Opportunities From: United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades - Agency Site

The Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, is a national free training program which prepares residents and community members to better prepare themselves, their families, and their neighbors, in the event of a local disaster. CERT Basic Training covers the following course topics Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety & Utility Controls, Disaster Psychology and Medical Operations, and Light Search and Rescue Operations, and more.

Upon completion of the CERT Basic Training course, our volunteers are able to support the City and the Department with additional emergency response related activities and our EOC Activations.

If you are interested in being a part of the CERT team, click this link to sign up CERT Basic Training Response Form

We are looking for individuals with a flexible schedule that can volunteer for a few four-hour shifts per month.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

Weekdays: 8am-12pm, 12pm-4pm, 4pm-8pm

Weekends: 10am-2pm, 2pm-6pm

Please note: House volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Family Room volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and complete a Lee Health Volunteer Application provided by Volunteer Manager Illeny Farese, in order to volunteer at Golisano Children’s Hospital.

If you are interested, please fill out our volunteer application by clicking here. Thank you!

The Family Meal Program provides support to families who are taking care of their sick children, and often don’t have the time, funds, or energy to prepare a home-cooked meal. After a long day at the hospital, a hot meal is a blessing! Watch this video below to see how our program works!

The Family Meal Program provides support to families who are taking care of their sick children, and often don’t have the time, funds, or energy to prepare a home-cooked meal. Can you help us cook dinner? 

Come cook in our kitchen (this option requires scheduling. Please send an email to volunteer@rmhcswfl.org so we can add you on our meal calendar.)

The talents of our compassionate and generous volunteers help keep our doors open. Volunteers are actively involved in the general care of the animals including walking/exercising, socializing, grooming, and cleaning kennels. Volunteers are also involved in special projects, events, humane education, offsite outreach programs and in-home foster care. 

Our volunteers are required to complete our application and attend orientation. We offer both cat only and "regular" (cat and dog) orientation. Please visit our Website for more information or to fill out a volunteer application. You will receive an email once your application is approved. 

Are you an early bird who loves working in the kitchen and wants to help the community?

Sam's Community Café is open to anyone for a hot meal from 10:30am - 12pm every weekday. A lot of prep, cooking, and cleaning goes into making this happen each day for our clients, and the more hands, the better.

There are shifts available from morning to afternoon Monday through Friday, starting at 6am, 7am and 9am. Early morning shifts are available to package food for that day's Meals on Wheels deliveries.

Please go to www.communitycooperative.com/give-help/volunteer so get started!

Our volunteers are a huge part of what makes Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium a success. We have two annual signature events, Haunted Walk and Holiday Lights. We are always looking for volunteers to join the planning committee and/or event day volunteers.

Starting in September, we transform one of our trails into a spooky path through the woods and then in November we start turning it to a sparking Christmas Light paradise.  This is accomplished with the help of amazing community volunteers. So whether turning our pineland trail into a creepy crawly haunted experience or adding twinkling lights to brighten everyone's December, Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium has something for you!!! 

Join the fun whether spooky or sparkling!!

A part-time Client Services Associate (CSA) at Providence Family Life Center works remotely and onsite at our Fort Myers Centre and provides great support to the Executive Director, staff, and clients.  The CSA will contribute to our office needs, assisting with general tasks like answering phones, data entry, file organization, and special projects.  

Office hours are:

Monday 9 am- 1 pm

Tuesday 9 am- 1 pm

 Wednesday 9 am- 1 pm

Thursday 9 am- 1 pm

A part-time volunteer opportunity has the potential to become a full-time paid staff position for the right candidate.

To learn more about the organization, visit our website, or call 239-676-3159.

Interested? Please respond to this opportunity, and we will be in touch!

Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community while having fun and learning new things. And, you don’t need a green thumb. While knowing something about gardening helps, you can choose from many different areas to make your contribution, including animal care, education, operations, and guest services in addition to horticulture.

Regularly scheduled volunteers can assist in one of our departments.

Periodic volunteers can assist with events and work days.

Our highly qualified team includes experts who are experienced and love to share their knowledge.  If you have ever wanted to learn more about plants and animals, we have the perfect environment to do so!  We strive to promote an equitable and inclusive team as well as a positive work environment.

We also offer internships in many different areas. 

Orientation and Information sessions are held monthly.

Please complete our application and we'll be in touch with more information!

We have several Mobile Pantry Distributions in Lee County (Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Lehigh Acres) that are in great need of volunteer assistance to help with client registration.   

If anyone is interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete the online application: https://harrychapinfoodbank.org/take-action/give-time/volunteer/

Next step is to access an Interest Form at  https://forms.office.com/r/csJEndRmvS 

We also have additional areas that need assistance at these Mobile Pantry sites:

Thank you in advance as we come together to help our community!

*PLEASE NOTE WHEN SIGNING UP FOR A SHIFT YOU ARE COMMITTING TO THAT TIME & THE AGENCY WILL BE EXPECTING YOU* 

Help us help people see! The Florida Lions Eye Clinic is a nonprofit that serves Florida residents who do not have insurance of any kind, and are at or below 200% federal poverty level.

We are in need of Spanish translators! The minimum age to volunteer in the clinic is 18.

Please contact our Clinic Supervisor, Olivia Pena at 239-498-3937 or oliviap@fllec.com to get involved ASAP! Thank you!

Help us help people see! The Florida Lions Eye Clinic is a nonprofit that serves Florida residents who do not have insurance of any kind, and are at or below 200% federal poverty level.

We are in need of Spanish-speaking Administrative Assistants! Afternoon shift is needed ASAP! The minimum age to volunteer in the clinic is 18.

Please contact our Clinic Supervisor, Olivia Pena at 239-498-3937 or oliviap@fllec.com to get involved ASAP! Thank you!

Help us help people see! The Florida Lions Eye Clinic is a nonprofit that serves Florida residents who do not have insurance of any kind, and are at or below 200% federal poverty level.

We are in need of Spanish-speaking Ophthalmic Assistants! The minimum age to volunteer in the clinic is 18.

Please contact our Clinic Supervisor, Olivia Pena at 239-498-3937 or oliviap@fllec.com to get involved ASAP! Thank you!

Help us help people see! The Florida Lions Eye Clinic is a nonprofit that serves Florida residents who do not have insurance of any kind, and are at or below 200% federal poverty level.

We are in need of Ophthalmologists to help us in the clinic! We are open Mon-Fri 8:30AM-4PM, however we do not see patients the entire day and can work around your schedule! We value your time and are grateful for anyone who can help out in the clinic.

Please contact our Clinic Supervisor, Olivia Pena at 239-498-3937 or oliviap@fllec.com to get involved ASAP! Thank you!

Volunteers to help tutor K-12 students who are at the center during Summer Camp from 9am-4pm Mon-Fri.

Volunteers to help tutor K-12 students who are at the center during 2024-2025 Academic Year from 2pm-6pm Mon-Fri.

Please contact Keesha Allen to sign up: 239-334-2797  |  kallen@qlcswfl.org

Tutors do not need to be experienced educators – just need caring adults to help kids with homework, and/or reading and math.

Volunteers are needed to assist the parents/students in completing FAFSA applications.

There will be an experienced school FAFSA staff worker on site, we need volunteers to help parents as they complete their own applications. You don't have to be the 'all-knowing' person, there are handouts and cheat sheets, and an experienced person on site. 

We just need more people to assist. Please respond and we will share the schedule with you.

These events happen at all Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades County high schools. Some are in the daytime and some in the evenings.

Thank you!

FISH of SanCap needs Your Help! Support our senior services through meal deliveries, transportation on and off the island, and more. 

Please contact Our Director of Senior Services, Erika Broyles, erika@fishofsancap.org, 239-472-4775.

We are searching for a fun, dynamic art instructor to help teach our FI Creates program! This program is for kids and teens on the autism spectrum and meets once a week, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm-6:00pm, for 1 month or 4-week cycles. The commitment required is 4 weeks. We are willing to pay and have capability to hold the class in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, depending on what is easier for our instructor. We will have our highly trained staff participating with our kids so there is plenty of support for all the kids in the room. Typically, class sizes range from 4-10. Please reach out to Cora at Family Initiative if you're interested! 

Cancer Alliance of Naples is looking for assistance with reorganizing the kitchen and helping to support cleaning the office. This task is typically done by staff so it would be a huge help to have support to divide the tasks. 

We are a small staff and try to get it done ourselves, but with the constant increase for our services, we need help with this now more than ever. We will gladly accept the help of anyone willing. 

The opportunity is open for anytime during the timeframe, it does not need to take the entire time given. 

Working in the garden doing weeding, watering, planting and cleaning.

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The mission of this program is to serve Harlem Heights senior citizens through community, education, enrichment, and the arts. The program is every Tuesday and Thursday  from 9am-12pm. This is a new program and I will need help leading activities, distributing meals, and keeping them engaged. Because it's new, I'm open to new ideas and would love consistent volunteers who want a say in how the program will look. 

We are looking for consistent volunteers to tutor adult students looking to improve their English language. This program involves one-on-one tutoring flexible to the student and volunteers schedules (between the hours of 9am-5pm Monday-Friday). This is a great opportunity for volunteers who want to have direct impact on someone's life. Some students may be true beginners with no English language skills, and some may just want to focus on vocabulary for a particular context like a job they're applying to. Someone who is bilingual in Spanish and English or has a background in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) would be a great asset to this program, but volunteers with no background are also welcome (and would be matched with a more advanced student). 

About the GED: The GED (General Educational Development) exam tests students in math, language arts, science, and social studies.
Each subject requires a score of 145 to pass to earn a GED Diploma/Certificate (this can take place of a traditional high school diploma. 

Individuals may be interested in earning a GED certificate because most workplaces require potential employees to have a high school diploma or the equivalent. Adults who didn't finish high school can meet that requirement by passing the GED exam.

About our GED tutoring program: Our GED tutoring program is a free program for Harlem Heights residents which relies on volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring tailored to the needs of their student. Students take a pre-test with us, then we determine which areas they need a tutor in. Volunteers may have a general education background and can work with the students in any of the 4 areas, or they may have a strong suit like math. This program is flexible, depending on the schedule of the volunteer and student (within the window of 9am-5pm Monday-Friday). This is a very impactful way to impact someone's life through one-on-one tutoring. You could help someone achieve their career goals.

Hope Healthcare is looking for new exceptional volunteers in the Clewiston area! 

Opportunities will vary; please ask us about additional options for volunteering at Hope!

Visit this link to apply!

The first step is to complete your volunteer application – either online or by mail. When we receive your completed application, we’ll call to talk about your individual talents and interests.

Hope will process your background check and provide you with two TB tests, which are required before you may begin volunteering. These important steps help ensure the health and safety of the people in our care.

After all the required elements are complete, we’ll schedule your orientation class. Volunteer orientations are offered at different times and locations throughout the year. Upon completion, you’ll be assigned to a Volunteer Coordinator, who will help you begin volunteering at Hope!

Please contact us for more information!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast is currently looking for adult mentors for children aged 6-18.  Do you live in Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, or Glades? Do you have 4 hours per month to spend with a child? 

All of our applicants are background screened, fingerprinted, and interviewed to determine better match them with a Little who needs a little extra support. 

If you are ready to make a BIG impact in the life of child in our area, please go to www.bbbssun.org and click on our Volunteer tab at the top of the page. We are currently looking for mentors in our community as well as our Reading Bigs programs at Heights Elementary, Tropic Isles Elementary, Ray Pottorff Elementary, and the after school program at Renaissance Preserve. 

It Takes a Little to Be BIG!

We are searching for a fun, dynamic dance instructor to help teach our FI Creates program! This program is for kids and teens on the autism spectrum and meets once a week, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm-6:00pm, for 1 month or 4-week cycles. The commitment required is 4 weeks. We are willing to pay and have capability to hold the class in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, depending on what is easier for our instructor. We will have our highly trained staff participating with our kids so there is plenty of support for all the kids in the room. Typically, class sizes range from 4-10. Please reach out to Cora at Family Initiative if you're interested! 

We are searching for a fun, dynamic music instructor to help teach our FI Creates program! This program is for kids and teens on the autism spectrum and meets once a week, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm-6:00pm, for 1 month or 4-week cycles. The commitment required is 4 weeks. We are willing to pay and have capability to hold the class in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, depending on what is easier for our instructor. We will have our highly trained staff participating with our kids so there is plenty of support for all the kids in the room. Typically, class sizes range from 4-10. Please reach out to Cora at Family Initiative if you're interested! 

We are searching for a fun, dynamic photography instructor to help teach our FI Creates program! This program is for kids and teens on the autism spectrum and meets once a week, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm-6:00pm, for 1 month or 4-week cycles. The commitment required is 4 weeks. We are willing to pay and have capability to hold the class in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, depending on what is easier for our instructor. We will have our highly trained staff participating with our kids so there is plenty of support for all the kids in the room. Typically, class sizes range from 4-10. Please reach out to Cora at Family Initiative if you're interested! 

We are searching for a fun, dynamic yoga instructor to help teach our FI Creates program! This program is for kids and teens on the autism spectrum and meets once a week, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm-6:00pm, for 1 month or 4-week cycles. The commitment required is 4 weeks. We are willing to pay and have capability to hold the class in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, depending on what is easier for our instructor. We will have our highly trained staff participating with our kids so there is plenty of support for all the kids in the room. Typically, class sizes range from 4-10. Please reach out to Cora at Family Initiative if you're interested! 

Be a Tutor - Change a Life

Become a volunteer tutor to local residents who want to learn English or improve reading skills.

No foreign language or teaching experience is necessary, only the desire to help and the ability to commit an hour or two, twice a week. To you it’s only a couple hours; to students it’s the chance to change their lives.

We provide tutor training once a month for new tutors to get you ready to teach! 

For more information:

Email: dave@literacygulfcoast.org

Phone: 239-676-5202

Hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30. The Department is recruiting Hope Heroes to be ready to support seniors before and after a hurricane strikes. What does disaster assistance look like as a Hope Hero?

Sign up today so you can be ready to help as soon as the need arises!

Sign up here

Be a Tutor - Change a Life

Looking for volunteers in the Lehigh Acres area. Come and join us as a volunteer tutor to local residents who want to learn English or improve reading skills.

No foreign language or teaching experience is necessary, only the desire to help and the ability to commit an hour or two, twice a week. To you it’s only a couple hours; to students it’s the chance to change their lives.

We provide tutor training once a month for new tutors to get you ready to teach! 

For more information:

Email: dave@literacygulfcoast.org

Phone: 239-676-5202

Volunteers are needed for a variety of projects to help get ready for distribution!

Make new friends, work as a team, learn new skills and help provide food to those in need!

A wide variety of projects including sorting and packing, receiving and/or distributing, cleaning, etc. on an ongoing basis, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday between 8 am and 3 pm.

Volunteers are an integral part of the Collier County Museums: they assist in enhancing the quality of our guest’s experiences and provide their creativity and the dedication needed to assist in planning and implementing our programs and special activities.

Our museum volunteers assist with our educational workshops and lectures, student programs, group tours, greeting our guests, research projects, cataloging, computer assistance, gardening, maintenance/handyman work, arts & crafts preparation, office duties, and our diverse special events.

To find out more, please contact Karen Connetta, Volunteer Coordinator at (239) 252-8722 or at Karen.Connetta@CollierCountyFL.gov

Hi! we have a fantastic group of volunteers willing to come work planting and mowing at our facility. We are looking for someone  willing to donate supplies, perennials, annuals, small trees, mulch, etc to beautify our area! 

Keep our Food Pantry well-stocked and running smoothly! Greet and assist clients, keep shelves stocked, and ensure the pantry is tidy and clean. Our current summer 2023 hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 a.m. -- 3:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. -- 12:00 p.m. Contact Andrea Rubio at andrea@fishofsancap.org for more information, or sign up for a shift here. 

At this time, we are operating out of our original FISH building, which is pending restoration from Hurricane Ian. We do not have A.C., electricity, or running water. We will be moving into our new location (next door) in the next few weeks, where we will have A.C., electricity, and running water. Stay tuned! 

St. Matthew's House Needs Your Help!! 

We are looking for individuals to help us in our Fort Myers thrift store. Located near Metro Pkwy and Daniels. Various positions are open with flexible hours. 

Fort Myers Metro Parkway Location Opportunities

Contact Nathalie to sign up or visit the link below. 

https://smh.volunteerhub.com/vv2/

Coach and/or support a team with any YMCA Youth Sports programs.  Although beneficial, no previous experience required. Background check required. 

People who love to interact with others are perfect for this volunteer opportunity.  You will have the chance to connect with various types of people from many walks of life and create a welcoming environment. You will help answer general questions, share in genuine interactions with others, and support our front line associates. 

At the YMCA, we provide a service for families to leave their children in our kidzone while they work out. We can always use some extra hands to help these children have fun while the parents work out.  Please fill out our volunteer application for background screening if you are interested.    https://fortmyersymca.playerspace.com/register/

This opportunity is dependent on your interests in sports.  Opportunities include running the scoreboard for youth or adult sports, being a line or touch judge, assisting with sports clinics, youth team coaching, field painting/management, scorebook keeping, etc.  Background check required.

Future, current, and retired educators preferred but not required.  Looking for people to guide individual and small group tutoring and instruction in after-school programs and summer camp.  Background check required.

Gulf Coast Village is looking for high school volunteers to assist with resident's activities, serving in our dining room or helping at our Concierge Desk.

It's a great way to reduce social isolation in older adults and bridge the generation gap! It also looks great on resumes and college applications for those looking to get into the medical or social services field.

Monday-Friday afternoons and weekends are available!

Email Diana dnicol@voa.org for more information or to get started making a difference in a senior's life!

17 and up can volunteer with approved application

Teens 16 and under can volunteer with an accompanied adult chaperone and approved applications

Volunteer Application below: 

https://premiermobilehealth.org/volunteer/

Welcome Families to Group Nights and Assist with Parking

Be a welcoming smile as families come through the doors of Valerie's House on group nights. Assist children, teens, and caregivers with sign-in and name tags. Mingle and get to know our families. Have a friend who wants to volunteer? Bring them along!

Parking is tight, so help us get all vehicles parked safely.

A commitment of one hour, two evenings a month from 5:30 - 6:30 pm, is encouraged.

Help Set up, Serve, and Clean up Potluck Dinners

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and this is held at Valerie's House. Join us twice a month to set up, serve, and clean up dinner. Please get to know our families as they join you in the kitchen!

A commitment of at least 1.5 hours, two evenings a month from 5:30 - 7:30 pm is encouraged.

Our Buddy volunteers must go through training before starting as a volunteer. Once they complete the training, they will sit in a group with the children & help facilitate the activity for the night and help engage the children. 

Hours for this opportunity are from 5:30pm-8:30pm

The group is held Monday-Thursday

The next training is October 14th from 9am-5pm and October 15th from 1pm-5pm.

Ready to get started? Contact Bobbie Santiago for more information

Bobbie.Santiago@ValeriesHouse.org

Interested in gaining some experience working with seniors who live in a medical environment? The Lodge at Cypress Cove is seeking volunteers in high school to interact with seniors for a multigenerational experience. Many volunteers have an opportunity to work alongside our nurses, nursing assistants, and physical therapists. This experience looks great on resumes and college applications!

Hours are flexible, 7 days a week.  The following is a typical schedule and activities that volunteers assist with.

8:30am: Help pass out the Daily Chronicles and greet residents

9:30am: Assist residents to the morning activity and help to lead the activity.

1:30pm: Assist residents to the morning activity and help to lead the activity 

Assisting residents to and from activities includes encouraging the residents to attend, pushing a wheelchair, or walking alongside those who use a walker.

Examples of Activities: Provide manicures, socialize with residents, assist with arts & crafts, BINGO, room-to-room food-related programs, and physical and cognitive activities (beach ball toss, trivia).

Maybe you have a special talent or passion that you could share with our residents. And of course, we love well-behaved dog visits!

A Recovery Community Organization (RCO), is an independent, non-profit organization led and governed by representatives of local communities of recovery from substance abuse disorders. These organizations organize recovery-focused policy advocacy activities, carry out recovery-focused community education and outreach programs, and/or provide peer-based recovery support services.

We have various events coming up we would need volunteers for. We also have several tasks at our community center that can be completed by volunteers. Tasks include cleaning, sorting, packing, labeling, organizing, and assisting during outreach events.

Perfect volunteer opportunity for students interested in entering the social work, mental health, or psychology field. Hours are flexible with weekend availability. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Contact Laura Pegler to get started as a volunteer: laura@kimmiesrecoveryzone.org  

The mission of Lee BIA Builders Care is to provide emergency construction services at no cost to needy and deserving elderly and disabled homeowners who cannot obtain repairs through traditional means. Builders Care exists to improve the quality of life for these deserving Lee County residents. Recipients are elderly and/or disabled individuals of all ages who are in financial need and are living with housing conditions that pose a safety or health threat.

Builders Care is seeking high school students to assist with projects ranging from building wheelchair ramps, landscaping, painting, and other various projects. This is a perfect opportunity for students interested in getting first-hand experience in construction or trades like heating and cooling. Afternoon volunteer opportunity available. 

 “Build My Future” is an event in October specifically for local high school students. For more information about volunteering, contact 

Crystal Stouten: Crystal@bia.net 

An assisted living residence or assisted living facility (ALF) is a housing facility for people with disabilities or for adults who cannot or who choose not to live independently.

The Atrium at Liberty Park has a special area for residents who have memory disorders like dementia or Alzheimer's and is seeking volunteers in high school to interact with seniors for a multigenerational experience.

This experience looks great on resumes and college applications for those interested in medical or social sciences.

Hours are flexible, with availability 7 days a week. 

Monday-Friday: 3pm-6pm

Saturday & Sunday: 10am-3pm

Volunteers can assist residents in the dining room and with activities.

Examples of Activities: Manicures, socializing with residents, assisting with arts & crafts, BINGO, room-to-room food-related programs, and physical and cognitive activities (beach ball toss, trivia).

I Will Mentorship Foundation empowers youth to make positive life choices through E-STEM-based learning and evidence-based mentoring programs focused on increasing academic achievement, strengthening the community, and providing exposure to opportunities to improve socioeconomic mobility. Volunteers work in the many gardens, repair fencing, paint, and maybe even feed the chickens, all while learning about sustainability. 

To get started as a volunteer contact Dr. Jesse Bryson: 

(239) 666-8171 jlbryson@iwmf2.org 

The talents of our compassionate and generous volunteers help keep our doors open. Volunteers are actively involved in the general care of the animals including walking/exercising, socializing, grooming, and cleaning kennels. Volunteers are also involved in special projects, events, humane education, offsite outreach programs and in-home foster care. 

Our volunteers are required to complete our application and attend orientation. We offer both cat only and "regular" (cat and dog) orientation. Please visit our Website for more information or to fill out a volunteer application. You will receive an email once your application is approved. 

I Will Mentorship Foundation empowers youth to make positive life choices through E-STEM-based learning and evidence-based mentoring programs focused on increasing academic achievement, strengthening the community, and providing exposure to opportunities to improve socioeconomic mobility. Volunteers work in the many gardens, repair fencing, paint, and maybe even feed the chickens, all while learning about sustainability. 

To get started as a volunteer contact Dr. Jesse Bryson: 

(239) 666-8171 jlbryson@iwmf2.org 

Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida is proud to announce their new fatherhood mentorship program, "Level Up! Dads".  We are seeking any man who is confident in his abilities as a father to help mentor other fathers, boyfriends, step-fathers, and relatives who find themselves in the position of a father, but lacking the support and confidence needed to meet their full potential. 

Volunteers will be matched and paired with clients based on children's ages and number, interests, and values and will be allowed to grow their own relationship, be it as simple as weekly phone calls, to as in-depth as regular outings and meet-ups.  Your goal as a Dadvocate will be to offer support, guidance, and education to these men putting in the effort to be the best version of themselves possible for their children. 

Dadvocates are asked to maintain at least once per week contact with their assigned Dad as well as check in with program staff every three weeks.

Dadvocates are more than welcome, though not required, to attend any and all Level Up! Dads sponsored events. 

Feel free to contact 239-939-2808 or email dads@cac-swfl.org for more information. 

All Dadvocates will be required to complete a Level 2 background screening to include fingerprints and a drug screen. 

Enriching lives - one senior at a time

DO YOU HAVE AN HOUR A WEEK TO VOLUNTEER??

We are currently seeking compassionate individuals who are willing to lend a helping hand and be part of our team. As a volunteer at our food pantry, you'll have the opportunity to:

Make a Real Impact: Your efforts directly support those in need, ensuring they have access to nutritious food.

Build Meaningful Connections: Join a diverse and caring community of volunteers who share your passion for giving back.

Gain Valuable Experience: Develop new skills, broaden your horizons, and enhance your resume through volunteer experience.

Create Lasting Memories: Every act of kindness leaves a lasting impression, both on those we serve and in your heart.

Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a few days a month, your time and dedication can make a significant difference. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and ages.

If you're ready to be part of something bigger and help us fight hunger in our community respond to this opportunity and we will get in touch with you.   Together we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

Thank you for considering joining our cause. Your support is invaluable, and we look forward to having you on our team.

We currently have the following shifts available:

Wednesday:  9am - 12pm or 12pm - 3pm

Thursday: 9am - 12pm or 12pm - 3pm

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has an urgent need for male mentors! If you are 18 or older, you can make a BIG impact in the life of a child. You can participate in our community Bigs program or volunteer at one of our local elementary schools in our Reading Bigs program.

One hour per week can change a young person's life for the better! We have young people waiting to be matched right now.  Please call 239-288-4224 or go to www.bbbssun.org to take the first step.

It takes little to be Big!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has several opportunities to help in our local schools. We are currently looking for Reading Bigs over the age of 18 to help a child with reading and general school work one hour per week.

We are looking for mentors for 

Tropic Isles Elementary School

Heights Elementary School

Roy Pottorf Elementary School

Boys and Girls Club at Rennaissance Preserve

If you have an hour a week and would like to make a Big impact, call 239-288-4224 or go to our website www.bbbssun.org.  

Be a Tutor - Change a Life

Looking for volunteers in the San Carlos area. Come and join us as a volunteer tutor to local residents who want to learn English or improve reading skills.

No foreign language or teaching experience is necessary, only the desire to help and the ability to commit an hour or two, twice a week. To you it’s only a couple hours; to students it’s the chance to change their lives.

We provide tutor training once a month for new tutors to get you ready to teach!

For more information:

Email: dave@literacygulfcoast.org

Phone: 239-676-5202

If you are active and enjoy being with older adults, we have opportunities for you!  The Area Agency on Aging Southwest FL provides exercise classes and caregiver programs throughout seven counties.  Our programs include the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP), Matter of Balance, Tai Chi for Arthritis Falls Prevention, Walk With Ease, Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, Savy Caregiver, and Powerful Tools for Caregivers.  The Area Agency on Aging will pay for the classes for the individual to be trained.  We will also cover the cost of attending a CPR class if the program requires one.  The agency will help you find a place for your class and pay for your mileage to and from the program.  Please feel free to reach out with any questions!!

THESE OPPORTUNITIES CAN BE IN ONE OF OUR 7 COUNTIES.  

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of seniors in Lee County?

Kimmie's Recovery Zone: Food Pantry Assistance Needed

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Kimmie's Recovery Zone, a dedicated recovery community organization, is seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our bi-weekly food pantry distribution!

What We Do: Our food pantry is more than just a place to get food; it's a beacon of hope and support for those in need. As part of our commitment to aid recovery and foster a sense of community, we provide essential food supplies to those who need them most, every other week.

We Need Your Strength and Heart! We are currently in need of volunteers who can lend their muscle and time to help us with:

Who Can Volunteer:

Why Volunteer With Us?

Join Us: Your help can make a big difference in keeping our food pantry running smoothly and ensuring that we can continue to support those in need.

For more information, please don't hesitate to reach out to Mike Smith Mike@kimmiesrecoveryzone.org

Let’s work together to make a positive impact in our community!

 Join Us for a Fun Volunteer Day at Lighthouse!

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to help us with some exciting projects! Come and lend a hand with:

Painting: Add a splash of color and creativity to our spaces!

Landscaping: Get your hands dirty and make our gardens bloom beautifully!

Vehicle Cleaning: Give our vehicles a sparkling shine and keep them in top shape!

Lighthouse is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people of all ages living with low vision or blindness to stay independent, active, and productive in our community. By volunteering with us, you’ll be making a meaningful impact and helping us brighten the lives of others.

Ready to have fun and make a difference? Join us and be part of something amazing! Respond to this opportunity to get started!

One-on-one literacy and math tutors are needed for our Fall session which will run from September through December. Tutors meet weekly for 1 hour with the same student during the 14-week session. the time commitment is 2.5 to 3 hours weekly. Tutors and students are matched by their availability. Tutoring takes place at GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center in Ft. Myers. Students aged 3 to adults will be participating. Our Literacy and Math Coordinators will provide training. All materials will be provided.

GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center, Ft. Myers is looking for Literacy and Math Coordinators. the coordinators oversee our one-on-one literacy and math tutoring programs. The programs provide three 14-week sessions- Spring, Summer, and Fall.  Coordinators organize each session, train, supervise tutors and collect and input data regarding the students' progress. training will be provided. Coordinators time commitment is 3-4 hours weekly while the tutoring session are in progress.

LARC is looking for compassionate and dedicated volunteers to work with our IDD community—adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you have a passion for helping others and a special skill to share, we have several rewarding opportunities for you!

Special Skills Volunteers: Do you have a talent you'd love to share? Whether it's sewing, arts and crafts, or computer technology, we need your expertise! Our participants are eager to learn new skills, and your guidance could open up new worlds for them.

Sewing Enthusiasts: Teach basic sewing techniques, help with small projects, or lead a sewing club. Your skills can help participants create beautiful and functional items, building their confidence and creativity.

Arts and Crafts Lovers: Lead creative workshops where participants can explore different materials and techniques. From painting to jewelry-making, your guidance will help them express themselves in new and exciting ways.

Tech Gurus: Share your knowledge of computers and technology, from basic computer skills to more advanced topics like word documents, and excel spreadsheets.  Empower our participants with the tools they need to navigate the digital world.

Volunteering with LARC means being part of a community that values inclusivity, creativity, and personal growth. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, develop new skills, and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with unique abilities.

How to Get Involved: Interested in making a difference? Contact us to learn more about these exciting volunteer opportunities. Whether you can give a few hours a week or just a day, your contribution will be deeply valued.

Join us in empowering our community—together, we can create a world of possibilities!

LARC is looking for compassionate and dedicated volunteers to work with our IDD community—adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you have a passion for helping others and a special skill to share, we have several rewarding opportunities for you!

Field Trip Assistants: Do you love exploring new places and sharing experiences with others? As a Field Trip Assistant, you'll have the chance to accompany our participants on exciting outings, ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable time. Whether it’s a visit to a local museum, a park, or a special event, your support will help make these outings memorable for our community members. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys being active, social, and engaging with others in a dynamic environment.

Classroom Volunteers: If you have a heart for education and a love for learning, consider becoming a Classroom Volunteer. You'll work alongside our educators to support adults with unique abilities in a variety of learning activities. Whether it’s helping with reading, math, life skills, or creative arts, your involvement will play a vital role in fostering their growth and confidence. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact on someone's educational journey.

Volunteering with LARC means being part of a community that values inclusivity, creativity, and personal growth. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, develop new skills, and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with unique abilities.

How to Get Involved: Interested in making a difference? Contact us to learn more about these exciting volunteer opportunities. Whether you can give a few hours a week or just a day, your contribution will be deeply valued.

Join us in empowering our community—together, we can create a world of possibilities!

As you know due to the far-reaching devastation, many of our partner organization of volunteers have deployed up north. GPIA is in need of skilled and unskilled volunteers alike to assist with the damage in our own community. 

Opportunities include muck and gut, debris removal, personal item packing etc. We are also in need of dump trailers.   

Here is the LINK for group volunteer sign up

Here is the LINK for individual volunteer sign up 

For those in need please fill out the Get Help LINK

You can also call the office at 239.558.4901 for information.

If you would like to be added to our distribution list, please go to the web page and register for updates. https://www.gpialliance.org

As we know the road to recovery is long, but together we are stronger than the surge.

Are you a handyperson? Know your way around general repair and enjoy helping out? Please join us to help in a variety of capacities. We could use your help with;

·         Painting

·         Putting together new furniture (desks, chairs, bookshelves, etc.)

·         Moving furniture (same as above)

·         Pressure washing exterior of the building

·         Hanging of TV and TV Mounts

·         Other tasks as needed

Please respond to this opportunity and we will be in contact! Thank you!

Role Overview
As a Forklift Driver Volunteer, you’ll play a critical role in our food distribution operations by safely moving and staging palletized food donations. Your efforts help us efficiently pack orders and ensure our partner agencies receive the supplies they need.

Key Responsibilities

Operate sit-down or stand-up forklift to load, unload, and transport pallets of food and supplies

Stage pallets in designated storage or staging areas according to pick-list instructions

Perform daily pre- and post-shift forklift safety inspections and report any mechanical issues

Assist warehouse team with general tasks as needed (e.g., wrapping pallets, organizing inventory)

Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment

Are you passionate about protecting and beautifying Lee County? Join us as a Keep Lee County Beautiful Ambassador! Ambassadors play a key role by serving as Site Coordinators at community cleanups, representing KLCB at local festivals and fairs, and supporting outreach efforts that make a real difference.

Gain hands-on experience, meet amazing people, and help keep our community clean and green. Learn more and get involved today! Email Jenn@klcb.org for the next training date. 

Community Market offers emergency supplemental groceries to neighbors facing food insecurity right here in Southwest Florida. You can play a vital role in our mission to end hunger and homelessness — one kind act at a time.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Stocking shelves and organizing food items

Assisting our families as they shop

Helping carry groceries to vehicles

Creating a warm, welcoming environment filled with friendly smiles and encouraging words

Ready to lend a hand?
Sign up today and be a part of something truly impactful:

Volunteer creatives needed. Help us capture hope. 

Opportunities include:

To begin the volunteer onboarding process, complete the volunteer application at: MyImpactPage - The Salvation Army Fort Myers Area Command

Committee members play an important role in supporting our programs and events by offering ideas, guidance, and hands-on support.

Committees meet for one hour each month, with occasional additional tasks or projects outside of meetings (such as outreach, event support, or brainstorming). This is a meaningful way to contribute your skills, connect with others, and make a difference in the lives of girls in our community.

We are looking for members to join our Marketing, Development, Finance, Programs and Events Committees.

This volunteer role provides essential administrative support to help keep operations organized and efficient. Key responsibilities include organizing and digitizing documents, performing data entry, and assisting with scheduling speaking events or meetings. Volunteers in this position contribute to smooth day-to-day functioning and help ensure that communication and planning efforts run effectively.

Volunteers will have the opportunity to organize food, pack and sort boxes of food, and ensure that delivery days are smooth and successful.