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.

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

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.

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.