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Volunteer Opportunity Websites

For the Columbia, SC 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.

  • Columbia Rotary Club

    The Columbia Rotary Club meets every Monday at Senate’s End for lunch starting at 12.30pm. We welcome visiting Rotarians and guests to join us at every lunch, our meals are only $27 cash/check or $28 credit card served warm with a salad and dessert bar on the side. At every meeting we have the honor of welcoming a distinguished speaker to inform us of a wide range of topics, from government officials informing us of economic development to passionate directors of organizations who perform amazing good on a global scale.

  • Rotary Club of Five Points

    The Rotary Club of Five Points holds most of its regular club meetings at the Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Downtown, located at the corner of Gervais and Henderson Streets, Columbia SC 29201. Lunch starts at 12:30 pm. Meal cost is $15. Meeting goes from 1-2 pm.

  • Youth Volunteer Corps

    We engage youth in team-based service experiences that build life and work skills while inspiring a lifetime ethic of service. Our vision is communities defined by compassion, selflessness, and respect for others. ​
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.

  • Mutual Aid Midlands

    Our goal is to enhance the quality of life for all residents, attract tourism to Columbia, and further build a vibrant and equitable cultural community.
Local Organizations

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

  • Cola Animal Services

    The mission of Columbia Animal Services is to remain committed to serving people and saving pets through a contemporary approach to animal welfare.

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  • Food Share SC

    FoodShare South Carolina’s mission is to increase access to, knowledge of and consumption of vegetables and fruit through community-led projects. All of FoodShare’s work is guided by strong beliefs that reflect our commitment to food security and food justice. As a leader in food security locally and statewide in South Carolina, we collaborate with others who share our beliefs to realize our vision of expanding access to nutritious food.

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  • Harvest Hope

    Harvest Hope utilizes over 16,000 volunteers a year in order to keep operations running at our facilities. Last year, volunteers put in more than 84,000 hours of service, allowing the organization to invest over $1 million back into food sourcing and distribution!

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  • Kidding Around

    Kidding Around Greenville is known for tapping into the heart of Greenville and bringing readers firsthand reviews of the best things to do and see in the Upstate and Southeast region. Readers use Kidding Around® to find things to do, places to visit, and businesses and resources they need, helping them to make wonderful memories with their families.

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  • Ronald McDonald House Charities

    Volunteer in providing help and care to families in need

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Last updated: 04/23/2026

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