Volunteer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Volunteers are the lifeblood of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, providing crucial support services that are vital to the hospital and the well-being of its patients. Every day, willing volunteers donate their time and energy so that St. Jude can fulfill its mission of finding cures and providing care.

Filling a wide variety of roles throughout the hospital, the impact of volunteers extends beyond the immediate needs they meet. Whether they are playing games with children, serving tasty treats in the Kay Kafe or giving parents a much-needed break, their generosity leaves a lasting impression on all those they serve.

How to become a volunteer

Whether you'd like to give your time on an ongoing basis or short-term, there are many ways you can volunteer at our hospital in Memphis.
Volunteer Recognition

Find out more about the recent accomplishments of our volunteers and the ways you can recognize outstanding members of our St. Jude volunteer community.
Volunteer & Supervisor Spotlights

Read about the ways our volunteers and volunteer supervisors go above and beyond to serve our patients and families.
Volunteer Services Internships

Apply for one of four stipended internships we offer in the spring, summer, and fall.
VIP Newsletter

The St. Jude VIP newsletter is designed to recognize our hospital volunteers, support volunteer clubs and report on volunteer department happenings.

Other Ways to Help

At home projects - If you are unable to contribute your time or talents you can contribute craft kits, waiting room fun bags, and other supplies needed for existing programming.
Contribute supplies. We are in need of supplies for individual and group activities, our playrooms, and as gifts to patients.
Don’t live in Memphis, Tennessee? View ways you can help fundraise in your community.
Donate blood and platelets.
Become a healthy volunteer participant. Learn how you can participate in clinical research studies being conducted at St. Jude.