Needs From: Volunteer Houston

Healthy bird populations are an indicator of a healthy Bay.

Join the Galveston Bay Foundation for a monthly bird survey led by Texas Master Naturalist and Lead GBF Volunteer, Lisa Hardcastle, at Sweetwater Preserve, a 140-acre GBF property that is not open to the public. This restored site includes coastal prairie, estuarine marsh, salt flats, freshwater wetlands, brackish wetlands, and coastal woodlots, which support a wide variety of resident and migratory birds.

All levels of birders are welcome! Bring your own binoculars and field gear.

Surveys take place on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. at the end of 103rd Street in Galveston. From there, participants will drive short distances to three survey areas. The survey typically lasts three to four hours, but volunteers may leave early if needed.

No restrooms on site. Conditions can vary, so wear closed-toe shoes (boots recommended) and bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and plenty of water.

DATA COLLECTION
Survey results will be submitted to GBF staff and eBird, and the eBird list will be shared with all registered participants. These data help document species use of restored coastal habitat in the Galveston Bay watershed.

Help needed to prepare and distribute food to families.  Duties would be to organize the donations to go out and assist the runners in filling the carts for the families.  Help needed from 3-7pm.

Bilingual help is needed in our pantry to assist the manager with providing items for our volunteers who take the food to the families' cars.  Every Thursday from 3-7pm.

Women Connection Inc (A Better Way Independent Living Home) is seeking compassionate volunteers to support our Independent Living Housing

We are looking for individuals who can spend time with our senior clients by leading small group sessions or simple activities that bring joy, connection, and engagement.

Activities can include:

• Arts & crafts

• Reading or storytelling/Bible Study

• Light exercise/stretching

• Music, games, or guided conversations

• Cooking or nutrition talks

• Any talent or hobby you’d love to share

Our Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline.

You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remaining trash in the area. 

Tasks will include:

MINORS
Parents or guardians must register and complete a waiver for minors (under age 18). All minors must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian or approved chaperone over the age of 18.

Proofread, review, and edit the first draft of student job applications.

As an Application Advisor, you play a crucial role in helping our students submit outstanding job applications. Using the Application Feedback Form and the guidelines provided, you will review, proofread, and offer detailed suggestions to ensure each application meets the highest standards of professionalism. Volunteers will receive 1-3 applications per session to review, helping clients craft "pristine" applications that set them up for success in their job search.

This volunteer opportunity occurs three times a month, aligning with each JSA class cycle, and is conducted entirely electronically. Applications are sent out on Wednesdays, and reviewed submissions must be emailed back by 8:00 AM the following Wednesday. This one-week turnaround is vital as student training programs operate on a tight schedule. By contributing your time and expertise, you’ll directly impact the confidence and success of our clients as they take their next steps toward meaningful employment.

Click Here for a brief training overview of this opportunity!

Do you enjoy helping others hone in on their strengths? Do you have experience interviewing job candidates? Are you a mentor or aspire to be one? Do you want to make an impact in someone's life during a critical moment in time? Are you looking for flexible, virtual interaction with people?

What: As a Virtual Interviewer, you will assist our clients currently enrolled in our Job Search Accelerator (JSA) class.  Volunteers help clients practice their job interviewing skills by asking difficult interview questions and providing feedback after each question. Serving in this capacity, you will instill hope and confidence for those navigating a job search.

When: This is an virtual volunteer opportunity that takes place bi-monthly from 12:30PM-2:00PM. Volunteers meet on Zoom as a group and then meet with 1-3 clients in a designated Zoom breakout room. 

Sample Schedule:

Are you passionate about helping others succeed in job interviews? Are you comfortable asking interview questions and providing thoughtful feedback? As a Mock Interviewer, you’ll empower job seekers by providing valuable feedback and encouragement at a critical stage in their employment journey.

Department: Volunteer Department
Time commitment: Bi-monthly on Thursdays, 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Come join us at our Star of Hope office site! Help job seekers refine their interview skills by asking real-world questions and offering constructive feedback. your guidance will boost their confidence, improve communication, and prepare them for job opportunities.

Responsibilities:

example schedule:

Why volunteer?

Sign up today to make an impact!

Freewheels accepts bike donations on Friday and Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon  at our shop at 6020 Jessamine #103, Houston, TX 77081. If you have a question, please email us at info@freewheelshouston.org.

The bike you are not riding holds the key to freedom for a refugee, veteran or young person who needs a way to work or school. Donate your bike to Freewheels and our volunteers will clean and repair it and provide a way for people to get to work or school.

Our greatest need is for adult mountain bikes and hybrids with 26-inch and 700c wheels. We also need youth bikes with 24-inch wheels and 20-inch wheels.

Read more: One bike donor's story

Our refugee and veteran customers rarely ask for road bikes or beach cruisers. We do not accept used helmets, children’s bikes, scooters or tag-alongs. If it’s not economic for Freewheels to repair a donated used bike, we often reclaim parts and components that can be used on other bikes. We have partnerships with people who will take bikes we don’t plan to repair and deliver them to organizations in Mexico.

When we receive a road bike, we may try to sell it and and use the proceeds to pay for parts, supplies, safety equipment and rent. 

WHAM is focused on helping those in crisis return to self-sustainability.  Our pantry distributes to nutritious food Tuesday - Friday.  On Fridays from 7:30am - 12:00pm we host a Drive through Food distribution serving 150 families or more.  Volunteers would assist with any of the following: client intake, direct traffic, load fresh produce and dry goods into trunks of cars, bag fresh produce and other items, and light clean up.

If you want to schedule a group, please email patrice.stpe@whamministries.org. We will create your landing page for your volunteers to register. 

To create your individual WHAM volunteer account, click here

WHAM is closed for Thanksgiving on 11/26, 11/27, 11/28, and for Christmas/NewYear's on 12/24, 12/25, 12/26/26, 12/31/25, 1/1/26.

WHAM is in need of Pantry Shoppers Tuesday - Thursday from 7:30am - 12:00pm and 12:30pm - 3:30pm to assist our clients shop the pantry shelves, refrigerators and freezer.  We have an additional shift on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday and Thursday of the month from 3:00pm - 5:00pm.  Volunteers would advise the clients the number allowed of each item, help load and unload and restock as needed.  

We serve approximately 120+ families each day and need volunteers to successfully serve those in need.  If you are interested, or have questions, please email Patrice.stpe@whamministries.org. 

Create your WHAM volunteer account here.

You can see all the amazing work we do, on our website 

Join us as a Celebration Champion and make a lasting impact in just 30 minutes! This role allows you to support and encourage our JSA class clients during their live graduation ceremony. Many of our clients may not have a cheering section, and your presence will bring joy, motivation, and recognition to their incredible achievement.

Your role includes applauding their success, listening to their inspiring stories, and sharing words of encouragement or scripture to uplift them as they step into their next chapter. Together, we’ll create a meaningful experience that fills them with hope and confidence.

Virtual Participation Only: Join via our LIVE Zoom Classroom session to celebrate remotely.

Impact: By volunteering as a Celebration Champion, you’ll inspire and affirm our clients as they take bold steps toward their goals, reminding them they are supported by a caring community.

Register now and help make their graduation unforgettable!

Organization: Partnership for the Advancement & Immersion of Refugees (PAIR)
Location: Houston, TX (various sites)
Time Commitment: 2.5 hours/week | Spring Semester 2026

⭐Opportunity Overview⭐

Help change a student's story this spring. 

PAIR is looking for caring, consistent volunteers to mentor and tutor refugee and immigrant middle school and high school students as they adjust to life in a new country. You'll support students with homework, English practice, confidence building and navigating school - all while forming meaningful connections across cultures.

No experience required - only kindness, patience and a willingness to show up every week. PAIR provides training, curriculum resources and on-site support.

What You'll Do:

Requirements:

Ready to make a difference? Apply here:
Volunteer Application

⭐Volunteer Opportunity: Global Scholars Mentor (11th Grade)⭐

Organization: Partnership for the Advancement and Immersion of Refugees (PAIR)
Location: Houston, TX (Gulfton/Sharpstown, West Houston/Energy Corridor)
Time Commitment: ~6 hours/month | Spring Semester 2026

Opportunity Overview:

Support the next generation of refugee leaders as a Global Scholars Mentor.

PAIR mentors empower 11th grade refugee and immigrant students as they explore college, careers and the possibilities ahead. Through weekly check-ins, guided conversations and shared learning, mentors help students build confidence, clarity, and a vision for their future.

Mentor a student. Change a story.

Just a few hours each month can open doors, spark growth and transform a life - including your own.

What You'll Do:

You'll Be a Great Fit If You're:

Requirements

Ready to make a difference? Apply to be a Global Scholars Mentor HERE.

Organization: Partnership for the Advancement & Immersion of Refugees (PAIR)
Location: Houston, TX (various sites)
Time Commitment: 2.5 hours/week | Spring Semester 2026

⭐Opportunity Overview⭐

Help change a student's story this spring. 

PAIR is looking for caring, consistent volunteers to mentor and tutor refugee and immigrant middle school and high school students as they adjust to life in a new country. You'll support students with homework, English practice, confidence building and navigating school - all while forming meaningful connections across cultures.

No experience required - only kindness, patience and a willingness to show up every week. PAIR provides training, curriculum resources and on-site support.

What You'll Do:

Requirements:

Ready to make a difference? Apply here:
Volunteer Application

Help Mesa Outreach retrieve donations from local grocery stores.  We need help on Mondays and Thursdays, 9am until complete, usually around 11 am.  You can volunteer as many days as you prefer, even a once-a-month commitment will help.  Volunteers need to be able to lift 50 pounds and have a truck or large SUV.  This food helps us feed our client families each month and is a vital part in making our mission work for our community.  

If you have any encyclopedias, math, science, sports, health books or Spanish books you’re no longer using, please consider donating them to our organization.

Thank you for your support!

Join us at our Dacoma office to celebrate and uplift our JSA graduating clients! Many have worked hard to complete the program but may not have a personal support system to cheer them on. As a Celebration Champion, your encouragement and presence will make their graduation day even more meaningful.

Location: WorkFaith Dacoma Office, 4555 Dacoma St. Ste. 200, Houston, TX 77092
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Schedule: This opportunity takes place Friday's, on the final day of a JSA class.

Impact:
Your support as a Celebration Champion will empower and inspire our graduates, reminding them they are not alone in their journey. Sign up today to be part of this special milestone!

Join us at our Reed office to celebrate and uplift our JSA graduating clients! Many have worked hard to complete the program but may not have a personal support system to cheer them on. As a Celebration Champion, your encouragement and presence will make their graduation day even more meaningful.

Location: 2575 Reed Rd, Houston, TX 77051

Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Schedule: This opportunity takes place Friday's, on the final day of a JSA class.

Impact:
Your support as a Celebration Champion will empower and inspire our graduates, reminding them they are not alone in their journey. Sign up today to be part of this special milestone!

The Houston Health Department’s Community Outreach & Engagement Team is seeking volunteer interpreters and translators to support our community events and outreach efforts across Houston.

We are looking for individuals who can assist with in-person interpretation and/or document translation in the following languages:

The Houston Public Library needs your help for a large ongoing book processing project at the Central Library located downtown. 

- Affixing RFID tags and barcodes to library materials waiting to be processed

- Affixing mylar covers to processed library materials

There is a lot of material to get through, so this project will be ongoing and will remain posted until we no longer need the assistance. Opportunities Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm. Saturdays possible with enough interest.

*** If interested, please fill out an application at this link HPL - Volunteer & Donate - Visit Us at Houston Public Library and select the Central library as your location of choice. In the "why are you interested" section of the application, please enter "book processing". Please note that volunteers over the age of 18 will need to be background checked before serving. A link will be sent after completion of the application. ***

Step into a role that brings encouragement and connection to WorkFaith graduates as they continue their journey beyond the program! WorkFaith is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as Care Callers, where a simple check-in can make a meaningful difference in a graduate’s confidence and progress.

As a Care Caller, you will:

Engage in warm, supportive follow-up conversations with individuals who have recently completed the WorkFaith program.

Ask thoughtful questions to understand how they’re doing, celebrate their progress, and identify any challenges they may be facing.

Provide encouragement, share helpful resources, and guide graduates toward next steps that align with their goals.

This opportunity allows you to strengthen your communication and listening skills while helping graduates stay connected, motivated, and supported as they pursue employment and long-term stability.

This is an in-person opportunity at our Dacoma location: 4555 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092.

Are you ready to inspire hope and connection in someone’s life? WorkFaith is looking for compassionate volunteers to be Church Callers, where your conversations can guide individuals toward finding a church community that uplifts, supports, and inspires them.

As a Church Caller, you will:

This opportunity allows you to enhance your communication and listening skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

This is an in person opportunity at our Dacoma location: 4555 Dacoma St., Houston, TX 77092

As a conference volunteer, you’ll play a key role in creating a seamless and memorable experience for our attendees. Tasks may include:

Assisting with check-in and registration

Helping attendees navigate the conference venue

Supporting minor setup and breakdown of event spaces

Coordinating microphone checks and assisting speakers

Serving lunch and helping manage hospitality areas

Providing a friendly face and helpful hand wherever needed

Behind-the-scenes access to an international culinary event

Opportunities to network with chefs, industry professionals, and thought leaders

A chance to develop event management and hospitality skills

Community service hours or volunteer credit (if applicable)

Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals who enjoy working with people and have a passion for food, hospitality, or event coordination.

Join us in celebrating global flavors, innovation, and community, all while helping shape an unforgettable conference experience!

Registration & Welcome Packing – Your task will be to work alongside a team to fill conference registration swag bags before the conference registration tables open. Conference bag items may include pamphlets, maps, pens, notebooks, and other promo items. You may also be tasked with packaging name badges/lanyards. Training and support will be provided.

Serving the registration area requires business casual attire, and HBCU paraphernalia is welcomed.

NAC Workshop Facilitator – Your task will be to welcome our registered guests to our workshop, take an accurate count of participants, and answer any questions that our guest speaker may have. Our staff will be on standby if you need any help. You may be required to utilize your personal cellular device to aid with accurately counting the participants.

Please be sure to bring any phone chargers needed. Business casual attire strongly suggested, HBCU paraphernalia encouraged.

NAC/NPAC Workshop Facilitator – Your task will be to welcome our registered guests to our workshop, take an accurate count of participants, and answer any questions that our guest speaker(s) may have. Our staff will be on standby if you need any help. You will also provide each student attendee with a color-coded sticker upon completion of the station. The color-coded stickers will serve as entry into a drawing for a chance to receive a gift card.

Serving this need requires business casual attire, and HBCU paraphernalia is welcomed.

Our Coronation event is a pageant where we celebrate the uniqueness and beauty of our campus queens. The event culminates with the crowning of Miss UNCF. Your task at this event will be to assist our staff with any setup that the room requires, helping queens and kings prepare for the show, manning our ballroom doors and greeting people as they enter the show.

Please be sure to bring any phone chargers needed. Business casual attire required, ballroom/gala attire strongly encouraged.

Your task will be to welcome guests into the dining area and accurately count each attendee. This may require the use of your personal, cellular device.

Please be sure to bring any phone chargers needed. Business casual attire required, HBCU paraphernalia strongly encouraged.

Cheer for the Bay
Galveston Bay Foundation is one of the official charity partners for the Run for a Reason program which raises support for local nonprofits during the Houston Marathon. We setup a cheer station to help motivate runners racing for the Bay.

As a cheer volunteer, you will make hoopla for runners as they pass the station. Volunteers will also assist with simple setup and takedown of the cheer area.

Your participation supports the success of our runners whose donations are helping fuel Galveston Bay Foundation’s work to protect the Bay today so we can preserve it for tomorrow.

All materials will be provided on site. No prior experience is needed. Bring your friends or family!

Want to run in the race? Learn more on fundraisers.hakuapp.com

We are in need of competent individuals to serve on our EVENT PLANNING COMMITTEE.

Work alongside Marketing and Development professionals and Board/Advisory Council members to assist with planning, coordinating, and executing non-profit fundraiser events.

ARE YOU SOMEONE WHO LOVES PLANNING EVENTS?!

ARE YOU SKILLED AT FUNDRAISING?

If so, contact us TODAY!

Must display professionalism and be willing and able to co-lead and/or assist in the planning and coordination of various organizational and program-related events.

We would LOVE to have your talent and support to help us fulfill our MISSION!

CALL or EMAIL TODAY!

#832.800.7989

info@familyrootsforlife.org

**Should you send an inquiry, please check your SPAM or JUNK e-mail account for our response. Thanks!**

We are in need of VOLUNTEER MENTORS for youth and young persons ages 14-24, including those are who part of the foster care and/or juvenile justice systems. Mentor applicants must be at least 21 years of age or older.

BOTH INDIVIDUAL MENTORS - AND - COUPLE/FAMILY MENTORS ARE NEEDED THROUGHOUT THE GREATER HOUSTON & SURROUNDING AREA.

Please contact us for details on how YOU can become a MENTOR.

Your talent and skills, along with a minimal monthly time commitment, are needed to help support youth and young adults. Two contacts per month required: one in-person (face-to-face) and another can be via phone call, text, virtual, etc.

Our YOUTH need YOU!!

CALL or EMAIL TODAY!

#832.800.7989

info@familyrootsforlife.org

CLICK BELOW LINK TO SUBMIT MENTOR APPLICATION

https://form.jotform.com/230861447659163

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 **Should you send an inquiry, please check your SPAM or JUNK e-mail account for our response. Thanks!**

The Community Engagement Ambassador position strengthens WorkFaith’s presence in the community by helping us build awareness and connect with individuals and potential partner organizations who may benefit from our programs. Community Engagement Ambassadors will represent WorkFaith at resource fairs, outreach events, and in everyday interactions, sharing our mission and introducing people to the opportunities we offer.

By engaging with community members, partners, and local organizations, Community Engagement Ambassadors help expand our reach and support our mission of empowering individuals through faith-based job readiness training. Their involvement ensures consistent visibility for WorkFaith and creates meaningful connections that benefit both our clients and the broader community.

When you sign up, the Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you to schedule a quick Zoom meeting. After that, you will get in contact with the Partnership Specialist to learn more about the role and events you may go to. When opportunities come up, the Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you for availability. Ambassadors will be asked to join our Manager of Partnerships, Partnership Specialist, or another WorkFaith staff member, to attend these events.

Register here to sign a waiver for unscheduled events at Woodland Park. 

To find scheduled clean ups and workdays or other specific volunteer opportunities at Woodland Park, please visit our Agency Page at Volunteer Houston and scroll down to the Needs section.

We look forward to seeing you in the park soon!

Volunteer Opportunity: Financial Literacy Instructor

Are you passionate about helping others gain control of their finances and build a brighter future? We’re looking for a dedicated volunteer financial literacy teacher to lead engaging, beginner-friendly classes for adult learners. As a volunteer instructor, you’ll help students understand the fundamentals of personal finance—including budgeting, saving, credit, and money management—while empowering them to make informed financial decisions.

Responsibilities: Teach basic financial literacy concepts in an accessible, supportive way.   Develop or adapt lesson materials to meet the needs of adult learners. Encourage discussion and real-world application of financial skills. Inspire confidence and promote lifelong learning.

Qualifications: Background or experience in finance, accounting, education, or a related field (preferred).   Strong communication and teaching skills,   Patience, and enthusiasm for working with diverse adult learners.

Time Commitment: Flexible schedule—classes may be offered weekly or biweekly, depending on volunteer availability. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference by helping others achieve financial independence, we’d love to hear from you!

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

The garden empowers youth in the community with skills to become productive, successful and mature individuals.

Many volunteers have expressed a sense of calmness and purpose as they work in the garden.

Garden hours are every Thursday and 1st/3rd Sunday at 3-5pm unless of inclement weather. Community service hours are available.

Ms. Judy, Garden Overseer

Are you passionate about building a healthier, stronger community? The Houston Health Department (HHD) is calling on dedicated individuals like YOU to join our volunteer team!

Whether you're a student, retiree, professional, or simply someone who wants to give back, your time and talents can help improve lives across our city.

Why Volunteer with HHD?

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Who Can Apply?

Anyone 16 and older with a heart for service! No healthcare background required—just a commitment to helping others.

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!

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 1,200+ volunteer resources across 330 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Join the Refugee Youth Mentoring (RYM) Program at Church World Service – Houston and make a lasting impact in the lives of refugee and immigrant youth!

Through this six-month mentoring program, volunteer mentors are matched with youth (ages 15–24) who are working toward academic, career, and life goals as they adjust to life in Houston.

As a mentor, you’ll meet with your assigned youth once a month (in-person or virtual) and participate in group mentoring sessions and community activities that build confidence, connection, and leadership.

What You’ll Do:

Meet with youth 1x/month for six months.

Support educational and career goals through mentoring.

Participate in monthly group mentoring and community activities.

Encourage cross-cultural learning and inclusion.

Ideal Volunteers:

Age 21 or older.

Passionate about supporting young people.

Culturally sensitive and open-minded.

Able to complete a background check and orientation (covered by CWS).

Benefits:

Build meaningful relationships with refugee and immigrant youth.

Gain mentoring, leadership, and cross-cultural communication experience.

Be part of a community working to empower youth to succeed in Houston.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are you interested in volunteering with WorkFaith but not quite sure where to start? Let’s connect!

This one-on-one virtual or in-person meeting is designed to help you explore your passions, skills, and availability to match you with the perfect volunteer opportunity. Whether you’re drawn to encouraging job seekers, helping behind the scenes, or supporting special events, there’s a place for you here.

You’ll meet with our Volunteer Coordinator, to learn more about our mission and the meaningful ways you can get involved.

To get started, simply respond to this need and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you via email to schedule your personalized 1-on-1 meeting.

Come discover how your unique gifts can make a lasting impact. We can’t wait to meet you!

Proofread, review, and edit the first draft of student job applications.

As an Application Advisor, you play a crucial role in helping our students submit outstanding job applications. Using the Application Feedback Form and the guidelines provided, you will review, proofread, and offer detailed suggestions to ensure each application meets the highest standards of professionalism. Volunteers will receive 1-3 applications per session to review, helping clients craft "pristine" applications that set them up for success in their job search.

This volunteer opportunity occurs three times a month, aligning with each JSA class cycle, and is conducted entirely electronically. Applications are sent out on Wednesdays, and reviewed submissions must be emailed back by 8:00 AM the following Wednesday. This one-week turnaround is vital as student training programs operate on a tight schedule. By contributing your time and expertise, you’ll directly impact the confidence and success of our clients as they take their next steps toward meaningful employment.

A lot of stuff

Bring in and sort donations, help organize and keep the the store clean, hang clothes, test electronics, etc.

Sort donations, hang clothes, organize books, test electronics, help load purchases, etc.

Company Description
Young Homeowners League is a 501c3 nonprofit to empower high schoolers and other youths to work, save, buy land, build starter homes, and become young homeowners.
Revolving fund will be used to acquire lower priced land to develop into lots, with target cost $30k each.
Our first focus area is within the City of Houston with sewer line, and our second is communities within a one-hour commute of Houston.
We organize youths into project teams with experienced members to build starter homes, 1000 to 1400 sqft size, starting $120/sqft.
Young team members earn the majority share (80%) of project labor costs, with experienced members receiving 20%.
Team members have priority to purchase the homes they help build, at cost.

Role Description
An Affordable Homeownership Champion is an unpaid volunteer role, unless actively participating in construction work, in which case compensation comes from the experienced members portion (20%) of labor costs.
Champions can contribute in one or more of the following ways:
1. Help future homeowners, including yourself, plan to work, save, build credit, invest in land, support the construction of starter homes, and prepare for homeowner.
2. Support or supervise construction teams (ideal for teachers, retirees, tradespeople, or business professionals) building starter homes, especially part-time or during summer.
3. If you own land or a home and need a shed or smaller home built, consider placing an order through our project teams. Shed reference $35/sqft. Home within 1400 sqft reference $120/sqft
4. Help connect us with organizations offering grants or low-interest loans for our land revolving fund.
5. If you can put money into our revolving fund as a loan, let’s talk.
6. Help design starter homes that are attractive, efficient, using lower cost materials, and easier to build especially for less experienced youths.

Key Responsibilities: Monitor the financial health of the organization and review financial statements, budgets, and financial planning documents.

Budgeting & Reporting:

Oversee the development of the annual budget and ensure financial reports are accurate and timely.

Present regular financial reports to the board.

Compliance & Controls:

Ensure compliance with tax and financial reporting requirements.

Monitor internal controls and financial risk management practices.

Support Staff/Finance Team:

Work closely with the Finance Director/Manager, if applicable.

Support fundraising and grant management from a financial oversight perspective.

Key Responsibilities:  To lead the board’s efforts in securing financial resources to support the mission of the organization.

Fundraising Strategy:

Develop and oversee the organization’s fundraising strategy in collaboration with staff and the board.

Set fundraising goals and ensure the board is actively engaged in reaching them.

Donor Engagement:

Cultivate relationships with major donors, sponsors, and supporters.

Encourage and support board members in their fundraising and donor stewardship roles.

Campaign Leadership:
Lead or support capital campaigns, annual giving, grant efforts, and special fundraising events.

Work closely with development staff (if present) to align efforts.

Reporting & Monitoring:

Monitor fundraising performance and report progress to the board regularly.

Identify opportunities for growth and diversification of funding sources.

Key Responsibilities:To ensure the board operates effectively, ethically, and in alignment with the organization’s bylaws and best governance practices.

Board Recruitment & Orientation:

Lead the recruitment, nomination, and onboarding of new board members.

Ensure new members receive appropriate orientation and training.

Board Development:

Organize ongoing training and development opportunities for board members.

Facilitate regular evaluations of board performance (individually and collectively).

Policy & Compliance Oversight:

Review and recommend updates to bylaws, policies, and governance procedures.

Ensure adherence to board roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities:
To lead the organization’s branding, public relations, and outreach strategies to enhance visibility and public support.

Strategic Oversight:

Develop and guide the organization’s marketing and communications strategy.

Align messaging with mission, values, and fundraising goals.

Brand Management:

Ensure consistent and effective use of brand elements across platforms.

Oversee the development of marketing materials and campaigns.

Media & Public Relations:

Act as a liaison with the media when needed or support staff in doing so.

Help promote events, campaigns, and organizational achievements.

Digital Engagement:

Support the organization’s online presence (social media, website, email newsletters).

Monitor public engagement metrics and suggest improvements.

Legal Oversight:

Advise the board and executive leadership on legal issues affecting the organization.

Review key contracts, agreements, and legal documents as needed.

Risk Management:

Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.

Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and legal protections are in place.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with nonprofit laws, employment law, tax law, and other regulations.

Monitor and support filings such as IRS Form 990, charitable registrations, etc.

Policy Review:

Assist with drafting and reviewing policies related to governance, ethics, data protection, whistleblower protections, and conflict of interest.

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

FWP usually sponsors 7 community work days annually (Jan, Feb, Mar, April, Sept, Oct, Nov) plus Earth Day (corporate weekday event, April).  Scout projects may also require support. 

Friends of Woodland Park is an all volunteer organization and this is a volunteer opportunity. 

Expectations:

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

With help from the Beautification Director and FWP board, team members will identify supplies and tools needed using provided checklists. 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. Tools such as shovels and wheel barrows are borrowed from and returned to Houston Tool Bank. 

Team members will gather equipment from storage located at 2515 Washington Avenue and any other supplies (such as snacks) and ensure that committee members can receive them on clean-up day or prior.  

Set up the supply distribution area and check-in table at Woodland Park Community Center located at 212 Parkview St. 

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.

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.

Our mentoring program is designed to support the growth of our students on the fields, in school, and in life. Mentors are matched with a SpringSpirit participant in grades 3-12 and commit to meet in person at least once a month.  Mentors must submit to a background check and go through an orientation process before being matched with a mentee.  2 locations in Northern Spring Branch.  

Help a child who is reading below grade level. Volunteers needed to work with elementary-age children once or twice a week on Zoom.  Program moderator creates virtual breakout rooms.  Volunteers work with small groups (2-4 students) from 4:30 to 5:30 one day a week. Simple lesson and materials provided for you.  

Groups meet twice a week on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday. Volunteers would need to commit to only once a week visits with their group of children for at least one semester. One hour training provided before you start as well as a background check. Program has proven results in improving student reading levels.  

This Holiday Season make a difference in a teen's life by SHAREing your heart & home with a high school exchange student! Volunteers, with or without children at home, are needed to host teenage boys and girls from Germany, Italy, Spain, Brazil, Mongolia, Japan, and several other countries. Families can review student applications and choose the boy or girl that matches their family. SHARE! students speak English, come medically insured, and have their own spending money for personal expenses. They attend the host family’s local high school for a school year or semester.

The HMC is proud to be home to soccer programs for our refugee youth. The Eagles (boys) and The Golden Eagles (girls).

The teams meet and play on the first and third Saturdays of each month, at the IndoorSoccerBox, located at 1530 W Sam Houston Pkwy N. Beginning in November, we'll be meeting at Burnett Bayland Park in Southwest Houston.

We are looking for someone with soccer experience to serve as a referee and informal coach to help facilitate 1 hour of girls soccer. It is a very casual league, the girls would benefit from the experience of someone 18+.

If you are interested in learning more or joining us - please email Kirsten Dorrier - KDorrier@ecdcus.org.

Support those experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Houston by providing cold weather bags this winter. Your generosity can make a significant difference, offering essential items to help people endure the harsh conditions of the season.

 Below is a list of recommended items that can bring comfort and warmth during Houston's winter months:

Cold Weather Bags:

·        Hats/beanies

·        Scarfs

·        Mittens

·        Sleeping bags

·        Blankets

·        Wool socks

·        Hot hands/feet

·        Flint starter kits

·        Hot cocoa/Apple cider

·        Lip balm/Chapstick

·        Daily Vitamins

·        Throat Lozenges

We kindly ask that volunteers purchase the materials and assemble the bags independently. Please note that CFTH does not host events for assembling these bags unless specified in the description.

Thank you for your generosity and dedication to bringing moments of comfort and engagement to those who need it most. Your support truly makes a difference!

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

APPLY HERE

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

TWST4Girls Team Key Responsibilities: 

Recruit children in need of our programming

Onboard new members

Train individuals and groups to improve their mentorship experience

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 youth records organized and up to date

Help create a welcoming, mission-driven organization culture

Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience? Join us today as a Harris Health Volunteer.

We have a place for you in key hospital areas, patient areas and/or community health centers. We also offer virtual volunteer program opportunities as well.

We take great care to match your interests and skills to a specific assignment.

You’ll have the opportunity to:
• Contribute to a tradition of caring
• Serve alongside world-class healthcare providers
• Gain a sense of satisfaction from helping others
• Make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families

Hospital opportunities are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Clinic opportunities are available from Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

This role would include a myriad of intensive training, background checks, and team support. In this role, a volunteer would provide compassionate support and education in regard to pregnancy and parenting. 

Are you in the STEM field closely related to aviation? Mentor a TWST Girl! Apply here: https://www.twst4girls.org/mentor-with-twst

Are you a passionate Houstonian dedicated to conserving, protecting, and restoring our waterways and bayous? If you're eager to positively impact your community but have a busy schedule, the Bayou Preservation Association is here to help! We're actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Outreach Volunteers.

Responsibilities:

1. Tabling Events:
- Engage with the community by operating informational booths at outreach events.
- Share our mission, distribute materials, and answer questions to raise awareness about bayou preservation.

2. Information Delivery:
- Collaborate with local businesses and community groups to disseminate relevant materials.
- Help establish partnerships and ensure information reaches a wider audience.

3. Community Engagement:
- Assist in organizing and participating in various community-driven initiatives.
- Promote environmental awareness and participation in bayou preservation activities.

4. Event Support:
- Contribute to the planning and execution of special events, campaigns, and educational programs.
- Foster a greater understanding of the importance of bayou preservation.

Qualifications:

- Passion for environmental conservation and a strong commitment to preserving local bayous.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a team and independently.
- Willingness to engage with diverse community groups.
- Reliable and enthusiastic about promoting environmental awareness.

Benefits:

- Gain hands-on experience in environmental outreach and community engagement.
- Develop valuable skills in communication, event planning, and community relations.
- Record volunteer hours with an accredited and award-winning environmental non-profit.
- Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for conservation.
- Make a meaningful contribution to the preservation of local bayous.

If you're ready to make a difference and be a part of the Bayou Preservation Association's outreach efforts, please provide a brief introduction about yourself, your story regarding your passion for Houston's bayous, your basic availability, and your preferred way to help with outreach volunteering.

Please sign up through VolunteerHouston or send an email to msager@bayoupreservation.org. Join us in protecting and preserving our precious bayous for future generations! Together, we can make a lasting impact on our environment.

Are you passionate about creating positive change and empowering at-risk youth? Sanders Hand Org is seeking a dedicated Community Outreach Coordinator to join our team. If you have a drive for community engagement and a heart for making a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Volunteers to assist with: Revitalizing garden beds - weeding, turning dirt, planting, mulching, watering; Landscaping – mowing, trimming, etc., HHFH provides all tools and materials for volunteers, as well as skilled on-site leaders who host a safety orientation, give clear instructions on all tasks, and work to ensure that every volunteer has an outstanding experience. Volunteers will follow safety guidelines and report directly to the HHFH staff or garden coordinator at the site.  Come prepared to work hard, get dirty, and make a lasting impact for a family and a community!  Please note the minimum age is 16 years old.  

Please go to Houston Habitat Volunteer Hub to register. 

Ongoing arts and crafts workshops for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Imagine a quiet office setting nestled in a garden just off 610 near Gulfgate Mall, open regular business hours. Are you available for a regular four to six hour shift per week serving as general office help and helping with data entry? If yes, we have a desk waiting for you.

Interested? Complete the Alzheimer's Association Volunteer Interest Survey at bit.ly/alz-vol-interest today!

1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another dementia. It kills more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.

Make a difference! Our volunteers deliver support and education, raise funds, advocate for Alzheimer’s and more to help achieve our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Whatever your skills, whatever time you have, we have opportunities to provide vital support for people living with Alzheimer's and their families.

A Goals Coach helps people identify and address challenges they may face while pursuing their goals. Goals Coaches provide guidance on strategies and techniques to help people overcome obstacles and develop resilience. Coaching is a partnership between a coach and client. The primary objective of coaching is to support and empower individuals to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals in the following areas. Family, Fiance, and Career.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to serve as a Volunteer Grant Writer for the Katherine and Everett Robinson Foundation. The Grant Writer will play a vital role in securing funding to support our programs and initiatives aimed at positively impacting the lives of youth and families in our community.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment: This is a volunteer position with flexible hours, requiring an estimated time commitment of approximately 5-10 hours per week, depending on grant deadlines and project needs.

Overview:

As a Facilitator for the TWST4Girls Youth Enrichment Program at Fort Bend Juvenile Correctional Facilities, you will play a vital role in empowering young girls through mentorship, education, and skill-building activities. The program aims to provide a supportive and enriching environment where participants can develop essential life skills, build confidence, and explore personal growth opportunities.

“CLICK HERE TO APPLY”

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Benefits:

Personal fulfillment and satisfaction from being part of a supportive community dedicated to empowering youth and promoting positive change.

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.

Are you a current or recent patient at either Ben Taub or LBJ Hospital in Harris County? If so, please consider applying to our Council!

​What is the Patient and Family Advisory Council?

Responsibilities:

Minimum Requirements

About Company
"The Katherine and Everette Robinson Foundation (KERF) mission is to promote positive youth development, encourage families to live healthy lifestyles and plan quality experiences that allow underserved families to experience life outside of their zip code.

If you're driven and eager to experience professional growth while embodying a relentless pursuit of excellence, then consider joining the KERF team of passionate philanthropists. We are dedicated to fostering your professional and personal growth beyond conventional limits.

In need of volunteers to visit patients in the Sealy area. 

May be at facility or patients home. TBD.

Please contact Volunteer Coordinator to fill out application.

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

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

Enjoy working with people, have good computer/data skills and bilingual in English and Spanish? We need you!  

Volunteers are needed to register new and returning clients, validate eligibility, inform clients of upcoming events and run reports. As a member of the broader Community Food Pantry Team, Registration Assistants may be asked to help from time-to-time in other areas of the food pantry.  Volunteers must be fluent in both English and Spanish (written and verbal) and will be working with confidential information.  

Volunteers should be able to commit to a Monday, Thursday morning on a weekly basis and/or a 1st or 3rd Saturday morning on a monthly basis.  Shift hours are 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.  Long term considerations only, please.

This position supports the Regional Volunteer Services department. Assists the implementation of the regional volunteer recruitment plan by performing volunteer recruitment activities to attract a skilled, talented and diverse volunteers workforce to service in all lines of business around the organization.

5-10 hours per month

Meetings and presentations will primarily be Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Limited additional events may be available after hours or on weekends.

Dear Potential Volunteer,

We are reaching out to ask for your support in an important initiative that aims to assist women and children facing hardship. Women Connection Inc is looking to establish an advisory board comprised of dedicated individuals who are passionate about helping those in need.

Our organization focuses on providing support and resources to various groups of women, including teen mothers, women experiencing domestic violence, and homeless women. Through our programs and services, we strive to empower and uplift these individuals as they navigate through challenging circumstances.

As a member of our advisory board, you will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise and insights to help shape the direction and impact of our organization. Your input will be invaluable in ensuring that we are effectively serving the needs of the women and children in our community.

If you are interested in joining our advisory board and making a difference in the lives of women in need, please consider submitting an resume. Your commitment and dedication will play a crucial role in our efforts to provide support and resources to those who need it most.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to volunteer with Women Connection Inc. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children facing hardship

Do you have a heart for youth? Do you want to learn from the leaders of tomorrow? Then this opportunity is for you!

Being a mentor is a year-long commitment to walk alongside a middle or high school student from our neighborhood and provide support and guidance by studying the Bible together, providing accountability for goals and spiritual disciplines, chatting about life, and offering advice from a Christian worldview.

If you would like more information, please email volunteer@agapedevelopment.org.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The ideal volunteer for this position:

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

Responsible for the creative vision and direction of our brand or specific projects, from concept to execution. To oversee the creation of creative assets, such as advertisements, products, events, or logos, and ensure that the project's visuals and messages align with the vision. 

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)

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