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Volunteer Categories

Long Term Volunteers

Are able to commit to volunteering for a minimum of 100 hours.
Volunteer on a once-a-week basis for a minimum of 4 hours per week.
Eligible for participation in more complex volunteer positions.
Will receive priority registration for HOPE Clinic events.

Short-Term Volunteers

Applications are approved on a project-need basis.
Volunteer commitment duration and schedule is based upon project requirements.
Volunteers are eligible to extend volunteer status upon completion of program.

Summer Only Volunteers

Special volunteer program that is available during summer months only.
Volunteers are required to complete a minimum of 80 hours over the summer months.
Weekly hourly requirements can vary, but typically begin at 8 hours or 1 day per week.
Highly accessible for in-school volunteers (ex: high school or college)

One-Time/Event Volunteers

Volunteers may chose to volunteer on an event-only basis.
For every event performed, a one-time volunteer agreement must be signed unless previously registered.
Registered event volunteers are eligible to have their hours securely tracked and will receive event recruitment emails throughout the year - must be able to commit to a minimum of 5 volunteer events per year.

Volunteering FAQs

Where will I volunteer?

Majority of our volunteer opportunities are hosted at HOPE Clinic - Alief located at 13930 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77083 unless otherwise noted
Other volunteer locations may include HOPE Clinic - Beltway located at 7001 Corporate Dr Ste 120, Houston, TX 77036

When can I volunteer?

For our major volunteer programs, volunteers are able to schedule their volunteer shifts during our standard operating hours of 8AM - 5 PM on weekdays only
Shifts are typically 4 hours long and can be scheduled from 9:00 AM -1:00 PM, or 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Some programs may offer alternative shifts (ex: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, or 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, or after hours) that will be noted on their descriptions

Do you have weekend or after-hour events?

Some volunteering opportunities may take place on weekends or after-hours!
These are event opportunities and you can see upcoming events via our Event Calendar or by subscribing to get notified through email below

Volunteer Programs

FoodRx

This program operates in conjunction with the Houston Food Bank in order to provide patients that are food insecure and/or have a high A1C level to get access to free nutritious food available for pickup at HOPE Clinic.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Enrolling patients into the Houston Food Bank systems.
Scheduling food deliveries for patients in need of additional accessibility assistance.
Participating in Food Truck Market days to help distribute food packets to patients.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM or 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Weekdays only

Status: This program is looking for all volunteer types - Summer, Long-Term, Event

Maternal Health Program

HOPE Clinic's Centering program helps expectant mothers enroll into various health education groups, programs, or systems in order to improve their overall experience and well being during pregnancy.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Promotion and recruitment for HOPE Clinic's centering service.
Distribution of maternal health supplies to mother's in need.
Helping patients enroll into Delfina - a partnered pregnancy tracking app.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM or 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; Weekdays only

Status: This program is looking for all volunteer types - Summer, Long-Term, Event

Scribes

HOPE Clinic is excited to welcome pre-med or pre-health individuals who are looking to gain clinical experience/hours to consider volunteering as a medical scribe. See "Scribe Program" for more info.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Documentation and accurate charting during patient visits.
Assisting physicians with assigned administrative tasks as needed.

Disclaimer: Medical Scribes are not allowed to provide direct patient care. Scribes are present in the exam room for documentation purposes only.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief, Beltway, and Aldine

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, or 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM ; Weekdays only

**There is potential for variations in schedules limited by the provider**

Status: The Summer 2025 program is open

Project Management Volunteer

We are seeking a dedicated volunteer to coordinate and help us expand the volunteering program at HOPE Clinic. This individual will receive guidance and support to independently create a project that will encourage HOPE Clinic staff members to volunteer externally in the community.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Researching external volunteer programs within Houston.
Coordinating a sign up for HOPE Clinic employees may participate in.
Assist the HR department with changes, improvements, and audits of our current volunteer program.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Weekdays only

Status: This program is seeking one (1) dedicated Summer or long-term volunteer.

Marketing and Design Volunteer

HOPE Clinic is seeking a volunteer with a passion for creative arts and design savvy to create posters, flyers, newsletters, and/or other outreaching materials for the clinic. Individuals with skills in digital arts are highly encouraged to apply – especially those that are familiar with Canva.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Creating and/or designing informational material that will be distributed inside and outside of the clinic.
Engage in activities to bring art into the clinic and promote a fun, inclusive, and joyful space for community members.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, or 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ; Weekdays only

Status: This program is seeking one (1) dedicated Summer or long-term volunteer.

Office Administration Volunteer

Our finance department is always looking for a hand or two to help combat the ever piling stack of papers/bills/invoices/etc. to process. Volunteers looking to gain practical administrative experience might be interested in applying to help out.

Volunteer Responsibilities may include:

Scanning, organizing, sorting, and filing various documents as listed above.
Assisting with verifying vendor invoices and bills for accuracy.
Supporting our finance team in order to ensure that our non-profit organization can continue to support the community.

Location: HOPE Clinic - Alief

Shifts: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, or 9:00 AM - 5:00 AM; Weekdays only

Status: This program is seeking one (1) dedicated Summer or long-term volunteer.

Volunteering
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HOPE Clinic

Volunteer Applications are open!

Volunteer Categories

Long Term Volunteers

Short-Term Volunteers

Summer Only Volunteers

One-Time/Event Volunteers

Volunteering FAQs

Volunteer Programs

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Volunteering with HOPE Clinic

Volunteer Applications are open!

Volunteer Categories

Long Term Volunteers

Short-Term Volunteers

Summer Only Volunteers

One-Time/Event Volunteers

Volunteering FAQs

Volunteer Programs

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Get notifications for all upcoming volunteer/extern/intern openings at HOPE Clinic!

Volunteering
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HOPE Clinic