VOLUNTEER
The work of our volunteers is an integral part of World Medical Relief. World Medical Relief always welcomes new volunteers. With the help of our volunteers, we are able to reach more people, both locally and internationally throughout the world.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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World Medical Relief needs volunteers to help with our local and international programs. Most volunteers help with Medical Supply Sorting. For the full list of Volunteer Opportunities, visit our Volunteer Match Page. We would be happy to accommodate your interests to help you get the most out of your volunteer experience with World Medical Relief.
The volunteer opportunities are available at our HQ in Southfield, MI. The hours available are Monday through Friday from 9am - 3pm or Saturday 9am - 12 pm The hours are flexible so you can come when it is convenient for you.
We accommodate individuals and groups. The age minimum is 14. We have most Saturdays available for two Group shifts. We would love for you to spend your Saturday helping those in need from 9am - 11:30am or 1pm - 3:30pm. We need a group minimum of fifteen people to offer time in the afternoon on Saturdays.
Attention Volunteers: If you have a large group (>10), you have to call (313-866-5333) or fill out the Volunteer Form to reserve your date and time.
VOLUNTEER SATURDAYS 2025
January: 4,11, 18, 25
February: 1, 8, 15, 22
March: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
April: 5, 12, 26
May: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
June: 7, 14, 21, 28
July: 5, 12, 19, 26
August: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
September: 6, 13, 20, 27
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22
December: 6, 13, 20
2025 Events Save-the-Date
Welcome Back Students: January 27
Volunteer Picnic: August 17
Welcome Back Students: October 5
Annual Gala: TBD
Volunteer Christmas Party: December 17
In 2025, World Medical Relief is closed:
January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
April 18 - Good Friday
May 26 - Memorial Day
July 4 - Independence Day
September 1 - Labor Day
November 27 & 28 - Thanksgiving
December 24 (2025) through January 1 (2026) - Christmas & New Years
You are welcome to join us, it's a lot of fun and you are very kind for contributing to the good of humanity, helping the poor and the needy around the globe. We are very appreciative of our volunteers. Thank you to all our volunteers!
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