No, volunteers are not currently asked to pay a fee to use the Volunteer Houston website. However, there may be a fee for a background check if required by the agency. Also, it does cost money to connect volunteers to the meaningful service opportunities that we provide. Some of our most committed volunteers are also

There are tons of ways to volunteer with us. We have a database filled with thousands of needs with us and our affiliated partners.  

The limit does not exist. It’s entirely up to you. Our goal is to make volunteering easy so that it can fit into everyone’s busy schedules.  

You can quickly and easily sign up for volunteer needs from our database. You will be emailed opportunity details as soon as you sign up. You will also receive a reminder email prior to the event. You can also remove yourself from an event with ease. You can set up and edit your profile and

Search needs or browse our calendar. Once you find an event that you want to participate in, click on “RESPOND.” You will receive a confirmation email with instructions from the affiliated agency. If you have questions about the event, you can send them an email listed in the event description or contact us at info@volunteerhouston.org.

Yes, however it varies by agencies and need. You will have to check with the agency when you sign up.  

No. If an agency requires training, it will state it within the description. For the majority of needs, no training is required. All you have to do is “RESPOND” to a need that interests you and show up.