Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh (WC&S) supports survivors of domestic violence with emergency shelter, hotline counseling, court advocacy, and children's programming. Volunteer roles include Hotline Volunteer (after extensive training), Court Advocate (accompanying survivors to Protection From Abuse hearings), Shelter Support (childcare,…
Pennsylvania Interfaith Impact Network (PIIN) organizes Allegheny County congregations across faith traditions for racial and economic justice campaigns. Volunteers join action teams on housing access, criminal-justice reform (Right2Counsel), education equity, voter engagement, and immigration justice.
Join us at either Shiloh Farm or Braddock Farms for an early Saturday morning volunteering project May-October. Help out with the farm tasks, take a tour with our staff and finish out your productive morning by shopping at the farm stand.
#### While we are booked for Corporate Group opportunities for the 2026 season, we are still accepting Group Applications for Zoo Boo 2026 (below). Check back for more Corporate Group opportunities in early 2027!
If your organization is looking for a wild way to spend a day of community service, look no further.
#### The Zoo has temporarily paused on accepting dive applications. Please check back again!
Volunteer Divers assist with the maintenance of both warm and cold-water exhibits, including the Aquarium’s Open Ocean and Flooded Forest tanks, as well as the sea otter and pinniped exhibits in Water’s Edge.
CASA of Allegheny County trains volunteer Community Counselors (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to advocate in family court for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or trauma. Volunteers complete a 30-hour pre-service training, are sworn in by a judge, then commit to one case at a time (typically 12-18 months) — interviewing the child and adults…
Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh repairs homes for low-income homeowners across Allegheny County. Volunteers join skilled and unskilled home-repair workdays — from painting and landscaping to accessibility ramps, electrical, plumbing, and roofing for trades-licensed volunteers.
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Pittsburgh Equality Center is operated by volunteers eager to make a difference in our community. Check out some of our fantastic opportunities and consider getting involved!
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Pittsburgh Equality Center requires all volunteers to complete the form (click the "Volunteer" link) below.
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Volunteering at Persad is a great way to support our LGBTQ+ mental health and drug & alcohol services.
#### We are no longer accepting applications for the 2026 Zoo Teen Program. Applications will open up for the 2027 season in December.
The summer Zoo Teen Program is for teens ages 14-17, who are interested in animals and conservation. The program will run from June 15 – August 1, 2026.
The Pop District is a major new cultural and economic development project, spearheaded by the Andy Warhol Museum, that intends to transform a six-block section of the museum’s neighborhood on Pittsburgh’s North Shore into a thriving hub for expansive cultural programming, creative workforce development, and ultimately a new and enhanced cultural tourism…
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteers work in The Factory helping visitors of all ages make art inspired by Andy Warhol, assist in the museum’s world-famous archives, or provide office and curatorial support. Volunteer opportunities also exist in the registrars and rights/reproduction offices.
Adult Volunteers
No science expertise necessary—just a sense of fun and a willingness to learn! All positions focus on creating an extraordinary visitor experience. Our volunteer team includes diverse people of all ages, abilities, educational levels, and employment backgrounds.
Volunteers play a major part at Powdermill Nature Reserve, the museum’s environmental research center in the Laurel Highlands. Volunteers help with mailings, data management, summer children’s programs, trail grooming, and cleanup days. Volunteers also assist in a variety of ways at our bird banding station.
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteers conduct data entry for researchers, work behind-the-scenes in offices, conduct marketing and exhibition surveys, and help with various projects and programs.
Teen Volunteers
Teens age 14+ may help with a variety of educational activities including summer camps.
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Since 1998, [Arts Ed Collaborative (AEC)]() has collaborated with educators to unlock the transformative power of the arts. We envision a diverse network of educators in Southwestern Pennsylvania that immerses young people—regardless of appearance, ability, income, or ZIP Code—in powerful, personally relevant arts learning that transforms their…
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteers are found behind-the-scenes, doing research, record-keeping, and general office work. Opportunities also exist in curatorial departments and education, to assist with special projects.
Teen Volunteers
Teens age 16+ may help with a variety of educational activities including summer camps.
\- If your company has not experienced the rewards of a company-sponsored volunteer program, let the Department of Veterans Affairs help you get started today. Your employees have the skills and talents that VA needs to carry out its mission to “serve those who have served.” This can be your chance to give something back to the community while helping…
Veterans Leadership Program of Western PA (VLP) supports veterans across four programmatic pillars: Housing, Supportive Services, Career Development, and Wellness. Volunteer touchpoints include recurring Volunteer Days (group service days at VLP facilities) and Mentorship roles pairing community members with veterans navigating transitions.
# Volunteer or donate
Find out how to make a donation or become a volunteer at VA Pittsburgh, and learn more about how your support helps us serve Veterans.
## Become a volunteer
VA Pittsburgh Health care depends on the goodwill of donors and volunteers who want to give something back to America's heroes.
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Are you a teen who loves Carnegie Museums? Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your summer and gain valuable experience? Apply to become a teen volunteer assistant with our museum summer camps!
Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse (PCCR) is a creative-reuse retail nonprofit diverting craft and art supplies from landfills (similar mission to Construction Junction's building-materials reuse). 30+ shop volunteers organize, sort, bag, and clean incoming donations; education volunteers support workshops and family events.
Attack Theatre is a Lawrenceville-based contemporary dance company. Volunteers support performances and special events — typical roles include front-of-house, ticketing, education-program support, and event operations.
# Get Involved
### A Helpful Way to Be Involved in the Excitement of CLO
Volunteers are needed for a variety of projects. If you are interested in volunteering for the Pittsburgh CLO, please contact Brandon Marzke, Development Coordinator, at 412-281-3973 ext. 234, or [bmarzke@pittsburghclo.org]() for more information.
Bach Choir of Pittsburgh is a professional chamber choir. Concert volunteers handle set-up and tear-down, box office, ushering, and on-site support. Year-round project work includes document archiving, IT/networking support, business engagement, and community-group outreach. Choir performs throughout the season at venues across Pittsburgh.