Special Place, Special People
What is a volunteer? At Roswell Park Cancer Institute, they are priceless! Especially in their ability to listen and relate to patients. Each year, we recognize our volunteers during National Volunteer Recognition Week in April with a special ceremony. If you would like to learn more about volunteering at Roswell Park, contact the Volunteer office at 845-5708 or download and fill out this Volunteer Application form.

Touch a Heart
Every RPCI volunteer touches, directly or indirectly, the life of a cancer patient and every volunteer plays a vital role in maintaining the Institute's unconditional commitment to quality patient care. Whether you are 15 or 84, a high school student or a student of life, whether you are male or female, working or retired, you have what it takes to become an invaluable part of the RPCI team. All that's required is a few hours of your time and a willingness to help. Download an overview brochure to learn more about the program.

A Perfect Match
RPCI's Volunteer Program will match your talent and interests to the best available job whether in an administrative office or on a hospital unit.

Are you an outgoing "people" person who enjoys a challenge?
You might greet our guests at the front door or help them in the surgical/ICU waiting areas or the hospitality room.

Or are you the strong, silent type?
You may be more at home entering data, preparing informational mailings or filling holiday card orders.

Do you love to make people smile or touch their hearts?
Come and make music in our lobby or join the Humor Project. The Humor Project provides an opportunity for mutual support and for infusing humor into life. Classes are offered periodically. The Humor Project staffs a "humor cart" in the lobby and visits patients as well as participating in special RPCI events.

Are you a born salesperson?
Join the volunteers in the Gift Shop or call our friends for the Annual Fund drive.

Are you determined to unlock the secrets of the universe?
Use your background in science to become part of a dynamic research team looking for better ways to detect, prevent and stop cancer in its tracks.

Do they call you the wanderer?
Wander our halls with a purpose as you deliver patient mail, give tours of our beautiful new facility, or escort our patients and their families throughout the Institute.

The Perks
Where else can you apply your expertise, uncover your hidden potential, gain invaluable experience, work a flexible schedule, meet some of the world's most renowned cancer professionals who care for some of the world's most incredible people, and feel like you've made a big difference in someone's life?

And those aren't even the perks! Add free meals, free uniforms and free parking to the total package we offer. Whatever your special talent, RPCI has a valuable role for you. And you have our guarantee that your job will be like no other you have ever had!

Patient Hospitality
This committee serves in the Hospitality Room, designated as an information center and gathering place for patients and visitors. The room has two volunteers on duty per shift and is open Monday through Friday. Hours of operation are 8:30 am - 11:30 am and 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. To volunteer for patient hospitality or for more information, please call (716) 845-5708.