Volunteer opportunities
Whatever you have to give, there is a meaningful way to give it here.
Patient Companion
4 hrs / weekAccompany patients to appointments and offer a reassuring presence.
Awareness Educator
FlexibleLead talks in schools, churches and markets on prevention and detection.
Screening Support
Event-basedHelp run logistics and registration at our screening drives.
Skills Volunteer
RemoteOffer design, writing, legal or medical expertise from anywhere.
The benefits of giving back
Our volunteers tell us they receive far more than they give. Here is what you can expect when you join the Makiswmed family.
- Comprehensive training and certification
- A warm community of like-minded changemakers
- Flexible scheduling that respects your life
- Verifiable service hours and references
- Direct, visible impact on real lives
- Invitations to exclusive events and retreats
Register as a volunteer
Tell us a little about yourself and how you'd like to help. Our volunteer team will reach out within 48 hours with next steps and training details.
What we ask of volunteers
- Be 18 years or older (16+ for youth programs)
- Complete a short orientation and training
- Commit to your chosen schedule with reliability
- Treat every patient with warmth and confidentiality
What our volunteers say
“Makiswmed turned the most frightening year of our lives into one where we never felt alone. Their navigators are angels in scrubs.”
“As a partner hospital, the equipment and training Makiswmed provided has doubled the number of patients we can treat each month.”
“Volunteering with Makiswmed gave my retirement meaning. Every screening drive reminds me why showing up matters.”
“Transparent, compassionate and relentless. We have proudly funded their work for five years and see exactly where it goes.”