Volunteering

THE HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM'S WAITING LIST FOR 2026 IS NOW OPEN AS OF MARCH 25,2026. Note that you will receive an email if you made the list and volunteer opportunities are limited to need.

Instructions to join the Waiting List are:

Student must be 16 years of age to be on the list. Verification will be required.
Send email to volunteer_services@washingtonhealth.com with the following information:
1. Subject line to read potential Volunteer's name
2. In the body of the email please add the following:
  1. Student Name
  2. Current grade at time of email and school name that student attends (IF YOU ARE IN YOUR SENIOR YEAR, please do NOT apply as the onboarding process is long. Please join our college volunteer program after you graduate in 2026
  3. Cell number
  4. Email address

Once the waiting list is at capacity, it will be closed. Then an invite for the Prospective Volunteer Information session will be sent depending on volunteer needs at Washington Health.

Washington Health Service League Volunteers

Volunteer Services Department - Washington West
2500 Mowry Ave., Suite 100
Fremont, CA 94538
Tel: (510) 818-7465
Email: volunteer_services@washingtonhealth.com

The Washington Health Service League volunteers work closely with Hospital professionals to help provide care and support to Washington Health patients, families and visitors.

Click Here to Learn More About Becoming a Volunteer.

"Random Staffing" Volunteering

Random staffing is a way to volunteer at Washington Health. We are always seeking new adult members who are looking for an opportunity to volunteer on the days and times that work best for you. With this new program, volunteers don't have to make a long-term commitment to a set schedule. Now, you may sign up online for the date and time that fits into your personal schedule. If you are interested in joining us, please attend the next Volunteer Information session.

There are many volunteer opportunities available, including:

Nurse Unit Assist
No One Dies Alone (NODA)
Infusion Therapy
Special Care Nursery - Cuddling
Birthing Center
Surgery Liaison
Washington Radiation Oncology
Birthing Center Tours

Main Hospital and Washington West Lobbies
Gift Shop
Mended hearts
Play piano in Main Hospital lobby
Institute for Joint Replacement
Imaging
Better Breathers
Quilting Group
Puppets and Hankies
Prenatal Diagnostics
Birth Certificates
Special Projects (Diaper Cakes for 2S, Urine Test Kits, Patient Bags, and Community Events as applicable
"WOOF" (dog therapy)

About the Washington Health Service League

The mission of the Washington Health Service League is to make a difference by helping others.

Volunteers work closely with Washington Health professionals to do just that -- providing care and support to Washington Health patients, families and visitors.

Since its founding in 1955, three years before Washington Health actually opened its doors, the Washington Health Service League has provided more than 1.8 million hours of service and donated more than $2.2 million to the Hospital.

For more information about Washington Health Service League, please call the Volunteer Department at 510.818.7465.

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