A 501(c)(3) youth mentoring nonprofit · Howard County, MD 501(c)(3) · Howard County, MD

Every community runs on a team

Volunteers bring the skills, ideas, time, and connections that keep OhanaHC’s community strong. If you love planning events, telling stories, raising funds, or helping people connect, there is a place for you here.

Two OhanaHC volunteers in OhanaHC shirts smiling together under a tent at an OhanaHC event
Your impact

Your time creates a ripple effect

Each volunteer committee turns everyday professional skills into real support for young people across Howard County.

  • 8,000+mentoring and volunteer hours
  • 192+mentors and volunteers
  • 80%of youth feel a stronger sense of belonging
  • 67+young people served

Go for it! You never know how much of an impact you can have simply by showing up.

Taylor Ellerbe, OhanaHC Marketing Volunteer
Join us

Your skills have a home here

Whether you love planning events, working behind the scenes, raising funds, or helping us recruit mentors, there’s a place to put your skills and interests to work.

OhanaHC volunteers laying out shirts for runners at a registration tent.

We have a committee for you if you like to:

  • Help OhanaHC grow

    • Fundraising
    • Marketing
    • Finance
  • Bring people together

    • Events
    • 5K
    • Volunteer Recruitment
  • Keep the community strong

    • Program Evaluation
    • Technology
    • Training
    • Village Coordinators

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An OhanaHC story

Taylor Ellerbe smiling outdoors, with trees behind her

Growing up in Columbia, Maryland, I was fortunate to participate in youth development programs that helped shape my confidence, leadership skills, and sense of community. Those experiences had a lasting impact on who I am today, and I’ve always wanted to find meaningful ways to give back.

I continue volunteering to stay connected to Howard County and build relationships with people who share in my passion for volunteering and community impact. One of my goals this year is to attend more OhanaHC events and provide more direct support to our mentors and students.

I serve as the Co-Chair of the Marketing Committee for OhanaHC. One of the most meaningful experiences has been contributing to the launch of our new logo as part of a larger brand redesign initiative. It was exciting to be involved in a project that not only refreshed the organization’s visual identity but also better reflected who we are and the impact we strive to make in our community.

Taylor Ellerbe, OhanaHC Volunteer
Get started

Find your place in the village

You may have a professional skill to share. A few hours to give. An idea that could make something better. Or simply the desire to be part of something that matters.

That can be enough to start. Bring what you have. We’ll help you find where it can make a difference.