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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

For the Orange County, CA area, here are websites that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.

  • Logo for One OC

    One OC

    A local/regional directory provided by One OC.

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  • Orange County United Way

    Discover volunteer opportunities for you and your family or for your company, employees, and co-workers.

  • County of Orange Volunteer Opportunities

    The Human Resources website for Orange County highlights various volunteer opportunities across the county’s agencies and departments. It features both ongoing and short-term volunteer options.

  • Volunteer Network OC

    Volunteer Network OC connects volunteers with over 90 non-profits focusing on issues ranging from homelessness to mental health.

  • Logo for California Volunteers - Opportunity Platform

    California Volunteers - Opportunity Platform

    Platform from California Volunteers listing volunteer opportunities across the state of California.

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Service Clubs

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

  • Orange County Central Lions

    OC Central has been a very active club in Orange County for years.  Members enjoy friendship and camaraderie working together on projects like cooking for the residence of Ronald McDonald House & the annual Trunk-0-Treat, working sight screenings with CA Lions Friends In Sight (CLFIS), or working the booth raising funds at local community festivals, distributing food for the needy at the Food Pantry-Anaheim United Methodist Church, or picking up waste in Orange Adopt-A-Street program.

  • Garden Grove Lions Club

    We are a community-based organization focused on helping make the world around us a better, happier place. With the help of our members, we organize fundraisers, exciting community-building events, and in-depth training sessions for our volunteers.

  • Rotary Club of Orange

    Orange Rotary is a leadership organization of local business, professional, and community leaders who meet regularly to form friendships, have fun, and work together to impact our community.

  • Rotary Club of Irvine

    Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, join leaders, and take action to create lasting change. Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver real, lasting solutions.

  • Kiwanis Club of Orange

    <p>The Kiwanis Club of Orange is a service organization dedicated to improving the community by leading local projects and partnering with schools and other groups to address the needs of Orange, CA and surrounding areas.</p>

  • Kiwanis Club of Orange County

    <p>Kiwanis Club of Orange County primarily focuses on supporting and sponsoring an AKTION Club. Aktion Club empowers members to be themselves, work together with friends and implement plans through action. As an extension of Kiwanis International, Aktion Club shares the mission serving children around the world.</p>

  • Exchange Club of South Orange County

    We are a local chapter of the National Exchange Club, which was founded in the early 1900s for the purpose of exchanging business ideas, referrals, and providing service to the community.  If you’re looking for opportunities to make a positive difference, the Exchange Club is for YOU! Call (949) 683-3283 or ‭(714) 394-1843‬ for further information.

  • Exchange Club of Newport Harbor

    The Exchange Club of Newport Harbor is one of over 600 Exchange Clubs in the United States. It’s vision is for a strong America, safe communities, and a unified people.
Major Events

  • Volunteer Day - City of Orange

    On the 2nd Saturday in October, we host our Annual City-Wide Volunteer Day. We start the day with a Volunteer Festival, which brings everyone together, before volunteers head off to help out with the projects they’ve signed up for. It’s a special day where our whole community works together to practically serve and make a difference in our city.
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.

  • Love Orange

    Love Orange was founded with the intent to bring together community partners in year-round service projects to show our love for the City of Orange.

  • 714 Mutual Aid

    714 Mutual Aid is a 100% volunteer run mutual aid group operating in Orange County, CA since 2020.

  • Mutual Aid Orange County

    A Facebook mutual aid group for Orange County residents.

  • Buy Nothing Orange County, CA

    This is a donation group to help each other in the OC area. Instead of trashing things that can benefit someone around us, our relatives, friends, and neighbors. Not a sales-oriented group.

  • Give freely in the city of Orange

    This group is for those that live in the city of Orange (including Villa Park). The purpose is to get to know each other and to create a community of giving neighbors!
Prominent Organizations

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

  • Alzheimer’s Orange County

    Alzheimer’s Orange County provides programs and services to those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. Volunteers can assist in adult day care centers, community events, or administrative tasks. Your compassion and care can bring comfort to those navigating this challenging journey.

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  • American Red Cross Southern California

    The American Red Cross volunteer program empowers individuals to support the SoCal community in need through disaster response, blood services, health and safety education, and humanitarian assistance.

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  • Blind Children's Learning Center

    We offer a variety of opportunities to help children with visual impairments overcome obstacles and achieve independence. We hope you will join us and help our children grow, learn, and thrive.

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  • CAP OC

    Since 1965, Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAP OC) has worked to enhance the quality of life for Orange County families. They seek to end and prevent poverty by stabilizing, sustaining and empowering people with the resources they need when they need them.

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  • Casa Youth Shelter

    Casa Youth Shelter is a nonprofit organization providing emergency temporary shelter for youth aged 12-17 who are homeless, abused, or struggling with crisis.

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  • Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)

    CHOC assigns volunteer roles based on the current needs of the organization along with the volunteer’s availability, interests and skill sets.

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  • Families Forward

    Families Forward is on a mission to prevent and end family homelessness by providing access to housing and resources that create lasting stability. They welcome volunteers of all kinds—individuals, families, students, faith communities, and corporate groups—with opportunities for everyone ages 10 and up to make a difference!

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  • Girls Inc. of Orange County

    As the oldest girl-centered organization in the U.S., Girls Inc. has been transforming girls’ views of themselves and their opportunities for generations. Girls Inc. of Orange County is much more than an after-school program – we are the place and have the people that help girls succeed.

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  • Habitat for Humanity of Orange County

    At Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, we believe that everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. By lending your skills, time, and energy, you can help us build homes, communities, and hope.

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  • Human Options

    We drive social change in Orange County by raising awareness of relationship violence, advocating for those affected, providing safe shelter, and empowering survivors on their path to healing.

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  • Laura's House

    Laura’s House is a non-profit organization that works to prevent and reduce the incidence of domestic and family abuse through shelter and support programs, education and outreach. Volunteers may help in the thrift store, provide administrative office support, and assist with other special projects.

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  • MOMS Orange County

    The Mission of MOMS is to help mothers and their families have healthy babies by providing health coordination, education and access to community services.

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  • Make-A-Wish® Orange County & the Inland Empire

    Join a caring community of volunteers who transform lives. Together, we can make countless wishes come true. Your time and unique talents are critical to bringing strength and hope to wish kids when they need it the most. In fact, our volunteers are at the heart of every wish experience.

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  • OC Animal Care

    If you are searching for a rewarding experience and love working with and for animals, consider joining the OC Animal Care volunteer team. Volunteer opportunities are available seven days a week.

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  • OC Parks

    OC Parks offers a variety of volunteer services. Whether it’s volunteering for short term volunteer projects, or a more committed and regular volunteer role, OC Parks has something for everyone.

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  • Orange County CoastKeeper

    Orange County Coastkeeper works to protect and preserve coastal waters. Volunteers can participate in beach cleanups, habitat restoration, or educational outreach. Your dedication can contribute to a cleaner and healthier coastal environment.

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  • Shea Center

    The Shea Center is dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities through therapeutic horse-related programs.

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  • Special Olympics Southern California

    Special Olympics has a mission to transform lives through the joy of sport, every day, everywhere. We are the world’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities: with 4.4 million athletes in 170 countries — and millions more volunteers and supporters.

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  • The Children's Museum at La Habra

    Our volunteers run activities during special events, help keep our museum galleries clean and sanitized, read books during story time, and more!

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  • The Salvation Army of Orange County

    The Salvation Army has been meeting needs and transforming lives since 1887 throughout Orange County

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  • UCI Health

    Volunteer opportunities are assigned based on the needs of the medical center and the interests of each volunteer.

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Last updated: 01/29/2026

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