- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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40 people are interested
Save lives as a group! Help us sort & pack medical supplies at MedWish!
ORGANIZATION: MedWish International
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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40 people are interested
Founded in 1993, MedWish International is a not-for-profit organization that saves lives and the environment by repurposing discarded medical supplies and equipment to provide humanitarian aid to people in need.
You can save lives! This volunteer program offers individuals and groups the opportunity to make a difference. Join us as we sort and pack lifesaving medical supplies to support healthcare providers around the world.
If you have a corporate team or small group that would like to create a personalized volunteer experience at our MedWish facility, we welcome the help! We have hosted corporate groups, civic engagement groups, schools, churches, and birthday parties!
Ongoing shifts are available twice daily Tuesday - Friday; 9:30a-11:30a and 1:30p-3:30p.
We have made several donations of PPE to local community organizations and agencies. To learn more about our COVID-19 response, visit: https://www.medwish.org/covid19/
We are following CDC guidelines and have made adjustments to the volunteer program to maintain the health and safety of all volunteers, guests, and staff. Masks are required, and distancing measures are in place.
Please contact our Volunteer Program Manager at 216-692-1685 x77 or volunteer@medwish.org for more details.
More opportunities with MedWish International
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About MedWish International
Location:
1625 E. 31st St., Cleveland, OH 44114, US
Mission Statement
MedWish International is a non-profit organization committed to the recovery and recycling of usable medical supplies area healthcare providers must discard. These life-saving supplies are made available to those providing medical care in developing countries throughout the world.
Description
Globally, the MedWish International program improves the quality of medical care available to the underserved around the world; locally, we are effectively reducing the amount of solid waste deposited in landfills. MedWish International also serves as a resource for local health-care professionals and charitable organizations interested in global health. We rely on regular volunteers to aid us in recovering supplies from our local area, sorting and packing the supplies for our recipients, and educating the community (local, national and global) about our mission.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1625 E. 31st St.Cleveland, OH 44114
DATE POSTED
November 3, 2021
SKILLS
- Healthcare
- Environmental Education
- Disaster Response
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- Orientation or Training
- Our daily shifts are Tuesday - Friday 9:30a-11:30, and 1:30p-3:30p.
- Closed toe shoes and completed volunteer waiver