LibGuides: Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer Opportunities

Finding Opportunities

LSS Network of Hope
This gives options for short and long term volunteering.
Columbus Gives Back
MUST BE 21! The group's tag line is "Community Service with a Social Twist." If you are under 21, you can still search their upcoming events to see if you could contact the organization to help out and just not attend the festivities afterwards.
VolunteerMatch
A national network, they also provide information on volunteering.
Columbus Foundation
While the giving store is for monetary donations, it will give you a view of what nonprofit organizations are active in Columbus
21 Places to volunteer in Columbus
Columbus Monthly in 2022 put together a list of 21 places to volunteer. Read through the list and find an option that sounds appealing to you.

Social Media

Columbus Gives Back on Facebook
The Facebook page for Columbus Gives Back. Their Twitter account is @CbusGivesBack.
Columbus Underground
Mostly about events and things going on around Columbus. However, they often post about volunteer opportunities or needs.

Many organizations have Twitter feeds or Facebook pages to get the word out. Follow those you are passionate about. Additionally, blogs in the Columbus area post news about groups that need help.