East County Christmas 4 Kids

This is a yearly event that is one of the largest in San Diego providing gifts and meals for families in need in the community of El Cajon.

If you are interested in getting involved in the East County Christmas for Kids or would like more information please contact Dave Sapper by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Giving Tree

The Giving Tree is an Outreach Ministry-sponsored service project that encourages our parish families to share the spirit of giving by providing gifts to families and individuals in need during the Christmas season.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Giving Tree or would like more information, please contact Jane Cruz Alfano by phone at

(619) 442-1697 or email the Parish Life Director.



Operation Stand Down

Operation Stand Down provides food, beverages, hygiene products to our homeless and hospitalized Veterans of War.

If you are interested in getting involved in Operation Stand Down or would like more information please contact Carlos and Patti Cuellar by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve .



San Diego Food Bank

The San Diego Blood Bank ministry coordinates blood drives four times a year at the parish.

If you interested in getting involved in the San Diego Blood Bank or would like more information please contact Dave Sapper by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve by clicking the button at the top of the page.

For more information please visit https://www.sandiegobloodbank.org/.

Thanksgiving Food Drive

St. Luke's Thanksgiving Food Drive is an Outreach service in support of Mama's Kitchen, a community-driven organization providing nutritional support to men, women, and children affected by AIDS or cancer and who are vulnerable to hunger.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Thanksgiving Food Drive or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitilasso by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

Big Brother / Big Sister of San Diego

This organization helps children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships with mentors that try to have a measurable impact on youth. In order to take part in this organization you must be over 18 years, have a one-year commitment and go through an interview process.

If you are interested in getting involved in Big Brothers/Sisters of SD or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitilasso at the Parish Office by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve by clicking the button at the top of the page.

For more information please visit https://sdbigs.org/.

Christopher J. Collins Foundation

This organization is dedicated to helping San Diego youths develop leadership and confidence. This organization also provides children with disabilities assurance in living productive lives.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Christopher J. Collins Foundation or would like more information, please contact Marty Collins by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.chriscollinsfoundation.org/.



Culture of Family Life Services

This organization provides medical, spiritual and material support for unplanned pregnancy.

If you are interested in getting involved in Culture of Life Services or would like more information, please contact Pat Riggs or Dave Condit by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://colfsclinic.org/.



El Nido Project

This is a transitional living project for homeless victims of domestic violence and their families.

If you are interested in getting involved in the El Nido Project or would like more information please contact Jane Alfano by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email the Parish Life Director.



God Box

Grossmont Hospital Volunteers

This organization is the largest rehabilitation program for the homeless in San Diego. Volunteers are needed in various programs such as food service or counseling. Orientation is required along with a minimum age requirement of 10 years.

If you are interested in getting involved in Grossmont Hospital Volunteers or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitilasso at the Parish Office by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Holy Trinity Pantry

This organization supplies food to families in need in El Cajon.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Holy Trinity Food Pantry or would like more information, please contact Mike Wasyliw by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Hoover High Foundation

This organization raises scholarship funds for children with lower GPA who do not qualify for the upper division scholarships.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Hoover High Foundation or would like more information, please contact Robert Guarnotta by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Kiwanis International

This global organization is dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.

If you are interested in getting involved in Kiwanis International or would like more information, please contact Jim Cate by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve. 

For more information please visit https://www.kiwanis.org/.



Lions Club International

This organization empowers volunteers to serve their community, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding. This organization is responsible for the annual eyeglass collection at the parish.

If you are interested in getting involved in the Lions Clubs International or would like more information please contact Kelly Sinclair by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.lionsclubs.org/en.



Mama's Kitchen

This is a non-profit charitable organization that delivers food and support to San Diegan's affected by AIDS.

If you are interested in getting involved in Mama's Kitchen or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitilasso the Parish Office by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.mamaskitchen.org/.



Meals on Wheels

This organization enhances the quality of life for elder San Diego residents providing appetizing, nutritious meals, support and a warm friendly smile.

If you are interested in getting involved in Meals on Wheels or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitalasso at the Parish Office by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.meals-on-wheels.org/.



Nativity Prep Academy

This is a private, all-scholarship middle school in the Jesuit tradition dedicated to providing a rigorous college-prepatory education to young men and women of low income families who will be the first in their families to graduate from college.

If you are are interested in getting involved in the Nativity Prep Academy or would like more information, please contact Randall Sanner by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://nativityprep.org/.



Noah Homes

This organization provides residential homes and services for adults with developmental disabilities.

If you are interested in getting involved in Noah Homes or would like more information, please contact Kay Krueger by email to Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://noahhomes.org/.



Outreach to the Sick and Dying

This organization is a network of care and resources.

If you are interested in getting involved in Outreach to the Sick and Dying or would like more information, please contact Rich Warcholik by phone at (619) 933-8468 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Prison/Detention Ministry

This organization visits prisoners and inmates for spiritual services and counseling, a background check and training are required.

If you are interested in getting involved in Prison/Detention Ministry or would like more information, please contact Dan Cannon or Dan Molden by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.



Saint Jude Children's Research

This organization raises money through various fundraisers to benefit St. Jude's.

If you are interested in getting involved in Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital or would like more information, please contact Carlos and Patti Cuellar by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.stjude.org/.



San Diego or Sharp Hospice

If you are interested in getting involved in Meals on Wheels or would like more information, please contact Joanie Maitilasso at the Parish Office by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://www.sharp.com/services/hospice/.



Survivors Teaching Students

This organization brings together cancer survivors to share their stories with medical students, doctors and nurses.

If you are interested in getting involved in Survivors Teaching Students or would like more information, please contact Lynn Neu by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://ocrahope.org/get-involved/survivors-teaching-students/.

USO & Veteran's Village

This organization provides food for military families in need.

If you are interested in getting involved or would like more information, please contact Carlos and Patti Cuellar by phone at (619) 442-1697 or email Ministries & Opportunities to Serve.

For more information please visit https://vvsd.net/.

American Red Cross

For more information please visit https://www.redcross.org/.

Catholic Campaign for Human Development

For more information please visit https://www.usccb.org/committees/catholic-campaign-human-development.

Catholic Relief Services

For more information please visit https://www.crs.org/.

Catholic Volunteer Network

For more information please visit https://catholicvolunteernetwork.org/.

Fair Trade USA

For more information please visit https://www.fairtradecertified.org/.

Habitat for Humanity

For more information please visit https://www.habitat.org/.

Heifer International

For more information please visit https://www.heifer.org/.

Home of Guiding Hands

For more information please visit https://www.guidinghands.org/.

Special Olympics

For more information please visit https://www.specialolympics.org/.

UNICEF

For more information please visit https://www.unicef.org/.

World Wildlife Fund

For more information please visit https://www.worldwildlife.org/.