Apply to Volunteer
Become a Mercy Volunteer
For a list of possible volunteer opportunities at Mercy, check out our Opportunities Directory.
Please complete all required parts below to begin the process. Please read the descriptions carefully to know if you will be a "Regular Volunteer" or participating in a "One-Time" engagement. If you would rather complete your application process on paper/in person, please let us know. Questions or concerns may be directed to Mercy Volunteer Services, (319) 398-6035 or govolunteer@mercycare.org.
Part 1: Submit an Application
All volunteers (inclusive of job shadows and one-time engagements) must complete an application. Please read the descriptions below to know which application to complete and then proceed to Part 2.
Part 2: Let’s get started!
Once you have completed your application, a representative from Mercy will contact you to schedule your orientation.
Some volunteer opportunities require a health screen. If you have selected to regularly volunteer at Mercy Medical Center, you will schedule this dafter your orientation. Exceptions: If you intend on participating as a one-time volunteer, job shadow (8 hours or less), on a Mercy committee or board, knitting/quilting/crafting, Family Caregivers Center of Mercy volunteer, or the Mercy Auxiliary committees and events (except Uncommon Grounds), the health screen requirement does not apply to you.
*Mercy Volunteer Services reserves the right to request background checks of any volunteer. You may be asked to complete this form prior to your volunteer engagement as needed.
It is our commitment to provide a great volunteer experience, starting with these first critical steps. If we have not responded within five business days, please call or email us at (319) 398-6035 or govolunteer@mercycare.org.
Thank you for choosing Mercy as your volunteer destination of choice!
