Volunteer Opportunities
What Does a Volunteer Do?
- Greet & assist patients and visitors
- Staff the hospital Gift Shop
- Provide comfort to patients and their families
- Work in Serenity Garden
Benefits of Volunteering
- Meet new people
- Help others in need
- Be a part of a group of individuals who share a common goal of making a difference in the lives of others
Where Will I Work?
Every effort is made to place volunteers where their skills can be utilized and their interests met. Volunteer opportunities include:
- Information desk in Medical Office Building
- Gift Shop
- Health Fairs
- Tour Guide
- Patient Support Person
- Serenity Garden
- Home Care & Hospice
Fundraising
OSF St. Francis Auxiliary members raise over $60,000 each year for medical equipment, services and programs to benefit OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group patients.
When will I work?
We want your volunteer experience to be a benefit to you, as well as to those we serve. We ask that volunteers commit to working at least one shift each month. Every effort is made to accommodate volunteers' interests and schedules.
Gift Shop: Sunday through Saturday
- M-F 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- M-F 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Medical Office Building Information Desk: Monday through Friday
- 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
- 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Serenity Garden
- Schedule varies as needed spring - fall
Become a Volunteer
It's easy to become a volunteer, and new members are always welcome!
Simply fill out our online volunteer application and we will contact you shortly. A meeting will be set up so you may tour the hospital and learn more about the various volunteer opportunities available and which may best suit your interests.
References are required and requested on the volunteer application. For more information, please contact our volunteer coordinator at (906) 786-5707, x5516.