Needs From: Volunteer Houston

Volunteers are needed to spend time with our hospice patients.

We at Encompass are looking for compassionate, patience, loving volunteers to spend time with our patients. They need and want someone to share their final days with and we want people with a nurturing nature to give them that most basic of needs, human contact. You would spend time with the patients talking, listening, playing games or anything the patient would want or possibly need.

Our offices are in the S Houston and Woodlands area but we have patients all over the Greater Houston Area and Woodlands. The training would be done in our Houston office but the opportunity would be in the Highlands Area.

Due to the nature of the patients’ conditions each volunteer will be required to go through required training to volunteer with our patients. The process to become a volunteer takes a little bit but the rewards of giving your time to these patients is beyond measurable. You can give these people a final dignity in their darkest hour. Thank you.

We are looking for someone who has their own equipment and would like to help us by going to our community events and taking pictures and/or videos as we want to take the compiled footage and create a documentary. We are looking for someone who can dedicate 10 hours a month to the project If you are interested Please respond we want to get start immediately with this project

We are looking for a paid volunteer 4hrs per day Monday through Friday and every 2nd Saturday to log clients as they come in to pick up donations and to also help with Inventory  Input of donated items and other clerical duties . We would like to train the prospective person starting March 2020 If you are interested please contact us immediately

Our website needs to be changed over to Wordpress so it can be a portable website.  

Alzheimer's Association Support Group facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. This support group alternates meeting in-person and via Zoom every other session.

After orientations and training, you will be joining an experienced facilitator of an ongoing group that meets the 2nd & 4th Fridays 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM in Galveston.

Qualifications:

· Ability to be empathetic and separate personal needs from group needs.

· Strong listening and effective communication skills.

· Ability to redirect and facilitate discussion as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement.

· Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association.

· Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred but not mandatory.

Commitment Expected:

· Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term meeting monthly.

· Orientation includes: online general volunteer orientation (1 hour) + program volunteer orientation (1 hour) + self-study or in-person role training with staff partner (~4 hours). Background checks are required as part of the volunteer selection process.

Alzheimer's Association Support Group facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. This support group will be meeting virtually for the time being.

After orientation and training, you will be joining an experienced facilitator of an ongoing group that meets the 3rd Wednesday, 2pm - 3pm in Clear Lake.

Qualifications:

· Ability to be empathetic and separate personal needs from group needs.

· Strong listening and effective communication skills.

· Ability to redirect and facilitate discussion as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement.

· Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association.

· Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred but not mandatory.

Commitment Expected:

· Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term meeting monthly.

· Orientation includes: online general volunteer orientation (1 hour) + program volunteer orientation (1 hour) + self-study or in-person role training with staff partner (~4 hours). Background checks are required as part of the volunteer selection process.

The single largest need for volunteers. 

A home visitor is a volunteer who is matched with an adult who is blind or visually impaired. The volunteer assists the person with everyday tasks that allow the person to maintain their independence (ex. grocery shopping, mail reading, bill paying, running errands). 

The blind adult lives in the specified area.

Commitment: 1 or 2 times a month.

Volunteer must have their own vehicle.

The single largest need for volunteers. 

A home visitor is a volunteer who is matched with an adult who is blind or visually impaired and assists the person with everyday tasks that allow the person to maintain their independence (ex. grocery shopping, mail reading, bill paying, running errands). The blind adult lives in the specified area.

Commitment: 1 or 2 times a month.

Volunteer must have their own vehicle.

The single largest need for volunteers. 

A home visitor is a volunteer who is matched with an adult who is blind or visually impaired. The volunteer assists the person with everyday tasks that allow the person to maintain their independence (ex. grocery shopping, mail reading, bill paying, running errands). 

The blind adult lives in the specified area.

Commitment: 1 or 2 times a month.

Volunteer must have their own vehicle.

YMCA of Greater Houston and AARP Foundation Experience Corps are teaming up to bring an evidence-based program to the community that connects young students in kindergarten through third grade with trained adult volunteers age 50 and older who remotely tutor them in literacy and help build their reading confidence. As an affiliate of the Experience Corps program, YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking volunteers to help tutor and mentor students who are a part of the Greater Houston community and attend its Community Enrichment Centers.

We are currently looking for someone who is good at Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Design event flyers for a upcoming National Campaign If you enjoy posting and having conversations on Social Media Please Contact Us.

We are working on an art project that will center maternal mental health and are looking for a student who is looking to expand their artistry and complete a mural project.

We are also looking for someone who is interesting in expanding their Interior Design skills to help us design our current space.

We are requiring:

Meals on Wheels delivers hot, well-balanced meals to the doors of seniors and other neighbors who are homebound because of disability or illness. By supporting their nutritional needs, this program helps participants maintain or improve their health, remain independent, and stay in their homes for as long as possible.

When you become a volunteer with NAM Meals on Wheels, you deliver more than just a nutritious meal because you provide a smiling face and a much needed human connection to seniors and disabled adults in Northwest Harris County.  We rely on the ability of our volunteers to pick up and deliver hot meals (or frozen meals/groceries) to our clients from one of our three convenient locations listed below. Make a difference today by joining our team and becoming part of the change in this community! For more information about Meals on Wheels or to schedule your volunteer orientation, please visit our website or contact NAM’s Programs and Community Resource Coordinator at (281) 885-4604. 

Note: Background checks/ orientation are required for new volunteers. Drivers must be 18 or older; passengers of all ages welcome.

Point of Contact:

Programs and Community Resource Coordinator

281-885-4604

volunteer@namonline.org

What We Do: NAM provides assistance in multiple areas including food, shelter, health, education, safety and financial education.

Who We Are: Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) is a nonprofit, community-based, multi-program social service agency that strives to meet basic human needs through Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

Sheldon Lake State Park and Environmental Learning Center has had over 250 bird species sighted within its boundaries! We have birds during all seasons and many migratory species may stop in.

In our restored prairie and wetlands, a seasonal bird survey is conducted to monitor the different species that are found. Once a month from September to May, we are looking for volunteers to help assist with this very important project.

All skill levels are welcomed; from advanced birders to beginners. On-spot training will be provided.

Contact Jacob Poinsett at Jacob.Poinsett@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

Sheldon Lake State Park offers field trips to local groups and schools, typically from 9:00am-12:00pm on  Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and occasional Saturdays. Field trip volunteers support staff by assisting with fishing programs, nature walks, and other programming. May be asked to assist with outreach events outside of the park.

Minimum age of 18—Criminal Background Check required

Contact Jacob Poinsett at Jacob.Poinsett@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

Do you have a green thumb? We want you to come out and help us keep our gardens and wildscapes in tiptop shape. Assist with the overall development and maintenance of the gardens and trails. Duties include pruning, invasives removal, weeding, and planting. No experience necessary, all training will be provided.

Minimum age of 18—Criminal Background Check required

Contact Jacob Poinsett at Jacob.Poinsett@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

Come out to Sheldon and walk the trails! Our rovers interact with guests to answer questions, provide directions, and point out wildlife! You can also assist with our public programs. Sheldon Lake State Park is open daily from 8:00am-5:00pm. If you enjoy talking to people, this opportunity is for you! Preferred volunteer days are Saturdays or Sundays for 1-3 hours. May be asked to assist with outreach events outside of the park.

Preferred experience would include knowledge of flora and fauna indigenous to the Piney Woods region of Texas, experience presenting to groups, and the ability to walk trails or stand for several hours at a time. Shifts will be primarily on weekend days, or as needed. Volunteer will need to coordinate a schedule with park staff.

Minimum age of 18—Criminal Background Check required

Contact Jacob Poinsett at Jacob.Poinsett@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

Be part of a large-scale prairie and wetland restoration project! Our volunteers come out every Tuesday from 8:00am-11:30am to plant, pot, and perform other restoration activities. Volunteers should expect to get dirty and learn about prairies and wetlands! No experience necessary, orientation and training provided.

Minimum age of 18—Criminal Background Check required

Contact Matthew Moore at Matthew.Moore@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

Houston has a wonderful diversity of plants and animals, but they are being outcompeted by invasive species that harm the environment. Sheldon Lake State Park wants help managing our restored coastal prairie so that the many native birds, amphibians, and mammals will still have a home. Volunteers will work with park staff to remove invasive plants like the Chinese tallow, eastern baccharis, and deep-rooted sedge using tools and other methods. You will also learn how to identify the flora and fauna of the greater Houston region. Invasive removal will be done outside in variable conditions and will require physical exertion. All tools will be provided.  If you love the outdoors and want to preserve it for years to come, visit our park and see what you can do to protect Houston’s natural resources.

Criminal background check required. Volunteers age 18+ only.

Contact Matthew Moore at Matthew.Moore@tpwd.texas.gov to get involved.

We are currently looking for individuals over the age of 18 who are willing to assist the Canine Program at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) by volunteering to act as a decoy. Your role will be to carry a training aid through any area where Passenger Screening Canine is being conducted. The TSA canines are classified as passive response canines, meaning their actions are passively controlled and non-aggressive.

You will need to wear loose fitting clothing and bring a small carry-on type piece of luggage. For example, roller bag, backpack, laptop bag, etc. You can also actually be traveling the day of your assignment. Just give us at least 48 hours advance notice so we can add you on the schedule.

You must not have allergies to the following items; dogs, cotton, wool, latex, or adhesive strips as these items may be used as a part of the exercise. Please make sure that you are not afraid of dogs. Interested individuals please send an email with the subject line “TSA Decoy Volunteer” with your name, phone number, and availability to IAHK9Decoy@tsa.dhs.gov for more information. We can also be reached at (281) 848-2956 or (832) 840-9935. Thank you for your interest in helping our canine team maintain and improve their effectiveness!

Disciple teens with StandOUT Youth. We are committed to life-on-life discipleship. This is a one year committment. 

Role:

Meet 8 Tuesdays per semester 5:30 PM - 8PM for our teen BLOCK Parties

Hangout with mentee once a month outside of the program

Volunteers are needed to spend time with our hospice patients.

We at Encompass are looking for compassionate, patience, loving volunteers to spend time with our patients. They need and want someone to share their final days with and we want people with a nurturing nature to give them that most basic of needs, human contact. You would spend time with the patients talking, listening, playing games or anything the patient would want or possibly need.

Our offices are in the S Houston and Woodlands area but we have patients all over the Greater Houston Area and Woodlands. The training would be done in our Houston office but the opportunity would be in the Katy Area.

Due to the nature of the patients’ conditions each volunteer will be required to go through required training to volunteer with our patients. The process to become a volunteer takes a little bit but the rewards of giving your time to these patients is beyond measurable. You can give these people a final dignity in their darkest hour. Thank you.

Provide a safe, comfortable, and seamless experience for Relay participants and build a volunteer team to manage a detailed event execution plan.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L0000078oH8QAI/relay-for-life-logistics-cs10068?language=en_US

Relay For Life Team Captains recruit team members, set fundraising goals, and organize fundraising activities.

Visit http://www.relayforlife.org and enter your ZIP code to sign up as a team captain for your local event! Get involved in your local community and support the mission of the American Cancer Society!

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Reach out to community leaders to explain the mission of ACS and how they can get involved.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L0000078oJYQAY/relay-for-life-team-recruitment-cs10101?language=en_US

Work to manage your Relay For Life event's local social media and online presence, using a mix of both local content and content shared on nationwide American Cancer Society channels.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L0000078oJiQAI/relay-for-life-online-social-media-cs10103?language=en_US

Recruit, schedule and manage on and off-stage entertainment and activities tailored to event participants.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJrnQAF/relay-for-life-event-activities-entertainment-cs48149?language=en_US

Build relationships with the companies and key influencers in the community to ensure when these people are able to give, they think of Relay For Life first.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJrsQAF/relay-for-life-sponsorship-cs48150?language=en_US

Accept, count and record individual, team and sponsorship donations. Prepare batches or deposits as needed. This volunteer serves throughout the year and at the event.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJrxQAF/relay-for-life-accounting-finance-cs48151?language=en_US

Educate and engage Relay participants in activities related to the mission including advocacy and patient programs. Show Relay participants how their dollars make a difference.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJsqQAF/relay-for-life-mission-integration-cs48156?language=en_US

Use your passion for politics to help enact laws and policies that will make cancer a top national priority. As an ACS CAN volunteer you will meet with legislators, plan events, encourage new membership, and help make phone calls.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJsvQAF/relay-for-life-advocacy-cs48157?language=en_US

Ensures participants are being adequately recognized for their support of the American Cancer Society and Relay For Life within your community, both before, during, and after the event.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJswQAF/relay-for-life-recognition-stewardship-cs48159?language=en_US

Help educate and inform your community about Relay For Life and ensure effective communication about the event.

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJt5QAF/relay-for-life-marketing-communication-cs48158?language=en_US

Event Date: Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 3-10pm at Katy City Park

Go to our organization's website to register to volunteer:

https://volunteercommunity.cancer.org/s/acs-community-shift/a231L00000BeJs7QAF/relay-for-life-other-role-cs48152?language=en_US

The Director of Communications is looking for volunteers interested in assisting in graphic design, and has a art/digital design background.  

Our volunteer will be answering phone calls, greeting visitors and data entry.   Tuesdays from 1pm - 5pm.

TWST4GIRLS is interviewing potential mentors for youth girls ages 11-17. You will be working with youth from diverse backgrounds, underserved communities, working-class families, incarcerated or recently paroled youth. We are looking specifically for mentors who have a background in animal science.

ORGANIZATION:

We offer life skills development, skillfully matched female mentors (THAT'S YOU!), career exploration, as well as intellectual and cultural exposure at no cost to the youth that we serve!

Youth graduate TWST’s Core Program as well-rounded young women who are purposeful, self-sufficient, and equipped with the tools needed to excel in life.

WHO WE NEED:

We are looking for female mentors who possess all or most of these qualities:

Experience is a bonus but not required. Training will be provided. This is an ongoing position since, our youth are in need of consistent adult figures in their lives. 

TWST4GIRLS is interviewing potential support team members. You will be volunteering alongside TWST board members in the nonprofit logistics needed to support youth aged 8-17. TWSTKids are from diverse backgrounds, underserved communities, working class families and potentially incarcerated or recently paroled youth.

 (PLEASE SEND OFFICIAL APPLICATION VIA WWW.TWST4GIRLS.ORG click "Become a volunteer")

Positions needed are:

Executive Secretary 

Volunteer Coordinator

Fundraising Manager

They might:

We are looking for support team members who possess all or most of these qualities:

Requirements:

Do you have a knack for capturing precious moments? Do you love scrap booking or preserving memories? Do you find joy in being a story teller through pictures, videos and written word?

If you answered "Yes", then you sound like a HISTORIAN! 

TWST4Girls is looking for a Historian to memorialize our work with youth via: photo, print, videos and more!

Purpose:

This role is highly important because the Historian imprints our staple in the world and
reminds participants of their growth and impact. This role is entrusted with preserving
the legacy of TWST4Girls.

Description

● Keeps record of TWST’s accomplishments and activities.
● Collect items such as pictures, videos, television appearances and news clippings
about TWST4Girls
● Maintains TWST4Girls social media accounts
● Compiles a scrapbook of all significant information involving the organization
should be included in the scrapbook, including TWST advertisements,
newsletters, newspaper articles, event programs, ticket stubs and photos
● Creating and maintaining a blog of TWST4Girls outreach and impact is desired
● Posts about upcoming events on social media and web sites
● Photographs and/or video records events, meetings, etc.
● Shares successes and organization highlights with team members, parents and
participants
● Collects the nominations for the TWST’s awards, such as Volunteer of the Year,
TWST Kid of the Year etc...

The best suited:

● Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission and
programs
● Takes initiative
● Detail oriented
● Imaginative
● Possess excellent communication, written and verbal skills
● Photography background (or connects with photographer)
● Resourceful
● Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and storage software or hardware tools
● Is technically inclined
● Knowledgeable about leveraging tools on social media platforms

I am looking for someone who has experience with designing websites. We would like to give our website a fresh new look. We are looking for someone who has good attention to detail and is easily accessible to make changes when necessary.

TWST4GIRLS is interviewing potential mentors for youth girls with special needs ages 11-17. You will be working with youth from diverse backgrounds, underserved communities, working class families, incarcerated or recently paroled youth.

(PLEASE SEND OFFICIAL APPLICATION VIA WWW.TWST4GIRLS.ORG click "Become a mentor")

ORGANIZATION:

We offer life skills development, skillfully matched female mentors (THAT'S YOU!), monthly exposure to career options, as well as intellectual and cultural experiences at no cost to the youth that we serve!

Youth will graduate TWST’s Core Program as well-rounded young women who are purposeful, self-sufficient, and equipped with the tools needed to excel in life.

WHO WE NEED:

We are looking for female mentors who possess all or most of these qualities:

Experience with youth with special needs is required. Training will be provided. This is an ongoing position since, our youth are in need of consistent adult figures in their lives. 

TWST4Girls was created to help girls (ages 11-17) discover and achieve their goals. We do so through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development as well as exposure to intellectual and cultural experiences at no cost to the families that we serve!

We dedicate our lives to this highly important work in underserved communities of Houston and juvenile correctional facilities. We believe that with the right marketing, TWST will be able to bring awareness and funding to our organization, resulting in the capacity to expand and enhance our outreach.

Director of Marketing

Highly important role as marketing is our presentation to the world. With effective marketing TWST4Girls can appeal to participants/sponsors/volunteers/donors/partners etc… in order to achieve recognition and fundraising, which ultimately leads us to the ability to help more youth.

Description:

Heads up marketing aspects of TWST4Girls. Create press releases, opens media relations, research interview & marketing opportunities on all media sources (Newspaper, magazine, online publications, television), conducts outreach to media sources, work closely with TWST4Girls spokesperson or serve as spokesperson as directed by Executive Director, create cost effective events that promote TWST4Girls, prepare and implement a communications and marketing plan that incorporates social media, paid and earned media, direct mail and advertising to increase public awareness and name recognition of TWST4Girls, works with team to maintain a visually appealing and user-friendly website, Facebook and Instagram accounts and monthly e-newsletters that promote TWST4Girls programs and events, works closely with Executive Director, Director of Programming and Historian.

The best suited:

Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission, demographics served and programs

Has successful experience in marketing

Takes initiative on projects and organizations needs

Possesses and maintains optimistic personality

Exhibits impeccable leadership skills

Highly proficient in software applications, WordPress, etc... 

Understands marketing strategies

Excellent research capabilities

Possesses strong listening skills

Exemplifies tidiness and organizational skills

Delivers timely follow through on tasks and goals

Self starter

Creative

Optimistic

Resourceful

Perceptive

Possesses and exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledgeable of role, duties, goals and expectations

Works well independently and in teams

Requirements:

Bachelors degree or higher in related field

2 year or more experience in marketing is a plus

Clear background check

**This role can work from home or may have use of the TWST House office

The best suited:

Fundraising with TWST is a highly rewarding role! You have the ability to create fundraisers that directly benefit the youth in TWST4Girls! See them flourish because of the funds you raise, apply to be a Fund-Raiser with TWST!

*Group friendly position

Please apply at www.TWST4Girls.Org/Volunteer and choose the Fund-Raiser Role

If you have more experience in development, TWST is interviewing for the Director of Development role. Please apply at www.TWST4Girls.Org/Volunteer and choose the Director of Development Role

Role Description:

The Best Suited:

TWST4Girls has a track record enriching the lives of underprivileged youth in Houston and the surrounding areas for years! In keeping with supporting youth, TWST has partnered with Save the Children to offer a program that will support our youth's  parents in diverse areas of their lives such as: 

Effective Disciplining Strategies

Psychological First Aid

Natural Disaster Mental Recovery

Stress Management

If you are interested in learning how to become a TWST4Girls Facilitator of these courses, please apply at TWST4Girls.org/Volunteer and choose the "Facilitator" option.

You will be so proud to see the direct impact that your grant writing has on our children at TWST4Girls! TWST4Girls (TWST) is a Houston based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves girls ages 11-17, in underserved communities, juvenile correctional facilities, schools, and community centers.

We deliver life skills development programs, match our girls with dedicated mentors, provide monthly exposure to career options, as well as, intellectual and cultural experiences all at no cost to the youth that we serve!

Description:

Individuals will volunteer remotely with a personal computer for 20hrs/ month however are welcomed to join TWST during our events!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Volunteers interested in grant writing, fundraising, and/or nonprofit administration are encouraged to apply.

The schedule is flexible.

Interested candidates should email a brief description of relevant experience and a writing sample to Sydney Ealy, Executive Director at Sydney@TWST4Girls.org

****Please submit an official application via TWST4Girls.org/Volunteer****

TWST4Girls, the Houston nonprofit known for our impactful youth programming, is now interviewing for our SUPPORT TEAM members!!! To view a full list of our volunteer opportunities, please visit TWST4Girls.org/Volunteer!

Director of Administration:

Highly important role because organization and structure are imperative to the success of TWST4Girls. This is considered the foundation of TWST4Girls. 

Description:

The best suited:

Thank you, 

TWST4Girls Support Team

Director of Development

Description:

The best suited:

PLEASE SEND IN OFFICIAL APPLICATION ON SUPPORT TEAM APPLICATION

Director of Marketing

A highly important role as marketing is our presentation to the world. With effective marketing TWST4Girls can appeal to participants/sponsors/volunteers/donors/partner etc…, achieve recognition and fundraising, which ultimately leads us to the ability to help more youth.

Description:
 Heads up marketing aspects of TWST4Girls.
 Develops press releases
 Establishes media relations and conducts outreach on behalf of TWST4Girls
 Identify interview & marketing opportunities on all media sources
(Newspaper, magazine, online publications, television)
 Work closely with TWST4Girls spokesperson or serve as spokesperson
 Create cost-effective events that promote TWST4Girls
 Prepares and implements a communications and marketing plan that
incorporate social media, owned, paid and earned media
 Direct mail and advertising to increase public awareness and name
recognition of TWST4Girls,
 Maintain a visually appealing and user-friendly website, Facebook and
Instagram accounts and monthly e-newsletters that promote TWST4Girls
programs and events.
 Identify and implement effective marketing opportunities

The best suited:
 Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission and
programs
 Self-starter and independent
 Takes initiative
 Social, personable, presentable and resourceful
 Exemplifies follow through on tasks and goals
 Possesses excellent communication skills written and verbal
 Knowledgeable of role, duties, goals, and expectations
 Works well independently and in teams

Historian:

This role is highly important because the Historian imprints our staple in the world and
reminds participants of their growth and impact. This role is entrusted with preserving the
legacy of TWST4Girls.

Description
Photographs TWST's events

 Collect items such as pictures, videos, television appearances and news
clippings about TWST4Girls and keeps an electronic record of TWST’s accomplishments and activities.
 Maintains TWST4Girls social media accounts
 Compiles a scrapbook of all significant information involving the organization
should be included in the scrapbook, including TWST advertisements,
newsletters, newspaper articles, event programs, ticket stubs and photos
 Reminds team members of upcoming milestones and other important dates,
such as birthdays and anniversaries
 Creating and maintaining a blog of TWST4Girls outreach and impact is desired
 Posts about upcoming events on social media and web sites
 Photographs and/or video records events, meetings, etc.
 Shares successes, photographs/videos and organization highlights with team members, parents and
participants
 Collects the nominations for the TWST’s awards, such as Volunteer of the Year,
TWST Kid of the Year etc…

The best suited:
 Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission and
programs
 Takes initiative
 Detail-oriented
 Imaginative
 Possess excellent communication, written and verbal skills
 Photography background and skill
 Resourceful
 Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and storage software or hardware tools
 Is technically inclined
 Knowledgeable about leveraging tools on social media platforms

****Official Fund-Raiser application****

Make a  difference in children’s lives by joining TWST4Girls fundraising committee!

Throughout the year, TWST4Girls offers underserved youth the opportunity to experience life in which they may have never dreamed. We provide life skills development, career exploration, cultural exposure, educational tours and travel all at no cost to the children or their families that we serve.

No cost to the family, however our services and programs are not always free to the organization. That is why we created a fundraising committee! Join the fundraising committee of like-minded individuals who make an impact in children’s lives by fundraising for their programming.

Fundraising Committee Team

The Fundraising Committee's job is not simply to raise money. Instead, the Fundraising Committee is responsible for working together with TWST leadership to achieve organizational goals by fostering and maintaining relationships with donors, mentors, parents and community members. 

To accomplish this, its team members should include: 

Fundraising committee duties will include:

Develop corporate fundraising programs, such as employer gift-matching.

Monitor progress of fundraising drives.

Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.

Develop and maintain media contact lists.

Develop strategies to encourage new or increased contributions.

Recruit sponsors, participants, or volunteers for fundraising events.

Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.

Secure speakers for charitable events, community meetings, or conferences to increase awareness of TWST4Girls’ causes. 

Write and send letters of thanks to donors.
 

TWST4GIRLS is interviewing event volunteers. You will be working TWST4Girls events, helping with set up, running of, and takedown of events. Events occur monthly, on the weekends, and last 4 to 6 hours. This is a great way to be involved in an awesome organization without committing to weekly hours.

ORGANIZATION:

We offer life skills development, skillfully matched female mentors, career exploration, as well as intellectual and cultural exposure at no cost to the youth that we serve!

Youth graduate TWST’s Core Program as well-rounded young women who are purposeful, self-sufficient, and equipped with the tools needed to excel in life.

WHO WE NEED:

We are looking for volunteers who possess all or most of these qualities:

This is an ongoing need as TWST4Girls is a growing organization and is always looking for dedicated volunteers who are willing to serve in different ways. 

The best suited:

The best suited:

The best suited:

***Email a resume and letter of interest to Sydney@TWST4Girls.org***

Duties of TWST4Girls' Chief Operating Officer

Planning

Nonprofit COO is part of the executive management team and participates in long-term strategic planning meetings. While the Executive Director and board of directors develop broad mission-oriented goals and objectives, the executive management team helps develop the operating strategies to attain those goals. In these meetings, the COO will provide detailed information to team members regarding the performance capabilities of each department, which she has learned through regular meetings with department heads. 

Monitoring

A nonprofit COO works with individual department heads to monitor their work, not only ensuring each function stays on track to meet its goals, but also making sure each department understands its role in relation to the other departments and the nonprofit’s mission. For example, if the marketing, development and human resources all needed the IT department’s help on projects, the COO would make the call as to which department IT would help first. 

Financial Responsibilities 

The COO would work with each department head and the ED to understand needs and look for solutions during a budget crunch, but would make the final determination regarding issues such as which department gets a new computer and which gets an additional staff member. 

Human Resources 

Works with human resources or ED to ensure the organization meets it staffing needs, including developing plans to maximize volunteer help. Knowing the organization’s personnel capabilities, the COO can determine which projects the organization can pursue, making more effective decisions regarding the operations of different departments. The COO, rather than the ED, might make the final call on hiring, disciplining or terminating certain Directors.

***Complete the appropriate application on TWST4Girls.Org/Volunteer***

Director of Communications: Highly important role and considered the foundation of TWST4Girls. The Director of Communications is considered one of the faces of TWST4Girls and may serve as the key Spokesperson and media contact. 

Description: 

The best suited: 

Remote Position***

Please apply: Click here for the official application

TWST4Girls is looking for a volunteer grant writer to support the development of 3 of our major and impactful programs:

Experience is preferred, entry-level experience is appreciated as well. 

Thank you!

TWST4Girls Team

PLEASE SEND IN OFFICIAL APPLICATION ON SUPPORT TEAM APPLICATION

Director of Marketing

A highly important role as marketing is our presentation to the world. With effective marketing TWST4Girls can appeal to participants/sponsors/volunteers/donors/partner etc…, achieve recognition and fundraising, which ultimately leads us to the ability to help more youth.

Description:
 Heads up marketing aspects of TWST4Girls.
 Develops press releases
 Establishes media relations and conducts outreach on behalf of TWST4Girls
 Identify interview & marketing opportunities on all media sources
(Newspaper, magazine, online publications, television)
 Work closely with TWST4Girls spokesperson or serve as spokesperson
 Create cost-effective events that promote TWST4Girls
 Prepares and implements a communications and marketing plan that
incorporate social media, owned, paid and earned media
 Direct mail and advertising to increase public awareness and name
recognition of TWST4Girls,
 Maintain a visually appealing and user-friendly website, Facebook and
Instagram accounts and monthly e-newsletters that promote TWST4Girls
programs and events.
 Identify and implement effective marketing opportunities

The best suited:
 Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission and
programs
 Self-starter and independent
 Takes initiative
 Social, personable, presentable and resourceful
 Exemplifies follow through on tasks and goals
 Possesses excellent communication skills written and verbal
 Knowledgeable of role, duties, goals, and expectations
 Works well independently and in teams

Director of Development

Description:

The best suited:

TWST4GIRLS is interviewing potential mentors for youth girls with special needs ages 11-17. You will be working with youth from diverse backgrounds, underserved communities, working class families, incarcerated or recently paroled youth.

ORGANIZATION:

We offer life skills development, skillfully matched female mentors (THAT'S YOU!), monthly exposure to career options, as well as intellectual and cultural experiences at no cost to the youth that we serve!

Youth will graduate TWST’s Core Program as well-rounded young women who are purposeful, self-sufficient, and equipped with the tools needed to excel in life.

WHO WE NEED:

We are looking for female mentors who possess all or most of these qualities:

Experience with youth with special needs is required. Training will be provided. This is an ongoing position since, our youth are in need of consistent adult figures in their lives. 

TWST4Girls Mission

TWST4Girls mission is to help youth (ages 11-17) from low-income families to discover and achieve their goals through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development, career exposure, and cultural experiences at no cost to the children that we serve! For more information on our programs and impact, please visit www.twst4girls.org.

Position Responsibilities

The Board will support the work of TWST4Girls and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by TWST4Girls' Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. 

Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

TWST4Girls Board Members will consider TWST4Girls a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that TWST4Girls can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, TWST4Girls expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.

Board terms and participation expectation

TWST4Girls' Board Members will serve a two-year term with the potential for re-appointment. Board meetings will be held monthly and committee meetings will be held monthly or in coordination with organization activity level.

Qualifications

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about TWST4Girls' mission. Selected Board Members will have achieved leadership stature in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector and preferably has prior board leadership. His/her accomplishments will allow him/her to attract other well-qualified, high-performing Board Members.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

Remuneration

Service on TWST4Girls' Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.

Responsibilities for Board Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and Vice Chair

Board Chair

Board Secretary

Board Treasurer

Board Vice Chair

TWST4Girls Mission

TWST4Girls mission is to help youth (ages 11-17) from low-income families to discover and achieve their goals through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development, career exposure, and cultural experiences at no cost to the children that we serve! For more information on our programs and impact, please visit www.twst4girls.org.

Position Responsibilities

The Board will support the work of TWST4Girls and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by TWST4Girls' Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. 

Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

TWST4Girls Board Members will consider TWST4Girls a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that TWST4Girls can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, TWST4Girls expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.

Board terms and participation expectation

TWST4Girls' Board Members will serve a two-year term with the potential for re-appointment. Board meetings will be held monthly and committee meetings will be held monthly or in coordination with organization activity level.

Qualifications

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about TWST4Girls' mission. Selected Board Members will have achieved leadership stature in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector and preferably has prior board leadership. His/her accomplishments will allow him/her to attract other well-qualified, high-performing Board Members.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

Remuneration

Service on TWST4Girls' Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.

Responsibilities for Board Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and Vice Chair

Board Chair

Board Secretary

Board Treasurer

Board Vice Chair

TWST4Girls Mission

TWST4Girls mission is to help youth (ages 11-17) from low-income families to discover and achieve their goals through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development, career exposure, and cultural experiences at no cost to the children that we serve! For more information on our programs and impact, please visit www.twst4girls.org.

Position Responsibilities

The Board will support the work of TWST4Girls and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by TWST4Girls' Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. 

Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

TWST4Girls Board Members will consider TWST4Girls a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that TWST4Girls can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, TWST4Girls expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.

Board terms and participation expectation

TWST4Girls' Board Members will serve a two-year term with the potential for re-appointment. Board meetings will be held monthly and committee meetings will be held monthly or in coordination with organization activity level.

Qualifications

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about TWST4Girls' mission. Selected Board Members will have achieved leadership stature in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector and preferably has prior board leadership. His/her accomplishments will allow him/her to attract other well-qualified, high-performing Board Members.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

Remuneration

Service on TWST4Girls' Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.

Responsibilities for Board Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and Vice Chair

Board Chair

Board Secretary

Board Treasurer

Board Vice Chair

The best suited:

 Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of TWST4Girls mission and programs

 Has excellent written, verbal and organizational skills

 Detail oriented

 Possesses excellent stress management capabilities

 Exudes patience

 Keeps open communication with leadership and volunteers

 Possesses leadership and time management skills

 Exhibits follow through on tasks and goals

 Works efficiently

 Puts systems in place to maximize time

 Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word

 Flexibility and ability to work on multiple projects

 Ability to use considerable judgment, initiative and independence

 Ability to maintain confidentiality

 Maintains excellent communication with team members

Do you have experience developing curriculum for middle and high school students? Then we'd like to hear from you! 

We are now interviewing curriculum developers for the TWST4Girls Enrichment Program which teaches youth life skills, confidence and financial literacy. To apply, please complete application here: Committee Member Application (choose the curriculum development option)

Or send your resume to Sydney@TWST4Girls.org 

TWST4Girls mission is to help youth (ages 11-17) from low-income families to discover and achieve their goals through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development, career exposure, and cultural experiences at no cost to the children that we serve! For more information on our programs and impact, please visit www.twst4girls.org.

Director of Administration

Description: 

The best suited: 

The best suited:

Volunteer Committee Members for TWST4Girls Youth Program Development & Planning

Are you passionate about empowering young girls? TWST4Girls is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Youth Program Development & Planning Committee. Help us design impactful programs that nurture leadership and success in the next generation.

Role Overview

As a committee member, you’ll contribute to the planning, development, and evaluation of TWST4Girls programs. This is a great opportunity for creative, organized individuals committed to youth empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Time Commitment

Benefits

How to Apply

Excited to make a difference? Apply via https://www.twst4girls.org/

Do you enjoy connecting with people and empowering others to make a difference? TWST4Girls is looking for a Volunteer Engagement Specialist to help recruit, engage, and retain volunteers who are crucial to our mission of empowering young girls.

Role Overview

In this role, you’ll help attract and onboard volunteers, provide training and support, and foster a positive experience to ensure long-term engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

Time Commitment

What You’ll Gain

How to Apply

Ready to make an impact? Apply via https://www.twst4girls.org/

Help us show off our Houston Hospitality and come join our

Airport Volunteer Ambassador Family 

Wonderful opportunity to assist passengers in need and make a big impression for our great City!

WHAT DO VOLUNTEEERS DO?

PLEASE VIEW LINK BELOW AND COMPLETE APPLICATION: 

Volunteer Program | Business and Partnerships | Houston Airport System (fly2houston.com) 

Volunteers are needed to spend time with our hospice patients.

We at Encompass are looking for compassionate, patience, loving volunteers to spend time with our patients. They need and want someone to share their final days with and we want people with a nurturing nature to give them that most basic of needs, human contact. You would spend time with the patients talking, listening, playing games or anything the patient would want or possibly need.

Our offices are in Clear Lake and  the Woodlands area but we have patients all over the Greater Houston Area and Woodlands. The training would be done in our Houston office but the opportunity would be in the La Porte Area.

Due to the nature of the patients’ conditions each volunteer will be required to go through required training to volunteer with our patients. The process to become a volunteer takes a little bit but the rewards of giving your time to these patients is beyond measurable. You can give these people a final dignity in their darkest hour. Thank you.

ITHRIVE Empowerment is looking for a Social Media Director.

We are building strong content and we are looking for an individual with social media and media experience looking to give back who is passionate about our mission.

We would love someone who is technology savvy and has a strong interest in building an online following. 

Please check out our website for more information and see what we are accomplishing in our program!

We are looking for a grant writer passionate about our mission. Below is a brief description. If you have experience writing grants we would love to have you on our team!!

Nonprofit grant writers prepare grant proposals, beginning by performing research. To develop their proposals, grant writers familiarize themselves with an organization's programs, goals, and financial needs. They also look into potential funding sources. After compiling all the information they need, grant writers compose and send their proposals.

Grant writers must also keep careful records to track their proposals. If a grant-making organization requests additional information, nonprofit grant writers supply the missing items. In some nonprofits, grant writers have additional duties, which may include managing volunteers, working with an executive board, planning fund-raising campaigns and promoting the organization through public relations work.

Please take a moment to check out our website and learn more about us!

Do you have experience in Marketing new businesses?

Do you have a passion for the youth to help them prepare for a bright and bold future?

Are you bursting through with new and witty ideas and you're looking for somewhere to express them?

Help us create a digital marketing strategy, and attract donors and volunteers!!

We really would love for help with our social media presence, keeping it updated and exciting! 

We are looking for individuals with experience in research trends and needs for the population we serve. We are wanting to be able to gather information to deliver a Concise picture of the needs of our population. 

We are looking for event planners willing to join us in planning and facilitating our 3 core yearly events. Helping with ideas and implementation!

We are looking for individuals willing to use their skills in photography and videography to help capture images of our work in our organization. A videographer to create imagery and storytelling to highlight the work and mission of our organization.

We are looking for energetic and passionate tutors with a sense of humor and warmth, and love working with children, their families as well as connecting easily with students, teachers, and parents. 

Potential tutors would work with students 1st-12th grade. The role would consist of:

1. supporting students to make informed academic (Reading/History) and life decisions  problem-solving;

2. meet with students once a week to check progress;

3.

4. report to administrator with progress reports;

5. adhere to the safety and professional guidelines of the organization and

6. dedicate 4-12 hours monthly (at least 2 hours weekly) Monday-Thursday (flexibility on days)

7. commit to the time frame of one of the programs listed: Summer (June - August) or Fall (September - December) or Spring (January - May). We know life happens, so flexibility is key to being successful in this role. 

How do you sign up for this wonderful journey?

We are looking for energetic and passionate tutors with a sense of humor and warmth, and love working with children, their families as well as connecting easily with students, teachers, and parents. 

Potential tutors would work with students 1st-12th grade. The role would consist of:

1. supporting students to make informed academic (Science) and life decisions  problem-solving;

2. meet with students once a week to check progress;

3. report to administrator with progress reports;

4. adhere to the safety and professional guidelines of the organization and

5. dedicate 4-12 hours monthly (at least 2 hours weekly) Monday-Thursday (flexibility on days)

6. commit to the time frame of one of the programs listed: Summer (June - August) or Fall (September - December) or Spring (January - May). We know life happens, so flexibility is key to being successful in this role. 

How do you sign up for this wonderful journey?

We are looking for energetic and passionate tutors with a sense of humor and warmth, and love working with children, their families as well as connecting easily with students, teachers, and parents. 

Potential tutors would work with students 1st-12th grade. The role would consist of:

1. supporting students to make informed academic (Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies) and life decisions (communication, relationship building, problem-solving and more);

2. guiding students through the steps of building service learning projects and business plan ideas; 

3. meet with students once a week to check progress;

4. report to administrator with progress reports;

5. adhere to the safety and professional guidelines of the organization and

6. dedicate 8-12 hours monthly ( at least 4 hours weekly) Monday-Thursday 

7. commit to the time frame of the programs: Summer (June - August) Fall (September - December) Spring (January - May) We know life happens, so flexibility is key to being successful in this role. 

How do you sign up for this wonderful journey?

Adopt A Cat is a non-profit, no-kill cat shelter that cares for the abandoned and relinquished cats of the Greater Houston Area.

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and foster homeless felines until safe, caring, and permanent homes are found for them.

We are a grassroots organization whose success and growth is a result of caring individuals working together in their communities to rescue cats.

We need volunteers who can help with the day-to-day direct care of the cats and the shelter, including things such as:

Anyone interested must be comfortable being around and handling cats, as many of our cats are outside of cages and are allowed to freely roam the shelter.

At Adopt A Cat, we know that it takes more than just a roof over a cats head to consider them saved and ready for a new home.

Many of our cats were previously strays, or have just left their homes for an extended period of time for what is likely the first time in their lives.

We want all of our residents to receive love, comfort, and specialized time that works with their comfort level. Whether that means lap time with lots of pets, playing with wand toys from a distance, or even just staying safely inside of their cage while listening to someone talk about their day, every cat can start or continue the socialization process somewhere.

We are looking for volunteers who are comfortable with being around and handling cats who can come in to the shelter and spend time with all of our kitties to help them flourish into the happy and healthy cats we know that they can be. This will also help them to get ready for adoption and entering their new homes.

(We'll absolutely understand if there is some bribing with treats and catnip that occurs during the process.)

One of the most important aspects of the shelter is building up and maintaining the health of our cats, and that is accomplished in part by visits to the vet.

Unfortunately, our shelter vehicle has been of service to us for many, many years now and the toll of that is starting to show itself.

Between the state of our car, the general (and sometimes unexpectedly intense) busyness that comes from the average day, and understaffing, we are relying largely on volunteers to help us get the cats to and from their vet appointments in a timely manner.

Outside of assisting in our cats overcoming existing and/or sudden health issues, you will also be helping them get ready to go to their new forever homes, as every cat that we adopt out is spayed/neutered, vaccinated, combo tested, flea treated, dewormed, and receives any other essential medical care that is necessary to get them on the path to recovery.

The ideal volunteer for this position:

Assist Hope Center guests (homeless persons) in obtaining services provided by the Social Security Administration.  This may include establishing an online account at SSA.gov, setting an appointment to obtain a replacement Social Security card, applying for Social Security retirement benefits, applying for Medicare, applying for disability benefits, and, if necessary, arranging for transportation to the Social Security office.

Social Services Assistant – Assists Hope Center guests in obtaining services provided by the Social Security Administration. This may include establishing an online account at SSA.gov, setting an appointment to obtain a replacement Social Security card, applying for Social Security retirement benefits, applying for Medicare, applying for disability benefits, and, if necessary, arranging for transportation to the Social Security office.

Greet homeless guests, gather essential details, check eligibility for services, and answer phones. Shift: 8:45 am to 12:00 pm

Answer phones and take messages.
Shift: 8:45 am to 1:00 pm

Monitor the eating area and visit with homeless guests. Assist guests in getting to their predetermined service on time.Shift: 8:45 am to 1:00 pm

Determine guest’s eligibility for assistance. Input guest’s information into the HMIS system. (Requires extra training and HMIS certification).
Shift: 8:45 am to 1:00 pm or later

Breakfast & lunch preparation and service. Kitchen organization and cleaning. (Requires a food server license available on the internet.)Shift: 7:00 am to 1:00 pm

Assist the volunteer dentist. Requires current Dental Hygiene license.Shift: 2 Fridays/month 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Work with our volunteer dentist to schedule and keep records on guests. A background in being a dental assistant or dental hygienist would be helpful, but not required. Any medical training would be beneficial.Shift: 2 Fridays/month 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Wash and dry guests’ clothing. We have three washers and dryers and can do laundry for up to six guests per day.Shift: 8:45am to 12:00pm

Monitor, clean, and sanitize shower areas. Our guests can have showers twice per week if staffing permits.Shift: 8:45am to 12:00pm

Choose outfits for guests, restock and maintain organization of Clothing Closet with new donations.Shift: 8:45am to 12:00pm