Volunteer Opportunities for Kids Around Indianapolis
It can be tough to find local volunteer opportunities for kids, so we've compiled a list of places around Indianapolis that allow families with younger children to participate.
Volunteering at home is a wonderful solution for families who want to make a difference, though there is nothing quite like helping out in your own community.
Has your family tried any kids volunteer opportunities around Indianapolis? Share your experience below by adding a review or suggesting another favorite organization for the list!
Kim Harms/Children's Museum, Indianapolis
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Beth Wood said: Families can have fun volunteering on the same team throughout the award-winning Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Together, you might help explain certain exhibits or guide guests through large or busy exhibits. Flexible volunteer shifts are available including weekly, bi-weekly, weekend, evening, occasional and special events. Museum staff will use your family's talents and interests to find the best volunteer opportunity for your group throughout their volunteer application process.
Indianapolis, IN
1 review
Circle City Relief
Dawn Denning said: My sons and I have worked with and love Circle City Relief. This is a Christian-based organization that provides food, clothing, supplies and hope on Sundays to homeless in Downtown Indy. The goal is to provide relief from hunger and give hope to those involved. You can help by cooking, sorting clothing, interacting with recipients, serving food or helping to pick out clothing.
Indianapolis, IN
1 review
indyhumane.org
Humane Society of Indianapolis
Beth Wood said: Does your family love animals? Spend time volunteering for the Humane Society of Indianapolis where you can help take care of the homeless dogs and cats living in the Humane Society's shelter. Their Parent and Me program is the perfect way to spend time together caring for the animals being held in the IHS's adoption kennels. There are also volunteer options for older teens in the shelters. Simply visit their site to get started volunteering.
Indianapolis, IN
1 review
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana
Dawn Denning said: Gleaner's mission is to lead the fight against hunger. They help kids, families and seniors gain access to food. If you'd like to help, you can sort, scan or pack food in the warehouse. Or you can help seniors shop, stock shelves in the pantry or help visitors carry food to their cars. After viewing the opportunities, fill out an application to apply.
Indianapolis, IN
1 review
morningdovetrc.org
Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding
Dawn Denning said: Morning Dove helps people with emotional/physical disabilities and children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder through therapeutic horseback riding. The soothing rhythm of a horse increases the riders strength, balance and agility while providing comfort and building confidence. Volunteers are needed to sidewalk/lead walk the horses during class, care for the barns and for the horses. If you are an inside person, there are opportunities with fundraising for events and also office work.
Zionsville, IN
1 review
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