Help make the world a better place
We have one of the largest volunteer departments in New York City. We appreciate our volunteers and community partner organizations, who are committed to our vision of bringing compassionate, warm, and exceptional care to our patients. Ranging in age from 14 to 90, our volunteers reflect our community’s rich ethnic and religious diversity, speak more than 45 languages, and work in various settings, such as nursing units, the emergency department, administrative offices, and support service departments.
You can also help your community by donating blood
Our volunteer opportunities
We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities, including:
- Emergency Department Volunteer Program
- Hospitality Program
- Labor Coach Support (Doula) Program
- Mended Hearts Program
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Cuddler Program
- Pediatric Volunteers, including Child Life, Creative Arts, and Education
- Pet Therapy Program
- Postpartum Support Program
- Refreshment Cart Volunteers
- Sabbath Candles
- Welcome Box Program
- Women’s Auxiliary
Learn more about all our volunteer opportunities
Volunteering is a commitment
The minimum volunteer time commitment is two four-hour shifts per week; however, certain programs have more specific commitment requirements. Being consistent matters more than how many hours you volunteer. Because we must coordinate many volunteers’ schedules, we must be able to depend on your attendance. Also, please understand that volunteer service does not lead to paid employment at Maimonides. We happily provide a letter of recommendation for volunteers who have given at least 150 hours of satisfactory service.
If you are interested in volunteering, please see the instructions below to download and return an application form and questionnaire or call us at 718-283-3980 to receive forms by mail. All volunteers must have medical clearance; provide personal references; and undergo an interview, background check, orientation, and any necessary specialized training. Volunteers will receive a meal voucher for the hospital cafeteria and discounted parking garage privileges.
We appreciate our volunteers
We appreciate our volunteers! Our Department of Volunteer and Student Services holds five volunteer recognition ceremonies every year. At a recent recognition luncheon, we celebrated the long-term commitment of Helene Greene and Sandra Celentano:
Thank you, community partners
We have strong relationships with generous community agencies and organizations:
- Bikur Cholim Chesed Organization
- Chai Lifeline
- Federation of Italian-American Organizations of Brooklyn
- HASC
- N’shei C.A.R.E.S. Agudah Women of America
- Ohel Children’s Home and Family Services
- Pesha Elias Bikur Cholim D’Bobov
- Rivkah Laufer Bikur Cholim
- Starlight Children’s Foundation
- Sunrise on Wheels
- The Good Dog Foundation
- Women’s League
Learn more about our community partners
College affiliation
Maimonides is a major teaching hospital and plays a crucial role in training healthcare professionals in our region. Students from more than 40 New York State colleges, universities, and health career schools are assigned to Maimonides every year to complete their internship programs and clinical rotations.
Apply to become a volunteer
To become a volunteer, please complete the following applicable forms:
All volunteers including adults and high school students are required to complete the Medical Clearance Forms. These forms will be provided after receipt of your volunteer application.
Accepted formats for submission include PDF and Microsoft Word Documents (as attachments). If you mail your application, it should be printed single-sided.
Please complete and return by email to Volunteer@maimo.org or mail to:
Department of Volunteer and Student Services
Maimonides Health
5014 Fort Hamilton Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11219