Needs From: Baltimore County Volunteers

Camp St. Vincent Volunteer with Camp St. Vincent and help children experiencing homelessness have a fun summer! Volunteer camp counselors help facilitate activities like yard games, pool time, field trips, and academic-enrichment activities.   

Date: June 16 – August 8

Location: Patterson Park

Perfect for: High school students looking to gain service-learning learning hours

Minimum age to volunteer: this opportunity is for youth aged 15-19

Volunteer Commitment: a minimum of 2 weeks (please see volunteer application for details)

To learn more about Camp St. Vincent, please visit: Camp St. Vincent - St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore

To apply to volunteer: Camp St. Vincent Volunteer Application 2025

The administrative responsibilities include a commitment and understanding of the mission of Touch4Life, ability to schedule events and meetings for the team, organize the calendar and communicate both verbally and written to donors, volunteers and constituents. The volunteer is this role needs to be organized and good with time management and responsive to communications.

Responsibilities:

● Organize calendar for events and team

● Support with logistics

● Schedule meetings and prepare agendas

● Complete other administrative tasks as needed

Team leadership Qualifications:

● Commitment to the Organization

● Confidentiality and Development

● Forging Positive Relationships

● Strong verbal and written communication skills

● Proficient in basic computer software

MdVLA strives to connect Maryland's creative community with dedicated attorneys. Our clients do everything from write fiction to make music. They need lawyers like you: lawyers who will fight to protect their rights. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting way to do pro bono work and gain new legal experiences, volunteer with MdVLA!

Important: MdVLA volunteer attorneys must be licensed to practice law in Maryland. Those barred in a state besides Maryland can gain special authorization to conduct pro bono legal services with MdVLA.

We are seeking volunteers to teach people who do not communicate verbally the basics of ASL in order to communicate their needs. The individuals needing instruction are hearing.

This opportunity is located at The Meaningful Day Program, 2520 Pot Spring Rd, Timonium MD 21093 anytime Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm.  

SHIP - State Health Insurance Assistance program provides free, unbiased help to Medicare-eligible beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. Whether you are new to Medicare, reviewing Medicare plan options, or have questions about how to use your Medicare, SHIP can help.

What We Do – Baltimore County’s SHIP Program Provides Assistance

Baltimore County has 20 senior centers located throughout the county as well as 1 virtual center. These centers offer many activities to engage the mind, increase health and wellbeing, connect to the community, travel the world and meet new friends. 

Volunteering at a senior center allows you to share your professional or personal skills in a rewarding work environment. Each year, over 2,200 individuals volunteer in County senior centers. As nonprofits, volunteers are critical to senior center operation.

There are a wide range of volunteer opportunities available, including those in:

The Baltimore County Home Team Program offers weekly friendly in-home and telephone visits to eligible older adults who lack social supports and are at risk of social isolation. Volunteers and program participants engage in friendly conversation or a shared mutual activity such as a game, craft activity or reminiscence.

Additionally, we offer the Food Agent program. This program helps older adults who are in need of supplemental food and who qualify for food pantry assistance. A volunteer picks up food from a partnering food pantry and delivers it to Home Team participants.

The Home Team program provides ongoing training and recognition to volunteers. This program reflects a caring sense of community by providing reassurance and security to older persons wishing to remain in their own homes. The program’s main focus is to foster a greater sense of independence, enhance the quality of life, create new friendships, and reduce socialized loneliness.

The pantry relies on volunteers for its weekly operation. Volunteers assist with unloading cases of donated goods; rotating and stocking shelves; repackaging, cleaning and providing customer service.

The pantry relies on volunteers for its weekly operation. Volunteers assist with unloading cases of donated goods; rotating and stocking shelves; repackaging, cleaning and providing customer service.

Why Volunteer?

Requirements:

How to Get Involved:

CASA of Baltimore County is in need of volunteers to serve as advocates, mentors, and role models for children in the foster care system. We provide the training and a supervisor to guide you. We ask for a minimum of a one-year commitment and estimate volunteers give approximately 5-10 hours per month. We develop a healthy consistent relationship; ensure that the child is receiving needed services; speak up for the child in court; and work with the team of individuals from the Department of Social Services, therapists, school teachers and guidance counselors, foster parents, birth parents, doctors, attorney and others. 

Be sure to check out our website to learn more about CASA and the important work we do.

Sort, size, and restock shelves in Clothing, Linens, Household, Baby or Yard Sale Department Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 9:30 am to noon or 12:30 pm to 3 pm.

Requires a commitment of at least 2.5 hours per week.

Our Cosplayers, or "Causeplayers," are anyone wearing a superhero costume during SSI missions.

They must:

- Only wear and use SSI approved cosplay/accessories that they provide

- Maintain cosplay/character integrity by staying in character and keeping their identity secret

- Interact appropriately with your teammates and the children/families/nonprofits that we support

- Represent SSI positively in all interactions

- Follow safety protocols, including social distancing when required

- Adhere to SSI/HIPAA privacy and confidentiality standards

- Attend at least 4 events per year

Photographers for Superhero Support Inc. include anyone who snaps a photo to document our missions. Photographers must:
- Capture authentic moments at events
- Maintain equipment (phone or camera) readiness
- Adhere to SSI/HIPAA privacy and confidentiality standards
- Upload all photos to designated platforms within one week of the event
- Attend at least 4 events per year
- Be supportive of our costumed frontline volunteers
- Interact appropriately with your teammates and the children/families/nonprofits that we support
- Represent SSI positively in all interactions

The BHS Spay-Neuter Center is looking for volunteers to assist with patient monitoring* during and after spay-neuter surgical procedures of dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs.  We need reliable and consistent volunteers that can commit to at least one shift Monday- Friday from 9:30am-2:00pm.

Responsibilities include:

·        Assisting with patient preparation for surgery- correct placement of all respiratory, cardiovascular and temperature monitoring devices

·        Observing surgery and being available for the surgeon if they need anything during the surgical procedure.

·        Monitoring the respiratory rate, heart rate, temperature, and depth of anesthesia of animal patients while undergoing spay-neuter surgery

·        Monitoring these same patients as they recovery from anesthesia and surgery

NOTE- The volunteer will not be permitted to perform any part of the actual surgical procedure

NOTE- A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and/or a Licensed Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) will be present to supervise all responsibilities performed

Position requires…

§  Ability to stand for up to 6 hours

§  Ability to bend, squat, and kneel comfortably

§  Good hearing and vision

§  Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

§  Comfortable working with dogs and cats

§  Ability to tolerate the sight of blood and internal organs during the surgical procedures

§  Ability to tolerate dealing with animal vomit, urine, and feces if necessary

§  Ability to remain calm during surgical procedures that could involve rare, stressful emergency situations

*Training will be provided

VERY IMPORTANT- This volunteer must be capable and committed to learning new things, showing up to their shift on time, and having an excellent attendance record. 

Hours:  Commitment: Just Thursdays and Fridays from 9:30am-2:00pm

Primary Contact: Volunteer Coordinator at BHS volunteer@bmorehumane.org

Baltimore Humane Society’s Spay-Neuter Center

This volunteer position is not hands-on with animals but rather vital support to the Spay-Neuter Center’s daily needs in the areas of laundry, cage-cleaning, and surgical pack preparation. We need reliable and consistent volunteers that can commit to at least one shift Monday- Friday, for the 9am-12:30 shift or for the 12:30-4pm shift.

Responsibilities include:

·        Surgical Laundry (mostly surgery drapes and towels)

·        Cleaning Cages- “spot” cleaning  throughout day and “full” cage cleaning for end of day

·        Sweeping and Mopping the floors

·        Cleaning surgical instruments and sterilizing surgical packs

·        Preparing surgical scrub bins-Chlorhexidine Scrub (pink) and Chlorhexidine Solution (blue)

·        Wrapping surgical packs to prepare them for sterilization

·        Restocking supplies as necessary (paper towels, kitty litter, litter boxes, etc)

·        Preparing testing materials and flea prevention for use in the surgery dept

The volunteers would be doing a number of these tasks each time they work a shift.  Tasks may vary with each day and tasks may vary with the time of day that the volunteer is in the Spay-Neuter Center. 

Some of the tasks require that someone be able to squat and bend but in general, they do not require any heavy lifting or wrestling with animals.  Volunteers must be able to stand for for the duration of the 3.5 hour shifts.

Hours:  Commitment: Just Fridays from 9am-12:30 or 12:30-4pm

Primary Contact:   Volunteer Coordinator at BHS volunteer@bmorehumane.org

The Goucher Prison Education Partnership (GPEP) offers individuals incarcerated in Maryland the opportunity to pursue an outstanding Goucher College education. GPEP offers Goucher College courses on-site at two prisons as well as all necessary resources for student success, including access to skilled academic tutors.

GPEP is seeking Spanish tutors interested in supporting college students in introductory and intermediate college Spanish. Please indicate interest here or reach out to derek.borowsky@goucher.edu to learn more or get started!

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Our Materials Management (Supply Chain) Team is on the hunt for passionate volunteers to help keep our hospital running smoothly and our units ready to heal!

Dog Kennel Cleaners and Assistants: 

We take up to two volunteers daily to assist our kennel staff is cleaning our dog kennel. This include dishes, laundry, scrubbing, bending at the waist to make beds, and hauling a water can of water to fill water bowls.  

Wet work. I suggest rain boots or water resistant footwear with a good grip.  

10:00AM -12:00PM

*training offered via video on your volunteer account once your account is activated with us. 

Intake Assistants: 

We take one volunteer daily to assist our intake staff is cleaning our intake kennel. This include dishes, laundry, scrubbing, bending at the waist to make beds, and hauling a water can of water to fill water bowls.  

Wet work. I suggest rain boots or water resistant footwear with a good grip.  

10:00AM -12:00PM

*training offered via video on your volunteer account once your account is activated with us. 

Cat Cage Cleaners:

We take up to two volunteers daily to assist our staff in cleaning and feeding out cat residents.  This job has the most rules and steps of any cleaning job here.  You must be able to bend and use a stool or step ladder.

9:30AM-12:00PM

*training offered via video on your volunteer account once your account is activated with us. 

How to Apply to Volunteer With Us: 

The Woodmoor Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Woodmoor invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

We are looking for Program Associates: professional experts in different fields to assist students with weekly learning projects for the S.M.A.R.T. Academic Enrichment After-school Program and the BRIDGES Teen Girls Mentoring Program. We aim to expose students to real-world applications and connect with experts to foster critical thinking skills and encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. By engaging with professionals in various fields, students will gain hands-on experience and insights that bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world challenges, preparing them for future success in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Kitchen helpers typically arrive each Sunday about 11:30 and work for 2 to 4 hours.  They assist with preparing and serving a community meal, some stocking and some cleaning.  

Ombudsman is an advocacy program established by the Older Americans Act and Maryland law to protect the rights and promote the well-being of long-term care (LTC) residents in facilities like nursing homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and continuing care retirement communities (CCRC).

What We Do – The Baltimore County Ombudsman Program

Ombudsman Volunteers

The joy, the pride, the excitement—you can see it all in a child’s smile as they experience a new story. If you’re ready to empower Baltimore city students and support moments like these, become a volunteer tutor with Reading Partners! We are no longer accepting applications for this school year but next year awaits your impact! No prior teaching experience is needed to become a tutor, simply a little over an one hour of your time each week and a positive attitude. We’ll prepare you with an in-depth training orientation, cover the cost of your in-person background check, and provide all lesson materials and support for your tutoring sessions.

To learn more and get started, visit readingpartners.org/volunteer-baltimore/

Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences. Community Educators:

Happy Helpers for the Homeless is looking for an individual with media editing skills to help create short videos (2-5 minutes) about our service to those facing homelessness.

The responsibilities include:
-Taking videos and pictures on Saturdays and/or Sundays of our food basket preparation and distribution
-Editing
-Adding music and voiceovers
-Finalizing a polished video.

We are also happy to send pictures and videos if an in-person visit is not feasible.

Our headquarters in located at 1550 Caton Center Drive Halethorpe, MD 21227. 

For more information, please email laurenejonas@gmail.com 

Get ready to make a difference in the lives of thousands of Marylanders! By becoming a volunteer tax preparer, you have the opportunity to help taxpayers save money and avoid costly preparation fees. Attend high-quality, free education sessions to become proficient in tax preparation and law, empowering yourself, your family, and friends to navigate tax returns more effectively. Absolutely no tax preparation background is required! Learn more about your community by assisting at tax sites and develop meaningful connections with other volunteers, community partners, and clients!

Make sure to sign up for the mandatory training in January 2025 to take advantage of this rewarding opportunity!

Work with our job-seeking clients to guide them through the online job search and application process. Assist clients in the computer lab with basic computer tasks and activities such as using Microsoft Word, navigating job search engines, filling out online job applications, typing documents, and using e-mail service.

Requirements:

Volunteer helping MND's job-seeking clients look and feel confident, comfortable, and professional during their job search process. As a volunteer, you will assist in maintaining our no-cost Clothing Boutique, organizing clothing donations, and styling clients with professional clothing.

Qualifications:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Availability:

Commit at least 2-4 hours between 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.
Consistent shifts are preferred but not required.

 The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) matches the interests of volunteers ages 55 and over with non-profit and local government agencies.  With more than 30 partnerships spread throughout Baltimore County, there is certain to be an opportunity that interests everyone: from mentoring children in the classroom, to providing friendly visits to older adults, to planting trees, and more.

Let RSVP help find the volunteer placement that best matches your skills, talents and experiences!

Reed's Rescue is seeking volunteers to transport our foster pups to and from vet appointments, dog sitters, events, etc. Dates and times vary. 

Reed's Rescue is looking for volunteers to help run our vendor tables at local events. Job includes selling t-shirts, handing out business cards, and talking to people about our mission! Dates and times TBD. Please reach out if you are interested and we will send you details!

Disaster Mental Health Services Team Members are essential to the Red Cross and our ability to respond across the country to large scale disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.  Events that impact entire communities.

This position requires that the volunteer hold a current, unencumbered professional license: LCSW, Psychiatric Nurses, Professional Counselors, School Counselor/Phycologist (Master's degree).

The purpose of the opportunity is to assist those impacted by disaster in their immediate needs regarding mental health care. Volunteers support the emotional health of individuals, families communities, and Red Cross workers through the use of disaster mental health interventions. 

Disaster Mental Health Services Team Members can also provide care for shelter clients locally or deployed to other regions during large scale disasters. A disaster mental health services deployment is for 10 days. 

Time Commitment:

During normal operations the time commitment is about 4 hours per month after initial training. For those who volunteer to support a large-scale disaster, the time commitment will increase and can be 8-10 hours per day, multiple days (10 days if they deploy to another region).

Purpose:  Save lives by installing smoke alarms and educating residents about home fire risk by providing home-safety checklists and creating home escape plans! The Red Cross responds to an average of more than 60,000 disasters, 90% are home fires. With partners, we are working to help reduce death and injuries from home fires in high-risk communities. Take the lead and join our Sound the Alarm program. Help people prepare for when disasters occur.

Responsibilities: As a Sound The Alarm Team Member, you will:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

The American Red Cross is looking for compassionate volunteers to support community blood drives. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. They may be a patient battling cancer or Sickle-Cell, an accident or burn victim, heart surgery or organ transplant patient.

The American Red Cross supplies 40 % of this country's blood supply. Blood Donor Ambassadors provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. They engage with the blood donor to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations.

Blood Donor Ambassadors:

Time Commitment:

Qualifications:

Application Instructions:

1. Create a Red Cross ID.

2. Complete all steps of the application including uploading photo ID, authorizing a background check, and reviewing wavier forms.

3. Respond to an email from the Volunteer Services team to set up a brief phone interview.

The American Red Cross is in need of Fleet Maintenance Volunteers.  These volunteers play an important role in keeping the American Red Cross rolling along and operating smoothly! Volunteers are needed to help maintain and track multiple vehicles kept at the Baltimore office (4700 Mt Hope Drive, Baltimore MD 21215). 

Responsibilities:

 Time Commitment:

Flexible schedule! 1-2 days per week on Monday-Fridays; 2-3 hours per day.

Qualification:

The American Red Cross seeks adult volunteers to serve as caseworkers, providing direct support to clients, helping veterans, active military and their families.

Caseworkers supporting military members and their families will: 

Qualifications:

- Provide excellent customer service both in face to face and phone settings
- Active listening skills
- Aptitude towards solving problems
- Comfortable working with diverse populations and maintaining a non-judgemental attitude
- Skilled in adapting to change, negotiating compromise, and tolerating ambiguity
- Ability to understand and respect the importance of client confidentiality
- Spanish language skills, preferred but not required

Time commitment varies with the volume of cases. 

Application Instructions:

1. Create a Red Cross ID.

2. Complete all steps of the application including uploading photo ID, authorizing a background check, and reviewing wavier forms.

3. Respond to an email from the Volunteer Services team to set up a brief phone interview

Your help is needed in the following ways:

In Our Own Voice Presenter for Youth & Young Adults

Role Description: NAMI Metro Baltimore's In Our Own Voice for Youth and Young Adults was created as
part of NAMI’s initiative to involve young individuals living with mental illness in our effort to educate
the general public about mental illness. The goal is to change the attitudes, preconceived notions and
stereotypes of what individuals living with mental illness look and act like. Presentations are given to
consumers, health care providers, law enforcement officials, faith communities, students, and any other
community organization that is interested in learning more about mental illness and recovery. The
presentation format includes viewing a NAMI video about mental illness, personal testimony from 2
IOOV volunteers, and time for questions from the audience. Presentations can be run in 40-, 60-, or 90-
minutes. Presenters receive a $30 stipend for their service.

Location: Presentations are held throughout Baltimore City and Baltimore County.
Reports to: Senior Director of Programs

Role Requirements:
▪ Young adult ages 18-26 with mental illness who is living well in recovery.
▪ Complete supplemental application to be an In Our Own Voice presenter.
▪ Experience in public speaking is helpful but not required; however, volunteers must be comfortable
speaking in front of groups.
▪ Complete 8-hour online portal training and 1-day NAMI training course.
▪ Current member of NAMI, or willingness to join.
▪ Complete a NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore Stipend Volunteer Agreement. Volunteers are responsible
for notifying the Volunteer Coordinator of changes to their IRS Form W-9 information on an annual
basis.
▪ Volunteer Commitment: Volunteers are kindly asked to commit to providing 1 presentation per month
for 1 year.
▪ Minimum Age: 18 years old.

Volunteer Responsibilities:
▪ Work cooperatively with a co-presenter to conduct the presentation which includes speaking about the
topics of dark days, acceptance, treatment, coping skills, and successes, hopes, and dreams.
▪ Volunteers are responsible for gathering materials needed for the event from the NAMI Metropolitan
Baltimore office. Excess materials should be returned after the event.
▪ Volunteers are required to complete a Reporting Form and collect Evaluations from audience members.
These items must be returned to the Outreach Coordinator within 1-week of the presentation.
▪ Volunteers are contacted on an as-needed basis to present. Volunteers are responsible for ensuring the
Senior Director of Programs knows their availability

Calling all history buffs, train enthusiasts, and engineers!  We are eager to find like-minded individuals who share the same passion for history or civic involvement and want to commit to preserving the story of American Railroading and the B&O!

Our Rail Operations team focuses on maintaining the first mile commercial railroad made in the United States, in addition to support our Train Rides for patrons. Training for all equipment, safety procedures, and rail work will be provided. Volunteers with experience in landscaping is a plus, but not required.  Projects are all led by certified and trained professionals, providing a unique experience to support the American Railroading history with weekly hands-on assignments.

Rail Operations Volunteers will:

-assist with ongoing projects across the Museum campus, such as cleaning train cars, track work, or turn table demonstrations.

-contribute to preserving our historic 1 mile of railroad track

-gain engineering and rail operations experience

-receive full training for other opportunities and licenses such as train conductor.

Most volunteers commit to one shift per week. While we encourage and prefer a weekly commitment, the minimum requirement to volunteer for most roles is one 5-hour shift per month for a year.

Have you always wanted a dog but don’t have the time commit or travel too much? Here is your chance to take in a dog for a short stay! Volunteer to be a pet sitter or doggy hotel for when Reed’s Rescue foster parents have a vacation or need someone to watch their current foster pup! All supplies included. This position may be at your home or the foster home depending on preference and situation. Also, it may include a dog walk during the day if needed for a working potty break.

As a volunteer in the Mediation Unit, your primary responsibility will be mediating complaints involving a variety of consumer issues. You will be assigned your own cases and work with your supervisor to analyze the information, develop mediation strategies, and communicate with businesses, consumers, and other parties in an effort to reach a resolution to those complaints.

The complaints may include issues such as landlord/tenant disputes, auto repair and sales matters, or problems involving general retail sales. Your work will be directly supervised by a mediation supervisor. You may also be trained to answer our consumer hotline.

This is an in-person volunteer opportunity. The Office of the Attorney General requires a minimum time commitment of two days per week, five hours per day, and we require at least a six-month commitment with respect to volunteers.

Our main office is located in downtown Baltimore with access to Light Rail, Metro, bus, and MARC lines and we have a branch office in Prince George’s County. All work is done in person and we offer free parking in addition to a $20/day stipend. 

Feed your community by volunteering to pack meals with Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland! Serve homebound individuals and ensure they receive nutritious meals every day. Volunteers are needed to pack meals at our Central Kitchen, 515 S Haven Street, Baltimore, MD 21224. There are packing shifts Monday through Saturday, and we pack more than 30,000 meals a week.

This opportunity requires volunteers to stand for 3 hours, do activities that require lifting, reaching, and bending continuously, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Teens 14 to 17 years old can volunteer with a liability waiver. If you're interested in this opportunity, please complete a volunteer application to get started: http://mowcm.mowscheduler.com/volunteerapplication. Or e-mail volunteer@mowcm.org or call 443-573-0925 to learn more. You can make a difference in the life of a homebound neighbor!

Help your neighbor get the necessary groceries they need to remain aging in place. Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland needs volunteers to help with our Grocery Assistance program in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Volunteers are matched to a homebound individual and work closely with their client to schedule shopping trips, prepare grocery lists, and help put the groceries away. Volunteers do not take the client to the store, but they have a Meals on Wheels credit card and the client’s shopping list to shop on their behalf.

Each shopping trip averages 1 – 3 hours. The volunteer commitment for this program is at least nine months, and a strong sense of financial responsibility is required. If you're interested in this opportunity, please complete a volunteer application to get started: http://mowcm.mowscheduler.com/volunteerapplication

Or e-mail volunteer@mowcm.org or call 443-573-0925 to learn more. You can make a difference in the life of a homebound neighbor!

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to homebound individuals in their community! Delivering meals to homebound neighbors ensures that our clients can remain aging in place. We are looking for volunteers to deliver meals to the residents of Randallstown, Essex, Dundalk, Towso, Cockeysville and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Volunteers pick up meals in Baltimore County and deliver to apartment buildings and private residences in the local neighborhoods. We deliver Monday through Friday, starting at 10:30 am and routes typically take an hour and a half to complete. Volunteers can help as much as every week or volunteer as they are available as a substitute delivery driver.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please complete a volunteer application to get started:

http://mowcm.mowscheduler.com/volunteerapplication

Or e-mail volunteer@mowcm.org or call 443-573-0925 to learn more. 

Disaster Health Services Team Members are essential to the Red Cross and our ability to respond across the country to large scale disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.  Events that impact entire communities.

This position requires that the volunteer hold a current, unencumbered professional license: (RN, LPN, EMT, MD, DO, PA, PN, APRN)

The purpose of the opportunity is to assist those impacted by disaster in their immediate needs regarding health care: help replace medications, medical equipment, or supplies lost to the disaster, provide education, and conduct health assessments to determine if a higher level of care is needed.

Disaster Health Services Team Members can also provide hands on care for shelter clients locally or deployed to other regions during large scale disasters. A disaster health services deployment is for 10 days. 

Time Commitment: During normal operations the time commitment is about 4 hours per month after initial training. For those who volunteer to support a large-scale disaster, the time commitment is 8-12 hours per day, multiple days (10 days if they deploy to another region).

Administrative assistants volunteer in GPEP's office at Goucher College. Administrative assistants support with a variety of tasks including communication with partners, requisition and inventory of supplies, community engagement, and more.

The Winfield Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Winfield invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Shady Spring Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Shady Spring invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Scotts Branch Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Scotts Branch invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Mars Estates Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Mars Estates invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Lansdowne Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Lansdowne invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Cockeysville Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Cockeysville invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Hillendale Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Hillendale invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

The Dundalk Recreation Activity Center (RAC) offers programs and activities in athletics, drop-in play, art, health and wellness, multicultural enrichment, nature and youth development.

Dundalk invites volunteers for all kinds of activities. Please review the volunteer Web page and contact the RAC staff for more information.

We understand that having a loved one in the hospital can be difficult for a family. This home away from home is designed specifically for families facing short-term or extended stays while their loved one receives rehabilitative care.

Patients respond better to treatment when their loved ones are near during in the recovery process. The Hackerman-Patz House makes this possible for all families.

We'd love to give the families staying in our guest house some home cooking. Meals should be made ahead of time and dropped off at the house.  Families will be able to reheat food in our microwave or toaster oven.  We also have a crock pot in which we can keep soup or other food.

Numbers of guests vary but we typically have 10-12 family  members in house.

Please reach out to Hackerman-Patz House manager, Laurel Gaffney, to schedule a meal delivery date.  This is a great project for a youth group, date night, family or church group to do together.

Laurel Gaffney

Manager

Hackerman-Patz House

410-448-7388

We understand that having a loved one in the hospital can be difficult for a family.  This home away from home is designed specifically for families facing short-term or extended stays while their loved one receives rehabilitative or medical care.

Patients respond better to treatment when their loved ones are near during the recovery process. The Hackerman-Patz House makes this possible for all families.  The following items will help enhance the service we provide to these families:

University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute has been serving the Baltimore community for over 120 years as a provider of orthopedic surgery and the largest inpatient rehabilitation hospital and provider of rehabilitation services in the state of Maryland.

Volunteer Opportunities: Come explore a variety of fulfilling roles at our hospital in therapy, patient support, special events and more.

Benefits of Volunteering:

How to Get Involved:

Contact Us: For any additional information or assistance, feel free to contact our volunteer manager Laurel Gaffney at 410-448-7388 or laurel.gaffney@umm.edu

Are you passionate about making a difference? Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare and support to our community by becoming a valued volunteer at UM Capital Region Health.

Why Volunteer with Us: At UM Capital Region Health, volunteers play a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of our community. By volunteering, you not only contribute to the health and happiness of others but also gain valuable experience, build connections, and make a positive impact on lives.

Volunteer Opportunities: Explore a variety of fulfilling roles, both clinical and non-clinical, that cater to your interests and skills. Whether you're assisting patients, supporting administrative tasks, or engaging in community outreach, there's a perfect role waiting for you.

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What Volunteers Say: "Volunteering at UM Capital Region Health has been an incredibly rewarding experience. I've not only grown personally and professionally but have also witnessed the positive impact we make on the lives of others." - Noah

Contact Us: For any additional information or assistance, feel free to contact our volunteer coordinator, Wanda Harper-Howard, at umcaptialregionvolunteer@umm.edu or 240-677-1057.

Join us in making a difference. Your dedication can change lives!

We are currently seeking volunteers to support our in-person 'Here to Play' volunteer program at medical facility partners across the county. You can view more details about the program here: https://projectsunshine.org/here-to-play

Application: If you are interested in volunteering, please submit your information through Volunteer Match or apply on our website at https://projectsunshine.org/community-volunteer-application

Please email volunteer@projectsunshine.org if you have any questions.

In Person Volunteering: 

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Whether it is watching the smile on a child’s face grow when they yell 'BINGO!’ or seeing them use their brilliant imagination by bringing a ceramic animal to life, Project Sunshine volunteers get a unique experience brightening the lives of children who are going through hard times. 

We are seeking compassionate hearts to donate clothes, food , toys, or anything not needed that’s in stables condition. To donate please contact Tierra G. Via email at hushwellness@aol.com or at 301 241 0649. Thank you in advance!!!!

Give A Blessing To Get A Blessing!! ❤️❤️

Help Is Help Them!!!

The Family Science Night program is part of the Maryland Science Center’s outreach programs.  Family Science Nights take place during after school time in elementary and middle schools across the state of Maryland. Volunteers of this program facilitate hands-on STEM activities for students and their family members. These 2-hour long events take place on Tuesdays, Wednesday, or Thursdays depending on the bookings received.

Inside Out Mentoring Program, Inc. is a non profit organization that provides academic tutoring and life skills coaching to middle and high school students. Our program seeks to address the achievement and opportunity gap for underserved youth and offers support to help students recover academically from the pandemic. We offer hybrid options. Students can choose to have a virtual coach or an in person coach.

We provide mentorship throughout the academic school year and provide life skills coaching to help students navigate a post pandemic world to help them become successful and independent adults. Additionally, we offer PSAT, SAT, & Life Skills Workshops (interview skills, college apps, etc.)

We are seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers who seek to offer academic support and mentorship to students in minority groups who were greatly impacted by the pandemic. All volunteers must agree to have a background check and be able to commit for a minimum of two semesters.

For more information, please visit our website: www.livelifeinsideout.org/becomeacoach.

Serious Inquiries Only: Please email info@livelifeinsideout.org

Inside Out Mentoring Program, Inc. is a non profit organization that provides academic tutoring and life skills coaching to middle and high school students. Our program seeks to address the achievement and opportunity gap for underserved youth and offers support to help students recover academically from the pandemic.

We provide mentorship throughout the academic school year and provide life skills coaching to help students navigate a post pandemic world to help them become successful and independent adults. Additionally, we offer PSAT, SAT, & Life Skills Workshops (interview skills, college apps, etc.)

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Board Members who are seeking to support the mission and vision of our non profit organization. Financial commitment required. This volunteership will require approximately 1 hour a week of your time.

We are specifically seeking members who can assist with:

Student Recruitment
Grant Writing & Research
Social Media Engagement
Fundraising & Event Planning

Serious Inquiries Only: Please email info@livelifeinsideout.org

Complete this form to apply: https://forms.gle/ZPJ38rm2K7MuqZmr9

This opportunity is primarily 'administrative'---welcoming patients, helping patients check-in, escorting patients to exam rooms, making reminder appointment phone calls, making follow-up appointment phone calls, other duties as assigned.  

This opportunity is primarily 'administrative'---welcoming patients, helping patients check-in, escorting patients to exam rooms, making reminder appointment phone calls, making follow-up appointment phone calls, other duties as assigned.  

This opportunity is primarily 'administrative'---welcoming patients, helping patients check-in, escorting patients to exam rooms, making reminder appointment phone calls, making follow-up appointment phone calls, other duties as assigned.  

Work on a team to facilitate the running of The Shed, a maker space exhibit geared towards children in second grade and above. Interact with children, their families, and school groups as they learn by doing. Engage groups with fun, hands-on STEAM activities and support the daily operation of this makerspace.

Support guests as they learn through tinkering. Responsibilities include facilitating DIY activities with an emphasis on creativity and experimentation, as well as maintaining activity materials and the program space. Applicants should have basic tool skills and willingness to enthusiastically embrace a wide spectrum of making, from woodworking to papercraft to sewing. Prior experience in customer service and interaction with school-age children is highly desired.

Provided by The Shed staff

Two 4-hour shifts per month

Join us on the most exciting day of the month to help teach kids about science! Promotional days take place once a month and have additional special activities centered around a specific theme—like Bubble Days, Flight Fest, or Astro Adventure. Volunteers will work a station with an activity in 2.5 hour shifts.

Training for your assigned activity will be provided by the Marketing Assistant. You will always be trained before speaking to guests.

Promotional days take place on Saturdays or Sundays once a month, year-round. Shifts are typically available from either 11:30AM – 2PM or 2PM – 4:30PM.

Share your passion for all things astronomical by volunteering in the Crosby Ramsey Memorial Observatory, located on the rooftop of the Maryland Science Center. This position involves assisting Observatory Staff in running public programs. Volunteers will use a computer-controlled telescope to assist guests as they view the sun, moon, stars, planets and other astronomical events.

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Training: Will be provided by Observatory staff. You’ll learn how to run the 1927, 8″ Alvan Clark refracting telescope, as well as other telescopes at our disposal.

Schedule: Must be able to assist at least once a month for Friday evening or Saturday afternoon public viewing (more if you can). As with anything related to observing the sky, all Observatory volunteer shifts are weather dependent.

The Maryland Science Center is proud to be the home to the St. John Properties IMAX Theater. This five-story, 38 surround-sound speaker theater plays a variety of IMAX films. Volunteers are needed to ensure guests have the best IMAX experience possible.

Lobby ambassadors provide visitors with a warm welcome and are on hand to collect ticket stubs and answer questions. This is a great role for volunteers who are at ease interacting with the public and have excellent customer service skills.

Provided by Guest Services

4-hour shifts are available Wednesday-Sunday.

Two consistent 4-hour shifts per month, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

Help us keep the Maryland Science Center clean and safe for visitors and staff! Our housekeeping volunteers help us with light vacuuming, wiping down exhibit surfaces, and occasional mopping. Volunteers spend time on the floor in exhibits and must also present a positive impression to our guests while working in public spaces. A clean, hygienic space is more important than ever to help our guests feel safe while learning.

Provided by Guest Services

4-hour shifts are available Wednesday through Sunday.

Two consistent 4-hour shifts per month, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

The Marketing and Development Departments are looking for help with large group mailings. These volunteer positions are ideal for those wanting to contribute to the Maryland Science Center behind-the-scenes in a relaxed but hard-working atmosphere. Group mailing volunteers help the Maryland Science Center stay connected with its Members and Donors and, therefore, are vital to the Maryland Science Center’s continued success.

Provided by Marketing and Development staff

This is an on-going, as-needed position. Opportunities to volunteer are usually presented at least two weeks in advance. Generally, there is one large mailing per month, usually occurring on Wednesday mornings.

One 4-hour shift per month, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

Help the thousands of school children have the best field trip ever at the Maryland Science Center! Field Trip Ambassadors board arriving buses to greet students, teachers, and chaperones. They inform everyone of the Maryland Science Center’s guidelines, provide a brief overview of exhibits, and assist teachers/chaperones with the check-in process. Ability to provide information in a cheerful manner a must.

Provided by Guest Services

School year only, October-June. Shifts are available Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday mornings, 9am-12pm.

Two 3-hour shifts per month, from March – May 2022. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

Shop orientation and project guidelines provided by Exhibit Fabrication Team. Willing to teach skills listed above to anyone passionate about the Maryland Science Center!

Opportunities to volunteer usually occur between the hours of 9am and 5pm Wednesday – Sunday.

At least one 4-hour shift per week, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

4-hour shifts are available Wednesday-Friday.Minimum CommitmentAt least one 4-hour shift per week, for a minimum of six months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

Training for your assigned activity will be provided by the Marketing Assistant. You will always be trained before speaking to guests.

Adult (21+) events take place on Friday nights once a month, year round. Shifts are typically available from 6:30-10:30pm.

One 4-hour shift per month, for a minimum of three months. A willingness to volunteer for additional hours is always welcome!

As a Social Media Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Community 247’s Social Media strategy to increase our online presence and improve our marketing and engagement efforts. You will be working closely with the Marketing and Communications team.

As a Web Specialist, you are responsible for the content and images used on Community 247’s website. Working in partnership with Community 247’s Content Specialist, you will plan, research, write copy and edit the content of organization’s website. 

As a Web Editor, your main goal will be to produce high-quality web content that attracts an audience.

We are currently seeking volunteers with a compassionate heart to help distribute food and clothing to the homeless and less fortunate around the community.

We serve every Sunday.  Please contact Tierra G. Via email @ hushwellness@aol.com for specific details. 

Give a Blessing to Receive a Blessing!!! ❤️❤️

We are always looking to partner with student groups in addition to our on-going need for individual student volunteers. 

Student Volunteers serve as "Special Friends" for the people we support.  Students will be matched with an individual with whom they can visit and engage in recreational activities.  

Students may volunteer at 2520 Pot Spring Rd in Timonium or at one of our 46 group homes in the Baltimore metro area.  Students will be assigned on an individual basis.

Gallagher Services provides scholarships annually to up to two outstanding volunteers who are high school seniors.   

Packs and prepares client orders received through pantry, using pantry software. These orders are going to be delivered to our 2 satellite locations.

Packs and prepares client orders received through pantry, using pantry software. These orders are going to be delivered to our 2 satellite locations.

Helps our clients shop for groceries and assist them with putting their groceries in their car and getting their groceries checked out at the checkout line

Helps our clients shop for groceries and assist them with putting their groceries in their car and getting their groceries checked out at the checkout line

We have on-going needs for volunteers who can assist with an array of clerical duties including filing and data entry.  We also have a need for a back-up receptionist at our front desk.  Clerical volunteers must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and be detail oriented.

On site day programs run from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday at Gallagher Services Pot Springs Road location.  Volunteers will assist with day-to-day tasks and programming, including helping transport people and assisting with meals.

Visit with the people we serve in one of the 46 group homes in the Baltimore Metro area.  These visits can be social one on one visits or volunteers can choose to assist with activities involving all the residents of the household.

Visits may be virtual or in person.

We are looking for volunteers who would enjoy visiting our day programs or one of the group homes in the area with their pets.  All pets must be screened and have all appropriate paperwork on file before being allowed to visit.

We need help with removing the trash that accumulates in the boom.  Must be familiar with, and able to use a chainsaw.  Knowledge and ability to operate a skid steer a plus. 

Volunteer Ushers help welcome our patrons to our Downtown Theatre on Calvert Street. Duties for the downtown location include but are not limited to scanning tickets, showing patrons to their seats, handing out parking vouchers, and greeting our patrons as they arrive. Please visit www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com for a listing of showtimes and dates within each run.

Port Discovery is always looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our volunteer team! We are now accepting applications to volunteer with Port Discovery in a variety of roles. Volunteering at Port Discovery is perfect for people looking for a fun, positive environment where they can help children and families learn through play and have the Best Day Ever!

The Goucher Prison Education Partnership (GPEP) offers individuals incarcerated in Maryland the opportunity to pursue an outstanding Goucher College education. GPEP offers Goucher College courses on-site at two prisons as well as all necessary resources for student success, including access to skilled academic tutors.

GPEP is seeking critical reading and writing tutors interested in supporting college students in writing, humanities, and STEM courses. Please indicate interest here or reach out to derek.borowsky@goucher.edu to learn more or get started!

The Goucher Prison Education Partnership (GPEP) offers individuals incarcerated in Maryland the opportunity to pursue an outstanding Goucher College education. GPEP offers Goucher College courses on-site at two prisons as well as all necessary resources for student success, including access to skilled academic tutors.

GPEP is seeking math tutors interested in supporting students in college-preparatory and college level mathematics. Please indicate interest here or reach out to derek.borowsky@goucher.edu to learn more or get started!

Representative for Community Events

 Role Description: NAMI participates in community events, fairs, and festivals to introduce the organization, its mission, and its resources to the community at large. Events are held at sites such as universities, faith-based institutions, and community organizations.

Location: Events are held throughout Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Reports to: Volunteer & Outreach Manager

Role Requirements:

Apply today at www.namibaltimore.volunteerhub.com

NAMI Sharing Hope Facilitator

Role Description: NAMI Sharing Hope is a free safe space for people of Black/African Ancestry to have conversations about mental health and wellness. It was created by Black and Brown communities to give other Black and Brown communities a supportive and healing space in which they can be open about their struggles. NAMI Sharing Hope helps introduce these conversations through a three-part community conversation series grounded in the sharing of sacred stories and guided dialogue on mental wellness and support. We provide high-quality videos, facilitator guides, and other resources that you can use to organize community conversations rooted in sacred storytelling and ancestral wisdom. Facilitators will help prompt discussions about community needs and mental health challenges, as well as wellness and coping strategies. Separate segments are available for Families, Young People, and Community Leaders, and material can be adapted to diverse settings from churches to cafeterias to large celebrations, family gatherings, and more.

Location: Presentations are held throughout Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Reports to: Director of Signature Programs

Role Requirements: