Needs From: United Way Volunteer Connect

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Volunteer Program Assistant Volunteers play a vital behind-the-scenes role in strengthening the hospice volunteer program. By assisting the Volunteer Manager with administrative and coordination tasks, they help ensure volunteers are well-supported, organized, and ready to serve patients and families. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy supporting people, staying organized, and contributing to a meaningful healthcare mission in a professional office environment during standard business hours.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL JOB RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We're looking for volunteer navigators for this year's Project Homeless Connect on Friday, January 23, 2026!!

Navigators are advocates for homeless clients who participate in Project Homeless Connect. At Project Homeless Connect several hundred people who are identified as "homeless" will come to receive services such as legal assistance; employment resources; state identification cards; housing assistance; food stamp application; veteran resources; health assessments and education; mental health services; beauty and barber services; voter registration; distribution of hygiene items, clothing, coats, shoes, socks; and much more! Navigators act as "tour guides" and "advocates" through the many service areas.

This role is really important and can be very rewarding as you develop a partnership with your client. Navigators can make (or sadly, break) the event for an individual due to the treatment, care, and efficiency afforded by the relationship that is formed. It is important to treat all clients with dignity and respect.

To volunteer you must complete the following:

Please contact the USA Office of Community Engagement at communityengagement@southalabama.edu or 251-460-6116 if you have any questions or need assistance with the waiver and training packet.

Volunteers are needed to help with registration for Navigator and Health Assessment volunteers at this year's Project Homeless Connect, which provides a variety of services for homeless individuals and families in our community.

There are multiple shifts available for this event with start times at 6:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.

The day of the event, we'll meet at The Grounds (1035 Cody Rd. N., Mobile).

IMPORTANT:  All activity participants are required to sign two waivers, which will be available electronically when you "RESPOND" to this need. As you read and/or sign each page of the waiver packet, be sure to click the blue "SUBMIT PAGE AND PROCEED" button in the bottom left corner to save your edits and proceed to the subsequent page.

After you've electronically signed the waiver, click the blue RESPOND button for this Need a second time to complete your registration.  Navigators/volunteers are wearing RED shirts; most Health Clinic volunteers are wearing scrubs or lab coats. For registration, we'd suggest comfortable and warm clothes, given that it's January and the building can be a bit drafty. Due to COVID-19, all volunteers, staff, faculty, and clients are encouraged to wear a face mask at all times while indoors. N95 or KN95 masks are best if you’re not vaccinated.

Lunch will be available between 12 - 1:30 p.m.

Need help with audio/visual, along with live-streaming services at Overlook Presbyterian Church.

Hours are flexible.

Mainly on Sundays.

If you want to work directly with the dogs or cats start here :) 

This is a recorded orientation you can complete from home. After watching the video, please answer the three questions below and email your responses to me at Breanna.Callahan@mobilecountyal.gov

How many Animal Control Officers do we have?

What device do we sometimes use to move feral or scared cats?

What is the name of the brown dog (far right) on the “No Photo Zone” slides?

Once I receive your answers, I’ll send you the link to view and then you can sign up for available volunteer shifts that interact directly with animals.

For your first day at the shelter, bring a valid photo ID. You’ll receive your Volunteer Handbook, sign a waiver, and complete a quick 40-minute training at the start of your shift.

Thanks so much for supporting the animals—we’re excited to have you on board!

Orientation Video

The Arc of Clarke County is looking for volunteers with a "green thumb" or who love gardening, to volunteer in our greenhouse. 

Help us accept, organize, price, and sell items in our thrift store! Donations to the thrift store are dropped off consistently to be organized and set out. All proceeds of Dwell Goods go to Dwell Mobile. Hours for the thrift store are Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00 pm and Saturdays 10:00am-3:00pm. *Shifts can be for full or half days or a few hours to work with your schedule.*

Our volunteers are a vital part of our hospice team. Our patients and families connect with our volunteers on a deeper level as they open up their hearts to our volunteers who are compassionate with a servants heart. Visiting with these patients can minimize loneliness and provide them with a sense of belonging through fellowship. These volunteers can provide companionship and share interests, engage in games with the patients, read to the patients, journal, write letters to our patients and families, card making, provide a helping hand and a listening ear, provide caregiver relief as the family is able to have some free time to run errands, light housework, and many more tasks! Our volunteers truly make a huge impact on our families and patients. Volunteers make their own schedule and can volunteer as little or as often as possible. Whatever works for you as we are appreciative of any of the time you provide us! CONTACT: taylor.ready@springhillhomecare.com or call us at 2516265895 and ask to speak with Taylor!

Administrative volunteers serve as a huge helping hand to the office staff with clerical tasks such as answering phones, mailings, helping make marketing goodie bags, making admission packets, filing and organizing in the office, writing cards and letters to our patients and bereaved families, helping with event planning, phone calls to patients, etc. We are looking for volunteers in the area for our Daphne, AL location. Administrative volunteers can make their own schedule and volunteer as often or as little as possible. Please contact taylor.ready@springhillhomecare.com or call 2516265895 and ask to speak with Taylor! 

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Respite Care Volunteers provide a vital lifeline to family members who are dedicated to caring for their terminally ill loved ones at home. By sitting with a patient and offering a reassuring presence, they allow the primary caregiver to take a much-needed break to run errands, attend appointments, or simply rest and recharge. This role is one of the most impactful ways to support the entire hospice family unit, helping to prevent caregiver burnout and ensuring the patient remains safe and attended to.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

RESPITE CARE VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

Join the Student Conservation Association's AmeriCorps members for clean up at Historic Oaklawn Cemetery. Volunteers will be working with SCA to cut back overgrown vegetation as part of an ongoing effort to restore the property. Please wear closed toed shoes, must be at least 10 years of age to participate and accompanied by an adult unless 16+ years of age. 

This historic cemetery was founded in the 1800s and is of great significance in our area. Oaklawn Cemetery contains burials of notable veterans, including Purple, Bronze, and Silver Star recipients, as well as Buffallo Soldiers, and Tuskegee Airmen, and leaders from Mobile's African American Community. Due to numerous changes in ownership, the cemetery's vegetation became overgrown and community groups, such as Keep Mobile Beautiful, Veterans for Recovery, and One Simon Two Rubys and a Hamp, have stepped in to restore the property.

Volunteers are needed to help with researching and identifying grant opportunities for the program, to include drafting and submitting grant proposals to private foundations, corporations, and other available venues. This opportunity is a collaborative effort between volunteers and organizational staff, and it's one where volunteers can work remotely, setting their own schedules.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Calling all teachers and Education majors! Volunteers are needed to help design and develop academic lessons for youth in Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. These lesson plans can cover a range of academic subjects, and if you're studying for a future in Education, this opportunity is a great way to practice preparing lessons for various academic levels.

This opportunity is a collaborative effort between volunteers and organization staff, and it's one where volunteers can work remotely, setting their own schedules.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Volunteers are needed to engage one-on-one with students and families in our program, supporting various educational activities, participating in home/school visits, providing encouragement and support via phone, etc. 

This opportunity has both in-person and virtual elements, and schedules will be established that work for both the volunteers and the program participants. Program participants are located in both Mobile and Pensacola areas. Mileage and meals will be provided when travel is required.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Volunteers are needed to assist with recruiting volunteer and student participants for the Emmaus Kidz mentoring program, including identifying and interviewing program candidates. Volunteers are also needed to communicate with and manage our cohort of volunteers, helping connect them with their preferred volunteer assignments and coordinating their schedules.

This opportunity is a collaborative effort between volunteers and organizational staff, and it's one where volunteers can work remotely, setting their own schedules.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Volunteers are needed to help with researching and identifying potential fundraising venues, supporting fundraising events, and creating seasonal fundraising campaigns through community awareness efforts.  Volunteers will collaborate with community businesses in an effort to raise funds for these events. This opportunity is a collaborative effort between volunteers and organizational staff, and it's one where volunteers can work remotely, setting their own schedules.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Volunteers are needed help solicit in-kind items/donation for our programs and special events. This opportunity is a collaborative effort between volunteers and organizational staff, and it's one where volunteers can work remotely, setting their own schedules.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Interested in working with senior citizens? Like or want experience coordinating fun events and activities? Volunteers are needed to help coordinate and oversee social outings for seniors without mobility impairments. These social outings may include dining, movies, gaming, field trips, shopping excursions, retreats, weekend trips, on a biweekly and/or monthly basis.

This opportunity has both in-person and virtual elements, and schedules will be established that work for both the volunteers and the program participants. Program participants are located in both Mobile and Pensacola areas. Mileage and meals will be provided when travel is required.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Volunteers are needed to support youth activities on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, typically between 1 to 4 p.m. Depending on the volunteers' schedules, these dates/times can be flexible. Volunteers are asked to help create and implement the academic projects/field trips that are being done with the youth in our program. 

In your need response, please use the notes area to let us know if you'd prefer to work with youth 6 -12 years old or youth 13 -19 years old.

This opportunity has both in-person and virtual elements. Program participants are located in both Mobile and Pensacola areas. Mileage and meals will be provided when travel is required.

For more information, contact James Gatson, jgatson1@bellsouth.net

Please use our google form to sign up and mark tools you can bring.  Mowers are not on the list but would be welcomed.  Please review the safety video and come dressed to work outdoors in weeds and brush.

Be an Advocate for the Animals – Even Without Volunteering at the Shelter!

Even if you don’t have much time to spend at the shelter, you can still make a big difference in the lives of the animals here. Every small action adds up, and there are many ways to support our mission from wherever you are:

Help Spread the Word: Stop by the shelter to pick up flyers and materials to distribute in your neighborhood, workplace, or at local businesses. Just a few minutes of your time can help us reach new potential volunteers and fosters.

Share on Social Media: Follow us online and share our posts about adoptable animals, events, and volunteer opportunities. A simple share can connect a pet with their forever home!

Attend and Promote Events: Join us at community events or help promote them by inviting friends, sharing event info, or posting flyers in local hot spots. 

Be a Voice in the Community: Talk to friends, coworkers, or local groups about our Volunteer and Foster programs. Word of mouth is powerful!

No Orientation required, counts for volunteer hours! Please contact me at to set up advocate assignments. 

Breanna.Callahan@mobilecountyal.gov

Help Tell Their Story – Volunteer Dog Bio Writer Needed! **Be sure to have done Orientation**
At Mobile County Animal Shelter, every dog has a story — and we need caring, creative volunteers to help tell it!

What’s a Dog Bio Writer?
As a Bio Writer, you’ll visit the shelter, meet our adoptable dogs, and get to know their personalities. From silly quirks to heartwarming habits, you’ll turn your observations into engaging bios that showcase each dog’s unique charm and help potential adopters fall in love and get to know them.

What You’ll Do:

Visit the shelter regularly to meet and interact with dogs in adoption

Learn about each dog’s personality, likes, and needs

Take or gather photos that match your bio

Write clear, engaging, and accurate bios for our website, Facebook, and Adoptables 

Update bios when needed (e.g., new skills learned, behavior changes, or milestones)

Qualifications:

Comfortable interacting with dogs of all sizes and energy levels **Will do Dog walker training**

Good writing and storytelling skills

Reliable and detail-oriented

Willing to commit to complete bios promptly

Able to work independently and follow guidelines for accuracy and tone

Why It Matters:
A well-written bio can be the difference between a dog being overlooked and a dog finding a forever family. Your words can open hearts and change lives.

Join Us Today!
Mobile County Animal Shelter

Because the right words can lead to the right home.

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Patient Care Volunteers serve as a vital source of companionship for terminally ill patients and a pillar of support for their families. This versatile role is centered on the power of presence, whether they are engaging in a short conversation, running a simple errand, or sitting quietly with a patient. By stepping in to offer their time, they provide "relief care" that allows families to rest, knowing their loved one is in compassionate hands during a critical stage of life.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

PATIENT CARE VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Veterans Volunteers provide specialized support to terminally ill veterans, ensuring they are honored and respected in their final days. Whether or not they have a military background, they act as a compassionate companion who understands the unique sacrifices of service members. From helping replace lost medals to recording life stories or simply being a listening ear, this role is dedicated to the principle that no veteran should ever have to face the end of life alone.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

VETERANS VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Proactive Caller Volunteers serve as a vital link between patients and their care team, ensuring that no need goes unnoticed. From the comfort of their own home, dorm, or the VITAS office, they provide a friendly voice to check on the well-being of patients and their families. This role is perfect for those with strong communication skills who want to advocate for others by identifying service concerns, tracking supply needs, and offering emotional support through active listening.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

PROACTIVE CALLER VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Spiritual Care Volunteers provide essential support by addressing the profound need for meaning, hope, and love at the end of life. Rather than pushing a specific agenda, they act as a "spiritual partner" who honors the patient’s individual faith traditions or personal sense of connection to the world. By offering a non-judgmental and empathetic presence, they help patients find peace, dignity, and a sense of harmony during their final journey.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

SPIRITUAL CARE VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Respite Care Volunteers provide a vital lifeline to family members who are dedicated to caring for their terminally ill loved ones at home. By sitting with a patient and offering a reassuring presence, they allow the primary caregiver to take a much-needed break to run errands, attend appointments, or simply rest and recharge. This role is one of the most impactful ways to support the entire hospice family unit, helping to prevent caregiver burnout and ensuring the patient remains safe and attended to.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

RESPITE CARE VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Volunteer Readers provide a window to the world for patients who can no longer read for themselves. Whether they are sharing the latest news, a historical biography, or a beloved classic novel, their voice provides both mental stimulation and a comforting escape. This role is a perfect match for book lovers and students who want to provide high-impact companionship through the simple, soothing act of reading aloud.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

READER VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Memory Bear Sewer Volunteers provide lasting comfort to grieving families. By transforming a departed loved one’s clothing—such as a favorite shirt, jersey, or uniform—into a handmade teddy bear, they create a tangible "forever friend" that helps ease the pain of loss. This role allows them to use their sewing skills to provide a sense of security and connection for bereaved children and adults alike, bridging the gap between loss and healing through thoughtful craftsmanship.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

MEMORY BEAR SEWER VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

BSW Interns gain foundational field experience by supporting the social and emotional needs of hospice patients and their families. Under the supervision of staff, they will observe and assist in the delivery of compassionate care while learning the essential roles of a social worker in a healthcare setting. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop professional boundaries, communication skills, and a deep understanding of the interdisciplinary approach to end-of-life care.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

BSW INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

MSW Interns gain intensive, hands-on clinical experience by providing psychological and social support to terminally ill patients and their families. Working as a core member of an interdisciplinary team, they learn to navigate the complexities of end-of-life care, from crisis assessment to bereavement services. This role is a professional-level internship designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and high-stakes clinical practice under the mentorship of experienced field instructors.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

MSW INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Bereavement Telephone Assurance Program (BTAP) Call Volunteers provide compassionate, structured phone outreach to primary caregivers approximately eight weeks after a patient’s death. Their role is to offer condolences, assess caregiver well-being, and identify any needs requiring follow-up by the VITAS bereavement or care team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

BEREAVEMENT (BTAP) CALL VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Stylist Volunteers use their professional beauty skills to provide dignity and a sense of normalcy to hospice patients in their final stages of life. By offering "pampering" services such as haircuts, nail care, and makeup application, they help patients look and feel their best, boosting their morale and self-esteem. This role requires a delicate touch and a professional background, as they will be working with patients who have sensitive skin and specific physical needs in various settings, including homes and care facilities.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

STYLIST VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Homemaker Volunteers provide practical relief to patients and families during a time when daily chores can feel overwhelming. By taking over simple household tasks, they help maintain a peaceful, clean, and dignified environment, allowing families to focus on spending quality time together rather than on the stress of upkeep. This role is a perfect fit for those who want to provide tangible, "boots-on-the-ground" support that immediately improves the daily lives of those in hospice care.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

HOMEMAKER VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Speaker’s Bureau Volunteers serve as a community ambassador, using their voices to demystify hospice care and share the importance of end-of-life services. This role is perfect for confident public speakers—such as members of Toastmasters or debate clubs—who want to build relationships and advocate for compassionate care. By delivering educational presentations, they help bridge the gap between healthcare resources and the families who need them most, ensuring the community is well-informed and supported.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

SPEAKER'S BUREAU VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

11th-Hour Vigil Volunteers focuses on creating a "sacred space" through a calming, steady presence, ensuring that no patient has to face the end of life alone. Volunteers act as a bridge of comfort for both the patient and their grieving families, requiring a high level of emotional maturity and a level-headed approach to the dying process.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

11TH HOUR VIGIL VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Feeding and Nutrition Volunteers provide essential support to hospice patients in nursing home settings during meal times. This role is focused on the "gift of sustenance," where they combine practical assistance with warm companionship to ensure patients can enjoy their meals at their own pace. It is a high-impact, low-time-commitment role that offers instant gratification by directly improving a patient’s daily comfort and nutrition. This is a great opportunity for nutrition science/dietetics or speech-language pathology students applying for graduate school as well.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

FEEDING AND NUTRITION VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Volunteer Artists provide a creative outlet for terminally ill patients, helping them express emotions and memories when words are no longer enough. By facilitating activities like painting, scrapbooking, or room decoration, they use their artistic talents to improve a patient’s quality of life and create a soothing, therapeutic environment. This role is a beautiful blend of compassionate companionship and creative engagement.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

VOLUNTEER ARTIST RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Volunteer Massage Therapists provide the vital gift of comforting touch to patients who may feel isolated or physically burdened by their illness. By applying their professional expertise to relieve muscle stiffness and promote relaxation, they help improve a patient’s emotional well-being and physical comfort. This role is deeply impactful, as it addresses both the physical discomfort of immobility and the psychological need for human connection during the final stages of life.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

VOLUNTEER MASSAGE THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Musical Memories Volunteers use the power of song and instrumentation to reach patients in ways that words often cannot. Whether they play a string, wind, or keyboard instrument, or share their voice through singing, they help create a peaceful environment that can evoke cherished memories and provide deep emotional relief. This role allows them to share their musical gifts to soothe spirits and offer a sense of connection to patients and their families during a difficult time.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

MUSICAL MEMORIES VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Office Administration Volunteers play a vital behind-the-scenes role in ensuring the smooth operation of hospice services. By handling essential clerical duties, they provide the foundational support that allows the clinical team to focus on patient care. This role is ideal for organized individuals who want to contribute to a healthcare mission in a professional office environment during standard business hours.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.

Hospice Volunteers at VITAS serve in two meaningful capacities, patient care and administrative -- each playing a vital role in supporting our mission of delivering exceptional care to patients and families.

Paw Pals Volunteers with their certified pets provide a unique form of therapy that offers unconditional love and emotional relief to hospice patients. By participating in the Paw Pals™ program, they help break through the isolation of illness, rekindle fond memories of past pets, and encourage gentle activity and social interaction. This role is perfect for those who want to share the joyful, calming presence of their animal companion to brighten the days of patients and their families.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES, MAY INCLUDE:

PAW PALS VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

ADDITONAL ROLE RESPONSIBILIES TO PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:

REPORTS TO:

Reports to Team Manager, Volunteer Services Manager, social work field instructor/supervisor, or designee.

To learn more about volunteering with VITAS, please visit out volunteer page: https://www.vitas.com/volunteer

The 16th Annual Chocolate Festival is March 7th at The Grounds! We need volunteers to help on March 6th for setup and March 7th for the actual event. Volunteering at chocolate festival is a fun way to give back and have a great time. All proceeds benefit Penelope House, the local domestic violence shelter for Mobile, Washington, Clarke and Choctaw Counties. 

Time Commitment: About 5 hours.

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: about 5-10 hours

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: about 5-10 hours

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Cleaning Support Volunteer
Reports to: Kennel Staff II or Training Staff

As a Cleaning Support Volunteer, you’ll work alongside the kennel team to maintain clean, safe, and sanitary conditions throughout the shelter. A well-maintained environment helps reduce illness, keeps pets comfortable, and ensures animals are presented in their best light to potential adopters.

Location: Mobile County Animal Shelter 7665 Howells Ferry Rd
Time Commitment:

Shifts are approximately 3 hours long

Weekdays: Between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM

Weekends: Between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM

Shifts are flexible - coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator or training kennel staff.

Assist with routine cleaning and sanitation tasks

Help maintain a healthy and presentable shelter environment

Check in with staff at the beginning of each shift for assigned tasks

Sanitize surfaces and areas within the adoption center following established protocols

Clean food/water dishes, perform laundry, and assist in feeding areas

Mark off completed tasks and communicate notes or needs to staff

Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety and cleaning protocols

Able to lift between 10–40 pounds

Comfortable walking, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods

Friendly and respectful when interacting with staff, visitors, and other volunteers

Committed to supporting the shelter’s mission and policies

Must be at least 18 years old with adult signed waiver 

Help Behind the Scenes – Volunteer Shelter Helper Needed!
Not every hero wears a cape — some carry laundry baskets and dish soap!
At Mobile County Animal Shelter, keeping things clean and organized is essential for the health and comfort of our animals. We’re looking for dependable volunteers to help keep our shelter running smoothly.

Step1-watch this orientation video: https://volunteer.uwswa.org/need/detail/?need_id=1116261 *new link

If you are under 19 -Step2: email me for minor waiver at
Breanna.Callahan@mobilecountyal.gov

What’s a Shelter Helper?
Stop by anytime you have 2 hours to spare, just say you're here to be a shelter helper! Shelter Helpers are the backbone of our daily operations. By tackling tasks like laundry, dishes, and general tidying, you free up staff to focus on animal care — and you make the shelter a cleaner, more comfortable place for our furry friends.

What You’ll Do:

Wash and dry animal bedding, fold and organizing towels, and blankets

Wash and sanitize food/water bowls and toys

Sweep, mop, and tidy common areas as needed

Restock supplies and keep workspaces organized

Pitch in wherever a helping hand is needed

Qualifications:

Comfortable working around dogs and cats but not necessarily with them (if you don't want to)

Willing to get a little messy (laundry and dishes can be a splash zone!)

Able to lift light to moderate loads of laundry and supplies

Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or with a team

Flexible with tasks — needs can change daily

Why It Matters:
Clean bedding, fresh bowls, and tidy spaces help our animals stay healthy, happy, and ready to meet their forever families. Every load of laundry or washed dish is a step toward adoption day!

Join Us Today!
Mobile County Animal Shelter

Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm and Weekends 7am to 2pm
Helping hands make happy paws!

Are you good at helping people put their life on a tax form?  You will get all the training you need to save local families LOTS of money by helping them get their taxes done for free.  Or volunteer to help with desk duty, welcoming and directing clients to meet with tax preparers.

Goodwill Gulf Coast will be staffing two locations to prepare taxes for free for local residents.  The Ladd Learning Center is located at 2440 Gordon Smith Drive in Mobile 36617, and the Azalea Community Center is 300-F Azalea Road, Mobile 36609.  Schedules will be posted in January.  Spend this fall learning all you need to know with VITA training, so you will be ready for the tax season in late January.  Next class starts soon!

More questions?  Call Lydia at 251-380-7150 or Lgaudet@goodwillgc.org

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

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

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

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

What You'll Do:

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

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

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

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

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

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

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

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

Phillip Cares, Inc. is supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who assist with application processing, event coordination, and community outreach. Our volunteers are trained to handle administrative tasks such as reviewing applications, coordinating with pet owners, and facilitating communication with our service partners. They also play an essential role in promoting the program through social media, distributing flyers, and representing us at community events. To volunteer please contact Dea. Phillip C. Johnson at (251) 300-5967 or info@phillipcares.org or Apply Here

United Way of Southwest Alabama's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is growing, and we need volunteers! We're looking for people who want to learn to prepare free tax returns and to serve in our various tax centers throughout the Mobile area. This is important work, and it only happens with the dedication of our volunteer team.

You don't have to have tax preparation experience. It helps of course, but we offer training supported by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Please note: This is not training to start your own tax preparation business for pay. Volunteers are not allowed to accept payment for the tax returns they prepare for our taxpayers.

Although people think you have to be a math wiz to do taxes, the fact is the computer does most of the math. The most important skills have to do with working with other people as a team, listening to your clients, and applying the tax rules fairly, accurately, and consistently. And every return you prepare gets reviewed by a second volunteer, so there's always someone to double-check your work for you; you're never alone.

We'll hold orientation (come and learn more) sessions before training. Classes begin in November and are typically offered on weekdays and Saturdays. Sign up now and we'll notify you once the dates are set for training.

If you're looking to give back to your community in a way that challenges your mind and gives you the chance to see your real-world impact on the people we serve together, this could be for you. Join us to learn more!

Minimum Time Commitment: 1 hour/month

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: 3-6 hours per month, busiest time is Back-to-School, varies ongoing

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: 12 hours per school year Busiest Times of Year: On-going 

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: Year round.

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: Once a year.

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: about 5-10 hours

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: 3-5 hours per month Busiest Times of Year: On-going, varies by event, monthly for NFGC Daycare meeting

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: Every Monday from 9-4pm.

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: as requested by the Administrator

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Time Commitment: about 5-10 hours

The volunteers have to meet and maintain the performance standards of the Alabama Department of Human Resources. To volunteer please contact Phillip Johnson at (251) 470-1700 or pjohnson@nazaree.org

Hospice volunteers are the most special in the world! They always have the biggest hearts!     

Regular visits from Hospice Companions can minimize patient loneliness and isolation through fellowship.  These volunteers provide companionship to the patients and relief to their caregivers by offering a supportive presence, a listening ear and a helping hand. These type of volunteer may provide companionship, care-relief, pet therapy, life review, reading to the patient, playing games, writing letters on behalf of patient and many more tasks.  These volunteers are needed in Mobile County.  

If you have ever had a family member on Hospice, you have hopefully seen the impact that wonderful visitors can make on an entire family. 

This volunteer opportunity is great for students looking to build their resumes and get patient experience. Volunteering with patients 1:1  can sometimes be a little daunting, but we work hard to make things really comfortable for everyone! Schedules for volunteering with patients can also be super FLEXIBLE! Great for students. 

At the end of life, comfort is one of Hospice's main goals. If you are great at crafts, sewing, knitting, or crocheting, you can help provide comfort to patients and families who need it greatly!   

Items like lap blankets, fidget blankets, cards, room decorations, scrap booking, and more are needed. Your imagination can run wild because these items can go straight to patients and families to let them know someone cares.   

At the end of life, comfort  is one of our top goals in our Hospice organization. If you enjoy creating art work, painting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, etc. you can help provide comfort to our patients and families! Any items like blankets (or fidget blankets), paintings, any art work or arts & crafts, cards, home/room decor, etc. are needed! Let your unique skills and imagination run wild as your work becomes comfort to our patients and families when they need it most.        

Hospice volunteers are some of the most special people in the world! They always have the biggest hearts!    

Administrative volunteers are great to be able to help the office staff with clerical tasks such as answering phones, mailings, helping to make marketing goodies, filing and organizing in the office, writing cards and letters to our patients and bereaved families.  We are looking for volunteers in the area for Mobile County. Administrative volunteers can make their own schedule and volunteer as often or as little as possible. This is an ongoing volunteer position, and we can use folks all year helping with tasks.    

Private volunteer need for Kayla Chartier

Private volunteer need for Kayla Chartier

Private volunteer need for Kayla Chartier

Private volunteer need for Kayla Chartier for volunteering at Last Friday Art Night

The Road To Recovery Volunteer Driver provides people with transportation to and from their cancer-related medical appointments. Drivers donate their time to help people with cancer get the lifesaving treatments they need.

Volunteers choose the rides that work best for their schedule. Most rides are scheduled during the weekday between 7am and 7pm. The American Cancer Society asks volunteers to commit to a minimum of 2 rides per month.

As a Road to Recovery driver, you can serve your community and help local people, provide support and encouragement, have rewarding one to one interactions with cancer patients, build relationships and save lives. Road to Recovery offers flexible scheduling, you drive as much or as little as you want when you want.

Ready to change a life from the comfort of home? 

Join ENGin as a conversation partner! This is a flexible and unique opportunity to make a direct  impact on someone’s life while discovering a new culture and meeting a new friend.

Duties

1.Greet and direct guests

2.Demonstrate and operate exhibits

3. Provide tours of the Museum for Special Groups

4. Other task as needed

Volunteers can work in 2 to 4 hours increments and are needed occasionally all day for Special Events ***Background Check Required

Benefits:

1. After 50 hours of service -1 individual membership

2. After 100 hours of service - 1 dual membership

3. 10% discount in Treasures Gift Shop

4. Free T-Shirt

5.Form New Friendships

6. Access to member only events

7. Be a Brand Master for the Museum

8. Professional Training Related to Career Advancement

9. Appreciation throughout the year

Follow this link to our website to complete the electronic "Volunteer Application" on our website.

https://nmmog.org/volunteers

A background check is required for this opportunity. The background check will be paid for by the museum. Once the electronic form is completed, the Volunteer Coordinator will send you the link to complete the background check. 

"The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico is a premier place of learning that inspires a lifelong love and respect for the Gulf of Mexico, its rich history and importance to the world". 

Duties  

1. Assist with Event Set-Up

2. Greet and Direct Guest 

3. Provide museum private tours

4.  Support the Special Events Coordinators with other tasks as needed  

Additionally, volunteers

!. Can represent the museum at Local Expos and Festivals

2. Facilitate activities such as games, giveaways or children activities 

Benefits:

1. After 50 hours of service receive 1 individual membership

2. After 100 hours of service receive 1 dual membership

3. 10% discount in Treasures Gift Shop

4. Free T-Shirt

5. Form New Friendships

6. Access to member only Events

7. Be a Brand Master for the Museum

8. Professional Training relevant for Career Advancement

9. Appreciation throughout the year

Follow the link below to complete the electronic "Volunteer Application" Form

https://nmmog.org/volunteers

A Background check is required for this volunteer opportunity. The background check will be paid for by the museum. Once the volunteer on-line application is completed the Volunteer Coordinator will contact you and send the link for the background check.

Community Lunch is a weekly meal provided free of charge to the families we serve and allows us to stay connected with and minister to the adults in our community. We begin serving at noon and typically serve approximately 60-80 individuals. We are usually finished serving by 12:45pm. Volunteers generally arrive around 11:30 to set up and once they are done serving the meal, many enjoy sitting and eating with our folks and even praying with them. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, we would be so grateful! If you would like to provide a meal this year, the link to choose a date is here. Email morganc@lightofthevillage.org for more info. Thank you!

We serve a meal to 55+ middle and high school students each Wednesday evening as part of our Teen Night Bible study! These meals are all generously sponsored or provided by local families, churches, schools, civic organizations, and businesses! We are so grateful to be able to feed our teens both spiritually and physically as we meet together each week! If you would like to provide a meal this school year, the link to choose a date is here. Email morganc@lightofthevillage.org for more info. Thank you!

Monday Movers help us pick up thrift store donations for our thrift store - Dwell Goods! We need volunteers every Monday beginning at 11am. Larger vehicles, trucks, and trailers for pick-ups are most helpful, but not required. We are most in need of hands to help move and organize! Volunteers can expect to serve a few hours until early afternoon.

Volunteers are needed to assist with school-age children in Dumas Wesley Community Center's After School Achievement Program. Volunteers will be responsible for, but not limited to: watching over the children, homework assistance, helping with daily activities, special events, and light organizing/cleaning. The program operates on the calendar year of the Mobile County Public School System. This volunteer need may also qualify for course credit or a student internship.

Volunteers can choose a day(s) Monday through Friday, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Volunteers may commit to one day a week or several days a week. All volunteers have to complete a background check and attend orientation before volunteering. Volunteers are needed throughout the school year, except June and July

Learn more about the After School Achievement Program here.

*The Dumas Wesley Community Center’s no solicitation policy outlines our restrictions for distributing materials and soliciting funds, donations, and signatures in activities or groups, either held on our campus, or in connection with activities sponsored by Dumas Wesley and held elsewhere. This policy applies to all employees, external visitors, partners and volunteers or interns that may be on site during business hours.

At our after school program locations, students receive help with homework, reading and math intervention, a snack or meal, a Bible study, and enjoy games, music and other activities. After school volunteers help with homework, play with kids, and help us provide a loving, nurturing environment.

Camp Peace meets on MONDAYS ONLY at 658 DONALD ST., MOBILE 36617.

PLEASE CONTACT US AT 334-406-0221 BEFORE COMING SO WE WILL KNOW TO EXPECT YOU! PLEASE DO NOT COME WITHOUT SCHEDULING YOUR VISIT! THANK YOU!

At our after school program locations, students receive help with homework, reading and math intervention, a snack or meal, a Bible study, and enjoy games, music and other activities. After school volunteers help with homework, play with kids, and help us provide a loving, nurturing environment.

NO LOV AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS OR FRIDAYS.

PLEASE CONTACT US AT 334-406-0221 BEFORE COMING SO WE WILL KNOW TO EXPECT YOU! PLEASE DO NOT COME WITHOUT SCHEDULING YOUR VISIT! THANK YOU!

Private volunteer need for Kayla Chartier for volunteering at Last Friday Art Night

Our veteran patients that are currently on Hospice enjoy the camaraderie and the bond that only those with military histories share and pay tribute to others who have served our county.  These volunteers may provide social visits, take part in special pinning ceremonies, or interview and document veterans military stories through the veterans history project.  These visits would be made in the patients homes in Mobile County.       

At the end of life, comfort  is one of our top goals in our Hospice organization. If you enjoy creating art work, painting, sewing, knitting, crocheting, etc. you can help provide comfort to our patients and families! Join us as we come together and create arts and crafts projects together, share fellowship, and hand out these projects once complete to our patients and families. Any items like blankets (or fidget blankets), paintings, any art work or arts & crafts, cards, home/room decor, etc. can be made as we share time together and let our skills and imagination turn into beautiful gifts for our patients! Contact taylor.ready@springhillhomecare.com for more information!

Would you like to bring a smile to our patients and families on hospice and provide a lasting impact? Please consider joining our flower arranging group to make flower bouquets and hand them out to our patients and families when complete. Snacks / meal provided! Just a small gesture like this can really go a long way especially in times like this when they need it most. Lets be a light in this world together!

Ronald McDonald Family Rooms are an extension of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mobile, Alabama, a bit of home within the walls of USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital.

The Family Rooms are located on the 3rd and 4th floors in the pediatric tower, and serve as a place of peaceful respite, possess a warm and friendly atmosphere for families to use while remaining merely steps away from their child’s bedside. 

RONALD MCDONALD FAMILY ROOM VOLUNTEER DUTIES 

Participate in our pop tab program by collecting pull tabs from aluminum cans and donating to Ronald McDonald House. The program raises approximately $3 – $4 thousand dollars each year and goes toward the operating costs of Ronald McDonald House of Mobile. Large and small Houses are available to collect your pop tabs. Call 251-694-6873 for more details.

Become a part of something special and help “The House That Love Built”!

We are still looking for a Self-starter with painting, some sheet rock, carpentry, plumbing and basic electrical skills who is willing to donate a few hours a week to our house in need.  Some tools a plus…Shifts can be all one day or split between 2 days a week.  Flexible Shifts Monday - Friday

Flexible Shifts Monday - Friday

8:00am - 3:00pm.

To provide a family meal for the guests at Ronald McDonald House, consider the following:

• Gather funds from your church community, co-workers, civic organizations, friends and family members to purchase a meal.  Donate these funds to Ronald McDonald House with instructions to be used for a Family Meal and our staff will order meals on your behalf for our families or YOU CAN use the funds to order catered, individually boxed meals from a local restaurant and have them delivered to Ronald McDonald House.

• Do you have access to a commercial kitchen? Become a member of our casserole club...
This club will help our house by providing freezer ready meals which will be warmed and served to our families as needed when restaurant catered meals are not available.

GO TO RMHCMOBILE.ORG - VOLUNTEER - FAMILY MEAL PROGRAM - SCHEDULE A MEAL TO SCHEDULE THE DATE OF YOUR FAMILY MEAL SPONSORSHIP!!  CONTACT RMHC AT 251-694-6873 WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR TO SPONSOR A FAMILY MEAL.  YOU CAN ALSO EMAIL tamara@rmhcmobile.org.

RMHC of Mobile relies upon donations of household items and supplies to provide the comforts of home to our families in our 38 guestroom Home and our two Family Rooms located inside USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital. Your donations help make their stay more comfortable so they can care for their hospitalized child.

Next time you are out shopping for items for your own home, we would be grateful if you picked up a few things for us, too. You can also host a donation drive for “The House That Love Built” and collect wish list items at your office, church, school or with a community group. Go to www.rmhcmobile.org for an updated list. 

You can receive 2 volunteer hours  for ever 20 items collected.  

Be a part of "The House that Love Built" as an in-house volunteer.

Other duties include... Assist with all aspects of House Operations to include but not limited to:

Volunteers are required to complete a health screening bi-weekly before entering the house for your volunteer shift.

Coming home from the hospital for a freshly prepared meal, made by people who care is a real gift to our families. 

This program is for groups with a maximum of 12 volunteers.  The time commitment is usually 3–4 hours. Please consider breaking large groups into several smaller groups.  Plan to cook for 45-50 people and prepare the meal in our RMHC House kitchen. Food prepared in commercial cooking establishments such as restaurants, catering services or cafeterias and then brought in or delivered is acceptable as well. Go to our website www.rmhcmobie.org to reserve a date yourself or contact Tamara to book a meal tamara@rmhcmobile.org or 251-694-6873.

Be the first person our families meet as they enter "The House that Love Built".

RECEPTIONIST  Monday-Friday  4:30PM-8:00PM  (Hours can be flexible and you can volunteer one day a week or as many as you would like).

Responsibilities to include answering phone calls and directing callers to the correct guest room or staff member, answering the doorbell (our house is under a secure system for entry), checking to make sure that anyone entering our house has the correct wrist band upon entry and if not, directing them to the house manager for information regarding how to become a guest.  Light clerical work during slow periods and assisting staff with small projects such as addressing and mailing envelopes or stuffing our "goodie bags" to be given to our new families upon check-in.  

JOIN US IN OUR MISSION OF "KEEPING FAMILIES CLOSE"!!!

We are looking for individuals willing to assist in our non-traditional shelter operations as needed.  Non-traditional shelters may be warming stations/shelters, cooling stations/shelter, and Safer Places (State of Alabama designated sites for severe weather).  Interested volunteers would work under a shelter manager and will assist with any needs that may arise (set up, registration, food service, site supervision, volunteer coordination, etc).   Hours would be flexible and would likely include overnight shifts.

Shelter occupants would include unhoused individuals, persons without adequate heating/air conditioning, persons medically and other vulnerable populations.

Participants would need their own transportation, a valid driver'ss license, and potentially pass a background check as the need involves serving vulnerable populations (including children) and multiple sites in Mobile County and may include some virtual activities.

Do you enjoy quiet, focused tasks that make a big impact behind the scenes? We're looking for a detail-oriented volunteer to help us enter registrations for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, a program that delivers free books to children from birth to age five, right here in our community.

What You’ll Do: Twice a month, you'll spend a few hours entering new child registrations into our online system. It may not be glamorous, but your work ensures local children receive a brand-new, age-appropriate book in the mail each month—often the very first books they’ll ever own.

Why It Matters: Early exposure to books is one of the strongest predictors of a child’s future academic success. By volunteering your time, you’ll help foster a lifelong love of reading and learning for hundreds of children across Southwest Alabama.

Time Commitment and Skills Needed: Approximately 2 times per month, with flexible scheduling during business hours. You'll need basic computer skills, attention to detail, and a passion for giving kids a strong start in life.

As a hospice organization, our main goal is to provide comfort to our patients in any way we can. If you enjoy playing any instrument and/or listening to music, we need you! Music is a wonderful way to provide comfort to our patients and brighten their day. This can provide a lasting impact and bring a smile to our patients and families when they need it most! Let your unique skills and talents become a true gift to our patients. If you are interested in this unique volunteer opportunity, please contact taylor.ready@springhillhomecare.com or go to springhillhomecare.com, click on "volunteers" and "become a volunteer" and fill out the form!

Hurricane season is here. Help Red Cross help the community! Become a trained shelter volunteer now in preparation of opening/staffing the next needed local shelter. All disaster training is free.  

Hunger is a real problem; you can work to end it by volunteering as a Food Sorting Volunteer with Feeding the Gulf Coast! 

Feeding the Gulf Coast seeks Food Sorting Volunteers to help inspect and sort food donations, preparing them for distribution to those in need. This includes checking expiration dates, making sure cans are not rusty or missing labels, and boxing similar items together to put on our shelves for our partner organizations to stock their pantries. This project requires you to engage in light to moderate physical activity. 

What: Food Sorting

Where: Feeding the Gulf Coast warehouse and office, 5248 Mobile South Street, Theodore, AL

When: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 8:30 AM-11:0 AM and Monday and Tuesday, 12:00-2:30 PM  (please check the website for availability) 

Requirements: Ages 14+ with an adult, closed-toed shoes

Note: We are taking precautionary measures to ensure your safety during this time. 

If you have further questions or wish to speak with a human, call Missy Busby at (251) 653-1617 ext. 127 or email at mbusby@feedingthegulfcoast.org.

As a hospice organization, our main goal is to provide comfort to our patients in any way we can. If you are a cosmetology student, have a current cosmetology license, or just enjoy styling hair, we need you! In addition, if you enjoy polishing nails/pampering care, we would love to have you as well! Our patients would greatly enjoy and benefit from your skills as you provide a bright light to their day and a lasting impact! Your unique skills can provide comfort and happiness to our patients and families! If you are interested in this unique volunteer opportunity, please contact taylor.ready@springhillhomecare.come for more information!

Mobile County EMA is looking for individuals in the Mobile, AL area who are willing to help our agency in assisting the citizens of Mobile.  Activities will be varied and require various physical activities and abilities.  It may be answering phones, loading water and food into vehicles, working in our warehouse or a donated goods warehouse, and managing various volunteer operations and many more possibilities.

Persons interested would be encouraged to participate in trainings and exercises to achieve a basic level of competency in emergency management practices and tactics.  Trainings would be free of charge and would be virtual and in-person.  A simple application and liability release are required.  Hours are flexible and would primarily be M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM in Blue Skies (Day-to-Day) and in Grey Skies (Hazzard/Disaster times) it would be 4, 6, 8, and 12 hour shifts based on need and your willingness to participate.

If you are willing to be a force multiplier, are flexible, and want to be involved in the many avenues and activities in disaster response; WE WANT YOU!

We have a waiting list of people that need a guardian. Now is the time to sign up to volunteer if you have been waiting.

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A Guardianship is a legal relationship in which a Guardian is appointed by Mobile County Probate Court to make decisions for those incapacitated or unable to communicate decisions concerning their health or safety. The guardian does not handle any financial responsibilities. A Conservator is appointed by the court to handle these matters.

The Volunteer Guardian Program (VGP) is the last line of defense for vulnerable citizens - with no appropriate family or friends - against homelessness and worsening quality of life.  The VGP is administered by the Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center, and partners with the Mobile County Probate Court, the Mobile County Commission, the City of Mobile and community referral agencies.  Mobile County’s VGP was introduced by Probate Court Judge Don Davis in 2010, and the program remains the first and only of its kind in our state. 

The life-changing decisions Volunteer Guardians make for their wards impact basic needs (food and housing), medical treatments or care and end-of-life care.  Guardians attend court hearings, file paperwork, coordinate with other agencies to obtain needed services, shop or take  their ward shopping,  attend doctors’ appointments if needed and stay connected to ensure wards’ health and safety.

Since 2010, VGP has recruited, trained and matched hundreds of community volunteers to serve as Guardians for these special people. Currently, there are more than 65 amazing Volunteer Guardians active in the program.  They range in age from 21 to 65, and include college students, homemakers, nurses, pastors and preachers, Certified Nursing Assistants, social workers and even a retired FBI official. 

The Via Center is seeking caring and committed volunteers to become a part of the program.

What does it take to be a Volunteer Guardian?