Dive In as a VolunteeR

Your time and skills make waves of change

Volunteers are the heart of The Dive Within. By giving your time and skills, you help create safe, healing dive experiences for veterans, first responders, and medical professionals. Volunteers don’t have to be divers — there are roles for everyone, from hands-on program support to creative and professional contributions.

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    Direct Program Support

    Dive Buddies: Certified divers can assist participants during therapeutic dives, ensuring safety and encouragement.

    Surface Support: Help with gear preparation, safety checks, and participant onboarding before and after dives.

    Event Assistance: Support workshops, retreats, or community gatherings by welcoming guests, managing logistics, or coordinating activities.

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    Community Engagement

    Outreach Ambassadors: Share The Dive Within’s mission at local events, schools, or veteran/first responder organizations.

    Social Media & Storytelling: Help capture photos, write participant stories, or manage online engagement to grow awareness.

    Fundraising Support: Organize small fundraisers, donation drives, or connect us with potential sponsors.

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    Behind-the-Scenes Contributions

    Administrative Help: Assist with scheduling, communications, or resource development.

    Creative Projects: Design graphics, create educational materials, or help with accessibility-focused resources.

    Professional Expertise: Offer specialized skills (legal, medical, wellness, marketing) to strengthen program delivery and nonprofit operations

VOLunteer ROLES

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    BRANSON AIR SHOW

    Aug 30 - Sept 1, 2025

    This high-flying event benefits The Dive Within, a nonprofit organization that helps veterans, first responders, and medical professionals heal through scuba-based recovery and resilience programs.

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    SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST

    Bring your creativity to The Dive Within by becoming our Social Media Content Creator. Your skills will help share powerful stories, engage our community, and inspire support for veterans, first responders, and medical professionals through therapeutic diving.

    Apply
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    GRANT & FUNDRAISING

    Help The Dive Within grow its mission by lending your skills in grant writing and fundraising. Your expertise can open doors to vital resources, ensuring more veterans, first responders, and medical professionals experience the healing power of therapeutic diving.

    Apply
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    DIVE PROS

    Share your expertise and passion by serving as a Divemaster with The Dive Within. Your leadership will guide veterans, first responders, and medical professionals through safe, therapeutic dive experiences that foster healing and connection. Credentials must be current. Possible opportunity for advancement and travel.

    Apply
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    Therapists & Counselors

    Join The Dive Within as a therapist or counselor and help guide participants on their healing journey. Your expertise provides essential emotional support for veterans, first responders, and medical professionals as they experience the transformative power of therapeutic diving.

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VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Apply today to become a volunteer with The Dive Within! Whether supporting divers on the surface, helping with logistics, or contributing to community outreach, your time and skills make a meaningful impact in creating safe, inclusive, and transformative experiences.