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Volunteer Center
 People like you - who choose to make our city better – are a big reason Louisville has been named the “Most Livable Large City in the United States” by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Citizens keep our neighborhoods strong, build trails in parks, teach children to read, walk orphaned dogs, serve on boards, and many other activities.
Last year, nearly 18,000 volunteers provided over $5 million in service to Louisville. Like you, they want to live in a better place, build skills and learn new ones, and meet new people.
Whether you are a new or experienced volunteer, this page can connect you to new and meaningful opportunities to make a difference. Thank you for the work that you do.
Mayor Jerry Abramson
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Brightside
Driven by volunteers, Brightside's mission is to keep Louisville clean and green. With opportunities ranging from self-guided litter cleanups, special events, and the reoccurring volunteer force, Ambassadors, Brightside has a little something for everyone who is interested in keeping Louisville beautiful and fostering civic pride!
Volunteer now! Or visit the Brightside volunteer page to learn more. |
Community Action Partnership (CAP)
Community Action Partnership changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. CAP offers many volunteer opportunities, including Meals on Wheels, the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP), Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Senior Medical Patrol, Senior Nutrition, and AmeriCorps.
Volunteer now! Or visit the CAP volunteer page to learn more. |
 Community Relations & Special Events
Gain valuable experience and/or community service hours for your resume by volunteering.
Some of our larger special events include: The Memorial and Labor Day Hike and Bikes, Light Up Louisville and the Family Friendly New Year’s Eve. Some of the volunteer duties include greeting guests, passing out t-shirts, carrying parade signs and collecting evaluations.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Community Relations and Special Events volunteer page to learn more. |
 Human Services
The department’s work centers on providing assistance needed by members of our community at different periods in their lives. The ultimate goal is to strengthen individuals and families, providing the underpinning for a strong community. The department offers many volunteer opportunities through the Office for Women, Office For Aging and Disabled Citizens, and the Office On Homelessness.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Human Services volunteer page to learn more. |
Jefferson Memorial Forest
The Jefferson Memorial Forest volunteer program offers numerous volunteer opportunities for those interested in helping Metro Parks meet its mission in the areas of trails, land stewardship and nature-based programming. These opportunities are available at the Forest and other Metro Parks natural areas across Louisville.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Jefferson Memorial Forest volunteer page to learn more. |
Louisville Zoo
Volunteers have been making a difference at the Louisville Zoo for over 30 years. Share your time, talent and enthusiasm in a stimulating environment and you will not go away empty handed. Volunteer benefits include learning about the animal world, its ecology and conservation, making new friends, developing new skills and contributing to the quality of life in your community.
Visit the Louisville Zoo's volunteer page to learn more and sign up! |
 Metro Animal Services
Louisville Metro Animal Services receives roughly 50 animals a day. With the help from our volunteers we are able to socialize them, clean their cages, wash their food bowls, and so much more.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Metro Animal Services volunteer page to learn more. |
 Metro Corrections
Metro Corrections relies on community volunteer efforts to provide effective Inmate and Program Services to Offenders. We feel it is extremely important to offer educational, self-help, social services and religious programming in order to provide a wide range of diversified programs that will ultimately help prepare the offenders for more successful reintegration into our community.
Visit the Metro Corrections volunteer page to learn more.
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 Metro Parks
Metro Parks believes that civic participation is a vital component of a strong parks and recreation system. Volunteers extend the ability of Metro Parks to fulfill its mission of creating a City of Parks where people can play, learn, grow and be healthy.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Metro Parks volunteer page to learn more.
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 Louisville Metro Police Department
As a member of the Volunteer in Police Service program (V.I.P.S.), you provide service to Louisville Metro through the Louisville Metro Police Department. Your commitment enables the LMPD sworn to deliver effective law enforcement services to our community.
Volunteer now! Visit the Metro Police
volunteer page to learn more!
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 Office of Youth Development
The office is focused on providing positive development for Louisville Metro youth and their families! We offer educational, social and after-school programs, life skills training, youth employment skills training, job opportunities, and special activities that promote strong families and brighter futures for young people.
Volunteer now! Or visit the Office for Youth Development volunteer page to learn more.
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 Office for International Affairs
The Office for International Affairs relies on community volunteer efforts to help the regions largest international festival run smoothly and efficiently. The festival is an opportunity to celebrate diversity and gives volunteers a unique possibility to meet and work with a diverse group of individuals and organizations. Since the festival has many components there are lots of opportunities to get involved from pre-event planning to on-site involvement. Whether you want just want to have some fun or get some great event planning experience we can find a great fit for you.
Volunteer now! Or visit the International Affairs volunteer page to learn more. To volunteer for Worldfest 2009, click here. |
View the 2008 Metro Volunteer Handbook (PDF file)
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