Needs From: Volunteer Houston

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

Currently, Down N Dirty shifts are offered from 9AM-Noon every day.

PetSmart Volunteer – We have some of our cats that show at the PetSmart cattery on South Shepherd and always need more volunteers who are interested in helping socialize the cats, clean the cages, feed the cats, and answer questions from the public.

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

As a dog behavior volunteer, you will help provide various enrichment needs to our dogs (think kongs and nose work!). Enrichment volunteers are essential to help improve the daily lives of our dogs at the shelter.* Our Behavior volunteer program is a five-step program, and you'll start out as a BV1 volunteer (behavior volunteer - level 1). Our behavior program is truly one-of-a-kind. You'll learn such much, like how animals communicate, different types of enrichment, how to read body language, learning theory, and so much more. 

Current Behavior Dog Volunteer shifts from from 2-5PM every day - including weekends.

Sign up today to help our dogs get the socialization and enrichment that they deserve!

Note - This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

We'd love for your to join our FFL event volunteer team! Event volunteers help set up the events, manage animals brought to the event, answer questions from the public, and help breakdown afterward.

Event volunteers help us raise funds, recruit new volunteers, find adopters and get our animals into their forever homes. We always need volunteer help at our events!!

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

As a cat enrichment volunteer, you will provide various enrichment needs to our cats (think kitty kongs and bubbles!). Enrichment volunteers are essential to helping improve the daily lives of our cats at the shelter. Our Behavior volunteer program is a five step program, and you'll start out as a BV1 volunteer (behavior volunteer - level 1) focused on enrichment. Our behavior program is truly one-of-a-kind. You'll learn such much, like how animals communicate, different types of enrichment, how to read body language, learning theory, and so much more. 

Sign up today to help our cats get the socialization and enrichment that they deserve!

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the no-kill shelter model to Houston - saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives.

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Do you love talking with people and have great communication/listening skills? We have the perfect volunteer position for you!

The Greeter will welcome people to the shelter, ask them what they need, and then provide basic details about adopting (including our adoption process), fostering, volunteering, or donating (depending on what the visitors has stopped in for). We created an outline of talking points with all these basics covered to keep it simple. Greeters will be equipped to cover the most basic, high-level version of this information so they can get visitors to the right place efficiently.

Current hours:
Open 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays)

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

Ever wonder where those Red Barrel donations go – they go to your local food pantry!

Volunteers are needed to pick up Red Barrel food donations from two nearby grocery stores in the Cypress area and deliver donations to the Cy-Fair Helping Hands Community Food Pantry at 9204 Emmott Road on a Monday or Thursday morning between the hours of 9:00 am – 12:30 pm. Volunteers must be over 18, have a large vehicle (e.g., pick-up truck, van or SUV) and car insurance. This is a relatively flexible position that doesn’t require a lot of time commitment yet contributes significantly to our mission to bring hope to the homeless and hungry!

Hospice volunteers provide a variety of direct and indirect services to patients and their families. Visits to provide companionship, caregiver relief, errands, music therapy, pet therapy, and other services are examples of direct services. Phone calls, pen-pals, and special projects like blanket crafting are examples of indirect services. Volunteers can also get involved with administrative support by assisting in the office. Participate in events at assisted living such as bingo or karaoke. Attend fairs to recruit volunteers at campuses. Hand out flyers to the community to recruit volunteers.

What hospice volunteer does is determined by their abilities and interests.

If you would like to find out more please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator...

Hospice volunteers provide a variety of direct and indirect services to patients and their families. Visits to provide companionship, caregiver relief, errands, music therapy, pet therapy, and other services are examples of direct services. Phone calls, pen-pals, and special projects like blanket crafting are examples of indirect services. Volunteers can also get involved with administrative support by assisting in the office. Participate in events at assisted living such as bingo or karaoke. Attend fairs to recruit volunteers at campuses. Hand out flyers to the community to recruit volunteers.

What hospice volunteer does is determined by their abilities and interests.

If you would like to find out more please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator..

Microsoft Word – Digital Literacy Class

Do you love technology and enjoy helping others gain confidence with digital tools? Are you fluent in English and Spanish and comfortable offering live translation or tech support?

We’re seeking bilingual volunteers to assist with our 10-week Microsoft Word course for adult learners. Volunteers may help participants navigate computers, understand key Word functions, and encourage learners as they build valuable digital literacy skills. No teaching experience required—just patience, kindness, and a love for sharing knowledge!

Class Schedule: Wednesdays, 9:00am–10:30am, beginning September 24, 2025
Location: Friends of Northside, 6615 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX 77022
Curriculum and resources provided

If you’re interested in supporting this course or leading future sessions, we’d love to hear from you! Register here: https://attack-poverty-432924.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3047993

Contact / Contacto:
amanda@attackpoverty.org
(832) 516-9872
Text us: (409) 210-1893

ARE YOU BILINGUAL?

ARE YOU
A follower of Jesus?
Willing to be vulnerable about your own
life and to listen and pray with others?
Passionate about seeing people grow
spiritually and economically?
A learner, servant, and encourager?
Able to spend time walking patiently with
someone through ups and downs?
Become a Faith & Finances Ally

Register here: https://attack-poverty-432924.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3049634

Allies walk alongside people participating in Faith & Finances, joining them on their journey. Allies work with each participant, providing encouragement, advocacy, and supportive friendship. Along the way, Allies learn just as much—or more—from participants as they come together to discover God’s design for their money.

Time Commitment 

Volunteers are requested to commit to teaching for the length of the semester. It can be multiple classes on Tuesday and Thursday or one class, one day a week.

Our ESL program follows the academic year schedule, August through May, with breaks for holidays and in between semesters. 

We believe this time commitment is necessary to foster relationships based on trust, respect, and the love of Christ, and will allow the volunteer to see the direct benefit of their role as a mentor/tutor.

For more information, please contact Amanda Mendoza.
email: amanda@attackpoverty.org
call: 832-516-9872
text: 409-210-1893

Invest yourself in building relationships with children and help spark their imagination through music, learning activities, play, and creative art activities. Activities are planned and directed by the classroom teacher. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Spend one-on-one time with a child who requires individualized help or attention. Invest in the Prayer, Affirmation, and Love of one specific child. Curriculum and activities will be provided. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Spend time visiting with a group of 2 to 3 children, reading and doing interactive education kits. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Provide general assistance at the centers. This may include: developing and organizing supplies and materials, prepping gifts for teachers and mothers, assisting at any of the above events, helping at graduation, data input, cutting, laminating, printing, filing, snack prep, bulletin board prep, building classroom furniture, cleaning classroom rugs, and other general activities. (Available times: 8 - 5 pm)

Provide support to teachers during lunch and nap time transitions. Volunteers will assist in cleaning up after lunch, sweeping the classroom, wiping down tables, disposing of trash, helping children wash their hands and change their clothes, and patting the children to sleep. (Available times: 11 am to 1 pm)

Garden Maintenance: If you have a passion for gardening and working with children, we would love your help with our garden maintenance! We currently have two gardens that need regular management. This volunteer opportunity will involve gardening with children.

Landscaping: Help beautify our outdoor spaces to create a welcoming environment for everyone. Please be advised that closed-toed shoes and clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty is a must. This opportunity does not involve working with children.

Summary
WINGS Ministries is looking for volunteers who have a heart to serve women-at-risk by facilitating WINGS Curriculum in one of several class locations.  Our immediate need includes Classroom Facilitators, Leads, and Co-Lead volunteers. 

 You will join a team of volunteers to teach a weekly faith-based program that provides life skills and job preparedness to women in weekly 90-minute classes. The women we serve may be incarcerated, in a transitional home, in a residential recovery center for drug and alcohol addiction, and/or may have been victims of sex trafficking, domestic violence or homelessness. The women we meet in each of these locations are grateful and receptive to our services. Our mission is to help them discover and embrace their identity in Christ while learning essential skills necessary to meet life's challenges. 

Required Attributes

Primary Areas of Responsibility

BillionGraves is the world's largest GPS-linked cemetery data resource. For more than a decade, volunteers have been taking photos of gravestones to help fulfill BillionGraves' mission to document the world's cemeteries.

As volunteers take photos with the BillionGraves app, each gravestone is automatically marked with a GPS location. The data is then transcribed by volunteers, plotted on cemetery maps, and made readily available at BillionGraves.com for millions of families around the globe to find their ancestors and grow their family trees. 

We need YOUR help! Go to this link to find a cemetery in your area where photos are still needed: https://billiongraves.com/justserve

All you need is a smartphone. It's easy and it's fun!

Volunteer Position: Donor Relations Manager (Remote)

Reports to: Executive Director

Overview: Project C.U.R.E. is seeking a mission-driven, detail-oriented Donor Relations Manager to serve as a key volunteer supporting donor engagement and relationship development. This remote role works closely with the Executive Director to help build a strong donor pipeline, manage relationships, and coordinate communications that lead to long-term support of our life-saving mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment: Flexible schedule with a preferred commitment of 4–6 hours per week. Some weekday availability is helpful for coordinating meetings and donor events.    Although this position is primarily remote, we would ask that you come to our Spring Branch warehouse for initial training and then occasionally thereafter.

Impact: By helping us engage and steward new and existing donors, you’ll directly contribute to Project C.U.R.E.’s ability to deliver critical medical supplies to underserved communities around the world. Your work ensures our donors feel valued and connected to the lives they are changing.

We help kids fall in love with reading by setting up fun, kid-friendly libraries right in their apartment communities.

Volunteers read with elementary students, do story time, get crafty with monthly projects, and participate in holiday parties. Along the way, we connect with parents and kids, making sure everyone gets to enjoy reading just for fun.

Come join us!

Website: www.kidsreadingroom.org

Purpose:  Serves as a volunteer for Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center mobile drives and community events.

Responsibilities:

For additional information about our volunteer program, please click here. Or, contact our volunteer coordinators at volunteering@giveblood.org.

Orientation is mandatory before beginning to volunteer

BillionGraves is the world's largest GPS-linked cemetery data resource. For more than a decade, volunteers have been taking photos of gravestones to help fulfill BillionGraves' mission to document the world's cemeteries.

As volunteers take photos with the BillionGraves app, each gravestone is automatically marked with a GPS location. The data is then transcribed by volunteers, plotted on cemetery maps, and made readily available at BillionGraves.com for millions of families around the globe to find their ancestors and grow their family trees. 

We need YOUR help! Go to this link to find a cemetery in your area where photos are still needed: https://billiongraves.com/justserve

All you need is a smartphone. It's easy and it's fun!

We need volunteers like you to help Goodwill Houston change lives! Through our volunteer program, we offer fun, hands-on opportunities to get you involved and help us make a meaningful impact in the Greater Houston area.

We need volunteers like you to help Goodwill Houston change lives! Through our volunteer program, we offer fun, hands-on opportunities to get you involved and help us make a meaningful impact in the Greater Houston area.

Are you a good organizer? Or a people person? Would you like to gain valuable experience while making a difference in your community? If so, your help is needed at MAM Resale Store and Warehouse! 

Volunteer opportunities at our Resale Store include assisting customers, operating the cash register, helping the cashier, or organizing and restocking the store. As a Warehouse volunteer, you would help sort and price incoming donations in one of our most needed areas. 

The sales from MAM's Resale Store & Boutique bring in over $2 million each year, supporting more than 20% of MAM’s budget. This funding helps us partner with hardworking Houstonians to build hope, stability, and well-being through education, employment, resources, and relationships. 

Let’s make Houston stronger, together! Fill out the form to join our volunteer squad:

If you're compassionate, fluent in English, and can volunteer a couple times per week, we want YOU to help a group of Houston adults learn to speak English. You'll meet some amazing people, experience the joy and fulfillment of helping others succeed, and know that you're making Houston a better place for us all.

Classes meet in-person Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday, and volunteers are especially needed 9am - 11am and 6:30pm - 8:30pm.

NO prior teaching experience or second language is required. If this volunteer opportunity is for you, we'll train you, match you with a group of adult learners, and support you as you get started on the exciting and hugely rewarding activity of helping your neighbors learn English as a second (or third!) language (ESL).

Please fill out this Google Form for further information: 

Volunteers are needed to supervise approximately 25 children while mothers participate in required therapeutic programming on-site. Children's ages range from 1 to 17.

Please note due to the sensitivity of clients and children in care, we do not allow court mandated volunteer hours. 

Please sign up here: https://events.civicchamps.com/organizations/3059/calendar/month

Activities with children range from holding/rocking infants, completing puzzles, board games, and supervision while playing outside (ex. bike riding, playing basketball, playing on the playground, etc.). This volunteer opportunity may occur indoors or outdoors (weather dependent). Moms will be attending their TC meetings from 7:00-8:15 PM on Tuesday evenings, so volunteers are asked to arrive at 6:45 PM to facilitate drop-off before TC. This shift will end at approximately 8:30 PM, once all moms have finished with their meeting and have arrived to pick up their children. Individual volunteers must be age 16 or older to sign up. Youth volunteers (ages 15 and younger) are welcome to volunteer along with their families but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ABOUT SUMMERHOUSE HOUSTON

Summerhouse offers community-based day services and supported employment services to adults with IDD. Members of our day services spend time in the community volunteering and participating in social activities, classes, exercise, and more in a low member-to-staff ratio.

Working together to make a significant and purposeful difference in the lives of all our young adults is at the core of everything we do at Summerhouse. Volunteers make up significant part of our mission. Your contributions of time, talent and treasure make a life transforming difference in the lives of our young adults at Summerhouse Houston. In the process, our Volunteers also experience love and fulfillment as they serve side-by-side with our young adults and all who engage with our mission.

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE

The program volunteer’s primary role is to support program design and implementation for Summerhouse Houston (SHH) members. The volunteer works closely with program staff to oversee creative, customized programming daily to provide high quality and impactful program services. If you or your team would like to work directly with our young adults, this is for you! Participate in our social and vocational activities and support members in achieving their goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 18+

2. Pass a background check

3. Reliable transportation preferred, volunteers need to be able to get to Summerhouse Houston or the location of the activity independently. If the volunteer does not have own transportation and meets at Summerhouse Houston, then he/she would need to participate in activities in which there is available space in Summerhouse Houston vans/cars

4. Maintain regular communication via text or email with Summerhouse Houston staff

5. Highly flexible and demonstrate patience as plans and ideas evolve to meet the needs of members

6. Outgoing, a creative thinker, and willing to actively engage with young adults of varying abilities

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

1. Previous experience and/or passion for working with person with IDD/autism

2. Able to pass background check

3. Able to lift up to 50lbs

TRAINING:

Initial training and orientation will be provided, as well as additional support and training to be developed as the program grows.

TIME COMMITMENT:

A commitment to at least 1 daytime/weekday activity per semester (fall, spring, or summer); 2-3 hours/week is preferred.

To become a volunteer, please fill out the application here: https://form.jotform.com/212556416797163

If you have any questions about becoming a volunteer, please email brooke@summerhousehouston.org.

Please note that this opportunity is for the Summerhouse Houston day program and the available hours to volunteer are between 8 am - 5 pm. If you would like to volunteer at our upcoming events, please contact brooke@summerhousehouston.org.

Want to know what we've been up to? Check out our 2022 Annual Report here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y9XT4SC5rTNGh9GeWFYJ0zP-wOu4qOrO/view?usp=share_link

We are recruiting vision screeners to assist schools who need help with conducting state mandated vision screenings. Volunteers must be eligible to work in public schools and the Foundation will provide required certification trainings on selected dates.  

Foundation will provide training and certification. 

Screener must be eligible to volunteer in public schools. 

Must have reliable transportation.

The Mission Success Mentorship Program goal is to connect students with mentors who provide guidance, career exposure, and life skills development. The program emphasizes strong, authentic relationships by incorporating structured mentorship meetings and low-stakes activities for engagement.

Key Goals:

Support personal & academic growth through mentorship.

Provide professional networking & career exposure through internships.

Foster meaningful mentor-mentee connections through shared activities.

Mentors will be paired with a mentee student who is a high school junior or senior, or a post-secondary/college student. 

Looking for someone with squash playing skills (US Squash rating of 3.5 or above) to help coach middle school and high school kids in an after-school program.  

Time: 4:15pm-6:45pm

Date: Monday - Friday for HISD school days

Looking for academics tutor. Subjects include english, math, language (German, English, Spanish, French). 

Times: Monday - Thursday

           4:15pm - 6:45pm

Thank you! 

We are a hospice company looking for compassionate volunteers to spend about 1-2 hours 2-4 times a month with a patient in your area. Our patients simply need someone willing to listen, encourage and spend time with them. Truly, anyone with a heart for hospice patients can volunteer.

Description

We are proud to be a part of the "We Honor Veterans" program; all our veterans deserve to have the best end of life care. In order to continue providing our patients with the compassionate care they deserve we rely on our volunteers, the heart of our company.

We are a hospice company looking for compassionate volunteers to spend about 1-2 hours 2-4 times a month with a patient in your area. Our patients simply need someone willing to listen, encourage and spend time with them. Truly, anyone with a heart for hospice patients can volunteer.

Description

We are proud to be a part of the "We Honor Veterans" program; all our veterans deserve to have the best end of life care. In order to continue providing our patients with the compassionate care they deserve we rely on our volunteers, the heart of our company.

We are a hospice company looking for compassionate volunteers to spend about 1-2 hours 2-4 times a month with a patient in your area. Our patients simply need someone willing to listen, encourage and spend time with them. Truly, anyone with a heart for hospice patients can volunteer.

Description

We are proud to be a part of the "We Honor Veterans" program; all our veterans deserve to have the best end of life care. In order to continue providing our patients with the compassionate care they deserve we rely on our volunteers, the heart of our company.

Volunteers often spend their time sharing stories with the people we care for while keeping them company, wherever they live. We welcome all. If you play an instrument, like to read stories, are great with arts and crafts, have a trade such as being a beautician/massage therapist or even a musician and have a big heart, this is the opportunity for you!

We are seeking volunteers that can offer 1 to 2 hours of their time, 2 to 4 times a month. Please call at 916-995-7067 or email vanessa.ewing@tctcares.com to discuss volunteer opportunities in your area. Thank you!


Note: Volunteers do NOT do patient care
This is companionship visits only

Do you know how to knit, draw, paint, or have a passion for creativity and helping people? WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU! 

We are a hospice company looking for compassionate volunteers to spend about 1-2 hours 2-4 times a month with a patient in your area. Our patients simply need someone willing to listen, encourage and spend time with them. Truly, anyone with a heart for hospice patients can volunteer.

Description

We are proud to be a part of the "We Honor Veterans" program; all our veterans deserve to have the best end of life care. In order to continue providing our patients with the compassionate care they deserve we rely on our volunteers, the heart of our company.

Volunteers often spend their time sharing stories with the people we care for while keeping them company, wherever they live. We welcome all. If you play an instrument, like to read stories, are great with arts and crafts, have a trade such as being a beautician/massage therapist or even a musician and have a big heart, this is the opportunity for you!

We are seeking volunteers that can offer 1 to 2 hours of their time, 2 to 4 times a month. Please call at 916-995-7067 or email vanessa.ewing@tctcares.com to discuss volunteer opportunities in your area. Thank you!


Note: Volunteers do NOT do patient care
This is companionship visits only

We are looking for veterans to be a companion with our vets on service and share stories, have a connection go on walks, play cards and etc. The Vet-to-Vet Program aims to pair recruited Veteran Volunteers with hospice patients who have been identified as Veterans. Once paired, Veteran Volunteers have the unique ability to relate and connect with each patient thereby creating an environment where life review and healing may occur. If this sounds like you come join our team. Reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator Vanessa Ewing 916-995-7067

We are in continuing need of non-perishable pantry staples such as canned beans and vegetables, pasta, dry beans and rice, boxed meals, meals or meat in a can (chili, tuna, hearty soups), canned tomatoes and pasta sauce, pasta, and peanut butter. These items can be dropped in our "Feed Frank" donation box located in our parking lot at any time. If you have a large donation, it is best to contact the Pantry at himpantry@gmail.com to schedule a specific delivery time.

We have shifts available throughout the week to sort and prep food for distribution. No special skills required--just a willingness to help feed your neighbors in need. Youth age 13-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK: https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com 

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

We need individuals to help sort and prep donated food. No special skills required--just a willingness to help feed your neighbors in need. Youth age 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent. Pre-registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:  https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

Volunteers age 16 and older are needed to help distribute food to clients. We are currently serving clients in a drive-through fashion for optimum safety--some volunteers will be required to work outside. No training is necessary, but prior registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK: https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

Volunteers age 16 and up are needed to help distribute food to clients. We are currently serving clients in a drive-through fashion for optimum safety--some volunteers will be required to work outside. No training is necessary, but prior registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK: 

https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

Volunteers age 16 and up are needed to sort and prep food for distribution. No special skills required--just a willingness to help feed your neighbors in need. Pre-registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:  https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

Volunteers age 16 and up are needed to sort and prep food for distribution. No special skills required--just a willingness to help feed your neighbors in need. Pre-registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:  https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com 

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

Volunteers age 16 and up are needed to sort and prep food for distribution. No special skills required--just a willingness to help feed your neighbors in need. Pre-registration is required. 

YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE HIM PANTRY AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:  https://himfoodpantry.galaxydigital.com

RESPONDING ON THE VOLUNTEER HOUSTON WEBSITE DOES NOT REGISTER YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.

TWRC WILDLIFE CENTER is recruiting volunteers. We have roles available in our Wise Owl, Critter Care and Animal Care Programs. Wise Owl volunteers work our animal admissions desk and interface with rescuers and the general public. Critter Care volunteers are responsible for the daily feeding and care of all ambassador animals.

As an Animal Care Program volunteer, you will have the opportunity to help with all types of tasks relating to the rehabilitation of wildlife. The Spring marks the beginning of our busy season, and we are seeking volunteers who are flexible and devoted to the preservation of local wildlife. For more information, please visit our website at twrcwildlifecenter.org. Any questions can be directed to volunteer@twrcwildlifecenter.org.

TWRC WILDLIFE CENTER is recruiting volunteers. We have roles available in our Wise Owl, Critter Care and Animal Care Programs. The Spring marks the beginning of our busy season, and we are seeking volunteers who are flexible and devoted to the preservation of local wildlife. For more information, please visit our website at twrcwildlifecenter.org. Any questions can be directed to volunteer@twrcwildlifecenter.org.

Hospice volunteers provide a variety of direct and indirect services to patients and their families. Visits to provide companionship, caregiver relief, errands, music therapy, pet therapy, and other services are examples of direct services. Phone calls, pen-pals, and special projects like blanket crafting are examples of indirect services. Volunteers can also get involved with administrative support by assisting in the office. Participate in events at assisted living such as bingo or karaoke. Attend fairs to recruit volunteers at campuses. Hand out flyers to the community to recruit volunteers.

What hospice volunteer does is determined by their abilities and interests.

If you would like to find out more please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator...

Join us every other week on ZOOM to create and even BETTER March for Marrow for 2025 in The Woodlands.

March for Marrow in The Woodlands is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, 77381.

Help us find great:

1.   Places for our Fliers and Posters!

2.   Prizes

3.   Raffle Items

4.   SPONSORS!!!

5.   Runners & Walkers

6.   T-Shirts

January 2025: January 7 and 21

February 2025: February 4 and 18

March 2025, every Tuesday in March

April 2025 – April 5, 2025

Debrief: April 8 or 15, 2025

Help us pass out Fliers and Posters to Running and Sports Stores and Poster to every Starbucks we can find!

The Woodlands

Spring

Conroe

North Houston

February-April 2025, We provide the materials including push pins, rubber bands and magnets (for Starbucks bulletin boards).

Like carrying out a plan; talking to people; MARKETING!

This annual festival will include a pickleball tournament and numerous family-friendly activities, including a bouncy house, corn hole toss, face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, and amazing raffles (Bourbon pool, pickleball accessories, and more). Breakfast, lunch and dessert food trucks will be present to sell meals throughout the event, along with adult-beverage booths, all helping to give back. Booths will be present to provide information about our community programs and opportunities to sign up and benefit!

Please sign up to volunteer here: https://signup.com/go/KTMUfsn

Purpose:  Serves as a volunteer for Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center mobile drives and community events.

Responsibilities:

For additional information about our volunteer program, please click here. Or, contact our volunteer coordinators at volunteering@giveblood.org.

Orientation is mandatory before beginning to volunteer

BillionGraves is the world's largest GPS-linked cemetery data resource. For more than a decade, volunteers have been taking photos of gravestones to help fulfill BillionGraves' mission to document the world's cemeteries.

As volunteers take photos with the BillionGraves app, each gravestone is automatically marked with a GPS location. The data is then transcribed by volunteers, plotted on cemetery maps, and made readily available at BillionGraves.com for millions of families around the globe to find their ancestors and grow their family trees. 

We need YOUR help! Go to this link to find a cemetery in your area where photos are still needed: https://billiongraves.com/justserve

All you need is a smartphone. It's easy and it's fun!

Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) is looking for 1-4 people to help us secure funding to support our 15 for 15 projects celebrating our15-year anniversary!  This an exciting way to make a generational impact on a unique park and bayou environment in central Houston.

1-2 people will serve as Grants Directors(s) and will liaise with the board more regularly. Directors must be members of Friends of Woodland Park, per our bylaws.

Expectations include: 

Identify grant opportunities with help of FWP board members.

Review selected grant opportunities with relevant Houston Parks and Recreation Department personnel for support or permission (ie, affidavit) to apply.

Prepare grant applications: includes writing responses to questions, assembling
responsive documents with help of board members, securing application fees if needed,
seeking final review from board members and submitting completed application.

Commitment: Minimum 1 year

For more information, contact Jennifer Ostlind, FWP Volunteer Coordinator, at jennifer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org 

Come help us advance a concept for eliminating floating/drifting trash in Little White Oak Bayou through Woodland Park!

Keeping Woodland Park Nature Preserve clean is an on-going challenge for the community. Regular cleanup events help, but the amount of trash and debris that finds its way onto the banks of Little White Oak Bayou and into trees and shrubs is unmanageable.

Our goal for the coming year is to determine a path forward and kick off a feasibility study.

We're looking for 1-5 people with related experience and/or anyone willing to learn! You'll need research and analytical skills, aptitude for talking tech, and ability to talk with local officials.

Expectations:

One person will serve as lead/Director. Per our bylaws, this person must be a member of Friends of Woodland Park.

Review options evaluation prepared in 2012 and funded by Bridgestone.

Gain awareness/understanding of flood mitigation plans for Little White Oak Bayou and plans to reconstruct culvert under I-45 as part of TxDOTs North Houston Highway Improvement Program (NHHIP).

Identify best practices used by other organizations in the Houston area and beyond. 

Work with FWP board and other stakeholders and experts to identify one or more preferred concepts for further exploration. Options could include short term (pre-NHHIP) solutions and long term (post NHHIP) solutions. 

Draft scope of feasibility study for preferred concept(s). 

Identify lead organization(s) to implement a pilot or ongoing project, and funding required.

Support lead organization in pilot/project implementation.

Commitment: minimum 1 year

For more information, contact Jennifer Ostlind, FWP Volunteer Coordinator, at Jennifer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org .

Friends of Woodland Park is seeking someone to lead communications for our vibrant organization!  Are you social media-savvy?  Do you enjoy connecting people with causes and events?  Are you passionate about natural spaces and bayous?  Do you enjoy the Heights/Northside/First Ward areas of Houston?

This is a board position for a term of 2 years. The selected candidate must be a member of Friends of Woodland Park, abide by our bylaws, and complete an annual conflict of interest statement (via a short google form).  Final candidate selection will be made by the board after the opportunity has been given for all parties to meet.

Experience with Google Workspace, Meta Business Suite, and Squarespace a plus - or a willingness to learn on the job!

Expectations:

The VP Communications shall insure the continuation and relevancy of the FWP website including e-mails, blog posts, calendar updates, and its overall look and feel.

The VP Communications shall also manage social media activities.

The VP Communications shall maintain the FWP “brand” identity and create or approve all graphic designs and write-us for publication.

The VP Communications shall maintain the overall document repository for the Board, including access.

The VP Communications shall manage the online store.

The VP Communications may enlist additional support as needed including technical support or committee members, after consultation with the Board.

Commitment: This role is a Board Member and so operates on a 2-year term.

For more information, contact Kelli Fereday, President, Friends of Woodland Park, at president@friendsofwoodlandpark.org. 

We are running our second annual Pickleball Festival + Tournament on 2/22/2025 and we are looking for volunteers to join our event committee.

These roles are volunteer.

Committee members are requested to have prior experience in the role of interest and would need to be able-bodied to help set-up and break-down events and participate the entire event day from 7am to 6pm.

The following positions are open:
1-Sponsors
2-Facility
3-Marketing
4-Media
5-Celebrities
6-Pickleball Tournament
7-Silent Auction & Raffle
8-Ticketing & Sales
9-Entertainment
10-Festival Activities
11-Vendors & Food/Drink
12-Volunteers

We are looking for in-kind donations for our upcoming 2025 Pickleball Festival + Tournament (https://www.steme.org/pickleball-festival).

The Annual Pickleball Festival is a fun family event, supporting the  STEM·E Youth Career Development Program, Greater Houston Pickleball, and the Houston Parks & Recreation Department’s Youth Sports pickleball development.

This annual festival includes a pickleball tournament and numerous family-friendly activities, including a bouncy house, corn hole toss, face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, silent auction (see items below), and amazing raffles (Bourbon pool, pickleball accessories, and more, see items below). Breakfast, lunch and dessert food trucks will be present to sell meals throughout the event, along with adult-beverage booths, all helping to give back. Booths will be present to provide information about our community programs and opportunities to sign up and benefit! Also check out our list of Celebrity Players and appearances!

As a Volunteer Relations Manager, you’ll play a vital role in growing and sustaining our volunteer community—from the first handshake to ongoing engagement. You’ll help ensure every volunteer feels prepared, supported, and valued.

APPLY HERE

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8118370/TWST4Girls-Volunteer-Application

TWST4Girls Team Key Responsibilities: 

Recruit passionate volunteers aligned with our mission

Onboard new volunteers with care and clarity

Train individuals and groups for their specific roles

Manage ongoing communication, support, and retention efforts

Match Support monitors and supports mentee-mentor relationships to ensure a strong, productive, and program-aligned environment

Keep volunteer records organized and up to date

Help create a welcoming, mission-driven volunteer culture

Hospice volunteers provide a variety of direct and indirect services to patients and their families. Visits to provide companionship, caregiver relief, errands, music therapy, pet therapy, and other services are examples of direct services. Phone calls, pen-pals, and special projects like blanket crafting are examples of indirect services. Volunteers can also get involved with administrative support by assisting in the office. Participate in events at assisted living such as bingo or karaoke. Attend fairs to recruit volunteers at campuses. Hand out flyers to the community to recruit volunteers.

What hospice volunteer does is determined by their abilities and interests.

If you would like to find out more please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator...

All volunteer opportunites are on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at White Oak Music Hall (2915 N. Main, 77009)

Available Opportunities:

During Event:

Shift 1: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Check-in: Check-in guests via GiveSmart, give guests a program and other collateral (if needed)

Greeters/Ushers: Lead guests to tables or to mezzanine, direct guests to auction, restrooms, bar, etc

Auction Attendants: Help people register and bid, give general auction info (closing time, pick-up), move items to pick-up area at end of event

Treasure Chest Attendants: Attendant at treasure chest raffle. Sell keys to unlock chests, give prize to winner or place at auction pick-up site

Shift 2: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Table Attendants: Mark "sold" on centerpieces (package when sold to give to guest or place at auction pick-up site), Collect guest donations (if cash/checks)

Mezzanine Attendants: Greet Stand Together Guests, direct toward tables, restrooms, encourage bidding downstairs after program

Shift 3: 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Auction Attendants: Help people register and bid, give general auction info (closing time, pick-up), move items to pick-up area at end of event

Treasure Chest Attendants: Attendant at treasure chest raffle. Sell keys to unlock chests, give prize to winner or place at auction pick-up site

Donations/Auction Pick-up: Accept monetary donations and auction payments, sign out purchased items, package/bag any large items

Post-Event: 10:00pm-11:00pm

Event Break-down: Remove any remaining centerpieces, remove signage, pick up any programs or items left at the end of the night

Want to get outdoors and lead people? Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) is looking for 4-6 people to manage logistics and materials for monthly park cleanups, including 2 Leads/Directors. Volunteers annually remove 10-15,000 pounds of trash from the Little White Oak Bayou floodplain within Woodland Park

FWP usually sponsors 6 community clean-ups annually (Feb, Mar, April, Sept, Oct, Nov) plus Earth Day (corporate weekday event, April).  Scout projects may also require committee support. At least 2 committee members are needed at each clean-up event.

Note that per our bylaws, Directors are required to be members of Friends of Woodland Park.

Expectations:

Leads are required to gather equipment from storage and any other supplies (such as snacks) and ensure that committee members can receive them on clean-up day or prior. Leads also must train other committee members on clean-up protocols including safety briefings and park history.

Cleanups are generally held on Saturday mornings, with occasional weekday cleanups for corporate groups. 

With help from FWP board, identify supplies needed, using provided checklists. Needs will be determined 2 weeks in advance of scheduled cleanup. Supplies generally include FWP Flags, canopy, info kit, table cloth, gloves, trash grabbers, trash bags, water coolers and cups, snacks, first aid kit. bug spray and hand sanitizer. 

Gather supplies from FWP storage unit located at 2515 Washington Avenue in advance of scheduled clean-up and deliver to community or committee member no later that 1-2 hours in advance of cleanup. 

Set up supply distribution area at Woodland Park Community Center located at 212 Park View St. 

Provide Park history overview and safety/procedure briefing to participants.

Check-in all participants (participants will register on volunteerhouston.org where they will agree to a liability waiver).

Guide participants to trash ”hot-spots” if unfamiliar with the park.

Identify volunteers to sort trash for recycling, if applicable.

Transport recycling, if applicable.

Pack up supplies at end of event and return to storage unit. 

Replenish supplies and equipment as needed with help of FWP board.

Commitment: minimum 1 year.

For more information, contact Jennifer Ostlind, FWP Volunteer Coordinator, at Jennifer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org.

Woodland Park is the second-oldest park in Houston and is a designated City of Houston nature preserve.  Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) will host a cleanup event to clear trails, rid the park of trash and debris and refresh the butterfly and firefly gardens.

FWP volunteers annually remove over 10,000 pounds of trash from the Nature Preserve, which includes Little White Park Bayou. 

FWP will provide gloves, trash bags, bug spray, snacks and water. 

Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty. 

Restrooms are available on-site in the Community Center starting at 10 a.m. 

Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets.

Woodland Park (212 Parkview St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org  

Woodland Park is the second-oldest park in Houston and is a designated City of Houston nature preserve with lovely, wooded trails along Little White Oak Bayou.  Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) will host an event to clear and repair trails and rid the park of any trash and debris that has accumulated. We'll also refresh the butterfly and firefly gardens.

FWP volunteers annually remove over 10,000 pounds of trash from the Nature Preserve that collects along the bayou following Houston's heavy rains.

FWP will provide gloves, trash bags, bug spray, snacks and water. 

Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty. 

Restrooms are available on-site in the Community Center.

Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets.

Woodland Park (212 Parkview St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org  

The Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) is seeking a Garden Director as a non-voting member of
FWP with responsibility for the garden areas surrounding the community center, Firefly Field
garden, the entrances to Woodland Park and other possible areas in the future. The Garden
Director will liaise with one or more FWP Board members. Attendance at FWP board meetings
is not required unless requested by the board. A commitment of 12 months is preferred.

Expectations Include:
Maintain all current beds which may include adding more plants as needed.
Oversee design of future beds.
Work with volunteer coordinator to solicit volunteers and organize seasonal workdays for garden maintenance.
Coordinate with Girl Scout and Boy Scout troop leaders if they ask to volunteer for required
required service hours.
Suggest to the board new ways to enhance the attractiveness of the park using plants.
Consider the creation of educational activities for children focused on gardening.
Follow Houston Parks and Recreation Department guidelines for garden maintenance and hosting events.

Commitment: 1 year minimum is preferred

For more information contact Jennifer Ostlind, Friends of Woodland Park Volunteer
Coordinator, at Jennifer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org.

Come help clean and improve the trails in the Woodland Park Nature Preserve including beautiful Little White Oak Bayou!

or

Volunteer at any of our other events!

For park workdays: Join in to rebuild trails, clean the park/bayou, and work in the gardens! Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts recommended.

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Volunteer with BARC and help us provide love and care to animals in need. Whether you're walking dogs, socializing cats, or assisting with adoption events, your time makes a real impact!

✨ Why Volunteer? Be a voice for animals in need. Gain hands-on experience in animal care. Meet like-minded animal lovers

Ready to help? Please clink this link to volunteer:  Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities:

-Cat adoptions

-Enrichment Building

-Animal Photography -South Adoptions

-Poop Fairy

-South Dog Walking

-North Dog Walking  

-Donation Distribution

-Wild Tunes

-Other Shelter tasks as requested by shelter staff.

Volunteers are needed for our See to Succeed initiative beginning the week of October 21, 2024. Through this program, we provide complete eye exams and eyewear at no cost to children in need. We need volunteers who can serve at least one day and will be glad to make a difference in children's lives!

Background on See to Succeed:

The Houston Health Department (HHD) has partnered with the University of Houston, San Jacinto College, Kids Vision for Life (The Essilor Foundation), and the Berkley Eye Center to provide free vision exams and eyewear to children and youth in need.

These vision clinics are held at our 190 Heights Blvd location. Each day we are hoping to serve between 100-150 children.  We need volunteers to help guide and escort the children through the clinic and ensure each child is safe and receives services.

We very much appreciate your interest in See to Succeed and look forward to having you volunteer with us!

You may get registered in our database so that you may look and add yourself to the schedule. See the link below.

Register to volunteer 

If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at volunteer@houstontx.gov

Best regards,

See to Succeed Team

Project Saving Smiles reduces the prevalence of tooth decay in underserved children and remove barriers to learning.

This is accomplished by providing dental screenings, dental sealants, fluoride varnish, and oral health education free of charge targeting Houston’s at-risk 2nd graders who are enrolled in schools with 50% or more students on the Free and Reduced Lunch Program.

The 2001 Dental Needs Assessment in Harris County revealed 68% of 2nd graders had untreated decay. It is known that children who suffer from oral health problems cannot learn well and miss days from school. According to the 2000 Surgeon General’s Report, more than 51 million school hours are lost each year due to dental-related illness. Additionally, children who experience pain from tooth problems are likely to be distracted and unable to concentrate on their schoolwork.

Since its inception, Project Saving Smiles has provided dental screening to 98,800 students and applied 217,878 sealants.  The Project also provides oral health education free of charge to pre-k, second grade, middle school and high school students enrolled in a free or reduced lunch program across Houston.

We very much appreciate your interest in Project Saving Smiles and look forward to having you volunteer with us!

You may get registered in our database so that you may look and add yourself to the schedule. See the link below.

Register to volunteer

If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email at volunteer@houstontx.gov.

Best regards,

Volunteer Coordinator Team

Our Volunteer Docent Program is a volunteer level that can be reached by individuals that are interested in having a more autonomous experience representing the Arboretum and our missions. All Docent activities require onboarding, additional trainings, training time as a 'Shadow' to learn from current Docents and Arboretum Staff, and a commitment of at least 20 Docent specific volunteer hours a year. Examples of Docent opportunities include working as Guide for our Field Trip Experiences, leading guided nature hikes, leading night hikes, outreach, and more.

This is an ongoing opportunity that would require you onboarding as an Arboretum Volunteer and signing up for opportunities through our own volunteer portal.

Learn more at our Docent Open House & Breakfast: https://houstonarboretum.org/event/docent-recruitment-open-house-breakfast/

CrossWalk Center is looking for a volunteer to cover the front desk Monday through Friday from 10-5. This position can be broken up into 2-individuals. Because we are a nonprofit who deals with men and women returning from prison, we want the volunteer to be comfortable. These individuals are looking for a second chance and just need a warm smile. There are also various vendors who drop off deliveries, etc.

Duties:

Warm smile

Available Monday through Friday - may be split between 2 individuals

Answer busy phones/take messages

Other light duties as needed.

Prison Unit Facilitator 

Prison Unit Facilitators lead "Steppin' Out", CrossWalk Center's 40 Weeks or less Character & Discipleship Pre-Release Journey inside Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Facilitators are provided curriculum by CrossWalk Center and must be able to commit to being present throughout the 40-week curriculum. 

Qualifications: 

Requirements: 

Please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Kellie.Bonem@crosswalkcenter.org, for further details and training schedules. 

Grant Writer

The Grant Writer is responsible for assisting the Executive Director in researching and writing Foundation Grants to fund CrossWalk Center Programs.

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Public Administration, or related field.

Qualifications: 

Requirements: 

Events Coordinator

The Events Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Executive Director in researching and event planning to fund CrossWalk Center Programs.

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Memorial Hermann Hospice is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers to visit patients in their homes. We service pediatric and adult patients. Home visits could include spending time with the patients talking, listening, playing games or anything the patient would want or possibly need. There are many other opportunities to help patients families as well.

To become a certified hospice volunteer, candidates must complete an orientation training program. This training covers various aspects of hospice care, including exploring end-of-life issues, the dying process, grief and loss, communication, spirituality, psychosocial issues, symptom control, physical care of the dying and self-care.  Volunteers will be asked to complete continuing education throughout the year.

Background check, flu shot and TB screening are also required.

Memorial Hermann Hospice is looking for volunteers to complete administrative tasks for our hospice office. Major tasks include assembling admission packets for patients. There will also be special event tasks that will be available throughout the year. Our office is located close to Memorial Hermann Memorial City.

To become a certified hospice volunteer, candidates must complete an orientation training program. This training covers various aspects of hospice care, including exploring end-of-life issues, the dying process, grief and loss, communication, spirituality, psychosocial issues, symptom control, physical care of the dying and self-care.  Volunteers will be asked to complete continuing education throughout the year.

Background check, flu shot and COVID vaccine are also required.                    

Memorial Hermann Hospice is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers to visit patients in their homes. We service pediatric and adult patients. Home visits could include spending time with the patients talking, listening, playing games or anything the patient would want or possibly need. There are many other opportunities to help patients families as well.

To become a certified hospice volunteer, candidates must complete an orientation training program. This training covers various aspects of hospice care, including exploring end-of-life issues, the dying process, grief and loss, communication, spirituality, psychosocial issues, symptom control, physical care of the dying and self-care.  Volunteers will be asked to complete continuing education throughout the year.

Background check, flu shot and COVID vaccine are also required.

Memorial Hermann Hospice is looking for volunteers to complete administrative tasks for our hospice office. Major tasks include assembling admission packets for patients. There will also be special event tasks that will be available throughout the year. Our office is located close to Memorial Hermann Memorial City.

To become a certified hospice volunteer, candidates must complete an orientation training program. This training covers various aspects of hospice care, including exploring end-of-life issues, the dying process, grief and loss, communication, spirituality, psychosocial issues, symptom control, physical care of the dying and self-care.  Volunteers will be asked to complete continuing education throughout the year.

Background check, flu shot and COVID vaccine are also required.                    

Purpose:  Serves as a volunteer for Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center mobile drives and community events.

Responsibilities:

For additional information about our volunteer program, please click here. Or, contact our volunteer coordinators at volunteering@giveblood.org.

Orientation is mandatory before beginning to volunteer

Eyes on Me is in need of Chid mentors for our Houston Communities. We offer mentorship programs for kids who need a big brother or sister to help guide them with love. Our boy's program is called Star Players, and our girl's program is called Ignite. If monitoring and working with kids is one of your passion, join the programs and become a volunteer. 

Communities:

The Hanger Unity Center (Brookshire, TX)

Sunnyside Dreamz (Sunnyside)

Forum Park 

Hillcroft 

Godspoint Community Center (Greenspoint)

https://youtu.be/2i5GClpEbl4

To make Hip Hop Hope successful in each area, we need volunteers to help us care for the community while the event is in progress. The areas where we need the most help is 

*Registration booth

*Food distribution

*Games

*Set up / take down

We have many communities where you can help.

Brookshire, Forum Park, Hillcroft, Sunnyside, Greenspoint. 

Register to Volunteer:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEDeQfMVnwoFqXLURqkk2YtBXYYDUiXJKyHjS8DsNxGgPlYA/viewform

Eyes on Me has developed many programs to help the kids of Houston have a safe, positive and help be engaged. These programs have brought in many children who love to be around and healthily enjoy themselves, but we need help ensuring the programs run smoothly. Join our mission centers to help us make these programs a great success. 

Programs:

Dance

Podcasting

Shoe customization

Studio Production

Trade Workshops

HUSL (Hanger Unity Spots League) Soccer & Basketball

One-on-One Mentorship (Star Players & Ignite)

To register and become a volunteer:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEDeQfMVnwoFqXLURqkk2YtBXYYDUiXJKyHjS8DsNxGgPlYA/viewform

AI-Powered CRM and VOIP platform (uses Machine Learning)-

Our non-profit will first begin with building the front-end User Interface (UI).

Data quality is an often overlooked success factor in prospecting. Sales departments lose hundreds of hours and monetary value per sales rep from using bad prospect data. Most companies know that their data is a problem, but few realize the high costs involved with ignoring it

Scholarships of up to $1,000 will be provided per student dependent upon the completed contribution and milestones

SOLUTION

We are building an AI-powered CRM that integrates with open source VOIP system. Twilio or Asterik can be used for API integration for VOIP part of application. Machine Learning will also be integrated to "teach" the system how to follow up with a company's customers or end-users.

CSR= Customer Service Rep

1. Call comes in and CSR answers 2. Call is recorded and transcribed using an AI tool like JOG.AI (the whole conversation will be transcribed in company’s CRM) 3. AI determines important areas of customer calls based on Keywords that the Customer says like "Sign Up" or "I am frustrated" or "I would like to cancel my service" 4. Based on the keywords stated by Customer, the company’s platform will generate a suggested plan of action along with a template to respond via Email or SMS Examples include: If (customer says "Sign Up") then (AI will suggest emailing "Sign Up" form template) --this will ensure management that the appropriate customers looking to Sign Up for a service receive the appropriate follow up and should increase overall sales and reduce lost leads If (customer says "I would like to cancel my service" or "I want a refund" or "I’m really unhappy/not happy with the service I received") then (AI will suggest emailing or sending an SMS for a free month of service to try to keep customer) Company CRM platform will automatically add the Customer’s name and voice transcription into a Record. The Record will also contain all logs of emails and texts with the Customer in chronological order so any CSR and Manager can see the entire lifecycle of Customer communication end-to-end. Built on top of existing CRM Theme from Code Canyon.

As a Community Outreach Volunteer, you will help coordinate (in conjunction with staff) outreach events and activities including; attending fairs and community events, tabling booths, networking meetings and more to help connect the community with Wesley's services for both external and internal community outreach purposes to communicate the mission and purpose of the organization.

Location and Time Commitment: Our Wesley office is located in Near Northside of Houston. Opportunities are flexible and can fit around your routine. Time commitment and location is flexible and dependent upon outreach efforts and events.

Skills, Abilities, Knowledge:  

FotoFest uses signup.com to schedule volunteer shifts--Click here

FotoFest is pleased to announce its fall exhibition, Hillerbrand+Magsamen: nothing is precious, everything is game, on view from October 8 through November 22, 2025, in Houston at its Silver Street Studios gallery. This exhibition is a mid-career survey of Houston-based artists Stephan Hillerbrand and Mary Magsamen, celebrating 25 years of collaboration. It is curated by Steven Evans and Madi Murphy.

Collectively known as Hillerbrand+Magsamen, the duo transforms the everyday into the extraordinary—turning household items, family rituals, and suburban chaos into playful, profound reflections on art, life, and togetherness. Their practice embraces a playful and inclusive approach to art-making, rejecting notions of exclusivity in the art world.

Houstonians will know Stephan from his many years teaching photography at UofH and HCP. Mary was the curator at Aurora Picture Show and is currently working at the Menil Collection.

Gallery Hosts are the backbone of FotoFest, they allow us to keep the exhibitions open to the public. You don’t have to be a photography expert to be a gallery host; a friendly face, neat appearance, and an interest in photography is all that is required. A FotoFest staff member will greet you in the gallery, review procedures, and give you a tour of the building and the exhibition. We are less than 2 minutes away in a nearby building and always available to assist you. The gallery can be quiet during the week, please feel free to bring your tablet/laptop, a book or a small project. Please bring a jacket or sweater with you if you tend to get cold. Water and light snacks provided, and Wi-Fi is available.

The gallery is open: Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 5PM. The shifts are 11:45AM to 2:30PM and 2:15PM to 5PM

Wesley's Food Pantry needs volunteers for our drive-up food pantry to help our Houston neighbors who are in desperate need of food. 

Duties include:

Skills Needed:

Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 8:30am-12:30pm: packaging bags, loading bags into clients cars (may require limited outdoor time), restocking, set up and clean up

Tuesdays 8:30am-11:30am: Unloading trucks, stocking shelves, pre-packing grocery bags

Our address is 1235 Lorraine St. Please arrive 10 minutes before your shift. Parking is available on the street, being careful not to block driveways, and enter at the large gate on Gano St. If you are running late for your shift, please call 713-821-8950.

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All gardeners and amateur gardeners welcome! Wesley Community Center is home to the Lorraine Street Gardening Club. The land surrounding our Food Pantry is equipment with 14 garden beds and is also home to a hive of bees to help with pollination. 

We take a central planning approach and garden all plots together, maximizing the plots for the gardeners' benefit and the clients of the pantry. Because of this, we ask that you meet with our lead garden volunteer before beginning planting.

The garden is unique in that half of what we harvest goes to the food pantry to fill the grocery carts of those less fortunate in our community. The other half is split among the gardeners. The garden is open anytime the food pantry is open (9-3 T - S) and maintains a socially distanced garden get together on Saturdays. 

Join us for some time in nature, tending to our community garden and beautifying our community. We will clean up the garden beds, water the plants, pick any ripe food and clean up the property if there’s any trash around the area.

Black United Fund of Texas will provide trash bags, sunscreen and bug spray. Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty, bring gloves (we will have some extra if needed) and a water bottle. Restrooms are available on-site in the Bayland Center. Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets. The Bayland Center (2606 Greg St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at marissa@buftx.org

Join us for some time in nature, tending to our community garden and beautifying our community. We will clean up the garden beds, water the plants, pick any ripe food and clean up the property if there’s any trash around the area.

Black United Fund of Texas will provide trash bags, sunscreen and bug spray. Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty, bring gloves (we will have some extra if needed) and a water bottle. Restrooms are available on-site in the Bayland Center. Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets. The Bayland Center (2606 Greg St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at marissa@buftx.org

We are hosting Will Clinics to assist members of our community with their estate panning needs and we need dedicated volunteers to help make these clinics a success. We are in need of volunteer witnesses and notaries for our Will Clinics held every month.

Volunteer Roles Needed:

Notaries

Witnesses

These clinics are scheduled once a month at 601 Sawyer, Houston, Texas, 77007, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

For additional questions, please contact Sissel Carlsen via email at sissel.carlsen@houstontx.gov 

Hospice volunteers provide a variety of direct and indirect services to patients and their families. Visits to provide companionship, caregiver relief, errands, music therapy, pet therapy, and other services are examples of direct services. Phone calls, pen-pals, and special projects like blanket crafting are examples of indirect services. Volunteers can also get involved with administrative support by assisting in the office. Participate in events at assisted living such as bingo or karaoke. Attend fairs to recruit volunteers at campuses. Hand out flyers to the community to recruit volunteers.

What hospice volunteer does is determined by their abilities and interests.

If you would like to find out more please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator...

 Help with playing bingo, do karaoke, dance, music, art & craft, games, yoga, ceramics, movie, special events, trivia, exercise, and pet therapy.