Needs From: Volunteer Houston

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

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

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

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

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

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

Expectations include: 

Identify grant opportunities with help of FWP board members.

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

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

Commitment: Minimum 1 year

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

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

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

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

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

Expectations:

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

Review options evaluation prepared in 2012 and funded by Bridgestone.

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

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

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

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

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

Support lead organization in pilot/project implementation.

Commitment: minimum 1 year

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

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

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

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

Expectations:

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

The VP Communications shall also manage social media activities.

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

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

The VP Communications shall manage the online store.

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

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

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

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

These roles are volunteer.

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

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

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

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

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

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

APPLY HERE

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

TWST4Girls Team Key Responsibilities: 

Recruit passionate volunteers aligned with our mission

Onboard new volunteers with care and clarity

Train individuals and groups for their specific roles

Manage ongoing communication, support, and retention efforts

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

Keep volunteer records organized and up to date

Help create a welcoming, mission-driven volunteer culture

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

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

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

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

Available Opportunities:

During Event:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Expectations:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Identify volunteers to sort trash for recycling, if applicable.

Transport recycling, if applicable.

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

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

Commitment: minimum 1 year.

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

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

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

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

Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty. 

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

Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets.

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

Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org  

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

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

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

Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty. 

Restrooms are available on-site in the Community Center.

Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets.

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

Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org  

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

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

Commitment: 1 year minimum is preferred

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

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

or

Volunteer at any of our other events!

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

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

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

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

Volunteer Opportunities:

-Cat adoptions

-Enrichment Building

-Animal Photography -South Adoptions

-Poop Fairy

-South Dog Walking

-North Dog Walking  

-Donation Distribution

-Wild Tunes

-Other Shelter tasks as requested by shelter staff.

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

Background on See to Succeed:

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

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

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

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

Register to volunteer 

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

Best regards,

See to Succeed Team

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

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

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

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

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

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

Register to volunteer

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

Best regards,

Volunteer Coordinator Team

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

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

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

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

Duties:

Warm smile

Available Monday through Friday - may be split between 2 individuals

Answer busy phones/take messages

Other light duties as needed.

Prison Unit Facilitator 

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

Qualifications: 

Requirements: 

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

Grant Writer

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

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Education:

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

Qualifications: 

Requirements: 

Events Coordinator

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

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Responsibilities:

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

Orientation is mandatory before beginning to volunteer

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

Communities:

The Hanger Unity Center (Brookshire, TX)

Sunnyside Dreamz (Sunnyside)

Forum Park 

Hillcroft 

Godspoint Community Center (Greenspoint)

https://youtu.be/2i5GClpEbl4

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

*Registration booth

*Food distribution

*Games

*Set up / take down

We have many communities where you can help.

Brookshire, Forum Park, Hillcroft, Sunnyside, Greenspoint. 

Register to Volunteer:

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

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

Programs:

Dance

Podcasting

Shoe customization

Studio Production

Trade Workshops

HUSL (Hanger Unity Spots League) Soccer & Basketball

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

To register and become a volunteer:

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

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

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

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

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

SOLUTION

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

CSR= Customer Service Rep

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

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

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

Skills, Abilities, Knowledge:  

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Duties include:

Skills Needed:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Please contact us at marissa@buftx.org

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

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

Questions? Please contact us at marissa@buftx.org

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

Volunteer Roles Needed:

Notaries

Witnesses

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

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

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

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

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

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

Howdy!  We are looking for some people to join our team of volunteers that pick up from local grocery stores for us.  We receive donations from a few stores around us Monday -  Thursday.

You can either help transport the groceries and bring to the pantry, or you can help us weigh and stock the items on our shelves.  You would need to be able to lift 25lb and an SUV or truck is helpful, but not required.  We can team you up with someone who has a vehicle for transport if needed.

You can volunteer as little as once a month or more frequently as your schedule allows. A master schedule is prepared ahead of each month.

Please contact us if you want to help with this weekly need...it is vital to keep our pantry stocked!  Thank you!

We distribute food in a curbside format every Thursday afternoon for senior clients.  Help is needed to gather the food and deliver to their cars.  You can volunteer for shifts from 10am-12pm, 12pm-2pm, or both.

Join us to provide bilingual help to check in families to receive food.  Food distribution takes place on Thursday evenings between 4:30pm and 7:00pm.  You may volunteer weekly or 1-2 times per month, however an ongoing monthly commitment is requested.

Assist in office with filing, data entry, etc.  Weekly commitment on Mondays for a 2 hour shift, between 10am-12pm.  Contact  Amy Lundblad directly at amy@mesa-outreach.org or at 832-975-2960

Organize & bag donated meat on Mondays.  Must be to able to lift 50lbs.  This is a weekly or bi-weekly commitment on Mondays, for a 2 hour shift between 10am and 2pm.  .  Contact  Amy Lundblad directly at amy@mesa-outreach.org or at 832-975-2960

We would like to find a volunteer who would be interested in coming once a week to lead a service for our residents. We currently have someone on Sundays at 11 a.m. but they wont be able to do it going forward. Spiritual wellbeing is important for our residents. We can work with maybe every other Sunday as well. Thank you so much! 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Tony’s Place. We’re excited to welcome dedicated individuals like you to our team. As a non-profit committed to supporting and empowering LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-25, Tony’s Place provides a safe space, key services, and valuable programming.

Volunteers are crucial to our mission, and we offer various roles, including:

To get started, please complete a volunteer application. After approval, you can choose from various opportunities and schedule shifts at your convenience. All in-center roles require a background check through Sterling Volunteers, and volunteers must be at least 26 years old to work in our drop-in center during service hours.

This is an amazing opportunity to make a difference in the life of a youth in foster care.

The Need

Before leaving foster care a youth:

Nationwide, only about half of the youth raised in foster care end up finishing high school; and less than 3% graduate from a 4-year college.

Across the U.S., youth raised in foster care typically achieve at lower levels academically and are at a higher risk of dropping out of school than their general population peers.

How You Can Help

The goal of the program is to help students become more efficient and effective both inside and outside the classroom. Academic Coaches will work with youth on organization, time management, study skills and social competencies. The program is integrated into the student’s existing schoolwork, along with traditional tutoring, supplemental enrichment and homework support.

How it Works

The program will take place in Residential Treatment Center's (RTC) located in the greater Houston area. Academic Coaches will work with youth, between the ages of 14-17, onsite during out of school hours.

Exact days and times will vary, depending on the facility. We will work with you on a schedule. Training and ongoing support will be provided. There will be a professional tutor onsite to provide additional support.

For more information contact Laura.meares@harriscountytx.gov 

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.

Museum Guides are the ambassadors of the Heritage Society. They welcome and direct museum visitors and provide information regarding both permanent and changing exhibits. You’ll learn a variety of historical information as our temporary exhibits change three to four times a year. Our permanent exhibits include the Duncan General Store and the Ford Model-T.

Other volunteer positions are listed here:  https://www.heritagesociety.org/volunteering

Thank you for making Houston History be an everlasting impression!

Background check required.

As a Tour Guide, you will share the history of the structures in Sam Houston Park with visitors from around the world by providing tours of the historic structures. This rewarding program allows you to increase your knowledge of local history and develop new connections. Tour Guide training prepares you to discuss Houston and Texas history as well as the decorative arts and lifestyles represented in the structures.

Background check required.

This position is similar to the tour guide position, except that your main focus will be on giving tours to school groups. This position is perfect for people who work with children often, especially in an educational setting. Children’s Educators do not need to know all the houses as there are specific ones included in our curriculum for different age groups. We mostly handle kids from kindergarten to eighth grade. Children’s educators are also asked to help with girl and boy scout badge workshops, which allow for more one on one time with children and more activity oriented learning.  Background check required.

Are you tech-savvy and like to help behind the scenes for live media events? If you are a pro at optimizing the use of your cell phone apps, have social media experience, and know traditional media, then we could use your talents here! Behind-the-scenes duties include setting up the set, running errands, breaking down the set, meeting guests, and assisting a show host before, during, and after a show. All our events are in Downtown Houston, and our museum has free parking.

These volunteers get to work hands-on with real historic artifacts. Their duties include organizing the archives, cataloguing artifacts that are not accessioned, and checking that previous artifact records are correct. This may also entail conducting your own research on specific items if information is missing. Background check required.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of special events, programs, and activities. This includes Scout Badge Workshops, culture and art festivals in Sam Houston Park and on Bagby Street, Juneteenth celebration, and Annual Candlelight Tours. Volunteer calls for special events happen over email about a month prior to the event. Because these opportunities happen less often, special event volunteers are only required to volunteer at four events a year to stay on the active roster.

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.

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.

Your help will make a real difference by turning chaos into order and helping the whole team be more productive. Together, we can create a more organized, efficient space that will benefit all of our events.

Are you a warm, caring individual with a couple hours to spare? If so Comfort Hospice is looking for individuals to join our team of volunteers. Your time may be spent at the bedside Reading to a patient, reminiscing, playing music or maybe just holding ones hand, etc. This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in someone’s life. All volunteers will receive hospice orientation, drug screening, tuberculosis skin test, and have a criminal background check completed prior to spending time with our patients. We have several opportunities available in and around the Houston area. If interested, please call 832-786-4216 between the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday.

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.

Note: You'll be training to serve as a co-facilitator with an experienced facilitator for a group that meets regularly.

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.

Wonderful opportunity to join the Houston Police Department Citizens Offering Police Support (COPS). Volunteers who join the HPD COPS volunteer program play a crucial role in enhancing police services and building stronger connections between officers and civilians, with your dedicated service you'll be helping to create a safer, more unified community. 

Once approved as a HPD COPS volunteer, you will be assigned to a division or notified of upcoming Houston Police Department events. 

Volunteer responsibilities includes:

Volunteer Requirements:

Disqualifications: 

You are disqualified from becoming a Police VIP if any of the following apply.  The following are also grounds for dismissal from the program once you are approved.

Criminal Offenses:

Used, tried, or sold any dangerous drugs or narcotics including cocaine, crack heroin, LSD.

For more information, please go to Volunteer Initiatives Program

The Houston Police Department offers an unpaid internship opportunity where you'll gain practical experience that complements academic coursework, course credit opportunities, a deeper understanding of police operations and community service, provide the department with an opportunity to involve students in various aspects of police work, provide students with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice. 

Once approved to be an HPD intern, you will have an opportunity to intern within a concerned division within the Houston Police Department such as Homicide, Major Offendors, VICE, Family Violence, Narcotics, Office of Community Affairs, and Victim Services. 

Internship opportunities include: 

Eligibility and Application: Students from participating universities and colleges can apply for a one or two-term internship. All interns must successfully complete the Police VIP application process.

Volunteer Requirements:

Disqualifications: 

You are disqualified from becoming a Police VIP if any of the following apply.  The following are also grounds for dismissal from the program once you are approved.

Criminal Offenses:

For more information, please go to Volunteer Initiatives Program or you can contact the Office of Community Affairs at 713.308.3200

Wonderful opportunity to join the Houston Police Department Youth Police Advisory Council (YPAC).

Volunteers who join HPD YPAC volunteer program can choose from 3 different initiatives, (Fall time initiative) Senior Citizen Christmas Social, (Springtime initiative) YPAC Spring event, (All year around) YPACGivesBack. The purpose of these events is not only to give back but to demonstrate to youth that the world extends far beyond individual experiences. These initiatives show YPAC members the value of compassion and generosity, highlighting the importance of supporting those who are less fortunate. The spring event aims to make a significant impact in the community by promoting the importance of reading and education, with the goal of revitalizing interest in literature. Through volunteer events, the goal is to be the change we wish to see by engaging with communities that are often overlooked. Each event serves as an opportunity to spread knowledge and foster love. The core mission of our volunteer initiatives is to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement, youth, and the boarder community.

Volunteer responsibilities include:

Volunteer Requirements:

Disqualifications: 

You are disqualified from becoming a Police VIP if any of the following apply.  The following are also grounds for dismissal from the program once you are approved.

Criminal Offenses:

For more information, please go to Volunteer Initiatives Program

Come play with kids while parents learn life skills

The worship arts associate possesses spiritual maturity and discipline. Talents, skills, and gifts include serving, teaching, singing, and musical instruments. The role of the worship arts associate is to assist in leading the church to worship in spirit and truth as established by the Lead Pastor and Leadership Team.

Essential functions

We need volunteer support to help us sort and organize our donation closet! Our closet is a vital way for refugee families to select essential items like clothes, hygiene items, and kitchenware. With the number of donations we received, the closet can get disorganized quickly. Because of this, we are looking for volunteers to help sort and organize our donation closet so the families we serve can have a safe and easy time finding the items they need to acclimate in Houston.

This is a flexible opportunity and can be done in our offices during office hours (8:30am-5pm, Monday-Friday)

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation, fill out an application, and submit a background check in order to volunteer with IMGH Refugee Services. If you are interested, please reach out to CEVolunteer@imgh.org. 

Bring Houston’s history alive for people who cannot personally visit the park. Outreach programs include children’s trunk shows and presentations about local history, architecture, customs, and people. We also have an educational booth program that brings booths on different aspects of Houston history to events at other organizations.

Houston Television (HTV) is seeking volunteer translators to assist in reviewing and proofreading our email newsletters before they are sent out to the community. Your skills will help us ensure clear and accurate communication across diverse audiences.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Who We're Looking For:

If you have additional questions, please contact Mr. Ted Irving at 832-393-1277 or via email at ted.irving@houstontx.gov

Be a part of our impactful community outreach as we promote Black Men's Wellness Day! Please help us spread awareness and engage others in prioritizing health and wellness. Your voice matters- let's make a difference together!

The UNCF South Texas Region Social Media Marketing Intern is responsible for assisting in a range of marketing initiatives within the organization including posting to social media, creating email newsletters, and designing marketing materials. The intern duties include tracking analytics for social media campaigns, creating social media posting schedules and writing captions for social media posts. The internship will require 10-15 hours per week.

Interested in volunteering at your local Houston Public Library (HPL)?

Houston Public Library is looking for dedicated individuals who want to give back to their community library spaces. Hours available will vary by location. For a list of locations and their operating hours, please visit our website. 

Duties include but are not limited to

Applications are accepted year-round for volunteering with HPL and are open to any individuals over the age of 14. Any applicant 18 or older must complete a background check. 

For more information, and the links to the applications, please visit the HPL Volunteer Page. 

*** Please note: You must submit a formal application through our website to be considered for opportunities with HPL. ***

 

A Great and Wonderful opportunity to volunteer and assist Young Society of Houston Community Outreach Organization and other local organizations from the Great City of Houston and surrounding areas at the upcoming 2026 Martin Luther King Grande Parade. The parade will be on Monday, January 19, 2026 and Volunteers are needed!

High school  and college students are welcome to earn volunteer credit hours for this great volunteer opportunity. Please Note: if you are under the age of 16 , a parent or guardian must be present during this important volunteer opportunity.  

Please Share This Important Volunteer Opportunity With Others Who May Be Interested. 

 Volunteers will assist with the following:

For more information, please contact Monique Mason  via email at ysohtx@gmail.com Parade will be televised on local channel 39. See you there!

Additional Details 

16 and older

Parent or Guardian required for minors under the age of 16

Is Family Friendly

Register by Jan 17, 2026

Is Outdoors

Is Wheelchair Accessible

Inclement Weather Plan:  Reschedule Notice Will Be Given  In Case Of Weather Implications

Do you feel like you have more to give in life and have been asking God for an opportunity to utilize your gifts and talents? Then we want to speak with you.

Victory Faith Center launched last year in Cypress, TX with a heart to reach Houston and abroad with the Word and power of God to Win Souls, Empower People, and Thrive in Victory, we would love to have you join us and find your purpose to serve Him along side us.

Volunteer Description:

Victory Faith Center is looking for a talented male or female worship musician to help build our worship team for a new church launch in North West Houston. As we start this will be a volunteer role with financial compensation as we grow, assistance can be discussed with a job referral. Compensation will be discussed based on experience, references, and overall ability as we grow.

Who We Are:
Victory Faith Center is a church plant located in Cypress, TX that launched publicly in January 2020 in Pastor Ryan & Rochelle’s home. There is the beginning of a great team already in place, we are looking for someone who wants to build and grow.
Our desire Win Souls | Empower People | Thrive in Victory through Faith in the Word of God.

We desire to see those in our community and around the world to come to a saving knowledge of Christ through this ministry.

We know that God has a calling and gifting on you and Victory Faith and believe that we will be a mighty catalyst for revival in America.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in being on a worship team.

A Spirit-Filled instrumentalists/vocalists with proficiency in guitar, piano, vocals or drums.
A desire for a team atmosphere with others in the worship team.

The Perfect Fit:
Someone excited about growing the worship culture of Victory Faith Center.
Someone who can play to Elevation, Destiny Church (MD), Donnie McClurkin, or the likes of Fred Hammond.
Someone who can lead with a soulful and contemporary vibe.
Someone who can train and be trained, resource and lead a growing team.
Someone with a spiritual gifting in leadership.
Someone who is teachable and would thrive in a collaborative team.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvictoryfaith

Website: https://myvictoryfaith.org/

This opportunity is great for groups and individuals.

Volunteers sort, assemble, and distribute grocery items for walk-up or drive thru clients. Volunteers may also help by registering clients using Houston Food Bank qualifications.

This opportunity is available every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and on specific Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Please see available shifts below.)

When arriving, please park in the parking lot across the street from the Guadalupe Basic Needs Center. Also, dress comfortably. This opportunity takes place outdoors. Close toe shoes are required. For a map, please download this parking guide.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

Each volunteer aged 14+ must sign up under their own account. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenage children. For children 13 and younger, please sign up as a team and bring a paper youth waiver.

This opportunity is great for groups and individuals.

Volunteers sort, assemble, and distribute grocery items for walk-up or drive thru clients. Volunteers may also help by registering clients using Houston Food Bank qualifications.

This opportunity is available every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and on specific Saturdays, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Click here to sign up today!

For questions or more information, please contact Mark Osborne at mosborne@catholiccharities.org.

When arriving, please park in the parking lot across the street from the Guadalupe Basic Needs Center. Also, dress comfortably. This opportunity takes place outdoors. Close toe shoes are required. For a map, please download this parking guide.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

Each volunteer aged 14+ must sign up under their own account. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenage children. For children 13 and younger, please sign up as a team and bring a paper youth waiver.

Assist in prepping and distributing groceries to families in need. This may include stocking the food pantry, sorting donated items for quality and bagging groceries for individual families, as well as helping families get groceries into their cars. Volunteers may also assist clients to fill out required information for the Houston Food Bank.

The food pantry hosts clients on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

To assist with Tuesday drive-thru distributions, please go to Houston Food Fair Helpers (Tuesdays). To assist with Saturday drive-thru distributions, please go to Houston Food Fair Helpers (Saturdays).

Accounts will be created for new volunteers at www.catholiccharities.org/volunteer. Qualifications must be completed before beginning first shift. For assistance completing qualifications, please reach out to Ashlie Gutierrez at agutierrez@catholiccharities.org.  

Volunteers aged 14 and older must sign up for shifts themselves. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenagers. Youth waivers must be signed by parent/guardian prior to beginning first shift.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

For questions, please reach out to Mark Osborne at mosborne@catholiccharities.org.

The purpose of the Harris County Medical Reserve Corps (HCPH MRC) program is to establish a network of medical and non-medical volunteers to strengthen public health, emergency response, and community resiliency during times of emergency as well as throughout the year. 

This is accomplished by:

Please follow these steps to register as a Harris County MRC Member:

The audio and visual technician possesses spiritual maturity and discipline. Talents, skills, and gifts include serving, teamwork, and technology. The role of the audio and visual technician is to assist in implementing the the church’s sound, media, video, and stage lighting of Sunday Worship, based on the vision as established by the Lead Pastor and Leadership Team, for live, post production, and on demand media.

Essential functions

Volunteers are needed to help us serve every First Saturday of the month at the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen.  Our monthly SOUPER SATURDAYS are phenomenal! We serve some of the most amazing people in Houston! 

Service days - Every first Saturday of the month - Lunch Hour

Time Frame - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Positions to be filled:

Cooks

Clean up crew - mopping, picking up trash, etc. 

Counters

Food Servers

Greeters, etc

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

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

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

We have adoptable cats that live at PetSmart on 2902 S. Shepherd Dr. We need volunteers to help clean, feed, and socialize these cats all while helping them find forever homes!

Cattery Hours:

Monday- Friday 5-7pm

Saturday + Sunday 9-11am, 1-3pm, 3-5pm

*Must be 18 years or older to volunteer at the Cattery

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

We are looking for volunteers from 2:00PM to 5:30PM a couple/few Sundays a month. Come visit Open Gate Homeless Ministry for 18 to 30 years of age.

Help with signing in our participants each week
Manage and staff the resource and empowerment table
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution

Also looking for men's clothing to be donate, summer clothing, walking shoes, 

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringumc.org! 

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1440 Harold, please use the Hawthorne entrance, parking lot, double glass doors

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please contact email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:
We are looking for a group or persons to cook on Sunday's
Help with signing in our participants each week
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution
Helping in the kitchen, such as preparing a meal or cleaning

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 AM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial UMC. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1440 Harold, Please use the entrance of Hawthorne, large parking, double glass doors

We work with homeless young adults between the ages of 18-30. We provide clothing, a home cooked meal, resources to the community and their needs at the time.

We are looking for volunteers to help out in the kitchen preparing the meal, cleaning dishes, greeting our youths, helping our youths in the clothing room, visiting with them at the table, No Experience is needed to volunteer with our wonderful team and our youths.

Our mission is to provide a safe, affirming environment for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and/or other identities. We firmly believe in meeting our participants where they are, without judgment or expectation, and letting them guide us toward their individual needs.

We work with homeless  between young adults the ages of 18-30. We provide clothing, a home cooked meal, resources to the community and their needs at the time.

We are looking for volunteers to help out in the kitchen preparing the meal, cleaning dishes, greeting our youths, helping our youths in the clothing room, visiting with them at the table, No Experience is needed to volunteer with our wonderful team and our youths.

Our mission is to provide a safe, affirming environment for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and/or other identities. We firmly believe in meeting our participants where they are, without judgment or expectation, and letting them guide us toward their individual needs.

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1429 Hawthorne, Please use the clients entrance on Hawthorne

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:
We are looking for a group or persons to cook on Sunday's
Help with signing in our participants each week
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution
Helping in the kitchen, such as preparing a meal or cleaning

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1440 Harold, Please use the clients entrance on Hawthorne

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:
We are looking for a group or persons to cook on Sunday's
Help with signing in our participants each week
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution
Helping in the kitchen, such as preparing a meal or cleaning

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1440 Harold, Please use the clients entrance on Hawthorne

Text Damien at 281-900-2412 or James at 832-496-1561

https://beringopengate.org/

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:
We are looking for a group or persons to cook on Sunday's
Help with signing in our participants each week
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution
Helping in the kitchen, such as preparing a meal or cleaning

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1429 Hawthorne, Please use the clients entrance on Hawthorne

We would love for you to volunteer with us. We are looking for volunteers to give back to the community. Whether you like to work with people or you are more of a behind the scenes, we have many ways for you to help. Please email opengatevolunteer@beringchurch.org or Text Damien at 281-900-2412

There are a number of ways in which you can interact with the clients as a volunteer:
We are looking for a group or persons to cook on Sunday's
Help with signing in our participants each week
Help with hygiene pack and clothing closet distribution
Helping in the kitchen, such as preparing a meal or cleaning

Open Gate takes place every Sunday. Doors open at 2:30 PM. All of our programs take place in the Fellowship Hall of Bering Memorial Church. Open Gate Homeless Ministry is located at 1429 Hawthorne, Please use the clients entrance on Hawthorne

We work with homeless youths between the ages of 18-30. We provide clothing, a home cooked meal, resources to the community and their needs at the time.

We are looking for volunteers to help out in the kitchen preparing the meal, cleaning dishes, greeting our youths, helping our youths in the clothing room, visiting with them at the table, No Experience is needed to volunteer with our wonderful team and our youths.

Our mission is to provide a safe, affirming environment for youth and young adults experiencing homelessness regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and/or other identities. We firmly believe in meeting our participants where they are, without judgment or expectation, and letting them guide us toward their individual needs.