Finding Volunteer Opportunities and Organizations Near You

Knowing that you want to volunteer is great (seriously, you’re already appreciated!)…but where do you start? That’s what we’re here for–to help you find the best ways to serve your community. Listed below are some of the very best volunteering resources on the internet, all in one place. With the variety of opportunities you can search for and apply to, you can be confident you’ll find the perfect opportunity to Keep Doing Good.

Volunteer.gov

• Features a collection of volunteer opportunities relating to nature, animals, conservation efforts, and more.
• Users can search by location, date, project, or experience level.

Americorps

• Allows users to search for various kinds of volunteer opportunities.
• Features a “Find an Opportunity” search to assist in finding nearby volunteer opportunities.
• Projects can range from short-term to long-term.

United Way

• Probably the most well-known volunteer organization, with opportunities in many local communities.
• Allows users to filter results by activity, category, and skill.

Taproot Foundation

• The ideal choice for volunteers with professional skill sets.
• Skill sets of particular help for this opportunity are technology services, planning and management, and social media/marketing.

VolunteerMatch

• Connected 15.2 million volunteers with opportunities across the world.
• Users can post or search for opportunities.
• Organizations of all kinds are encouraged to advertise their needs.

Idealist

• Not only connects users to volunteer opportunities, but to work/internship opportunities as well.
• If no available roles match your exact criteria, you will still have the opportunity to find a nearby organization that needs your help for a similar cause or project.

All For Good

• Connects users with local opportunities–unlike others, though, All For Good allows users to start their own projects to advertise for collaborators or volunteers.

Catchafire

• Like Idealist, Catchafire is aimed at connecting people with professional skills to nonprofits.
• The majority of listed opportunities are remote, making it a great place to find an opportunity that meets your exact needs and wants without leaving your house.

Jumpstart

• Nonprofit aimed at connecting volunteers with students in need.
• Volunteers are especially needed in helping teach reading skills.
• Volunteers with a background or interest in education are encouraged to search for opportunities here.

Create the Good by AARP

• The AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) offers a database full of volunteer opportunities of ALL kinds.
• In addition to AARP’s mission, users can find opportunities to serve practically any mission.

These websites are excellent resources once you’ve identified your needs, goals, and purpose–simply pick the one that works best for you and find your perfect volunteer opportunity!