13 local nonprofits seeking volunteers right now in Birmingham
ByPatience Itson
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Looking to make a difference? Here are some local nonprofits in Birmingham seeking volunteers right now.
1. American Red Cross
Mission: to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors
Currently Seeking: Volunteers to help support blood donations and deliver much-needed services to the community. Remote opportunities are also available.
To volunteer with American Red Cross, apply here.
Explore all volunteer opportunities here.
Where: 117 W Park Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211
Contact: 205.942.3604
Website
2. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham
Mission: to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth
Currently Seeking: Big Brothers and Big Sisters to mentor Littles.
Programs:
To volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Birmingham, fill out an application.
Where: 1901 14th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Contact: 205.939.5590
Website
3. Black Warrior Riverkeeper
Mission: to protect and restore the Black Warrior River and its tributaries
Currently Seeking: a variety of volunteer opportunities are open. Search the list here.
To volunteer with Black Warrior Riverkeeper, contact Charles Scribner via phone 205.458.0095 or email (cscribner@blackwarriorriver.org).
Where: 712 37th St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact: 205.458.0095
Website
4. Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
Mission: to supply food to pantries, shelters and children’s programs in Central Alabama
Currently Seeking: group and individual volunteers
To volunteer with Food Bank of Central Alabama:
- Fill out this form.
- Sign up with the calendar below.
- Show up for your volunteer slot.
Where: 107 Walter Davis Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact: 205.942.8911
Website
5. Crisis Center Birmingham
Mission: to serve the unmet needs of people experiencing personal crisis or mental health issues and respond with services that promote coping, emotional health and well-being
Currently Seeking: conscientious and reliable volunteers for areas including: crisis intervention and prevention, mental health services and sexual assault services.
To volunteer with Crisis Center Birmingham, fill out an application here.
Where: 3600 8th Avenue S, Ste 501, Birmingham, Alabama
Contact: 205.323.7782
Website
6. Greater Birmingham Humane Society
Mission: to promote the humane treatment of people and animals through education, advocacy and services.
Currently Seeking: general volunteers and foster parents
To apply for general volunteer opportunities, click here or sign up to volunteer as a foster here.
Did you know the pandemic sparked an increase in animal fostering and adoption around Birmingham? Learn more about it, plus other local shelters seeking volunteers.
Where: 300 Snow Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Contact: 205.942.1211
Website
7. Hand in Paw
Mission: to improve human health and well-being through Animal-Assisted Therapy
Currently Seeking: volunteers seeking to volunteer with or without an animal
Learn more about Hand in Paw’s programs here.
Where: 617 38th St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact: 205.322.5144
Website
8. Make-A-Wish Foundation
Mission: to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses
Currently Seeking: volunteers for a variety of opportunities. View the full list here.
To volunteer with Make-a-Wish Alabama:
- Attend a volunteer information session.
- Fill out an application.
- Chat with a volunteer.
- Submit your paperwork.
To get the process started, click here and select “volunteering” in the dropdown menu.
Where: 400 Vestavia Pkwy, #402, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Contact: 205.254.9474
Website
Want to discover even more volunteer opportunities in Birmingham? Check out our nonprofit guide.
9. Mitchell’s Place
Mission: to provide comprehensive, research-based services for children and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities
Currently Seeking: volunteers for Early Learning Preschool and the Advancement Office
To volunteer with Mitchell’s Place:
- Complete this form.
- Upon completion, you will be contacted by a Mitchell’s Place employee for scheduling and next steps.
Where: 4778 Overton Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210
Contact: 205.957.0294 or email info@mitchells-place.com
Website
10. One Roof
Mission: to equip and empower our community to prevent and end homelessness through advocacy, education and coordination of service
Currently Seeking: event volunteers
To volunteer with One Roof, fill out an application here, or email info@oneroofonline.org.
Where: 515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
Contact: 205.254.8833
Website
11. STAIR of Birmingham
Mission: to increase the reading skills and self-esteem of second graders through one-on-one tutoring
Currently Seeking: virtual tutors
To volunteer with STAIR of Birmingham:
- Sign up to tutor.
- Complete an online orientation.
- Get paired with a student.
Where: 3703 5th Ave S, #400, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact: 205.730.7799
Website
12. The Birmingham Zoo
Mission: to inspire passion to conserve the natural world
Currently Seeking: adult, teen, group/community, special event volunteers. View volunteer opportunities here.
To volunteer with The Birmingham Zoo, fill out an application.
Where: 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223
Contact: 205.879.0409
Website
13. United Way of Central AL, Inc.
Mission: to increase the organized capacity of people to care for one another to improve our community
Currently Seeking: volunteers for a variety of programs
To volunteer with United Way Hands On, click here to find opportunities near you.
Where: 3600 8th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
Contact: 205.251.5131
Website
Want to discover even more volunteer opportunities in Birmingham? Check out our nonprofit guide.
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