Volunteers celebrated the opening of their new centre at 318 High Street, following a move from their previous location.

A team of dedicated volunteers are behind the operation of the local op shop, which passes on proceeds from sales to support the organisation's programs.

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Volunteer of two decades Faye Allwood said it had been a cause close to her heart from the moment she first heard about it.

"We need people to help young ones on the street," she said.

"Some of these kids have been abused, or they're addicted to drugs, but we've seen some of them going to uni.

"Kids that come through here, we find them very respectful. We pull them into line if they're not."

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Ms Allwood said it was great to see all the work Father Chris Riley was doing to help the young people locally and afar.

She is grateful she can do her part to help by volunteering at the local shop.

"I can't do what he does but I can do this to help," she said.

"I believe that the kids of today need to have help, there are no jobs for them.

"They say there are plenty of jobs, but come up to the country, there are no jobs."

Those interested in helping the cause can shop at the store, or register as a volunteer.

To volunteer at the Maitland shop, contact 0472 826 578.