Volunteer

In the water or on land, volunteer for adaptive scuba programs and help create inclusive, empowering underwater adventures that open new possibilities for every participant.

Volunteer

In the water or on land, volunteer for adaptive scuba programs and help create inclusive, empowering underwater adventures that open new possibilities for every participant.

Volunteers are essential to Diveheart’s mission—your time, skills, and compassion help our participants gain confidence, freedom, and therapy through scuba diving. Whether you volunteer in the water as a dive buddy or support on land with surface support, logistics, or general tasks, every role directly contributes to safe, inclusive, and empowering adventures. Become a Diveheart volunteer for adaptive scuba programs and help create life-changing experiences for children, adults, and veterans with disabilities.

frequently asked questions

No—anyone can volunteer with Diveheart. Whether you’re a certified diver or have never been in the water, there’s a place for you on our team. Explore our local and remote volunteer opportunities, and learn about our new Surface Support training to see how you can get involved.

Diveheart thrives thanks to volunteers who share their professional talents to support our mission. If you have a specialized skill set, your expertise can make a meaningful impact. We are especially grateful for volunteers with experience in:

  • Journalism
  • Public Relations
  • Marketing
  • Grant Writing
  • Networking
  • Fundraising
  • Web Design
  • Social Media
  • Photography
  • Videography

Local opportunities

  • Represent Diveheart at expos, fairs, scuba shows, and community events
  • Assist staff at the Diveheart Outreach Center or Dive Locker
  • Provide support, in-water or poolside, at Diveheart Scuba Experiences

Remote opportunities

  • Share our posts on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Start a Facebook Fundraiser
  • Promote our mission to corporate leadership for Charity of Choice and grant opportunities
  • Be a Diveheart Advocate

volunteer opportunities

  • Represent Diveheart at expos, fairs, scuba shows, and community events
  • Assist staff at the Diveheart Outreach Center or Dive Locker
  • Provide support, in-water or poolside, at Diveheart Scuba Experiences
  • Share our posts on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Start a Facebook Fundraiser
  • Promote our mission to corporate leadership for Charity of Choice and grant opportunities
  • Be a Diveheart Advocate
  • volunteer fitting adaptive diver for scuba equipment
  • volunteer dive buddies and adaptive diver preparing for a dive
  • adaptive scuba instructor and dive buddy examing scuba gear
  • volunteers at a table at pool scuba experience

New! Surface Support Training

Diveheart’s new Surface Support Training program gives both divers and non-divers the skills they need to safely support adaptive diving activities from above the water either poolside or on deck.

  • volunteer fitting adaptive diver for scuba equipment
  • volunteer dive buddies and adaptive diver preparing for a dive
  • adaptive scuba instructor and dive buddy examing scuba gear
  • volunteers at a table at pool scuba experience

Surface Support volunteers play a crucial role in creating a smooth, safe, and encouraging environment during pool sessions and open-water experiences—helping with gear handling, participant transfers, logistics, communication, and overall safety.

This training is designed for anyone who wants to be involved, even if they’ve never been scuba certified.

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Adaptive dive buddies

Adaptive dive buddies are the heart of every Diveheart experience, providing essential support, safety, and encouragement to adaptive divers both above and below the surface. Their time, patience, and commitment create life-changing moments—helping participants build confidence, overcome challenges, and discover new possibilities underwater.

Diveheart’s Adaptive Dive Buddy training is recognized as one of the most comprehensive and respected programs in the industry, preparing volunteers with the skills, awareness, and best practices needed to safely assist adaptive divers. Get certified as an Adaptive Dive Buddy through our network of independent Diveheart instructors and become part of a community dedicated to empowering every diver.

Diveheart Buddy Courses

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT volunteering?

Reach out to volunteer@diveheart.org or submit a contact form and our team will guide you – whether you’re ready to get involved, or just want to learn more.

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