Hearts for the Homeless

University of Maryland, College Park

About Us

In 500 words or less (we hope!)

We are dedicated to enhancing the health of one of our nation's most vulnerable populations - the Homeless. We achieve this by offering free heart health screenings, education, and volunteering opportunities.

Mission Statement

Compassion
Inclusivity
Integrity
Empowerment
Community Engagement
Commitment to Learning

Values Statement

We envision a future where every person, regardless of their situation, has access to proper healthcare. A world where health is a universal right, and compassion drives collective efforts to uplift the most vulnerable among us.

Vision Statement

1st
Tuesday of every month
@ 7:00 PM

General Board Meeting

Thanks to everyone who came to our first meeting! Our next meeting will be on November 5th!

Location

Reckord Armory (Room 0126) - University of Maryland, College Park.

Our Team

Meet the H4H UMD Executive Board.

Do I need any experience to join?

No experience needed! We provide Blood Pressure Screening training and all other training necessary to volunteer.

Required Experience

We've got you covered.

What is the time commitment?

To become a member and remain active, attend at least two GBMs every semester! All blood pressure screenings that we hold are voluntary and sign-ups will be sent in GroupMe!

Why should I join?

We have opportunities for people looking for clinical hours, service hours, or to have fun! We are a club that is active within our community and we want to be active in giving back!

What types of events do you guys have?

We have blood pressure screenings at local homeless shelters and fundraising events on campus. Some service events that we've had at our GBMs include making cards for homeless children, painting tote bags for cancer patients, clothing drives, and food drives. We also frequently collaborate with other organizations on campus!

FAQ

If you have any other questions, feel free to contact us!