Want to Volunteer?

Sometimes figuring our where to start is a barrier

Volunteering is one of the most fulfilling ways to give back to the community while connecting with causes you’re passionate about. Whether you’re looking to lend a helping hand locally, share your professional skills, or make an impact from the comfort of your home, there’s an opportunity waiting for you. In this post, we’ve gathered some of the best platforms to help you find the perfect volunteer role, no matter your interests or availability. Explore these resources to turn your passion into action and make a difference.

General Volunteer Platforms

VolunteerMatch
- Allows users to search for volunteer opportunities by cause, location, and skills.
- Offers virtual and in-person options.
Idealist
- A hub for volunteering, internships, and nonprofit job listings.
- Offers global opportunities for those looking to contribute beyond their local area.
HandsOn Connect
- Provides access to a large network of community-based volunteering opportunities.
- Works with local HandsOn affiliates for diverse options.
Catchafire
- Focuses on skills-based volunteering for professionals looking to lend their expertise to nonprofits.
GivePulse
- Helps connect individuals with nonprofits, research projects, and community events.
- A good resource for finding one-time and recurring opportunities.

Cause-Specific Platforms

Environmental:Volunteer.gov
- A U.S. government platform connecting volunteers with environmental and public land agencies.
Animal Welfare: Best Friends Volunteer Network
- Focuses on opportunities to help animals, including virtual options.
Disaster Relief: Team Rubicon
- Engages volunteers in disaster relief and humanitarian aid.
Hunger and Homelessness:Feeding America
- Offers opportunities to work with local food banks and hunger relief programs.
Education:Reading Partners
- Connects volunteers with students needing tutoring in reading.

Localized Volunteer Search

All for Good
- A service of Points of Light, providing localized search results for volunteer opportunities.
- Includes both remote and in-person options.
DoSomething.org
- Great for youth and young adults looking for activism and project-based volunteerism.
Charity Navigator Volunteer Search
- Provides a way to find local charities seeking help.

Volunteer Platforms for Virtual Opportunities

Translators Without Borders
- For language enthusiasts who want to assist in humanitarian translations.
Crisis Text Line
- Trains volunteers to support individuals in crisis via text.
Zooniverse
- Offers opportunities to contribute to research projects from the comfort of home.
Be My Eyes
- Connects volunteers with visually impaired individuals needing assistance with everyday tasks.

Finding a volunteer opportunity that aligns with your interests and schedule is easier than ever, thanks to these comprehensive platforms. Whether your heart is set on helping animals, supporting education, or addressing urgent global issues, there’s a way for you to contribute meaningfully. Start your search today, and remember—even a small act of kindness can create a ripple effect of positive change. Ready to take the next step? Explore these resources and discover how you can make an impact.

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