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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

For the Miami, FL area, here are websites that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.

  • HandsOn Miami

    A local/regional directory provided by HandsOn South Florida for Miami, FL.

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  • VolunteerMiami (United Way Miami)

    Platform by United Way Miami to match volunteers with local nonprofit opportunities

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    Volunteer Connect

    A statewide directory provided by Volunteer Florida with volunteer opportunities from over 800 organizations.

Service Clubs

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

Major Events
  • Miami Dream Day of Service

    Miami Dream Day of Service, one of the largest days of service at UM, brings together a diverse group of Canes to volunteer at a wide variety of sites in the South Florida community.
  • Art Basel Miami Beach

    An internationally recognized art fair showcasing leading galleries, contemporary artists, collectors, and cultural programming across Miami Beach.
  • South Beach Wine & Food Festival

    A large food and beverage festival featuring celebrity chefs, tastings, dinners, beachside events, and culinary experiences throughout South Florida.
  • Ultra Music Festival

    One of the world’s best-known electronic music festivals, bringing major DJs and large-scale stage productions to downtown Miami.
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.

  • Buddy System MIA

    Grassroots mutual aid initiative distributing free food, operating community fridges, and pairing volunteers with homebound neighbors.

  • WeCount!

    Grassroots network providing mutual aid, cash assistance, PPE and advocacy, especially for undocumented and immigrant communities.

  • The Smile Trust — Mutual Aid Fund

    Provides direct mutual aid for food, supplies, and stipends to low-income families in Miami-Dade.

  • Transinclusive Emergency Crisis Fund

    Mutual aid fund supporting transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse individuals in South Florida with financial and resource support.

Local Organizations

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

  • Miami-Dade Public Library System

    Opportunities to assist in libraries (shelving, events, programming support, etc.).

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  • Feeding South Florida

    Feeding South Florida® provides food assistance and other resources and support to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity and hunger in Broward, Miami Dade, Palm Beach, and Monroe Counties. We rely heavily on the support of volunteers to help us serve our community on a daily basis. We welcome individuals, families, students, groups, corporate teams, community organizations, and more, to join us in our mission. We offer opportunities for service-learning hours, team building, and private group sessions as well.

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  • Miami Children’s Museum

    Museum volunteer roles for teens, adults, and groups in education, visitor support, etc.

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  • Miami-Dade County Parks (Volunteer at Parks)

    Volunteer with park maintenance, restoration, and recreation programming in county parks.

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  • The Little Lighthouse

    Our goals are to: Bring smiles and impactful experiences to the underprivileged youth of South Florida; fulfill our mission with proprietary programming and concepts with the support of like-minded partners and individuals; create accessible and diverse volunteer opportunities for those actively looking to donate their time.

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Last updated: 05/18/2026

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