the southeastern United States, especially in North Florida, in late August 2023. September 2024 Hurricane Helene brought more damage to the area.
Available Date Ranges
| Oct 10 - Nov 6 | 2 spaces (couple/individual) |
More Information
For more information or to serve, please contact:
Canadian residents: Rose Klassen at 866-261-1274 or through this form.
U.S. residents: Jody Zorbaugh (717-964-4969) or Karla Friesen (717- 735-3536) via phone or through this form.
RV Volunteer Needs
Updated: August 10, 2026
Learn more about RV Volunteers, what they do, and how to become one.
Canadians wishing to serve in the U.S. must book at least 3 weeks prior to their service term to allow time for border entry paperwork to be completed. Unfortunately, at this time Canadian border-crossing restrictions prohibit U.S. volunteers from serving with MDS in Canada.
More Information
For more information or to serve, please contact:
Canadian residents: Rose Klassen at 866-261-1274 or through this form.
U.S. residents: Jody Zorbaugh (717-964-4969) or Karla Friesen (717- 735-3536) via phone or through this form.