Make a Difference!

Volunteers are the heart and soul of PinkHippy.org.

Whether it is disseminating information, delivering comfort items, helping to spread the word on social media, or mentoring a newly diagnosed patient, you can make a difference.  Consider becoming a part of the PinkHippy.org community and volunteer today .

• dissemination of informational literature to local hospitals and health care centers

• community outreach to women and men's organizations and social groups

• assist with informational meetings

• assist with fundraising events

• assist with community outreach events

• co-ordinate, host, or participate in a sewing circle for after care pillows

• co-ordinate, host, or participate in a knitting or crocheting group for knitted knockers for breast cancer patients and survivors

• deliver comfort items to patients

• participate in our Bosom Buddy Network (click here for additional information)

• participate in our Reiki Network (click here for additional information)

What qualifications are needed to become a PinkHippy.org volunteer?
To become a PinkHippy.org volunteer you need to be dependable and reliable, and most importantly have a positive attitude and a willingness to help.

Are special skills necessary?
Special skills are not necessary to volunteer your time. Of course, if you have a particular area of expertise that fits with one of our volunteer opportunities then those talents would be most welcome.

What is the time commitment involved for volunteering?
You determine your own time availability based upon your life situation and commitments. Whether you choose to volunteer just once or to make a commitment over many months, you and your time are appreciated. Thank you!

What qualifications are needed to become a Bosom Buddy Network volunteer?
To become a PinkHippy.org Bosom Buddy Network volunteer you must be a breast cancer survivor and be at least 18 years of age. You should possess a positive attitude and good listening skills. All volunteers will be pre-screened by a PinkHippy.org Board Member and the Volunteer Co-Ordinator and will be required to  attend a Bosom Buddy Volunteer training meeting prior to being accepted into the Bosom Buddy Network. 

Who will I be matched with?
Bosom Buddy volunteers are matched with women or men whose breast cancer diagnosis most closely matches their own.  Age, gender and geographic location are considered as well. This careful matching process is intended to build trust and understanding, and to help the volunteer and their match relate on a common level.

How will I be contacted?
The Co-ordinator for the Bosom Buddy Network will initiate contact with the volunteer when a request is made. patients, both women and men with breast cancer, that are looking to connect with a Bosom Buddy Volunteer may contact PinkHippy.org to request the connection.


What is the time commitment involved for volunteering?
You determine your own time availability based upon your life situation and commitments.  Whether you choose to volunteer for just one meeting or to make a commitment over many months, you and your time are appreciated.  Thank you!

What qualifications are needed to become a Reiki Network volunteer?
To become a PinkHippy.org Reiki Network volunteer you must be a certified Reiki practitioner (level 2 or higher) with a minimum of 2 years of experience. You must also be at least 18 years of age.  All volunteers will be screened by a PinkHippy.org Board Member and the Volunteer Co-ordinator, and will be required to attend a Reiki Volunteer Training meeting prior to being accepted into the Reiki Network.

Where are Reiki sessions held?
Some sessions may be conducted in the hospital during chemotherapy or other treatment (with prior hospital/doctor approval). Some sessions may be conducted during scheduled reiki clinics, in private practices, or at one of our massage therapy locations.   The coordinator for the Reiki Volunteer Network will contact the practitioner when a request is made for a session or when a clinic is scheduled.

Who would be receiving reiki services?
Those who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, patients currently undergoing treatment, or those that have recently completed treatment are eligible for Reiki sessions free of charge.

Are practitioners paid for their services?
No, as a volunteer you agree to donate your time and skills.

What is the time commitment involved for volunteering?
You determine your own time availability based upon your life situation and commitments. Whether you choose to volunteer for just one hospital visit, a reiki clinic, or to make a commitment over many months, you and your time are appreciated. Thank you!