Volunteer
I want to donate my time to help people in my community affected by domestic violence and sexual assault.
Volunteer of the Month
Litzi
Featured Volunteer of the Month: May 2025
Volunteer Start Date: January 2026
Time Served: 236 Hours
Litzi is a senior at Chico State and is graduating this month with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and a minor in Women’s Studies. She chose to intern with Catalyst because she felt our mission and values strongly align with her own. She was also drawn to the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community.
Litzi says that her favorite volunteering experiences have been providing community education at various outreach tabling events, such as health fairs and awareness events (e.g., Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day). She says she “really enjoys being able to go out into the community and connect with others.” She leads a weekly self-care group for Catalyst participants living at the shelter.
Litzi received the Up-and-Coming Advocate Award at this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Event. Catalyst staff have greatly enjoyed her positive attitude and willingness to do whatever tasks need to be done.
Fun Facts: Litzi loves live music and listening to music in general. She attends many concerts and tries to go at least two to three times a year. She already has a few lined up for later this year. She enjoys all kinds of food, but one of her favorites is Korean BBQ. She makes sure to always have some when she travels back to her hometown.
She spends her free time watching movies, reading, or thrifting. Litzi also likes to spend time outdoors and greatly enjoys the company of her family and friends.
Thank you, Litzi, for all you have done to support Catalyst and your community!
We love our volunteers!
Winter 2025 Class of Volunteers
Next Training Opportunity:
3 Week In-Person Daytime Training
August 4th-August 21st
Monday-Thursday 9:30-4:30
1-hour lunch break
Chico, CA
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Crisis intervention on the 24-hour hotline;
- Direct support to participants in our housing programs and drop-in offices (Chico and Oroville);
- On-call Sexual Assault Forensic Exam accompaniment;
- Assistance in the Children’s Program;
- Legal advocacy and court accompaniment;
- Educational groups for HAVEN residents;
- Providing information at community events;
- Administrative assistance.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- A minimum commitment of 6 service hours per week for no less than 6 months (volunteers are
welcomed and encouraged to continue with the program after 6 months); - Completion of 65-hour domestic violence and sexual assault counselor training (CA Evidence Codes 1037.1 & 1035.2);
- Completion of screening and background check;
- Participation in 8-hours continuing education per year offered by Catalyst.
If you are interested in volunteering with Catalyst, please review the Volunteer Job Description and the Volunteer Training Schedule, then complete the online application by clicking the link below. Please note that during the application process, you will be prompted to agree to the responsibilities listed in the job description and to the training dates listed in the schedule.
Training is required for all new volunteers, interns, and staff. Class space is limited to 20 total participants. Apply as soon as possible. Interview is required.
