Information about the program
¡Prospera! is our big, annual fundraiser....and it's always a great time.
Date: September 26th, 2025
Times: shifts vary but will generally be between 3:30pm-9:00pm
Requirements: Volunteers must be 21 yrs old or older due to the fact that alcohol is served at this event. Business casual/cocktail attire dress is also requested.
Description: Volunteer roles involve helping with various aspects of registration as well as the auction and raffle (and are in shorter shifts than the entire 3:30-9:00pm total event time.)
Farmworker Outreach Program (FOP)
Thank you to all who applied and signed up for shifts. We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 FOP events. Please check out our other volunteer opportunities in the "Ongoing Events" section.
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fully fluent in Spanish
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at least 16 years old
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able to get to and from the various sites (some of which are an hour + away from the Portland urban area)
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able to lift at least 25 lbs for set-up and break-down
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able to commit to at least 4 events
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able to work outside in the Oregon summer heat
Various Administrative Volunteer Roles
Front Desk Volunteer at our Hillsboro Clinic
Can be any day of work week (all are needed) from 11:00am-2:30pm
Requirements/Eligibility:
Must be at least 16 years old
Must be fluent in Spanish
Primary Duties:
Greeting and directing patient and visitors
Controlling the line and direct them to an open receptionist
Cleaning and disinfecting the lobby
Helping patients fill out REALD forms: explaining paperwork, and questionnaires, collecting clipboards and pens from stations and also disinfecting them
Delivering mail or boxes to staff members
Making copies of forms and other paperwork
Checking inventory of supplies and also restocking
Getting letters ready to send out, folding and stamping them
Cleaning out and organizing the filing cabinet once a month
Front Desk Volunteer at our Cornelius Clinic
Days and times flexible but will be during the regular work week
Requirements/Eligibility:
Must be at least 16 years old
Spanish bilingual skills welcomed but not required
Duties:
Greet and orient patients and family members at the first-floor desk
Maintain clothes donation area organized
Make copies
Mail
Projects (Update Emergency Plan folders for example)
Volunteer Medical Scribe
We're looking for an experienced medical scribe, preferably bilingual in English and Spanish, with a passion for improving healthcare in the Latinx community. With over 52,000 patients annually in Washington and Yamhill counties, we're dedicated to providing timely, high-quality health services for the best possible outcomes.
The ideal volunteer medical scribe will be:
Fluent in Spanish (professional/working level or higher)
Experienced as a medical scribe already (preferably with the Epic EHR system but not a requirement)
Able to volunteer on a regular basis (at least a half-day every week or every other week)
Benefits for you include:
The satisfaction of contributing to a better patient experience for those with barriers to healthcare
Building your medical experience and skills through In-person time with our Providers and Patients
Utilizing/improving your Spanish language skills
Fulfillment of hours required for your med school applications
(Possible) Recommendation letter for med school applications
The Beaverton Free Food Market
In partnership with Oregon Food Bank, provides fresh produce and dry goods to anyone who needs them.
The Beaverton Free Food Market occurs on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month.
Primary Duties:
Setup and takedown of tables
Unloading food from truck
Packing food bags and boxes
Eligibility & Commitment:
Ability to lift 35 pounds and be comfortable being on your feet for at least 3 hours
At least 16 years old
Able to commit to at least 3 shifts for a 6-month period
Newberg Free Food Market
The Newberg Free Food Market occurs weekly on Tuesdays.
Primary Duties:
Packing food bags and boxes
Monitoring food box availability and restocking cart with pre-boxed food
Organizing the food shelf
Cleaning up and properly disposing of trash
Helping patients load food boxes into their car
Comfortable working alone after initial training
Eligibility & Commitment:
At least 16 years old
Able to commit to at least 3 shifts for a 6-month period
McMinnville Free Food Market
Occurs on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at the McMinnville Clinic.
Primary Duties:
Unloading food from the truck
Pack food into boxes/bags
Eligibility & Commitment:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
At least 18 years old
Help check in participants to some of our new Wellness Classes! These shifts are just for an hour, but feel free to stay on and join the class once everyone is checked in.
Classes include: Zumba, Circuit Training, Chair Yoga, and Nutrition.
Days and times vary but usually weekdays, mid-morning or late afternoon. Spanish bilingual skills welcomed but not required.
Encore Fellowships™
Matches seasoned professionals with social impact organizations (like Viriginia Garcia) in order to boost nonprofit capacity, build strong, multigenerational teams, and give people seeking encore careers an introduction to the nonprofit sector
Observers/Shadows*
Opportunities to observe various medical professionals for a day in order to better understand possible future professional roles
Student Learners and Internships*
Paid and unpaid opportunities to gain educational and hands-on experience (and often educational credit)
Visiting Practitioners and other Medical Volunteers*
Licensed medical practitioners who volunteer their time and expertise at Virginia Garcia clinics and community events
*currently full/not accepting any applications
Twice a month, on the first and third Thursdays, the Beaverton Wellness Center hosts an event in partnership with the Oregon Food Bank. During the event, volunteers come together to pack assorted fresh and long-lasting food items into bags and boxes, which are then loaded into the cars of recipients. Get to know four of our incredible volunteers featured below.
Rita works in the travel industry and her company encourages all employees to volunteer each month. She chose Virginia Garcia because she believes in the mission and enjoys giving her time to improve existing food inequalities. In her spare time, she works on her wildlife photography skills and spends time with her two grandchildren.
Geoff was excited to find a volunteer opportunity both close to his home and that would also allow him to work on his burgeoning Spanish language skills *(fluency is not a requirement to volunteer at the Free Market, however.) He plans an extra-long lunch break so that he can volunteer then.
Corrie’s employer also encourages its employees to volunteer within the community. She heard about Virginia Garcia from a friend who is an employee and said that after her first shift, she “went home feeling like she had done worthwhile work.” She has seen the impact that volunteering has had on her own sons and encourages everyone to find a place to share their time.
Fabiola is a great example of the lifelong relationships that are built with our patients. As a recipient of both Virginia Garcia medical care and supportive food resources, she is reminded of her own family when she is loading up bags for recipients at the Beaverton Free Food Market. Fabiola will be a Freshman at PSU in the Fall and plans to pursue a career in nursing.
To find out more please connect with our volunteer coordinator.
Volunteer@vgmhc.org
503-214-1671
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