Directions to New Bern, NC
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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

For the New Bern, NC area, here are websites that list volunteer opportunities and connect volunteers with local organizations.
Service Clubs

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

  • New Bern Civitan Club

    New Bern Civitan Club is a nonprofit volunteer service organization dedicated to helping people in our community. We help whenever the need arises – from collecting food for a homeless shelter, building handicap ramps, outings with special needs children, collecting supplies and books for children, SantaLand, and much more. Membership in Civitan is open to anyone who is at least 18 years old.

  • New Bern Lions Club

    The club had for its main purpose in the community, to help those who were blind or visually impaired and provide education for the prevention of blindness. Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 pm at Moore’s BBQ, 3621 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd., New Bern, NC 28562.

  • New Bern Twin Rivers Lions Club

    Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with more than 1.4 million members in approximately 46,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world. Twin Rivers Lions Club was organized in Jun 1990 and received its charter on August 25, 1990, with 23 original members. There are a number of programs that are offered through the Lions that can benefit them. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm at Garber United Methodist Church, 4201 Country Club Rd, New Bern, NC 28562.

  • New Bern Rotary Club

    The New Bern Rotary Club is a community-minded service club focused on projects that support local needs and improve life across New Bern. Members volunteer in education, youth programs, and community development initiatives. The club also hosts networking and service events that encourage civic engagement.
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.

  • Religious Community Services

    Religious Community Services (RCS) provides food, clothing, shelter support, and other essential services to individuals and families experiencing hardship in New Bern. Volunteers assist in food pantry distribution, support services, and community outreach efforts tailored to local needs. RCS offers flexible shifts and opportunities suitable for a variety of skills and schedules.
Local Organizations

Below is a list of a few nonprofit organizations serving popular causes.

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