Volunteer Opportunities

Want to know the best way to support the causes you believe in? Check out these listings for ideas. The information provided here comes straight from local non-profits, so you know you’ll be helping in the ways they need most.

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OrganizationPhoneWebsiteCategoryOpportunity
ADVO-KIDS (CASA) Court Appointed Special Advocates770-820-9195advo-kidscasa.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Office chairs; conference table and chairs. VOLUNTEER: Serve as a trained advocate or work in the Ambassadors program to publicize/promote the organization. Also needed: volunteers with skills for web services, administrative support, and special events/fundraising.

Ahimsa HouseAnimal Advocates

DONATE: $, (see website). VOLUNTEER: (see website).

All Medical Resource Foundation, Inc.404-362-7742amrfoundation.comHealth/Medical

DONATE: Walmart or Kroger gift cards for purchasing medications. VOLUNTEER: Help process paperwork; pick up documents (Fayetteville/Peachtree City area); assist with advocacy/fundraising.

American Cancer Society (Peachtree City Office)770-631-0625cancer.orgHealth/Medical

VOLUNTEER: For Road to Recovery, Reach to Recovery, and Look Good Feel Better programs.

American Diabetes Association404-320-7100, ext. 3084diabetes.orgHealth/Medical

VOLUNTEER: Assist in the office, or help with programs and events on weekends.

American Red Cross (Atlanta Chapter, South Metro District)404-876-3302atlantaredcross.orgHealth/Medical

DONATE: Certain bulk donations (typically new, shrink-wrapped, palletized items) may meet a current need; query about acceptability. VOLUNTEER: Varied opportunities. Call 404-575-3730, option 4 or visit redcross.org/en/volunteertime.

Association of Village Pride770-716-2797avpride.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Educational soft-ware, computers, LCD projector, digital camcorder, filing cabinets, general office supplies. VOLUNTEER: Need adults as advisors, tutors, mentors, speakers, chaperones, trainers, and facilitators.

Atlanta Community ToolBank404-880-0054atlanta.toolbank.orgHousing

DONATE: New or gently used tools. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Help organize and maintain the tool warehouse, work in the tool repair shop, or help groups with loading or returning loaned tools.

Baby Peaches678-481-9976babypeaches.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Baby items of all kinds. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Groups needed for baby showers or Caring Cradle Program.

Boy Scouts – Flint River Council770-227-4556flintrivercouncil.orgCivic/Community Groups

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

Breast Cancer Survivors’ Network770-487-4396bcsurvivorsnetwork.orgHealth/Medical

DONATE: Wigs, prostheses, and mastectomy bras. Also: office supplies such as printer paper and ink cartridges. VOLUNTEER: Office work involving knowledge of computers/software.

Brooks Women’s Clubdee119@comcast.netCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Business Women of Fayette-Coweta678-472-1199bwfcc.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Calvin Center Therapeutic Riding Program770-946-4276. Ext. 222calvincenter.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: Hay mower and round hay baler; new riding helmets in all sizes. VOLUNTEER: Help care for the horses, or assist as a leader or sidewalker for therapeutic riding lessons. (Training is available.)

Challenger Little League Baseball678-228-5461littleleague.orgSpecial Needs

VOLUNTEER: Assist athletes on the field or help in the concession stand.

Christian City & Children’s Village at Christian City770-964-3301christiancity.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Canned goods, paper products, boxed food and snacks, giftcards, gently used clothing and household items. (See detailed list on website.) VOLUNTEER: Help with fundraising events, arts and crafts, or office/clerical needs. Work at the Ice Cream Parlor, the Corner Store, or the Thrift Store.

Clothes Less Traveled Thrift Store770-486-8517clotheslesstraveled.orgSocial Services

DONATE: New or gently used clothes (clean) and a wide range of household items, clean and in good working order. Also: by prior arrangement, will collect garage-sale leftovers. (See website for full details.) VOLUNTEER: Work at thestore (see website for details).

Comfort Quilters770-486-7757www.firstpresptc.comSupport Programs

DONATE: $, cotton fabric, unfinished quilting projects, batting, thread, and working sewing machines.
VOLUNTEER: All quilters or would-be quilters welcome.

Community Foundation Fayette Fund770-632-8322www.cfgreateratlanta.orgSocial Services

VOLUNTEER: Serve as a Board member.

Coweta-Fayette Breast Cancer Support Group770-719-6604fayettehospital.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation404-325-6973cff.orgHealth/Medical

VOLUNTEER: Form a walk team for annual Great Strides Walk or help with advocacy.

Earth Mama’s Thrift Store770-461-4607Social Services

DONATE: Gently-used clothing, household items, books, and furniture. Men’s clothing not accepted. VOLUNTEER: Help sort and price items and assist customers.

ExceptionalOPS770-631-1035exceptionalops.comSpecial Needs

DONATE: Soft drinks, party supplies, gifts for door prizes for parties, and individually-wrapped snacks. VOLUNTEER: Assist at Christmas Party and Summer Luau.

Fayette Arts Center678-545-0275artworksonthesquare.comCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Fayette Care Clinic770-719-4620fayettecareclinic.comHealth/Medical

DONATE: Medical and office supplies. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Need doctors, dentists, PAs, NPs, nurses, dental assistants, dental hygienists, and translators.

Fayette Chamber of Commerce770-461-9983fayettechamber.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Fayette County 4H – (Horseflies Horse Club)678-773-7834horseflies4h.comCivic/Community Groups

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

Fayette County 4H – (Shooting Sports)770-460-5730, ext. 5412fayette4hshootingsports.comCivic/Community Groups

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

Fayette County Animal Shelter770-631-7210fayettecountyga.gov/animal_controlAnimal Advocates

DONATE: Pet food, cat litter (clay only), and towels. VOLUNTEER: Photograph pets for adoption.

Fayette County Civitan770-460-8827fayettegacivitan.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Fayette County Humane Society770-487-1073fayettehumane.orgAnimal Advocates

DONATE: Leashes and collars; high quality cat and kitten food; and all sizes of crates and dog/cat carriers, either new or gently used. (See website for a detailed list.) VOLUNTEER: Provide a foster home. Help with phoning or the newsletter, make presentations to community groups and schools, or coordinate/transport animals for vet appointments. (See the Events Calendar for adoption dates).

Fayette FACTOR404-291-1602fayettefactor.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Free meeting space for 45+ people. VOLUNTEER: Need members and event volunteers.

Fayette Family YMCA770-719-9622ymcapass.com/fayette1.shtmlCivic/Community Groups

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

Fayette Friends Mentoring Program770-460-3990, ext. 255fcboe.orgSocial Services

VOLUNTEER: Need adults (a year’s commitment for one-hour sessions weekly) and teens (school-year commitment for one-hour sessions weekly).

Fayette Samaritans770-719-2707fayettesamaritans.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Non-perishable food items such as canned meat, peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, cereal and rice; and cleaning/hygiene items such as laundry and dish soap, diapers, bar soap, shampoo, feminine products. (See website for detailed list.) VOLUNTEER: Need interviewers, receptionists, food pantry and clothes closet personnel, couriers, and special projects volunteers.

Fayette Senior Services770-461-0813FayetteSeniors.orgSeniors

DONATE: Contact the Executive Director. VOLUNTEER: Meals On Wheels drivers, café assistant or host/hostess, special-event assistant, shuttle chauf-feur (golf cart), member services liaison, ambassador, fitness center assistant, class instructors.

Fayette Society of Fine Arts (FSOFA)770-719-5212fsofa.netCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Fayette Thrift Shop770-460-7199Thrift Store/Clothes Closet

DONATE: New or gently-used clothing and household items.
VOLUNTEER: Call for information.

Fayette Youth Protection Homes770-461-7020fyph.orgSocial Services

DONATE: New or gently used children’s clothing; diapers and baby gear; children’s books and school supplies; new socks, underwear, and pajamas; and children’s toiletries. VOLUNTEER: Assist at Gracie’s Closet, a clothing resource center for foster children.

Fly Fishing for Veterans678-993-9896flyfishingforvets.comSocial Services

DONATE: $, fly fishing supplies/equipment. (See website.)
VOLUNTEER: Teach or assist vets with basic fly fishing skills.

Flying Change Equine Therapy404-502-0283flyingchange.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: $, call or email for want list.
VOLUNTEER: Help with equine therapy sessions, horse care, or fundraising.

Friends of the Fayette County Public Library770-461-8841ffcpl.orgArts/History/Culture

DONATE: New or gently used books for book sales. VOLUNTEER: Advocate for libraries, help sort books or work at book sales, or serve as a board or committee member.

Georgia Heartland Humane Society770-830-2820gaheartland.comAnimal Advocates

DONATE: Dog and cat food, scoopable cat litter, towels, medications for flea and heartworm treatment, and dog crates. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Help with fundraising, special events, administration, and applicant screenings. (See website for a detailed list.)

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta770-702-9100girlscoutsofgreateratlanta.orgCivic/Community Groups

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

Golden Retriever Rescue of Atlanta770-915-4922grra.comAnimal Advocates

VOLUNTEER: Provide foster homes. Serve on Home Check, Placement, or Intake Teams; work on Adoption Days; help transport dogs to vet appointments, etc. (See the Events Calendar for adoption dates.)

Good Shepherd Humane Society770-462-5513Animal Advocates

VOLUNTEER: Help with pet care and adoptions (See the Events Calendar for adoption dates.)

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren770-460-9471fayettefactor.orgSeniors

DONATE: School items for children, giftcards for general items for families, and tickets to entertainment events. VOLUNTEER: Need mentors/tutors for children, child care for support group meetings, and groups to host activities for grandparents and/or grandchildren.

Guitars Not Guns770-861-2443www.guitarsnotguns.orgEducation/Youth

DONATE: $, new or gently-used guitars. (See website).
VOLUNTEER: See website.

HeartCry for Children770-461-4337heartcryforchildren.orgReaching Out

DONATE and VOLUNTEER: See website for details.

HeroBox678-224-5794herobox.orgReaching Out

DONATE: Non-perishable food items, hygiene products, and entertainment items. (See website for detailed list.) VOLUNTEER: (See website for details.)

Hudson Family Foundation404-584-0095hudsonfamilyfoundation.comSocial Services

DONATE: $, auction items, air miles, books, etc. (See website).
VOLUNTEER: See website.

Ideal Dress678-372-5761theidealdress.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Short or full-length dresses; formal shoes, purses, and jewelry. (See website for detailed list.) Also: need florists to donate boutonnieres. VOLUNTEER: Need hairstylists and makeup artists to provide services the day of proms. Also need dry cleaners.

International Institute for Foot and Ankle Surgery678-854-1976iifas.netReaching Out

DONATE: C-Arm, surgical lights, and other medical supplies. VOLUNTEER: Help with fundraising, including grant writing.

Joseph Sams School770-461-5894josephsamsschool.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: Fencing, digital cameras, educational tools, adaptive toys, arts & crafts supplies. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Help with fundraising events.

Keep Peachtree City Beautiful770-632-3195peachtree-city.org/kptcbEnvironment

VOLUNTEER: Help with picking up litter or participate in the Adopt-A-Mile, Adopt-A-Path, Adopt-A-Park, or Adopt-A-Stream programs.

Kiwanis Club of Fayette County678-461-0014gakiwanis23.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Kiwanis Club of McIntosh Trail770-632-5823kcomt.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Kiwanis Club of Metro Fayette770-461-7152 gakiwanis23.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City770-632-0647peachtreecitykiwanis.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City Golden K770-631-3667gakiwanis23.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Lekotek of Georgia770-289-3276lekotekga.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: Desktop and laptop computers, flat-screen monitors. VOLUNTEER: Help with computer camp, Computer Club, golf classic, silent auction, Lekotek Run, or holiday party; serve as a Spanish translator.

Line Creek Civitan Club770-716-0571linecreekcivitan.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Living Water for Girls678-783-0126www.livingwaterforgirls.orgSocial Services

DONATE: $
VOLUNTEER: See website.

March of Dimes (Georgia Chapter)404-350-9800www.marchofdimes.com/georgiaHealth/Medical

DONATE: $
VOLUNTEER: See website or call for details.

Peachtree City Dog Park Associationwww.ptcdogpark.comAnimal Advocates

DONATE: $
VOLUNTEER: See website.

Peachtree City Farmers MarketEnvironment

DONATE: Funds to help start the new Community Garden in Peachtree City.

Peachtree City Optimist Club770-487-8184georgiaoptimists.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Piedmont-Fayette Hospital Auxiliary Volunteers770-719-7098piedmontfayette.orgHealth/Medical

VOLUNTEER: Assist in medical departments; work at Information Desk, Gift Shop, or Fitness Center. House/grounds, community outreach, special events, fundraising.

Pregnancy Resource Center of Fayette770-719-2288fayetteprc.comSocial Services

DONATE: New or gently used maternity clothes, children’s clothing (newborn – 4T), and baby equipment (cribs, high chairs, walkers, etc.). New diapers, wipes, baby lotion, baby wash, and baby oil. VOLUNTEER: Peer counselors, parenting mentors, and clothes closet workers.

Prevent Child Abuse Fayette404-291-1602fayettefactor.orgSocial Services

VOLUNTEER: Need people interested in bringing training to their groups.

Promise Place770-461-3839promiseplace.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Gift cards, personal hygiene items, paper products, office supplies, trash bags, non-perishable food, children’s snacks and drinks, bath towels, and cleaning supplies. VOLUNTEER: Answer crisis hotline; help with childcare for weekly support groups; present sessions of the Teen Dating Violence Prevention Program; help with transportation and relocation assistance; serve as a board member or community advocate; or help with special events, projects, and fundraisers.

READing Paws770-252-5303readingpaws.orgArts/History/Culture

DONATE: Children’s books (new, for grades 1-5); books about dogs and caring for animals. VOLUNTEER: Nationally registered Therapy Dog Teams are needed, and READing Paws offers training quarterly. Also needed are volunteers without dogs who have a love of reading and children.

Real Life Center770-631-9334reallifecenter.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Non-perishable food items, all basic household items, children’s items, gently used clothing, and furniture. (See website for detailed list.) VOLUNTEER: Work at the store or clothes closet; assist with administration and follow-up calls; help sort supplies and deliver them to families; collect food; assist clients with financial planning advice, interviewing skills, or resume writing; lead a support group.

Reece Center for Handicapped Horsemanship678-423-1734reececenter.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: Hay and other supplies for horses; equipment and supplies for barn, office, and other facilities. (See website for detailed list.) VOLUNTEER: Help with lessons and horse care; also maintenance, special events, and fundraising.

Rescuecats, Inc.678-817-9647rescuecats.orgAnimal Advocates

DONATE: KMR kitten formula, canned kitten food, scoopable and traditional clay litter. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Help with cat/kitten care, pet transport, adoption events, or support services for new/prospective owners. (See the Events Calendar for adoption dates.)

Rivers Alive (Georgia)404-675-6240riversalive.orgEnvironment

VOLUNTEER: Serve on planning committee; identify a waterway for cleanup; recruit volunteers/sponsors; assist with event day setup; pick up trash; record data.

Rotary Club of Coweta-Fayette404-630-5298cowetafayetterotary.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Rotary Club of Fayette Daybreak770-718-8290fayettedaybreak.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Rotary Club of Fayetteville404-308-1982rotaryfayettevillega.comCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Rotary Club of Peachtree City678-884-9556ptcrotary.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Second Chance Thrift Store770-719-7593brooksumc.comSocial Services

DONATE: Gently used or new clothing, household items, and furniture. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Sort clothing, work in the shop.

Senoia Optimists Club770-599-6097senoiaoptimistclub.orgCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

Southern Conservation Trust770-486-7774sctlandtrust.orgEnvironment

VOLUNTEER: Office assistant or preservation steward. Help with outdoor maintenance, committees, newsletter, website, or promoting SCT at community events. Serve on Board of Directors.

Southern Crescent Alzheimers Memory Walk770-486-6991southernmemorywalk.orgHealth/Medical

VOLUNTEER: Serve as a team member or captain; help raise funds.

Southern Crescent Chorale770-716-1231southerncrescentchorale.orgArts/History/Culture

VOLUNTEER: New voices are always welcome. (See website for other volunteer opportunities).

Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity770-477-2367schabitat.orgHousing

DONATE: Land for homesites. Also: pickup truck, chest freezer, leaf blower. (See website for more details.) VOLUNTEERS: Help with builds; serve on Family Selection, Family Support, Public Relations, or Construction Skills Training committees.

Southern Nights Chorale770-461-3258southernnightschorale.orgArts/History/Culture

DONATE: Sheet music and supplies. VOLUNTEER: Need male voices.

Southland Health & Rehabilitation770-631-9000tlchoices.com/southlandnursinghomeHealth/Medical

DONATE: Board games, easy jigsaw/crossword/word-search puzzles. (See website for more details.) VOLUNTEER: Assist with activities, crafts, parties, music, games, beauty shop, office. (See website for more details.)

Southwest Christian Care770-969-8354swchristiancare.orgHealth/Medical

DONATE: Gift cards to Lowe’s, Home Depot, or Walmart to use for maintenance items; white Christmas tree lights. (See detailed list on website.) VOLUNTEER: Help with caregiving/activities for patients and families; light laundry duty; fundraising events; resale stores; or administration.

Special Olympics of Georgia (Fayette Chapter)770-716-4325specialolympicsga.orgSpecial Needs

DONATE: Sports equipment and gently-used uniforms. VOLUNTEER: Assist with competitions and special events; serve as a certified coach or on a management team.

Square Foot Ministry770-329-7736squarefootministry.comHousing

DONATE: Building supplies, tools, paint, bottled water, andcoolers. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Light construction work; cleaning and yard work; preparing and serving lunches and cold drinks; running errands.

The Gathering Place770-631-2553www.peachtree-city.orgSeniors

DONATE: $
VOLUNTEER: Call for details.

United Way of Metro Atlanta (Coweta & Fayette)770-254-8497www.unitedwayatlanta.orgSocial Services

DONATE: $
VOLUNTEER:
Dial 211 for Volunteer Information Line.

Wellspring Living770-631-8888wellspringliving.orgSocial Services

DONATE: Gently used clothing and household items for store; designated items on Target Club Wed registries. (See website for details.) VOLUNTEER: Need academic mentors, assistants for equine therapy, teachers for life skills classes, and workers for the store.

Young Professionals of Fayette County (YP Fayette)404-502-0283ypfayette.comCivic/Community Groups

JOIN: New members are always welcome. SUPPORT: Attend fundraising events or become a sponsor at special events.

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