With the economy in a recession, non profit organizations need help now more then ever. If you have a few extra hours during the week or month, why not volunteer with a local organization in Plano? This article will detail a few places that need volunteers now in Plano, Texas.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #1: Medical Center of Plano
The Medical Center of Plano is a good place to volunteer if you hope to work in the medical field someday or you simply want to help your fellow man. There are several areas you can volunteer in, so you’re sure to find somewhere that you fit in. If you are a people person, you can work as a greeter or guide. There are also volunteer opportunities at the Information Desk, Critical Care Waiting Room, Cancer Resource Center, Patient Transporters, Surgery Waiting Room, Clerical Support and much more. The first step to being a volunteer for Medical Center of Plano is to request an application to be sent to you in the mail. You can request one by phone, (972) 519-1272, or by emailing [email protected]. The Medical Center of Plano is located at 3901 West 15th Street Plano, TX 75075.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #2: Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
Another volunteer opportunity in the medical field is at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano. The hospital welcomes volunteers that are teens up to senior citizens. If you want to help, they will find a place that is right for you. Before you become a volunteer, you must first fill out an application (to do so online, click here) and attend an orientation. You must also pass a background check and a TB test. They request that you volunteer for at least four hours at a time. To start the volunteer process, fill out an application online or call (972) 981-8220. Texas Health is located at 6200 West Parker Road Plano, TX 75093.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #3: The Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, Inc.
The Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation states that they are “a Texas corporation 501(c)(3) non-profit, is an organization dedicated to promote civic pride in the past, to increase preservation awareness through education and public outreach, and to provide financial assistance to protect and preserve our heritage resources for this and future generations.” They need volunteers to help them be true to their mission statement. Volunteers are needed for special events held during the year, to work as docents when schools come to tour, to work in administration (typing, filing, etc), fund raise, etc. If you want to find out how to start the volunteer, process, call (972) 941-2117 for more information. The Conservancy is located at 901 East 15th Street (PO Box 861810) Plano Texas 75086.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #4: Big Brother Big Sister
Being a Big Brother or a Big Sister is a very rewarding thing to do. You get to make a difference in a child’s life and be their role model, someone they can come to and look up to. They request that you can volunteer at least 2-4 times a month, a few hours a week. After all you are making a commitment to a child and want to make a difference in their life. Before becoming a volunteer, you will need to pass a background check and may need to attend orientation. If this sounds like something you’d like to do, call (817) 277-1148 for more details. Big Brother Big Sister is located at 2600 Avenue K Suite 140
Plano, TX 75023.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #5: The Heritage Farmstead Museum
The Heritage Farmstead Museum is located at 1900 West 15th Street Plano, TX 75075. They need volunteers to assist them with yard work around the house as well as general upkeep to the house itself. They are also looking for volunteers who have experience with horses to help them groom the horses on the property. Call (972) 881-0140 for more information.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #6: Hope’s Door
Hope’s Door says that they “offer intervention and prevention services to individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse and to provide educational programs that enhance the community’s capacity to respond.” Volunteers for the center can answer crisis calls, read stories to kids, fundraise, work in the office, etc. To submit an application online, click here. Hope’s Door is located at 2701-C W. 15th St. #212 Plano, TX 75075.
Where to Volunteer in Plano, Texas #7: Animal Shelter
If you enjoy being around animals, the Animal Shelter in Plano needs your help. Volunteers are needed to walk dogs, socialize with animals, clean kennels, laundry attendants, etc. To volunteer, go to the shelter. They are located at 4028 W. Plano Parkway Plano, TX 75093
