Who Volunteers and Why?
Our volunteers comprise an array of people of various ages, race, religion and experiences. Volunteers must be at least 14.
Volunteers have many reasons for giving their time, including:
- Exposure to the health-care field
- Job experience
- Requirement for academic achievement and recognition programs
- Sharing knowledge and experience with others
- Social needs
- Staying active
- The genuine desire to give back
Active volunteers receive:
- A 20 percent discount in the Great River Medical Center Gift Shop on days they volunteer
- A meal coupon worth $4 when volunteering at least four hours in one day
- A one-year membership to Great River Center for Rehabilitation’s pool or fitness center for completing 160 hours of service in a 12-month period
- A yearly flu vaccination
- An invitation to the annual Great River Friends recognition event
- Free Great River Health Systems holiday dinner