Community
Volunteer Opportunity Websites

In Lansing, MI, there are several platforms that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.

  • Logo for United Way of South Central Michigan

    United Way of South Central Michigan

    A local/regional directory provided by United Way of South Central Michigan.

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  • Volunteer Lansing

    We are a directory of organizations needing volunteers in the greater Lansing area.

  • City of East Lansing Volunteer

    Get involved! The City of East Lansing offers a number of volunteer opportunities throughout the organization.

  • Logo for Michigan Volunteers

    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 Lansing include:

  • Lansing Rotary Club

    The Lansing Rotary Club reflects a membership of outstanding, influential, and compassionate civic leaders who enjoy networking, attending engaging meetings with dynamic speakers and quality entertainment as well as opportunities to make a difference in the Lansing community and in the world.

  • Kiwanis Club of East Lansing

    The Kiwanis Club of East Lansing is a service club devoted to improving the quality of life in our community, state, nation and worldwide, with a special focus on the needs of children and young people.

  • Kiwanis Club of South Lansing

    The Kiwanis Club of South Lansing is devoted to enhancing the well-being of children. The club is part of Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

  • Zonta Club of East Lansing

    Zonta Club of East Lansing, is one of over 1,200 clubs of Zonta International, a worldwide service organization. Zontians volunteer their time, talents and energy to local and international service projects that are designed to advance the status of women.
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.

  • Lansing Area Mutual Aid

    Lansing Area Mutual Aid began in response to the corona virus pandemic, to make sure those with needs are connected to people and organizations willing to help. We are an expanding coalition of individuals, organizations, and businesses.
Prominent Organizations

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

  • Greater Lansing Foodbank

    We partner to alleviate hunger, one meal at a time, to create a future where everyone has access to nourishing food. GLFB and our network of more than 140+ partner organizations helps any individual or family in need of food in Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Ingham, Isabella or Shiawassee Counties, Michigan.

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  • Haven House

    Your passion can change lives. Whether you love cooking, working with children, you’re a natural born leader, or you’ve just been looking for a way to give back, we can help you identify some rewarding tasks and create the ideal volunteer role. Haven House’s mission is to guide and support families who face homelessness on their paths to stable homes. Our ultimate vision is of a community where all families thrive at home. Haven House is committed to supporting positive housing outcomes for the families we serve and delivering programs through behaviors aligned with our core values of integrity, accessibility, empowerment, and compassion.

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  • Lansing Capital Area Salvation Army

    The service and commitment of our volunteers enable The Salvation Army to: Reach out to those facing hardship in our communities. Be a place of love and support for children. Make the holidays a time of joy for those in need. Provide food to families facing a shortage.

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Last updated: 02/02/2026

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