Student Volunteer Program
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Student Volunteer Program
Overview: A funded program that gives high school students the opportunity to explore careers in healthcare while providing services to Backus Hospital patients and staff. Offers volunteer opportunities, mentorship, career development, and career shadowing experiences.
Geographic Scope: Connecticut, US (Backus Hospital, Norwich, CT)
Funding Source: Donor dollars
Program Focus
- Volunteer opportunities for high school students
- Career exploration in healthcare fields
- Mentorship from healthcare professionals
- Career development and professional growth
- Career shadowing experiences
- Patient and staff interaction
- Goal: Encourage student volunteers to pursue higher education or vocational training in healthcare careers
Application Timeline
- Application Period: August through December (follows academic calendar)
- Rolling admissions: Applications accepted throughout the application window
Eligibility
- High school students
- Interest in exploring healthcare careers
- Available to commit to volunteer schedule
Contact Information
Email: Backus.Volunteers@hhchealth.org
Phone: 860.823.6320
Volunteer & Guest Services Department
Location: Backus Hospital, 326 Washington Street, Norwich, CT 06360
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Application Period: August through December (rolling admissions)
2. Application Method: Online application form ("Apply to Volunteer Today" link)
3. Required Information:
- Complete volunteer application form
- Contact information
- School and grade information
- Healthcare interest areas
- Availability and scheduling information
4. Questions/Support: Contact Volunteer & Guest Services at backus.volunteers@hhchealth.org or 860.823.6320
5. Interview Process: Interviews conducted after application submission
6. Health/Background Requirements: Standard volunteer health and background clearance may apply
Key Details
- Rolling admissions during August-December window
- Program follows academic calendar
- Flexible scheduling for students
What The William W Backus Hospital actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 5
- Total given
- $46K
- Median grant
- $10K
- Range
- $5,500–$15K
- By dollars: Connecticut 100%. Top recipient cities: Norwich, CT; New Haven, CT; New London, CT.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
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