Volunteer Opportunities
“Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona (HFHCAZ), an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, is an independent, locally run, nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization. Habitat helps families of low and moderate incomes become homeowners by building and partnering in the creation of affordable housing.” Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona. (602) 268-9022
Must be 16 to volunteer on construction sites
May be 15 to volunteer in Habitat Restores
Must attend an orientation session
Individual and group volunteer opportunities
“HandsOn Greater Phoenix is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization that empowers people to become engaged, take action and create positive change in their communities.”
HandsOn Greater Phoenix Website. 602-973-2212
Must attend an orientation session
Must have parent waiver signed if under 18
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Individual and group volunteer opportunities
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control (MCACC)
“MCACC is the nation’s second largest shelter. Sadly, we take in over 150 homeless animals every day! Volunteers provide care for our homeless animals from walking dogs to matching a family with their new kitten. It's easy to become a volunteer...”
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control. 602-506-3011
Must attend new volunteer orientation
Attend volunteer basic training class
Participate in a buddy day at the shelter
Must be at least 15 years old
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“Valley of the Sun United Way is working to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health. These are the building blocks for a good life: a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement and good health. Our goal is to create long-lasting and measurable changes that improve the quality of life for struggling individuals, families and children throughout Maricopa County. Our vision is to build a caring community where all children and youth succeed, families are self-sufficient, neighborhoods are vital and safe and all people enjoy maximum health and independence.”
Valley of the Sun United Way
602.631.4800
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“Whether you are volunteering individually or with a group, Phoenix Volunteers can help you to donate a couple hours of your time to local charities. We offer a variety of events and organizations to choose from and make it simple for people to sign up to help.”
602-677-3460
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Opportunities for all ages
“The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.”
(602) 230-1200 or 1-800-289-I WIN (4946)
Event Volunteers
Class A Volunteers – must complete online training courses