Volunteer in Jersey City, NJ

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Overview

There are multiple ways to find volunteer opportunities in Jersey City, NJ. Some well-established organizations may expect prospective volunteers to visit their websites directly, while others—especially smaller organizations—may rely on community or national volunteer recruitment platforms.

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Prominent Organizations · Service Clubs · Mutual Aid & Grassroots
Volunteering Websites

For the Jersey City, NJ area, here are websites that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.

  • Serve Jersey City

    A local/regional directory provided by The City of Jersey City.

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Prominent Organizations

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

  • RWJ Barnabas Health- Jersey City Medical Center
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Service Clubs

Many communities have local service clubs that offer community engagement opportunities, such as Rotary Clubs.

  • Rotary Club of Jersey City

    ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY, OR IN COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORLD? We use our knowledge of local issues to identify areas of need, then apply our expertise and diverse perspectives to the problem. Our Rotary members are most likely at work in your community right now feeding the hungry, tutoring children, maintaining parks, and more. You can help.
    Meetings are the 1st Thursday of each month in the evening @6:30 pm MEETING LOCATION OHARAS DOWNTOWN (as of 09/05/24) 172 1st St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 Dinner – $40 per person

  • Jersey City Hudson City Lions Club

    Lions meet the needs of local communities and the world every day because they share a core belief – to serve their community. Lions have a dynamic history. Founded in 1917, we are best known for fighting blindness, but we also volunteer for many different kinds of community projects – including caring for the environment, feeding the hungry and aiding seniors and the disabled.

    Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 pm at Gino’s Restaurant, 380 Central Ave. Jersey City, N.J.
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.
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Last updated: 12/20/2025

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