Military Volunteer Opportunities

Military Volunteer Opportunities
Army Community Services
Volunteer Opportunities
Military Volunteer Opportunities
ACS will assist commanders in maintaining the readiness of individuals, families and communities within
America’s Army by developing, coordinating and delivering services which promote self-reliance, resiliency
and stability during war and peace. Volunteers are a vital “link” in this chain.
ACS provides:
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Personal and professional growth
Flexible hours
Up to 20 hours free childcare at an hourly site each week!
Support for the army family
Knowledge, empowerment, and marketable skills
AVC will promote and strengthen volunteerism by uniting community volunteer efforts, supporting
professional management, enhancing volunteer career mobility, and establishing volunteer
partnerships to support individual personal growth and life-long volunteer commitment.
Unlock your potential: If you are interested in a journey towards success, volunteering with ACS
is for you, or if you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities on the island, please
call our Army Volunteer Coordinator at 808.655.4227.
Volunteer Job Opportunities is published to provide individual members of the Army Community in Hawaii with a comprehensive listing
of volunteer positions that are currently available. It is a product of the Hawaii Army Volunteer Programs volunteer job bank operation. This issue
was prepared and issued by the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinators Office, located in building 2091, Kolekole Avenue, Schofield Barracks. You
can reach the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator at 808.655.4227. The US government does not necessarily express or imply an endorsement of
contents or services provided.
Military Volunteer Opportunities
USO There are two USO centers in Hawaii: Airport Center at Honolulu International
Airport, open 16 hours a day (everyday) and Hickam’s Air Mobility Command terminal
(MAC), open 24 hours a day. Both facilities could use your help. If you are outgoing,
friendly, and desire to help military personnel and their families, we have a position for
you! As a center host/hostess, you assist guests with travel needs, information, assuring a
light snack is available, making coffee, have sodas and snacks available for purchase.
You will work in four hour shifts. If you’re interested in helping at either USO center
please call the Director @ 808-836-3351 or email: [email protected] visit
http://pac.uso.org/Hawaii.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Fund at USS Arizona Memorial Museum became a part of this
historical project that will honor and commemorate our fallen heroes and surviving
veterans. Volunteer positions are available at the Arizona Memorial Museum and
Visitor’s table. Meet and educate visitors from around the world at Oahu’s most visited
destination. Contact us at 808.487.3327 or by email [email protected]
Visit our website at www.pearlharbormemorial.com
American Red Cross at Tripler Army Medical Center is looking for volunteers to work
in the Red Cross Office and in numerous departments throughout the hospital. Licensed
and unlicensed volunteers are needed. For more information please call 808.433.6631.
Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 0900-1400. Please email
[email protected]
American Red Cross at Schofield Barracks is currently seeking: Records Chairperson:
maintain volunteer personnel records and files, compile and report monthly volunteer
hours and activities, work from home computer, about 12 hours per month, will train, no
experience necessary. Publicity Chairperson: to facilitate the distribution of information
regarding current volunteer services and programs within the community, work from
home about 10 hours per month, will train, no experience necessary. We are always
looking for help with Pre-deployment briefings. Contact us at 808.655.4927. Visit our
website www.hawaiiredcross.org/about_us/milvol.html
The Hawaii Army Weekly is looking for volunteers to help cover Hawaii Army
Community News and write commentaries. Volunteer writers can be based in Hawaii or
abroad. No news printing experience necessary. For more information please call
808.656.3155/3488. Visit our website www.hawaiiarmyweekly.com
The Armed Services YMCA has branches at Wheeler Army Airfield and Aliamanu
Military Reservation (AMR). Both centers provide a variety of family oriented programs.
We can always use assistance with the following programs: Children’s waiting room at
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Tripler Army Medical Center, Play Morning Program, and Operation Hero and Food for
Families. Short term help for special events and maintenance are also welcome. If you’re
interested in helping us to “help those who serve America”, please call AMR @
808.833.1185 M-F 8-2 or WAAF Kelly Elacion, [email protected] M-F 8:00-2:00
Visit: www.asymcahi.org/employmentandvolunteers.html
US Army Museum of Hawaii. Meet people and learn some history all at the same time.
This is a great volunteer opportunity to serve as a receptionist/greeter for the US Army
Museum of Hawaii. Duties include provide museum brochures, answer basic questions,
direct visitors, enforce dress standards and monitor closed circuit TV cameras. Benefits
include a 10% discount on all museum store purchases, annual recognition by the Hawaii
Army Museum Society, and personal satisfaction from greeting as many as 500 visitors a
day from all over the world. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9-5. For additional
information call 808-438-2821. Visit our website www.hiarmymuseumsoc.org
Tropic Lightning Museum has interesting history about Schofield Barracks and the
25thInfantry division. Are you interested in history? Volunteers are needed to create
archival mounts using the museums archives and database. Are historical videos more up
your alley? How about helping out and transferring them from video to CD? Want to do a
little bit of everything? You will get the chance…rotation is practiced at the museum.
Museum hours are 10-4 Tuesday to Saturday. Work shifts are 10-1 and 1-4. For
additional information call 808-655-0438.
U.S. Vets: The mission of U.S. Vets is to create conditions for the greatest number of
homeless veterans to reach their highest level of independence. We need volunteers to
assist in a wide range of supportive service programs including: employment and work
therapy programs, food service-hosting and providing special meals, community-based
primary health care, money management training, life skills programs, job skills training,
facilitating small group recreational activities/sports, etc. For more information on how to
get involved please contact us! U.S. Vets @ 808.682.9000 .You can also visit our website
at: www.usvetsinc.org
The Fisher House located near Tripler Army Medical Center has several volunteer
opportunities including: rides for families to the commissary and PX, meals (brought to
or made at the house), planning holiday events, public relations/marketing, organizing
incoming donations, computer skills, and groups of volunteers for food/paper drives. If
interested in any position please contact office 808-433-1291 ext 28 or Anita at 808-4898261. Visit our website at www.triplerfisherhouse.com
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Child and Youth Services Middle School and Teen Program Hey teens! We have
volunteer positions available that can be used towards employment, college entrance and
scholarship applications. Join now!! We provide regular opportunities for youth to
contribute. Volunteer with Keystone and Torch Club for leadership, become a member of
the Pacific Teen Panel or Youth Leadership Forum. Participate in Youth of the Year
National contest, Operation Military Kid, Wonderwise and Read to Me service learning
initiatives. Annual community service projects include Whale Watch, 4th of July
Celebration, Family Fun Fests, and Make A Difference Day. Middle School Directors:
Aliamanu Military Reservation 808.833.0920; Fort Shafter: 808.438.1487; Helemano
Military Reservation 808.653.0717; Schofield Barracks: 808.655.0451 Visit:
www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/middle-school-a-teen-center.
CYS Youth Fitness and Sports needs Youth Sports volunteer coaches. Looking for
dedicated and positive individuals who would like to volunteer their time to help the
youth of our military community develop sport skills and knowledge, good
sportsmanship, and teamwork. Youth Sports programs include Basketball, Cheerleading,
Baseball, Soccer, and Flag Football. Volunteers must complete background checks and
certification through the National Youth Sports Coaches Association. Contact Youth
Sports Directors as soon as possible to inquire about coaching opportunities. Sports and
Fitness Coordinator: 808.656.1601; Schofield: 808.655.6465; Helemano Military
Reservation: 808.655.0883; AMR: 808.836.1923; Ft. Shafter: 808.836.1923
Visit our website: www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/youth-sports
Community Chapel needs you!!! Do you have office skills??? Your Chapel needs you.
Volunteers are currently needed for clerical work on Schofield. Please call Schofield
Barracks: Main Post Chapel 808.655.9198
AMR Chapel needs you… Do you enjoy gardening or handyman type work? Any
creativity in your bones? How about building bulletin boards? Like the phone? You can
field calls!!! If interested in any position please call AMR Chapel 808.836.4599
Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for individuals who would like to work at
the information desk to greet and assist veterans who are coming in for their clinical
appointments. Additionally, volunteers are utilized in areas of general clerical support,
assisting staff in caring for patients, providing information services and recreational
therapy. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 808.433.0109. Van drivers are also
needed to provide van service for veterans who are unable to get to the VA or Tripler
Army Medical Center for their appointments. Please call 808.433.7752. Visit our website
at www.hawaii.va.gov/volunteer.htm.
Military Volunteer Opportunities
BOSS is a Morale, Welfare, and Recreation program for single Soldiers. Join BOSS on
one of our volunteer & recreational outings. We work with groups within the community,
such as March of Dimes, Big Brothers/Sisters, and Bowl Games of Hawaii. We also work
with programs exclusive to our Army family and EFMP. Check the BOSS Bulletin Board
at Schofield Barracks PX and our office in the Tropics. For more information: BOSS
Office: 808-655-1130.
Visit our website at www.mwrarmyhawaii.com/recreation‐and‐leisure/boss
The Family Readiness Group (FRG) As part of the Army Family you can contribute to
your unit’s overall readiness and become an essential part of the mission. Become
involved in your unit’s FRG. Each of these groups plays an important role in the
effectiveness of a Soldier’s ability to do their job. Knowing that someone will be there to
lend a hand when they are away makes all the difference. By getting involved, you will
meet new friends, become part of a team, and play an important role in the unit. For more
information on how to start a Family Readiness Group or to find out how to join
established groups check out the website www.armyfrg.org.
Hui O’Na Wahine Thrift Shop at Schofield Barracks The benefits of working at the
Hui O’Na Wahine Thrift Shop: First pick of new items, FREE child care (up to 16 hrs per
month at a Child Development Center), MORE on consignments, half-priced items, and a
great way to meet new people and a lot of fun!! Also, Coffee groups and Units are
welcome!! Open Tuesdays and Thursdays plus the 1st Saturday of the month: 9-1; closed
3rd Thursday of the month; For more information please call 808.624.3254
Hui O’Wahine Thrift Shop at Fort Shafter The benefits of working here include first
pick of new items, 1/2 off TSP purchases to regular volunteers, have lots of fun, and meet
new people. Volunteers are needed during and after store hours to setup displays
throughout the store, help arrange the furniture etc., sorting, pricing, cleaning and
bagging. Volunteer Delivery Drivers needed for larger furniture items on an as needed‟
basis. Owning a truck/van would be helpful. We need data entry, people friendly
volunteers to work consignments from 9:00 to 10:30. Open Tuesday and Friday 9:001:00, Thursday 2:00-6:00. Please call the Fort Shafter Thrift Shop at 808.842.1074( ask
for Manager) if you are interested or come by Bldg. 342.
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Goodwill Industries of Hawaii Volunteers needed for retail store support at thrift store
locations. These stores help fund programs that assist people with disabilities to train for
and find jobs. Call 808.836.9675.Visit our website at www.higoodwill.org.
Ka’ewai Elementary in Kalihi seeks volunteers to tutor students in reading 1-2 hours a
week, from 10 am to 1 pm M-F. Tutoring sessions are one-to-one and last 20 minutes
each. Opportunities are also available to work with small groups of kindergartners.
Training and all materials provided. Contact AmeriCorps VISTA at 808.832.3500.
Blood Bank of Hawaii Service opportunities include: deliver blood to hospitals, escort
donors during donation process, work at donation center or blood drive, provide
administrative and clerical support, telephone donors to confirm appointments, host
donor refreshment area. Please call Winnie Mokiao @ 808.848.4734 .Visit our website at
www.bbh.org.
The Hawaiian Humane Society Volunteers needed: adoption assistant, advocacy,
behavior helpline associates, cat trainer, dog exerciser, groomer, kennels, trainer, and
walker, facilities & grounds maintenance, office & administrative support, foster care,
special events and promotions and more! Ages 8-13 may volunteer with parent or other
responsible adult. Training provided. Please call 808.356.2216. Visit our website
www.hawaiianhumane.org.
Kidney Foundation seeks volunteers to assist with general office assignments, answer
phones, write articles, review brochures, assist at community health fairs and events.
Training is provided. Please call 808.589.5961.
K-9 Animal Rescue League Hawaii‟s first no-kill animal shelter, located in Waianae, K9 Animal Rescue League needs volunteers to help care for the animals. Call
808.696.4357 for information.
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Hawaii Meals on Wheels Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver hot lunches to
homebound elderly. You must be available at least one day a week M-F 1.5 to 2 hours
during a lunch or a dinner period. Car and insurance required. Can be completed
individually or on a team rotation basis. Please call 808.988.6747. Visit our website:
www.hmow.org.
Diamond Head Theatre Needs volunteers in the box office for daytime and show times,
gardening, scene shop and costume shop, spotlight operators, dressers, ushers, canteen
and beverage bar for weekday and performance nights.
Please call Melinda Lucas at the following number 808.733.0277 ext 310 and please visit
our website www.diamondheadtheatre.com/about/index.html
Friendly Neighbor Program A volunteer-based program helping Waikiki seniors
maintain independence at home by assistance with grocery shopping, transportation,
monitoring blood pressure, exercise, errands, and light housecleaning. No experience
necessary. For more info, please call 808-926-8032 .Visit our website
www.waikikihc.org/services/services/senior_services
Family Literacy Program of Hawaii Volunteers are needed to help run educational
activities for children and parents including reading books aloud, helping with an art or
writing activities. Call Tamara Martinez 808.721.4303 or email
[email protected] Visit our website www.hawaiiliteracy.org
Lanakila Meals on Wheels Needs drivers to deliver meals to elderly. For additional
information, please call 808.531.0555 or visit www.lanakilapacific.org
Hanauma Bay Education Program Seeking volunteers to answer visitor questions, lead
interpretive talks and promote good reef etiquette. Benefits include extensive training and
ongoing educational opportunities. Call 808-394-1374 or email [email protected].
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Needs volunteers for programs, Walk MS, Bike MS, services, special events, and clerical
functions, group leaders, advocacy, companions, and speakers. M-F 8:30am to 4pm.
Please call 808.532.0806.
Visit our website www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/HIH/index.aspx.
American Cancer Society of Hawaii Volunteers are needed to assist in clerical duties
and to drive cancer patients to and from their doctor/cancer therapy appointments .Please
contact us at 808-595-7504 to sign up. To learn more about the American Cancer Society
visit our website www.cancer.org .
Kuakini Health System Seeking volunteers to provide services in both patient care and
non-patient care areas and clerical support, including gift shop and information desks.
Also available is the Student Volunteer Program. For more information, please call
808.547.9184 or visit our website at
www.kuakini.org/ProgramsServices/pro_VolunteerAuxillary.asp
River of Life Mission has exciting volunteer opportunities for lawyers, hairstylists,
drivers, and cooks as well as food servers, general cleanup, clothing sorters, clerical,
receptionists, and kitchen assistants. Come in for an hour or an entire shift! Open M-F
7am to 6pm. Please contact us at 808.524.7656. Visit us at www.riveroflifemission.org
Friendly Hospital Visitors The Hawaii Department of Health Development Disabilities
Division needs volunteers to provide one-to-one visitation, companionship, friendship,
socialization and recreational activities for adult residents with developmental
disabilities/mental retardation in health care facilities. Six month commitment required.
Please call 808.733.9191 for additional information.
Kaiser Permanente needs volunteers to read stories to children waiting for their
appointment in pediatric clinic waiting rooms, 8 am to 5 pm Mon-Fri and 8 am to noon
Saturdays. For additional information, please call 808-432-0000.
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) of Hawaii Volunteer or learn about upcoming
local events. Please call our Volunteer Coordinator, Adrianna O’donnell at 808.593.4454,
or email at [email protected] or email [email protected]. Visit our website at
www.mda.org
Coalition for a Drug Free Hawaii Volunteer your time and skills while helping and
giving back to your community. Call Susan Oka at 808.545.3228x26. Check out our
website at www.drugfreehawaii.org
Queen’s Medical Center Seeking enthusiastic and caring volunteers to assist in a variety
of duties throughout the hospital for the Volunteer Program. The Summer Student
program offers great eye-opening opportunities for students. Must be over the age of 15
years to volunteer. If you are interested in learning more about the medical care
profession please call 808.547.4397. Visit our website
http://www.queenmedicalcenter.net.
CASA—Court Appointed Special Advocates - The Family Court on Oahu is seeking
volunteer Guardians to advocate for the best interest of children who are victims of child
abuse and neglect. Advocates speak up for the child in court, conduct investigations,
write reports to the court and monitor the progress of the case. No special experience or
legal background is required. Training is provided. Contact Volunteer Guardians Ad
Litem Program at 808-954-8124. Check out our website www.casahawaii.org
The Life Foundation As an AIDS service organization we need transportation aids,
child care assistants and receptionists. Licensed massage therapists, hair stylists, and
acupuncturists are also needed. Training provided. Please contact us at 808.521.2437
.Visit our website at www.lifefoundation.org.
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Honolulu Looking for adults to mentor children ages 6-16
from single parent homes. One-on-one mentoring. Training and support are provided.
Volunteers also needed for special events and for admin support. Please call
808.521.3811 or 808.695.4568 and visit our website at www.bigshonolulu.org
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Legal AID Society of Hawaii Seeks volunteers to serve as clerks, legal assistants, legal
secretaries, paralegals and accountant assistants. Call 808.536.4302. Visit our website at
www.legalaidhawaii.org
Road to Recovery American Cancer Society In need of volunteers who have a car and
can drive at least one morning a month to transport patients to treatment centers.
Honolulu 808.595.7544.
Olelo Community Television Can use volunteers for general production, on air talent
and other tasks. Experience not necessary, training provided. visit our website at
www.olelo.org. Call 808.834.0007 for more info.
Friends of the He’eia State Park In need of volunteers to help beautify the state park
grounds on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 8:30-11:00 am. For
additional information email [email protected] Visit our website
www.friendsofheeia.com
St. Francis Hospice Seeks volunteers to work with terminally ill patients and their
families in the home setting and the Nuuanu and Ewa facilities. Provide companionship
and personal care to patients, run errands, light housekeeping and respite, provide office
support to include answering the phone, greeting visitors and clerical assistance, assist at
special events, and those who speak Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Laotian,
Filipino and Chinese. Please contact us at 808.547.8142 Visit our website at
www.stfrancishawaii.org
Friends of Iolani Palace Seeking volunteers to work as docents, guardians, greeters and
gallery hosts/hostesses. Seasonal positions are also available for ages 15 and older.
Training provided. For additional information, please contact our Volunteer Department
Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00a to 4:00p at 808.522.0821 Visit our website
www.iolanipalace.org
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Leeward Community College Theatre Needs volunteers for ushering, concession sales,
artist receptions, and much more. For information please contact Volunteer Opportunities
at 808.455.0386. Feel free to visit our website lcctheatre.hawaii.edu.
Institute for Human Services Oahu’s largest 24-hour/7 days a week emergency walk-in
shelters with opportunities for individual volunteers or groups. IHS also has internships
available to qualified individuals with flexible scheduling. One shelter offers essential
emergency service to homeless men, and one to women and families with children. IHS
serves an average of 800 meals per day and offers case management among other things.
Additional opportunities in the Business and Accounting offices and HR department.
Teachers needed to teach computer classes for children and adults. For additional
information, please contact our Volunteer Manager at 808-447-2800 Visit our website at
www.ihshawaii.org
Family Programs Hawaii ‘Project Visitation’ Volunteers needed to bring together
brothers and sisters separated through foster care. Help maintain family relationships by
facilitating monthly visits. Donate 6-8 hours monthly, including scheduling visits, pickup and drop-off of siblings, and supervision of visits. A background check, training and
coordination of visits are required. Must be flexible and have a patient heart. Minimum
commitment of six months to one year required. Please call 808.521.9531 ext 0 visit our
website www.FamilyProgramsHawaii.org
SADD—Soldiers Against Drunk Driving, Renee Outlaw President of SADD is looking
for Soldiers and family members to volunteer in this important service. Soldiers can take
advantage of the opportunity to obtain free rides home to avoid driving while intoxicated.
For additional information, to make donations or to assist with this program, contact Kari
Fowler at [email protected]
Catholic Charities Hawai’i Paraprofessional Services is looking for volunteers willing
to provide friendly visiting, assist with reading or writing and providing escort services to
independent elders 60 and older living on Oahu. http://www.catholiccharitieshawaii.com
Please contact Joyann Yoshikawa at 808.527.4780 or
[email protected] or Peter Reyes at 808.527.4701 or
[email protected]
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Adopt-A-Highway is a public service program for volunteers to pick up litter along
Hawaii’s State highway. It’s a way for environmentally conscious citizens to make a
contribution to a cleaner State. In addition to a more attractive roadside, participants help
to prevent pollutants from entering our storm drains, streams and the ocean. Community
groups, churches, businesses, or individuals help maintain 2 mile section of roadside
within Hawaii’s State Highway System for a 2 year period. The Adopt-A-Highway
program provides a great opportunity to promote civic responsibility, community pride,
and camaraderie within organizations. On Oahu, you can call 808.831.6815 for mor
information or visit our website at http://hawaii.gov/dot/highways/adopt-a-highway
Adopt-A-Beach Hawaii runs monthly beach cleanups and other eco-events, collects data
on marine debris and works to improve recycling systems at local beach parks on the
island of Oahu. You can help Adopt A Beach by volunteering for a beach cleanup (by
yourself or with a group), contributing community appreciation gifts or donating money.
For additional information, please contact Marlu at Office: 808.637.2211 or Cell:
808.542.0226 or our website http://adoptabeachhawaii.com
Honolulu Habitat for Humanity (HHH) affiliated with the worldwide movement of
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). Our goal is to use local resource to eliminate
poverty housing on Oahu. We recruit help from individuals, churches, and businesses
who work together in equal partnership with families in need. 64 homes have been
completed since 1988. Honolulu Habitat for Humanity will also build new homes in
partnership with at least three more families in 2011. Volunteer Page
http://www.honoluluhabitat.org/get-involved.html For information about HHH
http://www.honoluluhabitat.org/about-honolulu-habitat.html Contact Info:
http://www.honoluluhabitat.org/contact-honolulu-habitat.html Additional offices:
http://www.honoluluhabitat.org/hawaii-honolulu-affiliates.html
At Bristol Hospice we provide a bridge in the continuum of care delivery system:
focusing on pain and symptom management related to end-of-life needs. Our focus is on
providing family centered approach in the delivery of hospice service throughout our
communities to meet the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the hospice
patients and their families/caregivers. For additional info or to volunteer please contact
Caroline at 808.536.8012 or check out our website http://www.bristolhospice.com
Military Volunteer Opportunities
Honolulu Locations
Operation Homefront provides direct services to alleviate a military family’s or
individual’s actual/complete emergency financial burden, counseling and/or recovery
support. Emergency financial assistance in the form of checks paid directly to mortgage
lenders, auto mechanics, contractors, hospitals, doctors, dentists, and other providers.
Other emergency funding assistance, which an applicant receives within 24 to 72 hours,
includes financial assistance, emergency food, emergency home repairs, critical baby
items: formula, food and diapers, home and appliance repair, furniture and household
items local moving assistance, community events Wounded Warrior Transitional Family
Housing. For additional information contact Ashley at 808.238.2233 or check out our
website at http://www.operationhomefront.net/hawaii/default.aspx
Island Hospice, a Nonprofit Health Care Provider, is currently seeking applicants for our
new Volunteer Training and Orientation Program. Our volunteers have a variety of roles:
create gifts, assist office staff with administrative and clerical tasks, assist patients and
families by running errands, assist with household chores. The Volunteer Training and
Orientation Program will cover communication and sensitivity training. For additional
information, contact Lisa Pawlak [email protected]