In 1974, Howard Brown was founded by four volunteers that made an impact and changed healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. With 11 health clinics, 3 resale shops and events across Chicago, we have many opportunities for you to support our programs and projects.
New Volunteers
Volunteering with Howard Brown Health is contingent upon successfully completing our pre-volunteer screening process which includes your (1) Application, (2) Orientation, (3) CANTS Form submission, (4) Self-Paced Trainings, and (5) MBI Background Check.
Note: If under 18 years old, you are required to complete the Volunteers Under 18 Form signed by your legal guardian.
Our Current Volunteer Requirements
Upload your completed CANTS Form (Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System). The blank CANTS Form can be found here.
This form requires a HANDWRITTEN signature. The State does not allow DocuSign, electronic or other 3rd party signatures.
To upload forms, visit: Sign In > MY PROFILE tab > click “Additional Info” section > under “Administration” section, click “Choose File” next to the form you want to upload.
Note: If under 18 years old, the HANDWRITTEN signature needs to come from your legal guardian and they need to complete the Volunteers Under 18 Form.
Complete the 4 Self-Paced Trainings and Upload Certificates for HIPAA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Mandated Reporting Training which you can access after you submit your application.
To access trainings, visit: Sign In > MY PROFILE tab > click “Trainings”
To upload forms, visit: Sign In > MY PROFILE tab > click “Additional Info” section > under “Administration” section, click “Choose File” next to the form you want to upload.
We are a federally qualified health center and require background screenings. Upon completion of the volunteer orientation, you will receive an email from MBI Worldwide Background Checks & Drug Screening (info@mbiworldwide.com) titled “Please complete your background check for Howard Brown Health Center” to initiate your background check. The link is only valid for 7 days and you will need to pass the background check to volunteer with us.
Note: Please be sure to utilize a browser such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when clicking on the link in their email. It is NOT RECOMMENDED that you use Internet Explorer, as this may prevent you from accessing the link.
Please contact volunteer@howardbrown.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Corporate Volunteer Hour Match Program
Your employer may match your volunteer hours with charitable donations. Many companies will match an employee’s time volunteering, including volunteering at Howard Brown, with a financial gift – and the donations help us do important things!
This employer match must be initiated by the volunteer. Check with your employer to see if they have a volunteer hour matching program. If so, reach out to volunteer@howardbrown.org to start doubling your impact!
Existing Volunteers
Already registered to volunteer at Howard Brown? For details about upcoming volunteer opportunities, click the link below to visit the volunteer portal or contact us at volunteer@howardbrown.org.