Get Involved

Volunteer with the Foster Grandparent Program of Harris County (Min age: 55+) 

• Be a mentor and tutor to at-risk youth on a weekly basis (minimum of 20 hours per week). 

• Serve as a non-judgmental and consistent grandparent figure to kids who need extra love and support. 

• Common sites are head start centers, public schools, and emergency homeless shelters throughout Harris County. 

• Opportunity to earn tax-exempt stipend of $4.00 per hour and limited mileage reimbursement. To be eligible, your annual income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.  

• Contact Bea Rivas at brivas@erjcchouston.org or 713.595.8198 

Volunteer with RSVP – Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (Min. Age: 55+) 

• Connect with volunteer opportunities in your community! In Harris County, we are especially looking for volunteers to serve with Senior Medicare Patrol to provide community education to prevent senior medicare fraud.  

• Contact Maribel Arellano at marellano@erjcchouston.org or 713-595-8195 

Volunteer with Senior Companion Program of Harris County (Min. Age: 55+) 

• Enrich the lives of homebound seniors by providing support and companionship approximately 20 hours per week 

• Opportunity to earn tax-exempt stipend of $4.00 per hour and limited mileage reimbursement. To be eligible, your annual income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.  

• Contact Sandra Harris at sharris@erjcchouston.org or 713-595-8183