Needs From: United Way of South Texas

For more information, connect with us at southtexasvita@gmail.com or call 956-686-6331.

Want to make a difference serving the residents in Hidalgo and Starr Counties?

Help United Way of South Texas through its VITA Program (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program) to assist low-to-moderate income families earning a yearly household of $67,000 or less in providing free tax preparation services. VITA Volunteers will serve as " Tax Preparers" under the supervision of two experienced site coordinators. " Tax Preparers" are volunteers that are trained and certified to become tax preparers.

All volunteers must be trained and IRS certified before volunteering at a VITA Site. Contact southtexasvita@gmail.com

The VITA Program provides meaningful volunteer opportunities in which volunteers have a "real" impact on clients.

For more information, connect with us at southtexasvita@gmail.com or call 956-686-6331.

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Event Take-Down Crew

Date/Time: Saturday, Nov 15 | 11:00 PM – 1:00 AM (approx.)

Volunteer Duties:

o   Put away tables, tents, and ice chests

o   Assist with dismantling audio, lights, LED screens, and stages

o   Ensure all event equipment is safely stores

Our community and wildlife urgently need your help. The Rio Grande Valley continues to lose critical native habitat, and tree planting is one of the most effective ways we can restore balance, protect wildlife, and create a healthier environment for future generations.

That’s why we are calling on community members to take action at Rio Reforestation 2025 — a large-scale habitat restoration event. This year’s planting will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge’s Milagro Tract.

Location: 904 W Doffin Rd, Pharr, TX 78577
Once you arrive at this address, signs and volunteers will guide you to the planting site. Please note: access to the site will require driving beyond the border wall.

Start Time: 8:00 AM

By planting trees together, we will fight habitat loss, improve air and water quality, and provide shade and shelter for both people and wildlife. The need is real — and your hands-on support will make a lasting difference.

What you need to do before the event:

Rio Reforestation Sign-up Packet — please complete the packet and email it to Mylen Arias (marias@americanforests.org) with Thamara Flores (thamara_flores@fws.gov) CC’d, or print and bring the filled copy with you on the day of the event.

Volunteer Service Agreement:

Individuals: fill boxes 1-11, 13-25, 28-34

Leaders/teachers/guardians: fill boxes 1-11, 13-25, 35-37, and attach a list of students participating

Likeness Use Agreement & American Forest Photo Release: allows USFWS and American Forests to take event photos. (Leaders/teachers/guardians may attach lists of participants who do not consent.)

Contact for more info:

Mylen Arias, American Forests: marias@americanforests.org

Thamara Flores, USFWS: thamara_flores@fws.gov | (956) 784-7575

The Valley needs trees. Wildlife needs habitat. Our community needs your help.
Join us to make a difference at Rio Reforestation 2025.

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Exhibitor & Guest Support

Date/Time: Saturday, Nov 15 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (flexible shifts)

Volunteer Duties:

o   Support community partners (zoo, pet adoptions, library, authors, farmers market, etc.) at their booths

o   Guide guests and answer questions

o   Assist families as they explore booths and activities

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Skateboarding Contest Support

Date/Time: Saturday, Nov 15 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (approx.)

Volunteer Duties:

o   Assist with setting up audio and tent for announcers

o   Provide general support for the skateboarding competition area

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Stage & Performer Support

Date/Time: Saturday, Nov 15 | 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Volunteer Duties:

o   Assist younger performers on Stage 3 starting at 1 PM

o   Support band performances from 3 PM–11 PM (helping with setup/transition between two stages)

o   Provide general stage assistance (moving equipment, checking audio/lighting needs)

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Event Set-Up (Booths, Tables & Tents)

Date/Time: Saturday, Nov 15 | 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Volunteer Duties:

o   Set up tables and tents for multiple booths (zoo, pet adoptions, library, authors, farmers market, etc.)

o   Assist with audio, lights, and LED screens for performers

o   Help prepare watering stations for event guests

The goal of the Nash Bash is to bring our community together to celebrate the life of Michael Alexander Nash. It is open to the public and All ages are welcome.

This year, we will have amazing LIVE Music Performances and Entertainment for everyone, Skateboarding Contests, Raffles, Farmers Market, Food Trucks, Drinks, Face Painting and Tattoos, Trims and Cuts, Art Gallery and Workshops, Book Swap and Authors, Pet Adoptions, Family Fun and Games.

Event Set-Up (Stages)

Dates/Times:

Thursday, Nov 13 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Friday, Nov 14 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Volunteer Duties:

o   Assist with setting up stages for performers

o   Move and organize equipment as directed

o   Help ensure safe and smooth stage setup

Calling all Volunteers!

Join Us for Frights & Folklore at the Refuge!
Step into an evening where nature meets mystery at Frights & Folklore, happening Tuesday, October 28, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. This community event, sponsored by Friends of the Wildlife Corridor, will feature haunted hallways, hands-on activities, and a special Folklore & Legends Tram Ride that brings South Texas stories to life under the night sky.

We’re looking for college clubs, service groups, and adult volunteers to help make the evening unforgettable! Opportunities include:

Guiding guests, assisting with activities, and supporting the folklore tram ride.

Hosting an activity booth highlighting nature, wildlife, or cultural folklore (with a fun spooky or seasonal twist).

Sharing treats with little trick-or-treaters (candy, stickers, seed packets, or eco-friendly goodies encouraged).

Dressing in costume to add to the festive atmosphere! 

Whether you’re leading a craft, sharing local legends, or helping families explore the refuge after dark, your involvement will help create a memorable and meaningful experience for the community.

Sign up your organization for an exhibitor booth here: Registration Form
Questions? Contact Marisa at president@friendsofthewildlifecorridor.org.

Let’s bring nature, culture, and community together this spooky season! 

Volunteer Information

Event runs 5:00–8:00 PM at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay Road, Alamo, TX 78516.

Volunteers must be 16+ years old.

Arrival Times:
• Day-of volunteers: Please arrive 30 minutes before your shift.
• Set-up volunteers: Report to the Visitor Center at 4:00 PM.
• Take-down volunteers: Report at 8:00 PM.
• Decorating volunteers: Report to the Visitor Center at the start of your shift for instructions.

Confirmation emails will be sent one week before the event.

We can’t wait to see you at the Refuge!

Shoot for Wishes - Skeet Shoot is an event benefitting Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley happening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Coyote Arms, 8600 N. Big 5 Rd., Edinburg, TX 78541.

Volunteers will be needed for:  

Requirements/Attire: No prior experience is needed. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. Assignments and confirmations will be coordinated directly by Rudy, so participants will be contacted with their assigned tasks.

Breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided

Howdy! For Native Plant Month we are looking for volunteer help for our annual Planta Nativa Social held on Thursday, October 16. Volunteers will be helping people find their way around the event, label plant, as well as assist in transporting plants to a designated pick-up location for guests.

Planta Nativa Social is an annual event aimed at celebrating Native Plants. We aim to have vendors and plant sales that promote native plants and the benefit they have on our everyday lives. 

Please fill out our volunteer waiver if you haven't volunteered with us before.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1Nf53TzaPxwxAKtBH72Z04R5CTXQUDlSK7sJi81_mQbLdtA/viewform

Offsite parking and shuttle service will be available at 1400 Wichita Ave, south of La Plaza Mall.

October is Native Plant Month- celebrate native plants by making room for them to grow! Volunteer with the Center for Urban Ecology for a morning of habitat protection and a little bit of exercise.

From 9:00-11:00am, we’ll be tackling one of our worst invasive species; the Coral Vine (Antigonon leptopus). The vine rapidly grows from tubers, covering shrubs and trees in a smothering blanket of leaves. Left unchecked, it can cover large areas and hurt our natural habitat. Volunteers will also go home with a free native plant!

Volunteers must complete the volunteer application form by clicking here.  

Wear comfortable shoes, pants, and bring your water bottle. Gloves, tools, and ice water will be provided.

IMAS is looking for enthusiastic and outgoing volunteers to assist at the 2025 Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum on October 11, from 10 am to 5 pm. Volunteers will help IMAS Education team facilitate and assist in hands on activity areas. 

Celebrate and discover the Dia De Los Muertos holiday this October at IMAS with Family and Friends! Bring your loved ones in spirit and honor their memory as you enjoy performances, food, arts and crafts and much more!

Shifts: (3.5 hr. shifts) :

- 10 am – 1:30 pm (3.5)

- 1:30 pm – 5 pm (3.5)

***Registered Volunteers will be placed in areas based on the most need dependent on registrations.

VOLUNTEER AREAS:
1.    Art Studio – Piñata Mural Assistants
Description: Assist IMAS Educators and visitors in this community art project with visiting artist Josue Ramirez. Together, visitors will contribute to a piñata mural by applying strips of tissue paper. Assist participants by ensuring they have the right color tissue paper for their mural section and provide glue sticks as needed.

2.    Industrial Lab – Sugar Skull Assistants
Description: Assist in the Industrial Lab as a Sugar Skull assistant. Ensure visitors show their receipt for their additional sugar skull activity and help clean up activity tables for incoming participants. Participants will decorate their sugar skull with colorful frosting bags and sprinkles.

3.    Science On a Sphere – Loteria Facilitators  
Description: Assist IMAS Educators in the Loteria room by providing visitors with cards, coins and beans. Assistants will help call out cards along with IMAS Educator, check winner cards and give out sugar skull prizes.

4.    MPU Biozone Lab – Oja Lata Tin Art Assistants
Description: Oja Lata is a folk art that uses tin to create colorful embossed pieces of art. Volunteers will assist IMAS Educators in the Biozone Lab by providing participants with tin squares, embossing tools and markers. Assistants will also provide help to participants by showing them how to use their embossing tool.

5.    Discovery Pavilion – Scratch Art Masks & Butterfly Craft, Loved Ones Remembrance Wall Facilitators
Description: Assist in the Discovery Pavilion at two craft stations, Scratch Art Masks and Loved Ones Remembrance Wall. Visitors will use wooden scratch sticks to create colorful patterns on their calavera masks. and cut and color their monarch butterfly to add to the Loved Ones Remembrance Wall. Assist participants by providing stretchy cord for their calavera masks and glue dots for their butterflies.

6.    Art Galleries – Calavera Poems Assistant
Description: Calavera Poems can be added to altars as a way to remember our loved ones through poetry. Participants will write short poems for their loved ones such as a grandparent or pet. Assist participants by providing visitors with paper and pens and ensuring pens are kept at the activity tables.

7.    Art Galleries – Gallery Monitors
Description: Help IMAS by ensuring visitors are not entering gallery entrances with food or drink. Trash cans are located at all entrances for disposal.

Calling All Ghouls, Ghosts, and Goblins!

The City of Harlingen Parks & Recreation is on the hunt for energetic and enthusiastic costumed actors to help transform our Haunted House into a spine-tingling experience at this year’s Trails of Treats Halloween Festival!

Actors will bring the spooky scenes to life by interacting with guests, adding thrills and chills, and creating unforgettable memories for families and festivalgoers. Whether you enjoy jump scares, creepy characters, or playful Halloween fun, this is your chance to step into the spotlight and be part of one of Harlingen’s favorite seasonal traditions!

The City of McAllen Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the Halloween Festival at Westside Park a fun and memorable event! Volunteers will assist in a variety of roles, including:

Scare Crew: Our scare crew is spread out throughout our 5k trail! During the 5k they are responsible for scaring the runners! We encourage our scare crew to either dress in all black or actually dress in a Halloween costume! Our scare crew is asked not to touch any of the runners, just a jump scare!

Game Attendants: Throughout our festival we have 4 rides and 10 inflatable moon jumps and obstacle courses! Our game attendants are responsible for making sure every person has a wrist band to attend the ride and maintain a line! Some games (like moon jumps) require the attendants to keep track of time to ensure everyone has a fair opportunity on the inflatable!

Arts and Crafts: Our volunteers helping us with the arts and crafts are responsible for engaging with the kids, helping make arts and crafts and handing our prizes in the table games!

Volunteers will help ensure all activities run smoothly, provide assistance to participants, and contribute to a safe and festive environment for the community.

Requirements:

Volunteers must be 16 years or older

Submit a completed and signed Organization Volunteer Waiver (each volunteer). NOTE: You'll need to accept it in the platform, but also submit a copy to YGomez@mcallen.net

Submit a copy of your State ID / School ID / Organization ID to YGomez@mcallen.net

Contact Information:
For questions, reach out to the City of McAllen Parks & Recreation Department at (956) 681-3350.

The Valley Nature Center is proud to be the oldest nature center in the Rio Grande Valley, dedicated to connecting people with the beauty of our local environment.

We’re looking for passionate volunteers who love nature and don’t mind rolling up their sleeves to help keep our center thriving. Whether it’s maintaining trails, tending gardens, or assisting with special projects, there’s a place for everyone to make a difference.

The center is open every day except Mondays, and we’d love to welcome you as part of our team!

Come join us in preserving and celebrating the natural wonders of the Rio Grande Valley.

LIFE Mentors are responsible for serving families who are facing unplanned pregnancies by providing confidential mentorship and guidance. Mentorship can be provided one-on-one and/or through small groups.

LIFE Mentors are expected to minister to families on topics pertaining to abstinence encouragement, abortion education & awareness, infant loss/grief, all while encouraging salvation and guidance for a strong relationship with Jesus Christ.

Volunteer Requirements:

1.     Be a committed Christian and member in good standing of an area church, who demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;

2.     Exhibit strong commitment and dedication to the sanctity of all human life;

3.     Agree with and be willing to uphold the Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and policies of PRC;

4.     Have a minimum high school diploma or equivalent;

5.     Exhibit strong skills in interpersonal communication;

6.     Exhibit strong listening skills;

7.     Ability to keep information confidential;

8.     Be able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.

9.     Experience in counseling, mentoring, and teaching (preferred)

10.    Bachelor’s degree (or pursuit of a degree) in Social Work/Psychology (preferred)

11.    Must be 18+ (Females preferred)

TRAINING: (For all needs coming from Pregnancy Resource Centers)

Making Life Disciples (MLD) is a 12-session course that equips you with a gospel-centered, holistic, and non-political approach to caring for those considering abortion.

Volunteer Duties:

Managing website content, updating information, and troubleshooting technical issues and cybersecurity as needed.

Volunteer Requirements:

1.     Be a committed Christian and member in good standing of an area church, who demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;

2.     Exhibit strong commitment and dedication to the sanctity of all human life;

3.     Agree with and be willing to uphold the Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and policies of PRC;

4.     Have a minimum high school diploma or equivalent;

5.     Exhibit strong writing abilities;

6.     Exhibit strong communication skills;

7.     Knowledge and understanding of web development frameworks;

8.     Effectively manage website content, ensure functionality, and optimize user experience;

9.     Ability to keep information confidential;

10.   Be able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.

TRAINING: (For all needs coming from Pregnancy Resource Centers)

Making Life Disciples (MLD) is a 12-session course that equips you with a gospel-centered, holistic, and non-political approach to caring for those considering abortion.

Volunteer Duties:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Volunteer Inventory Associate to help at our Mommy & Baby Pantry. This role involves organizing, stocking, and managing inventory of essential items for new moms and babies, and make recommendations to the executive director to replenish inventory. Your help ensures families receive the support they need. If you're organized and want to make a tangible difference, we'd love to have you!

Volunteer Requirements:

Requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective problem-solving capabilities. 

TRAINING: (For all needs coming from Pregnancy Resource Centers)

Making Life Disciples (MLD) is a 12-session course that equips you with a gospel-centered, holistic, and non-political approach to caring for those considering abortion.

Volunteer duties:

Develop, schedule, and publish engaging pro-life Christ centered content across multiple social media platforms, including text posts, images, videos, and stories, aligned with Pregnancy Resource Centers mission and values.

Volunteer Requirements:

1.     Be a committed Christian and member in good standing of an area church, who demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;

2.     Exhibit strong commitment and dedication to the sanctity of all human life;

3.     Agree with and be willing to uphold the Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and policies of PRC;

4.     Have a minimum high school diploma or equivalent;

5.     Exhibit strong writing abilities;

6.     Ability to create content (Videos, photos, and graphics);

7.     Ability to keep information confidential;

8.     Knowledge of different social media platforms;

9.     Be able to carry out responsibilities with little or no supervision.

TRAINING: (For all needs coming from Pregnancy Resource Centers)

Making Life Disciples (MLD) is a 12-session course that equips you with a gospel-centered, holistic, and non-political approach to caring for those considering abortion.

Operation Christmas RGV is looking for passionate and creative individuals to join our Press Office Team as volunteers! We're expanding our media presence and need your talent to help us share our mission of spreading hope and joy across the Rio Grande Valley.

The Treasurer Committee helps ensure that every dollar raised is used wisely and reported transparently. Their work directly supports our ability to serve hundreds of families each year through our programs, such as toy drives, community meals, and holiday assistance. The committee’s efforts strengthen the foundation that allows our outreach to grow. The Treasurer Committee within Operation Christmas RGV plays a vital role in supporting the financial integrity and transparency of our nonprofit. This committee works closely with our Treasurer to assist with budgeting, record-keeping, fundraising logistics, and financial reporting.

Requirements:

- Basic understanding of financial organization (no formal accounting required)

- Comfortable with spreadsheets and digital communication

- Strong attention to detail and confidentiality

- Willingness to learn and collaborate in a team environment

Duties:

- Assist with monthly financial reviews and documentation

- Help track income and expenses for events and programs

- Support grant reporting and fundraising documentation

- Participate in regular committee meetings (virtual or in-person)

- Provide clerical support for donation processing and acknowledgments

We are ideally seeking 3 to 5 dedicated volunteers to be part of a small, consistent team. Volunteers should be 18 years or older due to the nature of the responsibilities. The time commitment is approximately 4–6 hours per month.

Most of the work is flexible and remote, though occasional in-person meetings may be scheduled as needed.

Cinderella Pet Rescue currently only has one social media platform (Facebook) and a website. We need to get other platforms (es. TikTok, Instagram, etc.) established to promote the pets, the needs and the agency. The goal of more adoptions, more volunteers and more funds to support the animals should be easier with the addition of additional active social media platforms.

Looking for a meaningful way to give back as a group or individual? Help Cinderella Pet Rescue give their shelter a fresh new look! We’re recruiting volunteers to help paint the exterior building walls at our rescue center.

French, Spanish, and speakers of other languages needed for document translation to assist individual's work authorization applications. 

When individuals submit documents to the court and other adjudicators, all of the documents must be presented in English.  We launched Remote Translator Program in February 2021 as an effort to extend our ability to provide translation assistance to the individuals we serve. These documents may include things that will be presented before immigration court and/or other agencies, such as identity documents and declarations. 

Work may be done remotely.  Turnaround time for a document will vary.  

Wine for Wishes is an event benefitting Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at The Shores at South Padre Island, TX.

Volunteers will be need for:

Requirements/Attire: No prior experience is needed. Comfortable clothing, shorts or leggings, t-shirts, and tennis shoes are recommended. Volunteer lanyards will be provided.

Assignments and confirmations will be coordinated directly by Becky and Erica, so participants will be contacted with their assigned tasks.

Wine for Wishes is an event benefitting Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at The Shores at South Padre Island, TX.

Volunteers will be need for:

Requirements/Attire: No prior experience is needed. Comfortable clothing, shorts or leggings, t-shirts, and tennis shoes are recommended. Volunteer lanyards will be provided.

Assignments and confirmations will be coordinated directly by Becky and Erica, so participants will be contacted with their assigned tasks.

Join one of our local walks, Upper Valley on October 4, 2025 at the Pharr.  We need help with set-up or tear-down at both walks. You may register www.alz.org/walk (find by zip code). You may contact PV Sandell directly at pavillasenor@alz.org, 210.963.5638. 

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Registration & Check-In – Festival (El Almacén | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Registration & Check-In – Summit (EBridge Center)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Social Media – Festival (El Almacén | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Photography/Videography – Festival (El Almacén | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Social Media – Summit (EBridge Center | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Photography/Videography – Summit (EBridge Center | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5–6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

IT/Zoom Support – Summit (EBridge Center | Nov 6)

Shifts in 4-hour blocks:

Volunteer Duties & Expertise:

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5–6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Festival Support Assistant – Festival (Nov 6 | 3 PM – 10 PM)

Shifts:

3 PM – 7 PM (dinner + 1 drink)

6 PM – 10 PM (dinner + 1 drink)

Volunteer Duties (roles will be assigned upon arrival):

Perks & Attire:

✨ Volunteer Call to Action – Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival 2025

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5-6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Event Logistics Assistant – Summit (Nov 6 | 7 AM – 4 PM)

Shifts:

7 AM – 12 PM (includes breakfast, coffee, lunch)

12 PM – 4 PM (includes lunch)

Volunteer Duties (roles will be assigned upon arrival):

Perks & Attire:

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5–6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Date & Time:
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Festival Venue (El Almacén): 3 PM – 6 PM

Volunteer Duties:

Help with venue décor, including arranging tables and chairs

Set up signage and directional materials

Assist with vendor and exhibitor booth layout

Ensure spaces are organized, clean, and event-ready

Perks & Attire:

Complimentary entry during your shift

Meals and refreshments provided

Volunteer t-shirt + thank-you swag

Certificate of community/clinic hours (if needed)

Certificate of Appreciation

Attire: Comfortable clothing suitable for setup work; volunteer t-shirt provided

The Latinx Health Summit & Cultural Festival is coming to downtown Brownsville on November 5–6, 2025, and we need passionate, reliable volunteers to help bring this vision to life!

Date & Time:
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Summit Venue (EBridge Center): 12 PM – 4 PM

Volunteer Duties:

Help with venue décor, including arranging tables and chairs

Set up signage and directional materials

Assist with vendor and exhibitor booth layout

Ensure spaces are organized, clean, and event-ready

Perks & Attire:

Complimentary entry during your shift

Meals and refreshments provided

Volunteer t-shirt + thank-you swag

Certificate of community/clinic hours (if needed)

Certificate of Appreciation

Attire: Comfortable clothing suitable for setup work; volunteer t-shirt provided

We are seeking volunteers interested in learning about our adoption process and helping our furry friends get into their furever homes.

PVAS will have one adoption specialist at Petsmart every weekend and every other Sunday at Petco from 11:30am - 5:30 pm. They can use a hand to help set up/break down for the event and support them in engaging with the community and helping close the deal on adoptions of an interested pet.

Volunteers will:

- Help set up for event

- Watch over animals

- Keep kennels looking tidy

- Walk dogs

- Assist staff

- Help clean up after event

- Other as assigned

Petsmart -McAllen
7600 N 10th St Bldg 200, McAllen, TX 78504

*Please reach out to a PVAS Coordinator to ensure all paperwork and tasks are complete in order for you to assist at this opportunity* 

 **A Current Volunteer Shirt is required and attire restrictions apply. Please contact us for more info on this**

Join one of our local walks, Lower Valley on November 8th at Brownsville Event Center.  We need help with set-up or tear-down at both walks. You may participate as a team/group.  You may register www.alz.org/walk (find by zip code). You may contact PV Sandell directly at pavillasenor@alz.org, 210.963.5638. 

At the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, we’re fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For treatments. We’re closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you. Join us for the world’s largest fundraiser to fight the disease. We welcome you to join and help us plan this event.  You may directly contact WALK Development Manager, PV Sandell at pavillasenor@alz.org or 210.963.5638.

Communal cat rooms allow you to enjoy the attention of multiple kitties. But cats also need care, like having clean litter boxes, fresh water and food. Members of the kitty committee commit to taking care of the cat room duties one day per week. That means cleaning litter, ensuring fresh water and kibble are available and dispensing canned food. It also helps to sweep the floor to provide a clean environment for the cats to play. Then is play time. You can use toys and laser pointers to encourage exercise and play, or you can enjoy the cuddle cats that like to be held and loved on. Most of the kitties really like positive attention and reward you with plenty of purrs!

BARCC volunteer duties include cleaning and feeding animals, grooming and exercising animals and attending outreach events. Volunteers working alongside our team are given thorough instructions on how to properly clean kennels, feed, and care for the animals.

You may submit your volunteer application to the following link: Volunteer Application 

Join us on Saturday mornings as we do land stewardship projects for Quinta Mazatlan. Volunteers will get to learn more about local ecology, sustainable landscaping practices, RGV biodiversity, and more, all while giving back to the ecosystems that support us.

Tasks include:

Plant seed collecting

Plant propagation (via seeds, vegetative propagation)

Planting trees, shrubs, vines

Basic garden care

Invasive species control

We recommend that volunteers bring their own garden gloves. Please contact Quinta Mazatlan for more information or if you have any questions about volunteering with us.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! By completing this form, you are agreeing to let us contact you about upcoming volunteer opportunities. We accept volunteers ages 14+, but if you are a minor, you will need a parent or authorized representative to sign a volunteer registration and release of liability. The form will appear during sign-up for you to accept, but minors will also need to print the signed release and bring it with them to Quinta Mazatlan when they come to volunteer.

The Community Council of the Rio Grande Valley is needing volunteers at their office located in: 3516 E. Expressway 83, Suite 5 Weslaco, Texas 78596.

Volunteers will respond to emergency/disaster related calls. They will provide emergency/disaster information and referrals to the general public by softphone (online telephone), and are responsible to document the referrals provided and client’s demographics. All equipment needed for calls will be provided. This will be in an office space setting. 

COVID-19 Protocols: To maintain a safe environment for all volunteers we require the use of a face mask for anyone in the office (face mask not provided). There will be a sanitation station were hand sanitizer and disinfecting spray/wipes will be available for volunteers. Volunteer's workstation will be disinfected before and after every shift. 

For more information and to schedule your service hours, please email Delia Duarte at 211TTDisaster@ccrgv.org 

Millage to site will be reimbursed

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross Shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event. Sheltering Service Associates complete task necessary for shelter operations and interacts with clients to ensure their needs are met. Sheltering Service associates supports the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.

Anyone interested in the 1/2 day training for sheltering can click on the link below:

Shelter SA in 1/2-Day (Once a month):

Get your exercise while you exercise a dog! Lots of great dogs need to get out of their pens so they can enjoy getting to stretch their legs and smell nature. They need to spend time socializing with new people and learning how to walk politely on a leash in order to prepare them for adoption. Some of the dogs would enjoy jogging as well. Some days, if you don't want to do a lot of walking, you can take the dog(s) to the play-yards where you can throw a ball or let them run around and entertain themselves. A variety of dogs are ready to show you around the property and show you their terrific personalities.

The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights is looking for volunteer Child Advocates. We are in need of bilingual, Spanish speaking, volunteers in the McAllen, Edinburg, Brownsville, Harlingen, and Corpus Christi, TX and surrounding areas.

Make a difference in the life of an unaccompanied immigrant child by volunteering to serve as a Child Advocate. A Child Advocate is an adult who volunteers to spend time with and advocate on behalf of an individual unaccompanied immigrant child while he or she is subject to deportation proceedings. We get to know prospective volunteers through an initial screening interview, an application and reference check, and at the required two-day training. Once assigned to an individual child, each Child Advocate receives continuing training, support, and supervision from the Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights.

As a Child Advocate, you commit to:

Volunteer Requirements: 

- Must be 21 yrs +

- Be bilingual, preferably in Spanish

- Be able to commit to weekly visits, as needed for on average 3 months.

- Be able to submit & pass state and federal background checks

We will be having a 1-day trainings volunteers can attend:

Saturday, October 11th, 2025 from 9 am - 4:00 pm

RSVP to the training using this link: Sign up here

If you would like to learn more about the Young Center's work and the volunteer Child Advocate role visit Become a Volunteer Child Advocate or email LAcosta@theyoungcenter.org 

Store/Warehouse hours: 9:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

 - Come to our Family Store and help us clean and tidy our space. Tasks include hanging up clothes, dusting, filling our shoe shelves and bookshelves, cleaning windows, etc.

Filled out volunteer forms Volunteer - McAllen Corps (salvationarmy.org)

www.salvationarmymcallen.org
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www.twitter.com/salarmymcallen

Join Shelter Heroes Today!

We’re inviting you to be a part of something extraordinary—the Shelter Heroes initiative. This program empowers everyday people like you to respond to natural disasters, providing safety and care to families in need. As a Shelter Hero, you’ll commit to a two-week deployment in Texas or Louisiana, making an immediate and lasting difference by setting up shelters, distributing meals, and offering comfort to those in crisis.

Click Here to Register

Shelter Heroes are part of a roster of American Red Cross volunteers in your community who are trained and prepared to help your neighbors in Texas and Louisiana to provide food, shelter, comfort and care for your community when a hurricane or other major disaster strikes. Natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires are occurring more frequently with greater intensity. Your community needs compassionate people like you to meet that growing challenge.

Click on following link: Shelter Heroes Sign-Up

Educate your community about Alzheimer's & other dementia by delivering presentations & answering questions.  Opportunities are either virtual or in-person. We will provide all materials and mentorship to help volunteers deliver the program effectively.  Volunteers will be subject to a background check.  Please visit Register To Volunteer Here for more details.

While we work in our efforts for the university to help us to provide menstrual products in every restroom of the school, we will maintain with distributions.

Time and location will be sent via email.

Menstrual products are being distributed by the Intersectional Feminist Student Organization with the collaboration of RGV Youth Democratics Socialists of America (YDSA).

For more information (Edinburg Campus), you can contact Cindy Ximena Ruiz, cindy.ruizzamudio01@utrgv.edu

Meetings are held every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM.

While we work in our efforts for the university to help us to provide menstrual products in every restroom of the school, we will maintain with distributions.

Time and location will be sent via email.

Menstrual products are being distributed by the Intersectional Feminist Student Organization.

For more information (Brownsville Campus), you can contact Kylie Torres, kylie.torres01@utrgv.edu

Help us promote sexual health and healthy relationships in our community.

As a volunteer, you are not just a helper but an integral part of our team. Your role in our education and outreach efforts, whether it's labeling brochures, bundling condoms, creating promotional buttons, or organizing supplies, is invaluable and greatly appreciated. 

Most volunteer work is done at our administration office, 916 E. Hackberry, Suite A, McAllen, Monday through Friday. We also offer limited volunteer opportunities to help staff with outreach at the UTRGV Edinburg campus; please let us know by email if you are interested.

Email Volunteers@AccessClinics.org to set your schedule. We must have your name and time commitment on our calendar before you come in, as we cannot accept walk-in volunteers. 

Access Esperanza Clinics is the largest and oldest sexual and reproductive health agency along the South Texas border. We're 60 years strong and serve over 15,000 adults and teens annually. We offer health check-ups, birth control, STD testing/treatment, and other preventive health services. Most patients pay little to nothing for their care. For more information about our work, visit our website or find us on Instagram@AccessClinics.  

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Brownsville! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Pharr! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Pharr! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Floorball Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Floorball Competition at the UTRGV Edinburg Campus! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Pharr! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Pharr! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Volunteer for Special Olympics Texas 2025 Area Bowling Competition!

Join us for the 2025 Area Bowling Competition at Main Event in Pharr! We need volunteers to help make this event a success and support our athletes.

Volunteer Roles:

Work together under the supervision of the Community Outreach Coordinator to help create our 2025 Charity Gala Event.

Volunteers needed to help create and coordinate an events fundraiser such as a fishing tournament or charity gala. If you have an interest in community outreach, marketing, events coordination, please consider joining our volunteer events coordination team. 

Store/Warehouse hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Come to our warehouse and help us sort and organize donated goods for our Family Store. Tasks include unloading donated goods from donors' vehicles, carrying boxes, and sorting.

Filled out volunteer forms Volunteer - McAllen Corps (salvationarmy.org)

www.salvationarmymcallen.org
www.facebook.com/salvarmymcallen

www.twitter.com/salarmymcallen

The Community Council of the Rio Grande Valley is looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with emergency and disaster-related calls. We provide all necessary equipment, and mileage to the site will be reimbursed.

As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in our mission to connect individuals with essential resources and services. You’ll work in an office setting and receive comprehensive training before responding to any calls. Notably, training hours count as volunteer hours.

Your tasks may include answering calls and chats, as well as preparing outreach materials for our communities. We offer flexible hours with no set date or time, allowing you to contribute in a way that fits your schedule. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need!

Volunteer with Us!

We at the Nueva Luz Foundation always welcome volunteers to donate their time and energy to support our cause. We value and highly appreciate your contribution to our organization.

Mobile App Development

If you are interested, please let us know. Our team will keep you updated on what we’re doing and all the upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support.

The Nueva Luz Foundation

As we plan to support people and communities across Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina ahead of the inclement weather approaching this week we need all the support we can get, and that's including you!

Your neighbors may need your help in coming days, please fill out this form to let us know how you want to support and we will fast track your volunteer application.

https://forms.office.com/r/d7dP48UJLg

There will be a shelter training October 12, 2024

9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Lunch provided)

6914 W. Expy 83, Harlingen, TX 78552

The Red Cross takes care of all travel expenses.

Thank you!

American Red Cross

This training opportunity is open to volunteers that would like to serve in American Red Cross shelters. 

The Red Cross is offering a 4-hour shelter training for those interested in becoming Shelter Volunteers. Join fellow Texans and prepare to support victims of disaster in Red Cross Shelters. Your help can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

Volunteer in nonprofit organization and assisting with:

Skills needed:

Requirements:

Volunteer with Us!

We at the Nueva Luz Foundation always welcome volunteers to donate their time and energy to support our cause. We value and highly appreciate your contribution to our organization.

Public Administration

If you are interested, please let us know. Our team will keep you updated on what we’re doing and all the upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support.

The Nueva Luz Foundation

Volunteer with Us!

We at the Nueva Luz Foundation always welcome volunteers to donate their time and energy to support our cause. We value and highly appreciate your contribution to our organization.

Business Administration

If you are interested, please let us know. Our team will keep you updated on what we’re doing and all the upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support.

The Nueva Luz Foundation

Volunteer with Us!

We at the Nueva Luz Foundation always welcome volunteers to donate their time and energy to support our cause. We value and highly appreciate your contribution to our organization.

Community Engagement

·         Coordination of community outreach events and activities.

·         Correspondence and meetings with stakeholders in the community.

·         Data collecting during input-gathering sessions with stakeholders.

·         Data reporting, analysis, and synthesis for presentations to staff and community stakeholders.

·         Attendance and participation at staff meetings to develop community engagement strategies.

If you are interested, please let us know. Our team will keep you updated on what we’re doing and all the upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support.

The Nueva Luz Foundation

As we plan to support people and communities across Texas and Louisiana ahead of the inclement weather approaching the gulf coast this week we need all the support we can get, and that's including you! 

See the link below: Complete the RC application below:

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level. The following are requirements:  

1. Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. 2). Comfortable using and learning new technology; 3) Commitment to use RC and RC respond system as needed; 4) Able to prioritize multiple task in complex; 5) Must be 18 years or older; 6) strong written and verbal communication skills; 7) ability to speak clearly on the phone; 8) Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies

A front office clerk in your organization will be responsible for greeting and welcoming visitors, assisting with the making of applications, and communicating with the team when someone arrives to see them or their specific service.

Whatever your availability or experiences, you can join other volunteer grassroots advocates in making Alzheimer's policy a priority by writing, calling, emailing or visiting government officials. You may Become An Advocate

Create a safe environment for caregivers of people living with dementia to share their feelings and experiences.  Please visit To Volunteer Register Here. These groups are non-clinical support groups. The meetings are about an hour and are held monthly.

Attend local community events, raise awareness of the Association's programs, provide basic information and connect people to services. Volunteers are subject to a background check. Please visit Register To Volunteer Here. Opportunities may be scheduled indoors or outdoors and at various times of the day.

Calling all creative minds! We need a volunteer to design a logo for our nonprofit. Work on your own schedule, using your own tools. Help us create a visual identity that will amplify our mission. Join us in making a difference—let's get started today!

The Volunteer Outreach Specialist supports community engagement by preparing outreach materials, setting up and attending events, and providing office assistance. They create impactful communication materials, coordinate logistics for events, and engage directly with the community to promote volunteer opportunities. This role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and a passion for community involvement. The Specialist collaborates with team members and builds relationships with stakeholders to ensure successful outreach efforts align with organizational goals. Overall, they play a vital role in fostering connections and promoting the organization's mission through active community outreach.

Tutoring can range from English, math, science, and many more subjects. Students will range from young elementary age to adults seeking further education. 

Who said volunteering can't be fun? We encourage our tutors to be creative with activities and have fun while they are here.

We are open weekdays from 9 am - 4 pm.

Contact volunteer@lppshelter.org if you need/want any more information.

We are looking for people who know ASL or are ASL teachers who want to volunteer their time to help us learn common phrases in ASL as well as communicate to our clients who want to learn ASL.

- You would help make La Posada a more inclusive non-profit

- You would help us communicate to clients who use ASL

- You would help teach our client who wants to learn ASL to communicate while being in the United States

La Posada Providencia welcomes all volunteers!

We have activities ranging from sorting clothing, garden work, teaching, and fun client-driven activities.

We like to have fun while volunteering, so if anyone wants to bring in an idea for an activity, you are more than welcome!

La Posada accepts short-term and long-term volunteers. If you need a specific number of hours for a course, let us know and we can work with you.

Open hours are Weekdays from 9 am - 4 pm and Weekdays on availability.

Contact us if you have any questions at volunteer@lppshelter.org

Come join us!

Come to our Soup Kitchen and help us feed individuals and families in need. We could use your help prepping food, serving, and cleaning...

Kitchen hours:                   7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

We do need 3- 4 days advance notice that hours will be requested due to offsite locations.

Join Our Cat Posse: Volunteer with Cat Care at Petsmart!

Are you a cat lover with a heart for making a difference? We're looking for compassionate volunteers to join our Cat Care team at Petsmart!

Opportunity Details:
Availability: Sun, Tue, and Thur mornings
Time Commitment: Approximately 45 minutes to 1.5 hours (depending on the cats)
Location: Petsmart 7600 N 10th Bldg 200, McAllen, Tx 78504

What You'll Do:
As a Cat Care volunteer, you'll have the purr-fect opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our feline friends. Your responsibilities may include:

Feeding and Watering: Ensure our cats have fresh food and water to keep them happy and healthy.
Cleaning and Maintenance: Help maintain clean and comfortable living spaces for our cats by scooping litter boxes and tidying up their area.
Socialization: Spend quality time with our cats and kittens, providing love, attention, and enrichment activities to keep them happy and well-socialized.
Observation: Keep an eye out for any signs of illness or behavior changes and report them to our staff.

Why Volunteer?

Make a Difference: Your time and care directly improve the lives of shelter cats, helping them feel loved and supported until they find their forever homes.
Feline Friendships: Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of spending time with cats and kittens, forming special bonds that warm your heart.
Rewarding Experience: Experience the joy of seeing shy cats come out of their shells and playful kittens grow into confident companions.

How to Get Involved:
Interested in becoming a Cat Care volunteer? We'd love to have you join our team! To get started, simply sign-up via Engagement Zone then reach out to us for more details and to schedule your first day.

Let's make every day a cat-tastic day for our furry friends at Petsmart!

 **A Current Volunteer Shirt may be required and attire restrictions apply. Please contact us for more info**

Special Olympics Texas has created a Virtual Platform for continued engagement, which has grown over the past months, since the pandemic began. We are in search of individuals who are interested to become a part of the virtual team for us, whether it is through building content, sharing ideas, or joining out virtual training team.

If interested, in any of the opportunities above, please reach out to the SOTX - Rio Grande Valley Area Staff, ytrinidad@sotx.org or lgarza@sotx.org. We would greatly welcome anyone wanting to become engaged with our Virtual Programming.

The Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights is looking for volunteer Child Advocates. We are in need of bilingual, Spanish speaking, volunteers in the McAllen, Edinburg, Brownsville, Harlingen, and Corpus Christi, TX and surrounding areas.

Make a difference in the life of an unaccompanied immigrant child by volunteering to serve as a Child Advocate. A Child Advocate is an adult who volunteers to spend time with and advocate on behalf of an individual unaccompanied immigrant child while he or she is subject to deportation proceedings. We get to know prospective volunteers through an initial screening interview, an application and reference check, and at the required two-day training. Once assigned to an individual child, each Child Advocate receives continuing training, support, and supervision from the Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights.

As a Child Advocate, you commit to:

Volunteer Requirements: 

- Must be 21 yrs +

- Be bilingual, preferably in Spanish

- Be able to commit to weekly visits, as needed for on average 3 months.

- Be able to submit & pass state and federal background checks

- Vaccinated against COVID-19 (for in-person visits)

We will be having a 2-day trainings volunteers can attend:

Saturday October 26th & Sunday October 27th from 9am-3:30pm

If you would like to learn more about the Young Center's work and the volunteer Child Advocate role visit https://www.theyoungcenter.org/volunteer-at-the-young-center or email LMurray@theyoungcenter.org

  Hello, just looking for some help on Editing a book if possible.  Thank You! 

Disaster Health Services (DHS) Service Associate (SA) is a temporary position assigned to work in person before, during and/or after a disaster event this hurricane/wildfire season. Volunteers in this role provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents as needed.

FREE CEU'S AVAILABLE FOR COMPLETING TRAINING

Red Cross volunteers who take on in-person volunteer activities must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Virtual opportunities available for those who are not vaccinated or who do not wish to complete the documentation process.

Time Commitment:

Hours vary depending on meetings, training sessions, and/or responses at the local chapter.

Qualifications:

Active and unencumbered licensure in at least one of the following:

Every day, the Red Cross responds to an average of 7fires a day in the Texas Gulf Coast. These fires are responded to by teams of volunteers who go and meet the family, within 2 hours, any time night or day.

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

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

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership - 

Functional - 

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

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

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

Key Responsibilities

To join the Red Cross, follow this link: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=761&h=172&p=122023 

The role of you - the Sheltering Volunteer - is to serve as a member of a temporary work unit on a disaster relief operation to successfully complete their assigned areas of responsibility on a disaster relief operation. They ensure safe sheltering at a single shelter throughout the cycle of the disaster.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers are invited to come to the STJDA Office located at 313 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM to help with a variety of tasks that help support the organization. No experience necessary. Everyone is welcome. 

Become a part of our family! Harbor Hospice of McAllen is looking for volunteers to provide services to our patients and their families. We provide services and have volunteer needs in Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy and Starr counties.

Share your special gifts with someone in need!
Patient & Family Care can look like any of the below:
- Bereavement Support
- Bilingual support
- Caregiver relief
- Companionship support
- Household helper
- Pet therapy
- Music therapy
- Clerical/office support
- Phonecalls to patients

Do you want to help create a more humane society for all animals? Check out our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader opportunity!

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders are at the forefront of our work to advance priority federal, state and local animal protection policies. These efforts serve to advance humane priorities across all 435 congressional districts and thousands of state legislative districts across the nation. Please join our team! To learn more, review our Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad here: www.humanesociety.org/policyvolunteer

Humane Policy Volunteer Leader responsibilities:

Benefits of becoming a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader

The Humane Policy Volunteer Leader program is the first, largest and most effective animal protection policy volunteer program of its kind in the nation. HSUS volunteers are essential partners in our lifesaving work for all animals and are an integral part of this community of compassionate individuals, all of whom are deeply committed to advancing humane public policies for all animals.

Humane Policy Volunteer Leaders will become highly skilled in the rapidly growing animal protection movement, receiving advanced training and ongoing support. You will receive an orientation on our policies and programs as well as access to support and resources not provided to the public, including:

As a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, you will develop skills in public policy advocacy, networking, leadership and strategic thinking, and have the opportunity to share your expertise and experiences with community members. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to be an effective animal advocate, gain in-depth knowledge about the HSUS’s priority issues and deepen your understanding of the policy process and political landscape at the federal level, as well as in your specific state.

Apply Today!

If you've read the Humane Policy Volunteer Leader ad and feel the position would be a good fit for your skills and commitment level, here’s how to take the next steps:

If you would like to learn more or have questions about this volunteer program, please email us or call 301-721-6405.