Volunteers are the heart of the USO. Worldwide, more than 20,000 volunteers perform a special and crucial role to ensure we fulfill our mission of delivering comfort, care and support to troops and their families who reside in or pass through our service areas. Read on to learn how you can support local military service members and their families in your community.
Military Base Center
Our military base centers provide a comfortable area for military members to relax and take a break from their everyday tasks. We provide a home away from home to service members separated from their loved ones and a variety of events and activities to boost morale and support military families. USO Volunteers welcome guests, prepare food and refreshments, assist with event planning, preparation and operation, and more from the following military base center location:
Pennsylvania
- Fort Indiantown Gap
Airport Centers
The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) USO centers provide a comfortable area for military members to relax while traveling. While some may be traveling with their families for pleasure, most are traveling on military business, off to boot camp or returning from a tough deployment. USO volunteers carry out a variety of tasks to keep our center running. From greeting guests and answering phones to preparing food and refreshments to assisting with airport information, flight information and ground transportation, our volunteers help with a variety of travel dilemmas.
Volunteer Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Able to commit to a minimum two 6-hour shifts per month at PHL
- Able to undergo volunteer training, a background check, and TSA fingerprinting as opportunities require
Volunteer FAQs
Do you still have questions about volunteering with the USO? Visit our FAQ section.
Get Started
If you’re ready to start your volunteer service, take the first step by creating a volunteer online account.