Volunteer Opportunities

More than 7,000 volunteers contribute to the success of the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon and the We Are Houston 5K presented by Aramco and Chevron each year! We couldn’t do it without all of HOU. 

General Volunteer Registration

Volunteer registration for the 2025 Houston Marathon Weekend of Events is now open! Click here to access our event-wide volunteer opportunities over race weekend.

Medical Volunteer Opportunities

Doctors, nurses, EMTs–we need them all! Our team of medical professionals are crucial to our race operations and the safety of our runners. Click here to explore medical volunteer positions.

Volunteer Group Bonus Program 

We are now accepting application for the 2025 Volunteer Group Bonus Program (VGB)! The VGB Program is designed to support our local non-profits by providing unique and fun volunteer opportunities throughout race weekend. As a thank you to your organization the Houston Marathon Committee will make a donation based on how many volunteers provided and complete their shift(s).

• VGB Requirements:
  • • Must be a 501(c)(3) organization and provide proof of status to the Houston Marathon Committee
    • All members of the group must be registered for the same volunteer position to receive credit
    • The minimum number of volunteers that must complete their shifts is 20. The donation structure is as follows:
      • 20 – 29 Volunteers = $300
      • 30 – 39 Volunteers = $350
      • 40 – 49 Volunteers = $400
      • 50 – 59 Volunteers = $450
      • 60 + Volunteers = $500

Interested in becoming a part of the Volunteer Group Bonus Program?  Submit your application here. Applications and non-profit status will be reviewed prior to acceptance.