Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at My Possibilities. Whether as an individual or with a corporate, civic or religious group, there are some great ways to utilize your gifts and make a difference.

 

We want to make your volunteer experience at MP a good one. We have 3 central elements which make volunteering at MP a different experience:

Exposure = seeing the world and people in a different way. Exposure leads to empathy and empathy leads to compassion.

Learning = we hope when you leave MP, you can say that you learned something new!

Impact = knowing that your time and efforts make a difference

 

 

You can find the Volunteer Application. 

Here are some ways to get connected to MP through volunteerism:

 

 

FOR GROUPS:

Day of Inclusion

Our signature volunteer offering for groups, you will spend a morning or afternoon in the Center for Lifelong Learning. Tour the program and then join in a class with our HIPsters. This 2-hour experience offers a lot of HIPster interaction and will challenge the way you see the world.

Here is a sample schedule for a Day of Inclusion:

2 pm – group arrives

2:10 – Orientation and What to Expect

2:20 – Tour of MP Programs

3 – Group members to assigned classroom

3:50 – Debrief and Thanks

4 pm – group depart

 

“Being at My Possibilities opened my eyes to the needs in my community, how I might be an advocate for others and at the same time – it was fun!”

-DOI participant

 

Day of Service

Usually outside, this involves beautification of our campus and other types of projects like it. While there is limited interaction with HIPsters, it is tremendously valuable to My Possibilities. This is great for groups who are not able to visit on a weekday when the program is open.

 

Special Events

Bring your team and be a part of one of our special events.

• Community Ball is our HIPster prom and gala fundraiser. Volunteer jobs include things like organizing the wine pull organization, silent auction set-up, event logistics, decorations and participant check out.
• HIPster Golf Classic is our annual golf tournament. Volunteer jobs include: greeters, directional assistance, hole-in-one verification, meal distribution and hospitality.
• North Texas Giving Day is a day of giving across North Texas and MP goes all out for it! Volunteer needs include games, HIPster activities, and meal preparation.

 

 

FOR INDIVIDUALS:

Lunchroom Support

Monitor the lunchroom and socialize with HIPsters.

1 hours shifts available from 10:30 am – 2 pm – Monday – Friday.

Must complete volunteer documents and sign confidentiality agreement.

 

Special Events

Community Ball, HIPster Golf Classic, North Texas Giving Day are great opportunities to give some of your time and talents to the MP mission. From behind the scenes to event logistics, we are always looking for dedicated and motivated volunteers.

Availability based on event schedule and needs.

Must complete volunteer documents, sign confidentiality agreement. If volunteering with HIPsters, must pass criminal background check.

 

Community Based Instructions

CBI’s are when HIPSters go beyond the walls of MP and into the community for learning, engagement and fun. Join an MP Staff Member and accompany HIPsters on some awesome adventures in the community.

Availability based on CBI schedule each semester.

Must complete volunteer documents, sign confidentiality agreement, volunteer for 2 hours in lunchroom support and pass criminal background check.

 

HIPster Socials

 

Socials happen once a month and vary in their offerings. Dances, parties and bowling are just some of the activities that are offered to our HIPsters. Join the staff and  

Availability based on event calendar each semester.

Must complete volunteer documents, sign confidentiality agreement, volunteer for 2 hours in lunchroom support and pass criminal background check.

 

Classroom Helper

Assist with Staff Member teaching in one of the classes. Interact with HIPster learning and help facilitate as needed by the program instructor.

Availability based on class schedule each semester. Most classes are 1-2 hours in length.

Must complete volunteer documents, sign confidentiality agreement, volunteer for 2 hours in lunchroom support and pass criminal background check.

 

MP Board Member

If you would like information about becoming a board member, please contact Karen Wald, Chair of the Board, at kwald@mptx.org. My Possibilities’ all-volunteer Board of Directors is made up of dedicated individuals with a wide variety of skill sets, all with a passion for the organization and a desire to help it succeed

 

If any of these interest you, please complete our Volunteer Application. [link here]

 

Once your application has been received, our staff will be in touch with you. Please allow 2-3 business days.

 

Thank you again for your interest in sharing your time and talents with My Possibilities. We look forward to having you as a part of our volunteer team.