Serving Our Neighbors

Faith calls us to serve.

Dayton Council 500 is committed to strengthening our community through charitable service, volunteerism, and outreach. Whether assisting at parish events, supporting local charities, or organizing programs for youth and families, we strive to make a positive difference throughout the Dayton area.

Service is one of the ways we live our Catholic faith every day.

Our Community Programs

Throughout the year, Council 500 sponsors and supports programs such as:

Soccer Challenge
Food Collections
Community Service Projects
Parish Festivals
Dayton Catholic Block Party
Charitable Fundraisers

Each program provides opportunities for members to serve while sharing Christ’s love with others.

Supporting Our Parishes

Council 500 actively supports the ministries and activities of our Family of Parishes.

Examples include:

Parish festivals
Parish work days
Hospitality events
Ministry support
Special parish celebrations
Volunteer assistance when needed

Our goal is to strengthen parish life through service.

Serving the Community

Our members volunteer in many ways throughout the year.

Examples include:

Helping families in need
Supporting local food pantries
Collecting clothing and essential items
Assisting at community events
Supporting Catholic schools
Promoting civic responsibility through youth programs

No act of service is too small.

Youth Programs

Council 500 encourages young people to develop leadership, sportsmanship, citizenship, and faith.

Programs include:

Soccer Challenge
Citizenship Essay Contest
Future youth activities

We look forward to expanding these opportunities in the years ahead.

Working Together

Our Community Program succeeds because of volunteers.

Whether you can give one hour or one day, your time and talents help strengthen our Council and our community.

There are opportunities for every member to serve.

Learn More About Volunteering

Community Director

The Community Director coordinates Council 500’s outreach efforts and works with our parish communities to identify opportunities where the Knights can make a difference.

If you have ideas for a community service project or would like to volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.

Called to Serve

“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve.”
Mark 10:45

Inspired by Christ’s example, the men of Council 500 strive to serve with humility, generosity, and joy.

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