Volunteer Categories
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Shriner Volunteers - are fraternity members supporting the hospital through their local Shriners chapter
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Auxiliary Volunteers - are volunteers who are voted in, pay annual dues and qualify for added perks
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Individual Volunteers - are individuals who support the hospital by dedicating time & talent. Download volunteer application.
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Group Volunteers - are church groups, service clubs, businesses, etc., who support the hospital by dedicating time & talent.
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Junior Volunteers - are teen volunteers who are at least 16 years of age and have a signed parental consent.
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Fundraiser Events - For suggestions on how you can help through fundraising efforts, call the public relations department at (409) 770-6600 or e-mail ldjones@shrinenet.org.
Volunteer Groups
Most of the events that take place at the hospital are limited to patients, families, staff and volunteers. However, the hospital welcomes groups offering on-site activities for patients and families.
One example of a volunteer group activity is the monthly World of Art visit. This unique volunteer group visits once a month with a special presentation and a hands-on art project. On average, 20 patients and family members participate.
The holidays are a popular time when the hospital hosts a variety of visitors. Each year, more than 20 different groups visit during December, offering hands-on projects, dances, music concerts, games and other fun activities for patients and families.
For more information on group volunteer opportunities, download the group volunteer application or contact Clemmie White at (409) 770-6604 or e-mail: cjwhite@shrinenet.org.
Hospital Tours
Tours of the hospital are offered weekdays between 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The hospital welcomes groups to visit and see what Shriners Hospitals for Children® in Galveston is all about. Group visits must be scheduled in advance. Saturday visits must be scheduled in advance and consist of no less than five guests.
Children under the age of 16 are not allowed to participate in hospital tours due to infection control issues.
To schedule your next visit, please contact Janelle Narido at (409) 770-6975 or e-mail jnarido@shrinenet.org.
Community Involvement
School Presentations - Grades 5 through 12
Shriners Hospitals for Children® in Galveston has an extensive program for school groups visiting the hospital. The program offers an overview of the 22 Shriners Hospitals and presentations from staff members from many departments.
Age appropriate presentations include:
- General information about Shriners Hospitalsfor Children®
- Burn prevention
- Departmental presentations, including: child life, music therapy, medical sculpture, nursing services and more!
Visits must be scheduled in advance. To schedule your visit, call the public relations department at (409) 770-6975 or e-mail jnarido@shrinenet.org.