Needs From: Volunteer Houston

The Database Specialist Volunteer will assist with projects that help fulfill fundraising needs and provide support for fundraising efforts including donor database maintenance. 

Attention to detail and confidentiality a must!

Looking for assistance 10 hours/week during weekdays/business hours

The American Red Cross is looking for On-Camera Spokeperson to go out to the scenes of home and apartment fires to tell the Red Cross story. Red Cross Media Relations volunteers are part of a professional volunteer team that develops and delivers the Red Cross story behind-the-scenes, on-camera, in-person and online through media channels, websites, social media feeds and other content platforms. 

Volunteers are asked to sign up for one 4-hour on call shift per week. Shifts are available 24 hours a day. 

To begin your Red Cross journey, please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer. Click on the opportunity: I want to share the Red Cross story with the media on camera. 

The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. 

Purpose: Ensure that the American Red Cross, Texas Gulf Coast Region knows of the community resources available to support the military community

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment: Flexible

This is a short term project, estimated to last between 4-8 months and to take about 70 hours of time to complete.

The Project:

Ensure that all Disaster Assessment workers in Texas Gulf Coast Region have Red Cross Collect qualifications completed and reflected in their Volunteer Connection profile.
• Provide appropriate training, support, and recognition to team members
• Ensure that Detailed Damage Assessments (DDA) is completed in the field.

Qualifications:

Ability to follow assessment procedures
· Ability to collect data
· Ability to enter data into Red Cross data base (RC Collect /Survey123)
· Familiarity and ability to access computer programs
· Conducts phone surveys to gather impact and preliminary damage assessment information.
· Ability to understand, explain, and implement activity procedures with emphasis on the collection process.
· Leadership and Team Building
· Ability to build effective relationships with units and individuals who can help with work related goals.
· Complex problem solving skills

Builds Effective Teams
Building teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Situational Adaptability
Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Collaborates
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Is able to:
· Sit for 2 hours periods
· Speak clearly on phone and in person

Volunteers in this role can take on one of two tracks. 

The volunteer should plan on average of 5-10 hours per week and have ability to come in to the main Houston office during business hours periodically. 

 It takes about 5-10 minutes to finish application then we can proceed to the next step and do a 15 minute interview to make sure we find the right fit! 

All my best,

Sylvia Burle

Volunteer Services Senior Recruiter

361-500-5027 or sylvia.burle@redcross.org

The purpose of this position is to provide support to leadership of Disaster Cycle Services workers in performing feeding activities during preparedness, response, and recovery within a Region. 

The role of the Disaster Mental Health (DMH) Deputy Regional Lead is to support the DMH Regional Lead in onboarding and supporting volunteers on the team.

Key Responsibilities:

Time Commitment:

Flexible timing, anticipated at about 5 hours per month. 

Location:

The volunteer in this role may come in and volunteer from their closest office or volunteer from home at their discretion.

Every day, the Red Cross responds to an average of 3-4 fires a day in the Greater Houston area. These fires are responded to by teams of volunteers who go and meet the family, within 2 hours, any time night or day.

How do these amazing volunteers get called out? By YOU - our newest Disaster Action Team Duty Officer. 

Purpose: Ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership - 

Functional - 

Time Commitment: At least one 12 hour on-call shift per week. Coverage of the night shift (6p-6a) and weekend shifts are CRITICALLY needed. Initially several hours on online training will be required in order to understand the role and the services provided.

Training: Training will be a mix of online and on the job. Duty Officers will need to go on a handful fire calls on scene to understand that experience. Once training is complete, you will not need to go on scene - unless you want to.

The roles of the Emergency Response Vehicle (ERV) Drivers is to serve as a member of a temporary work unit on a disaster relief operation. ERV drivers deploy to large scale disasters to so support Mass Care activities. These activities typically involve either mobile feeding routes, food delivery to fixed feeding sites or delivering emergency supplies for clients.  

Time Commitment: 12-14 hour days for extended periods depending on distance. Time and length of commitment will vary by operation, but typical deployments are 14 days long.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Assist Red Cross in delivering mission by alleviating human suffering caused by disasters. Primary responses include single family and multifamily fires.  

Key Responsibilities

Want to save a life?  View this video for a glimpse of this High Priority Position:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFrWvAprx-Q

If you are interested and want to start right away start your application at:  http://www.redcross.org/volunteer

Please contact Sylvia Burle Volunteer Services at sylvia.burle@redcross.org or call me at 361-500-5027 so that we can start your Red Cross Journey.       

Assist Red Cross in delivering mission by alleviating human suffering caused by disasters. Primary responses include single family and multi family fires.

Key Responsibilities

Want to save a life?  View this video for a glimpse of this High Priority Position:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFrWvAprx-Q

If you are interested and want to start right away start your application at:  http://www.redcross.org/volunteer and upon completion please call me or email me so that we may begin your Red Cross Journey today! 

All my best,

Sylvia Burle

361-500-5027 or sylvia.burle@redcross.org

The purpose of Disaster Services Technology is to provide communications, technology and support to individuals and work sites on a disaster relief operation.  

There are 4 teams within the Disaster Services Technology Group

Communications: The role of the Communication Service Associate is to complete assigned tasks using one or more segments of the telecom industry being used on the DRO such as radio dispatch or maintenance, cellular sales or support, wireline carrier or Installation Company, or amateur radio.

Computer Operations: The role of the Computer Operations Service Associate is to complete assigned tasks using and troubleshooting PC technology including PC hardware, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.

Customer Service: The role of the Customer Service Service Associate is to retrieve and sort information and reports for Customer Service. Experience in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Access).

Networking: The role of the Networking Service Associate is to complete assigned tasks using internet protocol, networking and related technologies, including Windows networking, network attached printers, WiFi, routers and switches and the fundamentals of twisted pair Ethernet cabling.

Time Commitment

Regional responses: Shift work determined by the scale of the relief operation; a minimum requirement of 8-12 hours per day during the disaster relief operation for multiple, consecutive days.

Beyond Regional responses: 12-14 hour days for extended periods depending on distance. Time and length of commitment will vary by operation.

Qualifications

Candidates are folks that want to work or learn about:

The Fundraising Data & Salesforce Volunteer assists Relationship Managers with maintaining accurate information in our CRM System, Salesforce.  Assist Development Specialists with keeping track of fundraising data.  

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with keeping donor information current in Salesforce. This may include entering disaster asks, recording activities, uploading documents such as grant agreements, and updating contact information for Fundraisers.
• Maintain accuracy of donor groups in Salesforce, including updating groups after a disaster for Donor Development Officers.
• Utilize the Donor Data Portal for donor research.
• Manage the Fundraising Support Request Forms process to regularly update donor information.
• Assist with creating and tracking invoices for corporate donors when needed.
• Run reports, including fundraiser activity, year-end Moves Management, group management, analysis of daily gift reports and more.
• Research as needed to ensure accuracy of all donor information.
• Review information for Channel Design/portfolio realignment, move accounts as necessary and provide data cleanup.
• Support gift tracking and management, including tracking down missing gifts and linking gifts in Relationship Manager’s absence.

Qualifications

A Disaster Assessment Service Associate conducts field collection of damage assessment information and conducts damage assessment review and interpretation for Individual Assistance Providers (IAPs). This includes the collection and recording of impact and damage data and supporting Recovery Services with data interpretation.

Volunteers in this role are required to be fully vaccinated.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment: 

Regional responses: Shift work determined by the scale of the relief operation; a minimum requirement of 8-12 hours per day during the disaster relief operation for multiple, consecutive days.

Beyond Regional responses: 12-14 hour days for extended periods depending on distance. Time and length of commitment will vary by operation.

If you are interested and want to start right away start your application at:  http://www.redcross.org/volunteer and upon completion please call me or email me so that we may begin your Red Cross Journey today! 

THIS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY CAN BE VIRTUAL. FLEXIBLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Support and assist with the full range of client services to military members, veterans and their families, to include: emergency communications; information and referral; access to financial assistance; and family follow-up services.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

If  are interested and want to start right away start your application at:  https://rdcrss.org/3HEh8El 

Purpose: This position supports the Regional Development/Fundraising department. Assist with thanking our donors through acknowledgement letters, thank you phone calls, and other stewardship materials

Key Responsibilities: 

This is a hybrid volunteer opportunity with a mixture of virtual and in person activities. 

Due to disasters occuring acrosss the country, the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast region is looking for volunteers to deploy to our neighboring regions to assist with disaster relief. Complete a volunteer application today! Free online training will be provided as well as travel, meals, and lodging during deployment. Volunteers will be asked to assist in shelters. Shelter duties may include: Working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelterMeeting disaster-caused sheltering needs of individuals, families, and communitiesProviding services with kindness and compassion that are accessible and equitable to all clientsMaintaining clear communication and collaboration with supervisors and peersEnsuring accuracy in all assigned tasksProviding accurate reporting of sheltering activity as assigned

Assist Red Cross in delivering mission by alleviating human suffering caused by disasters. 

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate (SA) is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event.

Key Responsibilities

Minimum Age Requirement:  18 years of Age

Ready to serve our communities together; then follow this sign and start your journey with us today!  Start your application at:  

                          https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer/shelter-hero.html

Please contact Sylvia Burle Volunteer Services at sylvia.burle@redcross.org or call me at 361-500-5027 so that we can start your Red Cross Journey.       

This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. To safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing and/or deliver blood or blood products to hospital customers

Responsibilities

Volunteers will participate in individual mentoring weekly at Las Americas Newcomer School and Jane Long Academy. Activities include: homework help, building language skills and improving social skills.

All interested persons must apply at https://www.pairhouston.org/volunteer-index-impact 

Global Learners Middle School Program

Global Learners promotes English language acquisition, builds social and emotional skills, and fosters academic success for refugee youth. Mentors meet with students in small groups, providing guidance and leadership in curriculum activities.

Global Leaders High School Program

Global Leaders builds leadership, social and academic skills necessary for high school graduation and college. Global Leaders explore opportunities for their future and develop life skills necessary to attain higher education and employment for refugee youth. Mentors meet with students in small groups, providing guidance and leadership in curriculum activities.

All interested persons must apply at https://www.pairhouston.org/volunteer-index-impact

Volunteers will participate in individual mentoring weekly for middle schools at Las Americas Newcomer School and Jane Long Academy. Activities include: homework help, building language skills and improving social skills.

All interested persons must apply at https://www.pairhouston.org/volunteer-index-impact 

MEN Inc is searching for men in and around Houston to engage with our students as professional volunteer mentors. The M.E.N. Incorporated Mentoring Program of Houston helps to empower young men in our community to make positive life choices that enable them to maximize their potential. The mentoring program uses adult volunteers to commit to supporting, guiding, and being a friend to a young man for a period of at least one year. By becoming part of the social network of adults and community members who care about the youth, the mentor can help youth develop and reach positive academic, career, and personal goals.

Participation Requirements

M.E.N. Incorporated is seeking individuals with previous nonprofit board experience to expand our Board of Directors. Female and Male candidates will be considered.

MEN Incorporated Board of Directors has 3 open spots available for individuals with previous board experience, youth development interest and a strong desire to be actively engaged in the growth of a small nonprofit.

Emphasis will be given to those with career backgrounds of education, law, marketing/advertising and program operations. Fundraising and fundraising experience is a plus!

Serious Candidates only!

If you enjoy Fashion, Food, Fun, and Philanthropy, then come join the Holiday Shopping Card Committee. You’ll love working with Houston’s most popular retail stores and restaurants, all while making a difference in the fight against cancer! It’s very flexible and requires only about a few hours a month from March - November. There are also opportunities to get even more involved with other HSC subcommittees including Retailer Development, Administrative, and Marketing.

BYCE is celebrating ten years serving students in the low-income Houston and surrounding communities. We hosted academic and character development programs to aid in the academic and personal growth of the student. 

We are planning a party for our guest.  We are looking for someone who is creative in mind and hands, as well as, love to plan and execute a great party. If you have ever planned a party, big or small, we could use your talent.

You will assist in the planning and execution of the party. Mostly a virtual position. There will be times physical presence will be required, for example, site visits, meetings, day of the event. The event will be held in the Galleria area on September 7, at 5 pm.

Serious inquires only  This team will begin in JULY and end a few days before the event  

 BYCE celebrates ten years of service in the community. We want to have fun as well as thank those who helped us along the way. It the Mad Hatter Theme.  We need volunteers to help us:

Coordinate and manage ticket sells

Organize and layout Ads in Event Program Booklet

Manage seat and table assignments

Help with preparing and setting up decorations

and more.

******PLEASE APPLY FOR POSITION AT TWST4GIRLS.ORG/VOLUNTEER AND CHOOSE THE "FACILITATOR" POSITION

We are interviewing potential program educators/facilitators to be an integral part in youth development in the city of Houston and surrounding areas.

Curriculum is in place, all we need is YOU! 

Program: 

Build the life skills and confidence of youth girls and boys! 

Program location(s):

Juvenile Corrections Facility for youth -(Downtown Houston and Katy, TX locations)

Edison Jr. High

Pilgrim Academy Jr. High

Patrick Henry Jr. High

Lincoln Park Community Center

Education:

Characteristics:

Requirements:

YMCA International Services is in need of translators for the following languages: Pashto, Dari, Farsi, as well as Spanish to English.

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.

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

The hours are flexible plus we cover all of Houston and the surrounding areas...wherever you are, we have a need. 

DRIVERS LICENSE OR ID 

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

AUTO INSURANCE (DIRECT PATIENT VISITS)

TB TEST 

Come join us in making a difference! 

Help newly arrived refugees in Houston gain the skills they need to get around the city independently. 

As a Bus Buddy, you’ll ride alongside refugee students as they travel to important destinations like English classes, job training programs, or healthcare appointments. You’ll teach them how to: 

Read and understand METRO bus maps and schedules 

Use the Transit app to plan and track their route 

Purchase and use bus passes with ease 

For many refugees, learning how to use public transportation is a vital step toward rebuilding their lives. Your support can open the door to opportunities, connections, and independence. 

No experience needed—just a friendly attitude and a love for helping others. 
We’ll provide training and support to get you started. 

BeyWIsee Foundation is in search of a Board Secretary!

Our mission at beyWIsee Foundation is to provide resources through yearly initiatives to students in underserved communities.

beyWIsee Foundation Board Secretary:

Role Impact:
We are looking for someone who is passionate about our mission and eager to help the organization as we move forward. The Board Secretary is a key role to the overall effectiveness of the beyWIsee Foundation. 

Required Skills:
- Strong organizational abilities

- Attention to detail

- Excellent communication

- Team Player

- Proficiency with record-keeping tools

Commitment & Location:
- 3 Yr. Board Commitment

- Quarterly meetings

- Special monthly meetings leading up to events

- All meetings are held remotely

Experience Level:
- Previous board experience is not required

- Administrative experience is preferred, but not required

This is a great opportunity to gain first-hand non-profit board experience for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

Meeting Management:

Schedule board meetings, prepare and distribute agendas and supporting documents, and ensure meetings run efficiently. 

Record Keeping:

Accurately record minutes of board meetings, including discussions, decisions, and action items. 

Communication:

Ensure effective and timely communication among board members and other stakeholders. 

Official Documents:

Maintain and organize official organizational records, such as bylaws and board member rosters, ensuring they are accessible. 

Governance Support:

Play a crucial role in supporting the board's overall governance and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Catholic Charities’ St. Frances Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance provides a diverse array of immigration legal services in greater Houston. Our experienced corps of attorneys and legal professionals provide free and low-cost legal services to children who arrived in the U.S. alone, families seeking immigration assistance, crime victims, asylum seekers, and immigrants seeking to become U.S. citizens.

The Cabrini Center seeks the assistance of pro bono attorneys for both litigation and administrative cases.

Child Watch volunteers engage with our clients' children, ages 4 to 11. Child Watch is open on Saturdays and Thursday evenings.

Members of our Professional Women's Group can leave their children in the center while they're in the building for workshops and professional growth programs. This is an important service because it helps to guarantee that childcare is not a barrier to women who are seeking to change and improve their lives.

Responsibilities: Volunteers will engage and interact in developmentally appropriate activities while in the Child Watch room. They will maintain a safe and positive environment for the children. This may mean leading a craft, reading, etc. Volunteers will also be responsible for dispensing snacks and drinks and cleaning up the room at the end of the shift.

Child Watch Volunteer Times: Two Saturdays each month: 8:30A-11:30A; 11:30A- 2:30P
Several Thursday Evenings: 5:30-8PM

Training: Attend Dress for Success Houston's volunteer orientation. A background check paid for by Dress for Success Houston is required. You will receive more guidance and instruction before your first shift.

Child Watch volunteers engage with our clients' children, ages 4 to 11. Child Watch is open on Saturdays and Thursday evenings.

Members of our Professional Women's Group can leave their children in the center while they're in the building for workshops and professional growth programs. This is an important service because it helps to guarantee that childcare is not a barrier to women who are seeking to change and improve their lives.

Responsibilities: Volunteers will engage and interact in developmentally appropriate activities while in the Child Watch room. They will maintain a safe and positive environment for the children. This may mean leading a craft, reading, etc. Volunteers will also be responsible for dispensing snacks and drinks and cleaning up the room at the end of the shift.

Child Watch Volunteer Times: Two Saturdays each month: 8:30A-11:30A; 11:30A- 2:30P
Several Thursday Evenings: 5:30-8PM

Training: Attend Dress for Success Houston's volunteer orientation. A background check paid for by Dress for Success Houston is required. You will receive more guidance and instruction before your first shift.

Join us in empowering women to achieve economic independence! We offer various volunteer opportunities to support our clients:

Your time and skills can make a lasting impact! Join an orientation today.

Work one-on-one with our clients to find the perfect interview suit as well as the confidence boost they need to succeed in their interviews. Come to volunteer orientation to learn more.

Looking for a volunteer counterpart to work in tandem with the Regional Disaster Officer for the Texas Gulf Coast Region of your American Red Cross to lead a team of over 1000 paid staff and volunteers throughout the disaster cycle. 

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications

Time Commitment:

Location:

For more information or to apply, please send your resume to kimberly.patel@redcross.org.

This is a great opportunity for those who want to combine service with some alone time or for couples who would like to volunteer together.

The Disaster Action Team Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses.

Volunteers who service as Duty Officers communicate with both fire departments as well as clients in remote settings. They work to complete the initial assessment of the situation and dispatch volunteers to respond as needed. 

Volunteer needed specifically to provide review support for three teams 1) Montgomery, Walker, San Jacinto and Polk Counties,  2) Galveston, Chambers, & Liberty Counties and 3) Fort Bend, Brazoria, Wharton, Matagorda & Colorado Counties.  Volunteer does not need to live in those counties to be a member of that team for this role.

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

Sign up for at least 1 - 12 hour shift per week.

Recruiting for multiple Teams:

Recovery Event Reviewers may not hold any other role in RC Care. Volunteer needed specifically to provide review support for two teams 1) Fort Bend Counties

Time Commitment: Daily check to be completed in RC Care. Time needed to verify and document any events varies ranging from no events to verify that day to time needed to make several phone calls and internet searches.

Qualifications: Required qualifications:

Length of Apptmt: Ongoing

Training: Required:

Recommended:
Psychological First Aid: Helping Others in Times of Stress

Want to be a part of team and help save a lives?  

Are you a supply chain professional looking for a way to gift your talents to a non-profit? The Red Cross within the Texas Gulf Coast is looking for a Regional Distribution of Emergency Supplies Lead.

Distribution of Emergency Supplies (DES) provides more than one item to more than one individual at one time. Traditionally, this has been clean up items, flashlights, food coolers, gloves, etc. 

This position is responsible for the overall execution of DES within the region including:
1. Serve as District DES Lead or DRO DES Lead during operations
2. Oversee overall DES program, ensuring current DES guidance is observed
3. Ensure effective planning for DES operations
4. Ensure adequate supplies for DES operations
5. Ensure adequate partnerships are pre-identified to address DES needs identified in regional plans and coordinate DES operational plans and manage expectations around DES capability, capacity and reporting
6. Build DES capacity and capability through recruitment, training and mentoring
7. Serve as the Red Cross subject matter expert in distribution of emergency supplies program guidance and tools

Qualifications

Ability to build and lead a team using a collaborative leadership style and demonstrating traits of honesty, forward looking, competence, intelligence and compassion. This Lead will envision a team’s impact in Mass Care and inspire the team into action. They will ensure the team understands how they fit into the larger DCS structure and how their actions can positively influence and support the DCS Program as a whole.

Red Cross Blood Donor Ambassadors provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

Current Blood Drive locations: Red Cross Office at 59 & Kirby, The Woodlands County Club, The Clubs of Kingwood, and Cinco Ranch.

Key Responsibilities

Time Commitment

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of law that applies during times of armed conflict and seeks to protect persons who are not or are no longer participating in the armed conflict and to restrict the means and methods of warfare. Basic Level Instructors are able to deliver basic level IHL content within their region. Basic level IHL content includes, the Even War has Rules class, and other content approved by the SAF Region Lead. Basics can present Intermediate Level content, providing they are doing so as a co-instructor with an Intermediate or Expert level instructor. 

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Time Commitment: Approximately 5 hours per month

During each disaster relief operation there is a team who work behind the scenes taking care of the responding workforce. The team breaks down in to specialty tracks focused on each aspect of "human resource" type needs. You could chose from one (or more) of the following:

During the pandemic, most of these roles are virtual. The exception are the Staff Ambassadors and potentially some members of the Disaster Event Based Volunteer Team or the Volunteer Relations Team.

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

Purpose: Recovery Team Members provide Follow up and Recovery Planning Services, including referrals, for individuals and households following regional events - primarily home fires.

Key Responsibilities:

Preferred Qualifications:

Are you ready to turn your compassion into action? The Red Cross is looking for volunteers to help both locally and across the country to help those impacted by disaster. Whether you have a few hours a week or 2 weeks available to deploy (Red Cross covers basic deployment expenses) we have a place for you! Check out the opportunities below to see which is the right one(s) for you!

Disaster Action Team: This volunteer team provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. Volunteers need to have access to technology as casework is completed on online platforms and many responses are handled remotely at this time. There is a particular need for volunteers with weekday availability!

Disaster Casework Volunteers: Connect directly with people affected by disasters big and small to help take the next steps in their recovery journey. Red Cross volunteers support the recovery process of disaster-affected individuals, households, and communities by providing advocacy, referrals and financial assistance using our case management system. There is a particular need for volunteers with ability to deploy for 2 weeks (Red Cross covers basic deployment expenses) and then keep your skills sharp in between deployments by supporting local recovery casework.

Shelter Volunteers: Support those displaced by a disaster by ensuring a safe place for our clients to stay. This may be in a the gym of a school, a community center, or a faith center multi-purpose room. Shelter Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and interacts with clients to ensure their needs are met. Shelter Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Local shifts vary from 6 hour daytime shifts to 12 hour overnight shifts. Two week deployment opportunities available as well with 12 hour shifts. (Red Cross covers basic expenses for deployments.)

If you are interested in learning more about 1 or more of these fulfilling volunteer opportunities, please message Kim Patel at kimberly.patel@redcross.org or call/text 281-733-4162. To jump in and get started, visit: https://rdcrss.org/3kmJxqa 

Purpose: Recovery Team Members provide Follow up and Recovery Planning Services, including referrals, for individuals and households following regional events - primarily home fires.  Opportunities for both local virtual volunteer shifts as well as 2 week deployments both virtual or in person. (Red Cross covers basic deployment expenses for in person assignments.)

Key Responsibilities:

Preferred Qualifications:

This is a great opportunity for those who want to combine service with some alone time or for couples who would like to volunteer together.

If  are interested and want to start right away start your application at:  https://rdcrss.org/3HEh8El and upon completion please call me or email me so that we may begin your Red Cross Journey today! 

All my best,

Sylvia Burle

Volunteer Services Senior Recruitment Specialist

361-500-5027 or sylvia.burle@redcross.org

The American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health responder provides disaster mental health services to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster. 

Duties:

Qualifications:

A. CURRENTLY LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:

The Disaster Volunteer Engagement Team is responsible for overseeing “The Volunteer Experience” for volunteers serving in the Disaster Cycle Services Department. This involves aiding volunteers in the utilization and access of Volunteer Connection as well as overseeing the development and implementation of both formal and informal department recognition efforts and promoting regional recognition programs.

Key Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for tasks assigned by the specific Disaster Workforce Engagement Team program lead:

Time Commitment:

Approximately 10-20 hours per month, working remotely and on-site depending on the activity within a given department. Weekly connection on the status of projects.

This position supports the Regional Communications and Public Affairs department. This is a 100% virtual (volunteer-from-home) opportunity. Red Cross Bloggers and Feature Writers are a part of a creative content volunteer team that creates professionally-written content for news releases, media alerts, and regional platforms including blogs, social media feeds, websites and other outlets.

This position supports the Regional Communications and Public Affairs department. This is a 100% virtual (volunteer-from-home) opportunity. Red Cross Bloggers and Feature Writers are a part of a creative content volunteer team that creates professionally-written content for news releases, media alerts, and regional platforms including blogs, social media feeds, websites and other outlets.

• Follow the Communications calendar to research, perform interviews, write and post blog stories within deadlines. Blog posts are typically 300-500 words and must be cleared by regional communications staff.
• Write human interest stories that highlight the work of volunteers, leaders, donors, disaster victims, etc. Feature stories are typically 500-1,000 words and may require telephone interviews or face-to-face interviews.
• Develop other written materials such as press releases, presentations, editorials, messaging, speeches, and newsletters. Bank "evergreen" stories for use at a later time.
During Disasters:
• Work with Communications team to identify stories, conduct interviews, write and post on a daily basis; focus on client stories and service delivery.
• Interview clients, partners, and Red Cross workers. Share story ideas with media relations and social engagement teams.
• May be asked to shoot photos with your smart phone if a photographer isn't available. Secure signed information release forms.

• Reliable access to resources needed to volunteer 100% virtually

• Strong writing, editing, research and interpersonal skills.
• Must be familiar with basic computer operations and have the ability to upload content to the blog or by email remotely.
• Authentic, creative, funny and engaging storyteller.

Communications, marketing and development staff, Red Cross volunteers, and community partners.

• Obtain Red Cross training and networking opportunities
• Hands-on experience with a professional non-profit organization and staff
• Opportunity to see work used in community awareness, promotional campaigns, and disaster communications

• Orientation to American Red Cross
• Public Affairs Essentials (Online)
• Introduction to Red Cross Communications
• Fundamentals of Disaster Public Affairs, National Response (Webinar)
• Social Media Basics (Recommended)

Your help is needed at blood drives! From start to finish, Donor Ambassadors provide a friendly face for blood donors, whether they’re greeting and registering donors at check-in or thanking them for rolling up their sleeves and donating lifesaving blood at the refreshments table.

Requirements:

Getting Started:

To find out more about available Volunteer opportunities and to get started on your Volunteer Application, click here

Comfort Hospcie is currently seeking Volunteers in the MAnvel, Texas Area.  The presence and service of hospice volunteers is targeted towards ultimately providing patients, caregivers, and families with the most comfortable and compassionate end-of-life experience possible. If you feel that you're a fit for this opportinity, please give me a call at 832-786-4216. Thanks

Inspire, Equip, and Encourage the Next Generation

MENtorUP is a Saturday mentoring program designed to connect middle and high school young men with positive male role models who can guide, encourage, and inspire them.

Through group discussions, life skills sessions, and shared experiences, mentors help young men develop character, confidence, and a vision for their future. Our sessions include practical topics such as responsibility, leadership, career readiness, and healthy relationships—paired with fun activities like sports, field trips, college trips, retreats, and community service projects.

By showing up consistently, mentors build trust and provide the encouragement these young men need to navigate school, relationships, and life beyond the classroom.

Details: Ages 18+Meets on select Saturdays during the school year

Requires background check

Wheelchair accessible

Hermann Park Conservancy’s Job Shadow Program supplies students (age 13 to 17 years) the opportunity to observe and participate in a variety of work related activities.  The Job Shadow Program can enhance a student's understanding of careers in conservation and provide them with the opportunity to work alongside an experienced employee who can answer questions and provide accurate and timely advice. Job Shadow Program participants will gain knowledge, skills and an understanding of Hermann Park Conservancy. Through this experience, students will see the connection between school and the workforce.  Parents and students should attend the orientation in July (date to be determined)  from 9am to noon. Program runs for 4-5 weeks Wednesday through Friday and some Saturdays 9am to 3pm.  Application and waiver required. For more detailed information please contact the Director of Volunteer Programs, Diane Kerr at dkerr@hermannpark.org.  College students should request Saturday Volunteer Internship information, working in natural habitat.

YMCA International Services is  looking for volunteers that speak Dari/Farsi and Pashto to help with outreach and various projects/roles here at YMCA International Services. There is always a need for caring people who want to help their community as interpreters. If you feel passionate about helping refugees and immigrants here in Houston this could be a great opportunity for you.

Must complete a background check and read over a PowerPoint on child abuse prevention with a questionnaire at the end. 

Contact Darlean.Lewis@ymcahouston.org

3110 Hayes Road suite 300

Houston, Texas 77082

Every Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., please help us to pass out food for those in need.

Address: 3110 Hayes Road suite 300,

Houston, Texas 77082

 Required to do a background check and read over a PowerPoint on child abuse prevention with a questionnaire at the end and Orientation

Spanish/English to translate for YMCA International Services

Contact Darlean.Lewis@ymcahouston.org

3110 Hayes Road, suite 300

Houston, Texas 77082

Tutor: 

What language(s) do you speak? 

Arabic, Spanish, French of Swahili is a plus

Description of Volunteer Position (what will the volunteer be doing) 

Tutoring a student who has almost no formal education. Tutoring would be for elementary-level math, reading, and writing. Age 18-24 years old

What kind of training will be provided? 

You can meet with the volunteer to make a tutoring plan and discuss resources, can do zoom or in person

Necessary skills, qualifications, or requirements for volunteers 

Prior experience tutoring or working with ESL students preferred 

Translate for our refugee clients at the YMCA International Services.

YMCA International Services is looking for volunteers that speak Burmese/Rohingyan/Malay to help with outreach and various projects/roles here at YMCA International Services, and airport pickup. There is always a need for caring people who want to help their community as interpreters. If you feel passionate about helping refugees and immigrants here in Houston this could be a great opportunity for you.

Must complete a background check and read over a PowerPoint on child abuse prevention with a questionnaire at the end.

YMCA International Services provides client-centered services to refugees, survivors of human trafficking, asylees, and other vulnerable newcomers from around the world. Services include financial assistance, immigration legal services, post-release services, case management, employment education, and more. It is only through the support of our volunteers and donors that we are able to give back to our communities. When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about meaningful change in your community.

YMCA International Services is looking for volunteers that speak Burmese/Rohingyan/Malay to help with outreach and various projects/roles here at YMCA International Services, and airport pickup. There is always a need for caring people who want to help their community as interpreters. If you feel passionate about helping refugees and immigrants here in Houston this could be a great opportunity for you.

Must complete a background check and read over a PowerPoint on child abuse prevention with a questionnaire at the end.

Hermann Park has two wonderful prairie exhibits. Each exhibit was formed from rescued plant species native to the Houston metro region. Volunteers are needed to help edge the area, weed, and assist with moving plants to create walk ways through the prairie for visitors to get a closer look at the many species of Texas native prairie grasses and wildflowers. Native prairie plants in this exhibit where rescued from surrounding areas within the Houston metro region. Tools and materials will be provided. Participants will use shovels to move or transplant grasses. A chance to see what much of Houston looked like years ago, as part of a tall grass prairie system. Bring your cameras for close-up pictures of some amazingly beautiful native plants.   Takes place on Saturdays, please email to confirm. Please contact the volunteer department for the location.  Locations are at Bayou Parkland on Almeda Rd (1st & 4th Sat.) or next to the lake in the 'heart' of Hermann Park (2nd Sat.). Families, groups, teens and individuals welcome!

Volunteers needed to help maintain and beautify areas of Hermann Park. Volunteers are utilized to weed, water, plant, transplant, cut back flower or shrub beds, raking leaves and pine-straw, mulching of trees and shrubs, trail cleaning, and litter removal. Areas include the Japanese Garden, McGovern Lake, Lake Plaza, Reflection Pool, Kinder Station and other designated areas. Training is available. Various volunteer group projects are available. All groups sizes are welcome, from 2 to 100 participants, (families, churches, corporations, schools, colleges, non-profits, scouts or other) Most projects take place Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.   Please contact the volunteer department for a Volunteer Request form to schedule a date and time.  Project locations vary throughout Hermann Park. 

Hermann Park Conservancy's new McGovern Centennial Gardens is now open! The Gardens delight visitors with traditional features like a rose garden, and new areas to explore such as an interactive family garden, an arid garden, a 30-foot garden mount, and a sculpture promenade featuring public art donated by countries around the world. The new gardens will receive many visitors! Assist park staff in making sure their visit is enjoyable for all as well helping to maintain Hermann Park to a high standard.

Rose Volunteers: volunteers that wish to work in the rose garden will receive training on how to deadhead and prune roses. Deadheading roses is an "evergreen" task- one that always needs attention. Once you receive training, you will be able to come in during garden hours from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

*It's okay if you need to leave early, and you don't need to attend every week.

To begin the volunteer process, please complete an application found on our website at http://www.hermannpark.org/volunteering-opportunities and attend one of our volunteer orientations. We will discuss information about Hermann Park Conservancy and volunteer positions in detail.

For more details about attending a volunteer orientation contact the volunteer department at volunteer@hermannpark.org 

For pictures: http://www.hermannpark.org/centennial-year/mcgovern-centennial-gardens-cherie-flores-garden-pavilion/

Are you looking to gain experience in leadership, management, event planning, or hospitality?  Let us help further develop your leadership skills by volunteering as a Special Events Volunteer Leader at Hermann Park Conservancy!  Come see how our events work, behind the scenes, while adding to your resume!

As a Special Events Volunteer Leader you will receive dedicated training to manage and direct other volunteers the duration of our events.  You will play a vital role in helping manage who is where and what they are doing!    

Join us Sunday, September 30th, 2018 from 1-5pm for a FREE lunch and training focused on developing leaders for our Park to Port Bike Ride event coming up October 6, 2018.

REGISTER HERE

Events Include:

Hermann Park Conservancy Mission Statement

Hermann Park Conservancy (HPC) is a non-profit citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park- today and for generations to come.

If you want to help give back to Hermann Park, but prefer to volunteer indoors- this opportunity is for you!

Hermann Park Conservancy is in need of an on-going phone operator during one or all of the following shifts:

Tuesday:              9am-12pm

Friday:                  9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm

Training will be provided so that you can help answer questions from park visitors as they call the Conservancy.

If you are interested in signing up, please reach out to schedule an orientation.

Hermann Park Conservancy Mission Statement

Hermann Park Conservancy (HPC) is a non-profit citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park- today and for generations to come.

Love being outside? Enjoy spending time at Hermann Park? Combine the two and volunteer at McGovern Centennial Gardens. McGovern Centennial Gardens, a paradise for garden lovers, offers many opportunities for volunteers in the various horticultural-themed gardens. Come assist our team  by helping weed, mulch, or plant.

To commemorate Hermann Park’s centennial in 2014, Hermann Park Conservancy transformed the former Houston Garden Center site into the eight-acre McGovern Centennial Gardens. The Gardens were custom-made for Hermann Park and add a new dimension to Houston’s garden attractions. Visitors can explore a variety of themed garden rooms arranged situated along a spacious central lawn, the Centennial Green, and are home to more than 490 new trees of over 50 species, 760 hedge shrubs, 55,000 perennial bulbs, 650 azaleas and 4.5 acres of grass. They include the Arid Garden, the Rose Garden, the Celebration Garden, and the Woodland Garden, and an educational Family Garden, which produces seasonal vegetables, herbs and fruit trees. The main entry into the Gardens is through the Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion, which was designed by Peter Bohlin, architect of Apple stores worldwide.

Join us in helping maintain this beautuful feature of Hermann Park!

Wednesday Morning, McGovern Centennial Gardens 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Saturday Morning, McGovern Centennial Gardens 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

To begin the volunteer process, email us at volunteer@hermannpark.org or sign -up at https://hermannparkconservancy.volunteershift.com/shifts?sort=soonest

We welcome school, church, civic or corporate groups! For Group Volunteer opportunities. Please contact the volunteer department if you wish to schedule a date for your group. 

Hermann Park’s McGovern Centennial Gardens is seeking volunteers interested in promoting a positive experience among park visitors.  Hermann Park Conservancy invites you to join us in developing a corps of  volunteers to become trained Ambassadors within a beautiful garden setting. The Centennial Gardens span 8 acres with various garden types such as succulents, vegetables, perennials, roses, pine trees, bulbs, as well the three story high mount to walk and sculptures to see!

Volunteers will learn to orient visitors, share garden information and etiquette, greet visiting groups, establish a positive rapport with all visitors and conduct periodic checks of the various gardens. Volunteer shifts for Saturdays and Sundays are 11am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm (times subject to change). This position is integral to the enjoyment of these beautiful and fragile new gardens.  Please join us in creating a corps of volunteers to help take care of this amazingly beautiful garden.

To begin the volunteer process, fill out an application and please attend one of our volunteer orientations. We will discuss information about Hermann Park Conservancy, volunteer positions in detail and go on a scavenger hunt to become more familiar with the garden space.

For more details about attending a volunteer orientation please contact the volunteer department at volunteer@hermannpark.org.

For more pictures: http://www.hermannpark.org/centennial-year/mcgovern-centennial-gardens-cherie-flores-garden-pavilion/

Do you enjoy teaching others? Do you have a garden topic that you're very passionate about? Come out to the new McGovern Centennial Gardens and lead a workshop to teach others!

Some topic ideas could include: Beekeeping, seed collecting, knowledge about gardening in Houston climate, permaculture, how to build a raised bed, small container gardening, art in the garden, etc.

The Gardens delight visitors with traditional features like a rose garden and new areas to explore such as an interactive family garden, an arid garden, a 30-foot garden mount, and a sculpture promenade featuring public art donated by countries around the world. The new gardens will receive many visitors!

To begin the volunteer process, fill out an application and please attend one of our volunteer orientations. We will discuss information about Hermann Park Conservancy, volunteer positions in detail and go on a scavenger hunt to become more familiar with the garden space.

For more details about orientation dates and to request a volunteer application please contact the volunteer department.

Help around the ALS Association Texas Chapter Houston office with post event organization.

If you're compassionate, fluent in English, and can volunteer a couple times per week, we want YOU to help a small 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 all of us!

We especially need teachers available 9am - 11am or 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Classes will meet either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday at our West Campus: 2424 Wilcrest Dr., Houston, TX 77042

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).

If you are interested, Please fill out this Google Form for further information or email us at mamvolunteers@mamhouston.org and we will get back with you. Kindly check your spam account for our reply. Sometimes messages are blocked by email filters.

To sit with pregnant mothers at night.

Cornerstone Family Resource Center in partnership with The Pointe at Crestmont is sponsoring summer food distribution for children and teens residing in their community.  The Pointe at Crestmont is a low-income, tax credit community that provides reduced rent and social service supports for its residents.   During the summer months children and teens often go without the essential food that they received at school.  We are looking for volunteer groups to conduct food drives of essential items and distribute the food to the residents during the summer months (June, July, August).  The distributions are schedule for the 1st and 3rd Saturday each month however additional days may be added.  Groups may choose one or more days to volunteers.

OFFICE ANGELS! We can always use extra help around the office. If you love to problem solve, organize, and focus on details, we have the job for you! Some current projects include:

We ask that you first, fill out our Volunteer Interest Form and the attend a Volunteer Orientation to learn more about our work.

We look forward to meeting you!

Volunteers are needed to 1) post photos on social media i.e. Instagram and Facebook 2) create event flyers 3) pass out flyers 4) to send announcements to local radio stations/TV stations 4) post on Eventbrite.

Volunteers are needed to pull weeds, lay mulch, paint, repair garden tools, assemble a compost bin and plant at the Youth Going Green Community Garden, 4706 Idaho St   77021

The garden provides youth in the community with skills to empower them to be productive and productive youth. 

So many volunteers have expressed fulfillment, relaxation and a sense of purpose as they work in the garden.

Garden hours are every Thursday and 1st/3rd Sunday at 3-5pm. Community service hours are provided if needed.

I hope to see you soon!

Ms. Judy, Garden Overseer

The ECDC - Houston Multicultural Center is looking for women to volunteer as volleyball and basketball coaches to support our Refugee Health Promotions program. This opportunity is open to anyone with a foundational understanding of these sports, and a willingness to support women learn and play together.

Practice will take place biweekly on Saturdays from 10am - 12pm at the Ashford Pointe apartment complex.

As an Essay reader, you will be shared high school students' college and scholarship essays via google docs to review and provide feedback. We will ask you to focus on vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the essay. The time committment is 30 minutes/month. 

As a resume reader, you will be shared high school students' resumes via google docs to review and provide feedback. We will ask you to focus on style, content, grammar, and syntax of the resume. The time commitment is 30 minutes per month. This will be doable virtually via Google Docs. 

As a Career Conversation Leader, you would lead career conversations on Zoom to help high school and post-secondary students learn about your career. This would be a one-time commitment of maximum 1 hour. 

As an Essay reader, you will be shared high school students' college and scholarship essays via google docs to review and provide feedback. We will ask you to focus on vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the essay. The time committment is 30 minutes/month. 

As an Essay reader, you will be shared high school students' college and scholarship essays via google docs to review and provide feedback. We will ask you to focus on vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the essay. The time committment is 30 minutes/month. 

Sign-up here: https://www.momentumedu.org/users/signup/communitymember

As a Resume reader, you will be shared high school and college students' resumes via google docs or word docs to review and provide feedback. We will ask you to focus on format, style, vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of the resume. The time commitment is 30 minutes/month. 

Neighbors are applying to the Agape Affordable Homes Program. The number one barrier we are encountering for neighbors to become homeowners is poor credit scores. If you can motivate and help hold people accountable, this volunteer task is for you! We are in need of a "Credit Coach" to walk alongside one or two neighbors are they seek to make a budget, improve their credit, and increase their savings. You would meet up with them on a biweekly schedule virtually or in-person (your choice)  to check on their progress and offer advice. Neighbors may need help crafting a budget or setting goals.

Agape Development is a community ministry. Our mission is to transform our neighborhood by preparing Christ-following, independent community leaders. We accomplish this through a variety of programs: K-5 after-school program, youth ministry shaved ice business, K-12 summer day camps, discipleship houses for young adults, women’s ministry, small businesses employing second chance residents, and affordable housing development.

We have gone through a rebranding process for our primary entity (Agape Development). Logos/icons are needed for our subbrands and housing initiatives that flow with our branding.

This can be done virtually.

Agape Development serves the OST/South Union neighborhood. And most people ask "Where is that?". We are looking for a volunteer with access to and experience with mapping software so that we can better illustrate the area we focus on. 

We are looking for a volunteer to help us set up digital signage on the tv in our lobby. We would like it to show photos and important announcements using an app to update. Volunteer will provide us with options for apps and help us get it set up. 

*Volunteer Houston requires duration and hours. Actual hours for this project will vary from stated, we just don't know what it will take realistically.

The Agape Homes Program exists to preserve affordability and create a pathway to homeownership for neighbors in OST/South Union who otherwise could not afford to remain in this gentrifying community. Agape Development will be building duplexes in the neighborhood as a part of the Agape Homes Program. We have the architectural drawings in CAD and need renderings created that will represent the final product.

Do you have experience with online store platforms?

Agape Development would like to set up an online store where supporters and staff can purchase branded items. Help us set up our Swag Store!

This can be done remotely.