The East Harris County Empowerment Council is seeking volunteers to help us organize and deliver Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) manuals to teachers, counselors, and administrators at six local schools. These manuals will support school staff in building the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and respond to youth mental health needs.
Location (Sorting & Packing):
East Harris County Empowerment Council
11821 East Freeway, Suite 500
Houston, TX 77029
Date/Time:
September 4, 2025, From 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Sort and organize YMHFA manuals for distribution
Pack manuals into boxes labeled for each school
Assist with transporting and delivering manuals to schools
Provide support to EHCEC staff in coordinating deliveries
Delivery Schools:
New Horizons Fine Arts Magnet
McGhee Elementary School
Harvey Brown Elementary School
Hamblen Elementary School
De Zavala Elementary School
Barrett-Lee Early Childhood Center
What to Expect:
Light to moderate physical activity (lifting boxes of manuals)
Transportation and coordination
Supplies (boxes, labels, carts) will be provided
Why Volunteer?
By helping with this project, you are supporting the mental health and resilience of our school communities. Your efforts ensure that educators and staff have the tools they need to promote early intervention, reduce stigma, and better serve the youth of East Harris County.
