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Drive Cancer Patients to and from Hope Lodge to local hospitals

American Cancer Society
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Omaha, NE
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    • Details

    Start Date:
    August 18, 2025, 4:00 PM GMT-5
    End Date:
    December 31, 2025, 8:00 PM GMT-6
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, Human Rights & Civil Liberties
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    19+

    Description

    Drive Cancer Patients to and from Hope Lodge to local hospitals

    Looking for a meaningful way to support cancer patients in your community?

    Become a Volunteer Driver and help remove transportation barriers for guests undergoing active cancer treatment. With the use of our ACS Courtesy Shuttle, you’ll ensure patients get to and from their appointments safely and on time — all while making a real difference in their lives.

    🌟 Why Volunteer?

    • Help improve quality of life for cancer patients
    • Reduce stress and isolation by offering reliable transportation
    • Be part of a compassionate mission that truly matters

    🚐 Volunteer Driver Role Includes:

    • Driving guests between Hope Lodge Omaha and nearby treatment centers
    • Using an ACS-owned vehicle (no wear and tear on your own!)
    • Flexible shifts available Monday–Friday, 4–8 PM

    Requirements

    • Age between 19-84
    • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
    • Pass a background and motor vehicle records check
    • Complete online training and sign a confidentiality agreement
    • Willingness to wear a mask if asked (due to immunocompromised guests)
    • If cancer survivor, must be one-year post treatment

    How to Sign Up

    • Complete sign up below

    Looking for a meaningful way to support cancer patients in your community?

    Become a Volunteer Driver and help remove transportation barriers for guests undergoing active cancer treatment. With the use of our ACS Courtesy Shuttle, you’ll ensure patients get to and from their appointments safely and on time — all while making a real difference in their lives.

    🌟 Why Volunteer?

    • Help improve quality of life for cancer patients
    • Reduce stress and isolation by offering reliable transportation
    • Be part of a compassionate mission that truly matters

    🚐 Volunteer Driver Role Includes:

    • Driving guests between Hope Lodge Omaha and nearby treatment centers
    • Using an ACS-owned vehicle (no wear and tear on your own!)
    • Flexible shifts available Monday–Friday, 4–8 PM

    Requirements

    • Age between 19-84
    • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
    • Pass a background and motor vehicle records check
    • Complete online training and sign a confidentiality agreement
    • Willingness to wear a…

    Location

    On-site

    Hope Lodge Omaha

    8030 Farnam Drive, Omaha, Nebraska, US

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