Whatever cause you’re passionate about, Jacksonville probably has an organization that you can volunteer with to help further it.
Start here: Pick your cause
These volunteer directories make it easy to filter by cause, location or time:
Or, start with one of these lists, meant to jump start your thinking about where to spend your time giving back. There are surely dozens more local organizations worthy of your time. Here are a few:
Animals and wildlife
Animal lover? Here are ways to help our furry and feathered friends:
Disability support
Lend your skills to local organizations making a difference for people with disabilities:
Best Buddies in Florida – Foster inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through friendship and mentoring
Special Olympics Florida – Northeast Region – Assist with local events, coaching, or cheering on athletes
Pine Castle – Nonprofit that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental differences live full and productive lives.
The Arc Jacksonville – Help the community called The Arc Village with various needs, be a student intern, or organize a corporate volunteer group.
L’Arche Jacksonville – Volunteer to be a ‘buddy’ to a L’Arche Core Member, assist with maintenance/yard work around their facilities or lend a hand with a fundraising event.
Education and Jobs
Support students, job seekers and entrepreneurs with your time and experience:
Food and housing
Combat food insecurity and housing instability by lending some hands-on help:
Nature and outdoors
Help protect and preserve Jacksonville’s natural spaces:
Seniors
Share your time with seniors who could use a friendly face or helping hand:
Arts and culture
Help the arts and letters thrive in Jacksonville: