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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

In Ann Arbor, MI, there are several platforms that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations. The main platform for Ann Arbor is shared with Detroit as described below.

  • Logo for United Way for Southeastern Michigan

    United Way for Southeastern Michigan

    A local/regional directory provided by United Way for Southeastern Michigan.

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  • Ann Arbor Observer

    This website lists links to volunteering opportunities within Ann Arbor, Michigan.

  • Connect2Community - University of Michigan Student Life Center

    Find local opportunities to serve in the Ann Arbor area provided by the Student Life Edward Ginsberg Center.

    The Ginsberg Center is a community and civic engagement center with a mission to cultivate and steward equitable partnerships between communities and the University of Michigan in order to advance social change for the public good. Based upon this mission, our vision is for inclusive democracy; thriving, diverse communities; and equity and social justice.

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    Michigan Volunteers

    A comprehensive guide to over 2000 organizations.  This platform also matches skills-based volunteers and potential board members to nonprofit organizations

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Service Clubs

Local service clubs that offer community engagement opportunities in Ann Arbor include:

  • Ann Arbor Jaycees

    The Ann Arbor Jaycees are a group of engaged young professionals aged 21-40 who are passionate about making positive change in our community! Members volunteer with community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Michigan Foster Care Closet, Ann Arbor Pride and more!

  • Junior League of Ann Arbor

    The Junior League of Ann Arbor, Michigan is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers

  • Rotary Club of Ann Arbor

    The Rotary Club of Ann Arbor is a well-known service club for service-minded individuals in Ann Arbor. Service to others and our community has been our mission since the club was founded in 1916.

  • Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor

    The Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor offers you great volunteer opportunities to give back to your community through improving the lives of families and children.

  • Ann Arbor Host Lions Club

    The Ann Arbor Host Lions Club, founded in 1929, is a community service organization dedicated to helping those in need through projects that support vision, hearing, literacy, and local outreach. Members volunteer in activities such as eyeglass and hearing aid collection, vision screenings, food drives, and partnerships with local charities—all in the spirit of the Lions’ motto: “We Serve.”

  • American Association of University Women (AAUW)–Ann Arbor Chapter

    Open to individuals holding an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. Advances gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy. Monthly interest groups. Annual fundraising used book sale Sept. 5–7, 2025, WCC Morris Lawrence Bldg. (4800 Huron River Dr.). Branch meetings 3rd Wed. Sept.–May at the Ann Arbor City Club (1830 Washtenaw Ave.)

  • Wild Ones Ann Arbor Area Chapter

    Wild Ones Ann Arbor Area Chapter, one of more than 100 Wild Ones chapters nationwide, is dedicated to educating and advocating for biodiversity throughout the Huron River Valley and surrounding areas. We offer a variety of programs, tours, and special events throughout the year to promote sustainable landscaping practices using plants native to our region.
Mutual Aid & Grassroots Networks

Many communities rely on grassroots and informal networks to meet urgent needs. There may be opportunities to get involved through mutual aid networks, food distribution efforts, neighborhood action teams, or other groups that aren’t often listed on volunteer platforms.

  • Pull Over Prevention

    Pull Over Prevention (POP) is an effort to empower motorists – especially people of color and immigrants in our community – to avoid unsafe discriminatory interactions with law enforcement. Police and immigration officers use minor automotive issues as reasons to stop, search, fine, and deport people. POP volunteers provide repair and advice for these issues, share repair skills, and promote access to local resources. We host Pull Over Prevention Clinics & Mutual Aid Fairs in Ypsilanti and the surrounding area.

  • Washtenaw Area Mutual Aid Council

    In emergency services, mutual aid is an agreement among responders to provide assistance across jurisdictional boundaries when incidents exceed local resources, such as large-scale disasters or multiple-alarm fires.

  • The Mutual Aid Network of Ypsilanti

    The MANY was created in 2019. Our goal is to build long-term community relationships that could help alleviate our conditions under oppression and build power towards direct democracy, cooperation, and collective liberation among marginalized people. We are both a loose community support network and a worker self-directed 501(c)(3) organization. We focus on “solidarity, not charity” when working with our neighbors. Instead of a top down charity approach, we build real relationships from the bottom up – power to the people who live in the struggle!
Prominent Organizations

Often prominent organzations rely on their widespread recognition rather than posting on volunteer recruiting websites.

  • Ann Arbor Public Schools

    There are many opportunities to volunteer frequently at AAPS. All of these opportunities give you the chance to build a relationship with children by volunteering weekly.

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  • Ann Arbor YMCA

    At the Ann Arbor Y, we know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why at the Ann Arbor Y, strengthening community is our cause. We are committed to strengthening our community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We cannot accomplish this without volunteers. Thank you for working alongside us to strengthen our community together.

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  • City of Ann Arbor - Volunteer in the Parks

    Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation has year round volunteer opportunities for almost every interest, schedule and ability. Your level of commitment is up to you! As a volunteer, you can sign-up for our one day events, short-term experiences, or become a long-term volunteer. We have opportunities for both individuals and groups of all ages.

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  • Food Gatherers - Fighting Hunger Where We Live

    Food Gatherers maintains a working warehouse, processing an average of nine tons of food each day, and a busy Community Kitchen, cooking and serving hot meals seven days a week. Volunteers are vital to our success in distributing more than 10.3 million pounds of food — the equivalent of 8.5 million meals — each year. We hope you will join us to make a difference and have fun!

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  • Pet Pals Mutual Aid

    Volunteer with us! Examples are filling pantry, food delivery, help unload large donations, advertise, expand outreach, and much more.

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Last updated: 02/06/2026

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