MarinHealth S.M.I.L.E. High School Volunteer Program
Competitive year-long hospital volunteer program (Students Making Illness a Little Easier) with only ~10 spots, focused on supporting patients and staff at MarinHealth Medical Center.
Availability is very limited, but please complete an application
High School Students (minimum 1-year commitment)
Best time to apply is between January – March each year
How to Apply
- Complete an application to be placed on the wait-list
- Attend quarterly New Volunteer Orientation
- Commit to weekly volunteer hours for 1 year
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