Needs From: Volunteer Houston

Calling all Volunteers!!! COHAP is in need of 100 volunteers to help with Set -up the day before our BIG EVENT.  (Back to School Festival & Job Fair)

Volunteers will assist with setting up tables, chairs, backdrop, decorations, signs, children's activities booths, and School Supplies. We need as many hands-on deck as possible to assist with prep for the event the following day.  Whether you can serve for a few hours - your assistance would be most welcomed. 

Set up Date: Friday, August 8, 2026,6                                                                                                                           Time:  1pm - 4pm                                                                                                                                                             Location: Texas Southern University / Physical Health & Education Building                                                   3000-WheelerWheeler Avenue, Houston, Texas                                                                                      

Join us in Making a Difference at the 2026 Back to School Bash Festival & Job Fair!                                        The 2026 Back to School Bash is looking for 300 dedicated volunteers to help us create an unforgettable experience for more than 3000 children and families as they prepare for the new school year.            Whether you can serve for a few hours / shifts or the entire event, your time and talents will make a lasting impact. We welcome individuals, families, community groups, businesses, churches, student organizations, and civic organizations to be part of this exciting day of service.

Three Shifts: 9am -11am, 11am -1pm, & 1pm - 4pm 

Volunteer Opportunities Include: 

Event setup and breakdown                                                                                                                             Registration and guest check-in                                                                                                                                 Backpack and school supply distribution                                                                                                              Hair braiding support and salon assistance                                                                                                       Children's activity zone                                                                                                                                                Job fair assistance                                                                                                                                                       Vendor and Exhibitor support                                                                                                                                 Crowd guidance and hospitality                                                                                                                               Food and refreshment distribution                                                                                                                          Parking and traffic assistance                                                                                                                                  Stage and entertainment support                                                                                                                             Information booth ambassadors                                                                                                                           Volunteer check-in and team leaders                                                                                                                    Clean up and sanitation                                                                                                                                          General Event Support wherever needed 

N0 PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED FOR MOST POSITIONS. YOU JUST NEED A POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND A HEART TO SERVE.

Please wear comfortable shoes & clothes 

Event Details:                                                                                                                                                             Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026                                                                                                                         Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm                                                                                                                                        Location: Texas Southern University  - Physical & Education Building                                                             3000 Wheeler Avenue, Houston, TX. 77004                                                                                                            Please click link below to register to Volunteer

https://cohapoutreachcorporation.org/volunteer-for-events-cohap/

Together, we can provide hope, encouragement, and essential resources to thousands of children and families as they begin a successful school year. Help us reach our goal of 300 volunteers! Invite your family, friends, co-workers, church members, and community organizers to serve alongside you.         Volunteer today and help us empower families, prepare students, and build a stronger community. Every helping hand makes a difference!

COHAP is excited to host our 2026 Annual Back-to-School Bash Festival & Job Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 12:00pm - 3:00pm at Texas Southern University - Physical & Health Education Building in Houston, Texas. Our goal this year is to serve over 3000 children and families by providing essential school supplies, community resources, and educational support to help students begin the school year prepared and confident. 

We are seeking individuals, organizations, corporations / businesses, universities, etc.... to assist by sponsoring in some capacity. 

We are seeking the following Donations:

Monetary                                                                                                                                                                      Backpacks                                                                                                                                                                      School Supplies                                                                                                                                                           School Uniforms                                                                                                                                                          Gift Cards                                                                                                                                                                      Food / Snacks / Beverages 

Your donation will: Help prepare thousands of students for academic success! Every donation both large or small helps ensure that children have the tools they need to succeed in school. 

To Donate, please click link below

 https://cohapoutreachcorporation.org/volunteer-for-events-cohap/