Fellows have the opportunity to volunteer 20-40 hours per year in the UMass Anchor Mission Volunteer Program, which provides volunteer opportunities at nonprofit organizations (researched, vetted, and designated by our Anchor Mission Volunteer Committee) that address social determinants of health — things like unemployment, and food insecurity — that can adversely affect the communities served by UMass Memorial entities. Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and helps people find purpose and meaning in their lives, and promoting volunteering is another way to enhance Fellows’ well-being.