Opportunities From: One Albuquerque Volunteers

Hello, One ABQ Volunteers

Gateway Family is a unique facility that provides shelter and case management to families with children experiencing homelessness.

Next Saturday, December 20th, 2025 we will be hosting a special Holiday Party for residents to enjoy. In addition to the fun activity stations, we will need help serving a buffet-style meal.

11:00am – setup tables, clean surfaces, and prepare supplies

12:00pm - volunteers will be provided an apron and gloves to assist with serving clients.

2:00pm- please, stay to help us breakdown supplies, clean, and leave the serving area in good condition.

Click ‘Respond’ to join our team and help with meal service at Gateway Family.

Thank you!

Hello, One ABQ Volunteers!

Join us on Saturday, December 20th to brighten the winter season for children and residents at Gateway Family.

HHH and our partners are hosting a special holiday party so, we could use your help with the following:

10:30am - Setup:

tables, chairs, decorations, and equipment will need to be staged and

ready before the event begins at 12:00pm.

12:00pm – Holiday Party begins:

Arts & Crafts: lead a holiday themed activity for kids to engage and enjoy.

Popcorn: volunteers with gloves and an apron may help serve popcorn.

Photobooth: Santa Clause and the Grinch are coming to visit!

You can help by setting up the photo backdrop and by ensuring that lines

are running smoothly for these festive guests.

Hot Cocoa: maintain a station with hot water and toppings.

…and more!

2:00pm - Cleanup:

All supplies will need to be stored and organized, thank you for staying

to lend a helping hand.

Please, click ‘Respond’ to join our team and help spread cheer for the holidays!

Thank you!

Join us any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 9:00am- 5:00pm for a two-hour shift to help support unhoused and low-income pets & their people. We will be preparing pet food for direct street outreach, our community collaborative program and Pet Pantry events. This involves repackaging Cat & Dog food into gallon or quart baggies and labeling them. Additionally, you can also elect to help us inventory and sort donations of pet supplies.

During the winter season, Gateway West offers shelter to hundreds of people experiencing homelessness every night.

This year, the Gateway System of Care would like to offer a small gift bag to residents on Christmas Day.

Volunteers may assist by assembling bulk donations into individual packets including: socks, lotion, underwear, toothpaste, and other essentials. Community members may also support by sending donations directly to Gateway Center through our Amazon Wishlist.

Please, click 'Respond' to spread holiday cheer with the Dep. of Health, Housing & Homelessness.

Thank you!

*This opportunity will require a CYFD background check to be completed. This will cost $60, but S.A.F.E. House will reimburse you after you have completed at least 16 hours of volunteer work if you choose.

Please allow up to 3 business days for an email/and a call to complete the volunteer application, confidentiality form, and CYFD background check. 

We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to assist our Resident Advocates in the shelter office during the holidays (and set up a regular schedule after, if they would like!). S.A.F.E. House is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence through shelter, advocacy, and empowerment. Our volunteers play a vital role in making this possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Shelter Helper / Resident Greeter Volunteers Duties

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, the employee is required to:

· Have close and distant vision capability.

· Have the ability to read typescript.

· Speak and hear face-to-face.

· Speak and hear on a telephone.

· Frequently work in outside weather conditions.

· Operate an automobile.

· Frequently walk and/or climb stairs.

· Stand, walk, lift, sit, bend, reach, kneel, or crouch.

· Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

· Operate a computer.

· Use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, or controls.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud.

Give the Gift of Comfort This Holiday Season — Become a Pawliday Foster or Burque Bark Break Buddy!

This holiday season, you can make a life-changing difference for the animals at AWD Animal Welfare by giving them the gift of a break from the shelter while they wait for their forever homes. Our pets are looking for caring community members to help them relax, recharge, and shine their brightest for potential adopters — and you can be that helping hand (and heart!).

Pawliday Foster Opportunities We’re looking for compassionate people who can welcome a shelter pet into their home for a short holiday stay. You can choose what works best for you:

• Slumber Party Weekend: Enjoy a 1–3-nights sleepover and give a pet a fun mini-vacation outside the shelter.

• Holiday Foster Break: If you’re able to open your home a little longer, pets can enjoy a cozy 3–4 week foster stay during the holiday season. These breaks help animals decompress, show off their true personalities, and enjoy a peaceful holiday surrounded by love — even before they find their forever family.

Not Ready to Foster? Try a Burque Bark Break!

If an overnight visit isn’t the right fit, you can still make a huge impact by taking a dog out for a few hours of fun and freedom.

Enjoy activities like:

• Taking a dog on a relaxing hike

• Hanging out together at a dog-friendly café or brew pub

• Bringing them home for a calm afternoon and a comfy nap Doggy Day Outs help our pups experience joy, reduce stress, and give them valuable exposure that helps them get adopted faster.

Whether it’s a day, a weekend, or a few weeks, your time means the world to an animal waiting for their forever home. Help us make their holidays brighter — and make yours a little warmer in return.

This position is for moving sedated cats and dogs from their kennels to the operating tables, operating tables to recovery tables, and recovery tables back to kennels. There will be some large dogs so you will need to be able to lift at least 25lbs alone and lift larger dogs as a team of two. 

Barrett Foundation is putting together a small volunteer crew to help us tackle a shed clean-out and make space for all the amazing donations coming in! If you’re up for a little organizing, good energy, and teamwork, we’d love to have you join us. This opportunity will need to take place Monday through Friday between 9:30-2:30pm. It is helpful if you can help the week of December 15th. If you’re interested, just send a quick email to our Development Administrative Assistant, Rachelle Srader, at rsrader@barrettfoundation.org.

Morning Registration:

Afternoon Pickup

*Previous experience with pet surgery recovery is preferred. If you have no experience with recovery, please sign up for another of the positions.

Thank you for considering volunteering your time and labor (and that of your furry companion!) to promote this important Library service.

Read to the Dogs is a program sponsored by the Public Library Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. Handlers bring their registered pet therapy dogs into the library and provide children with an opportunity to read aloud. The registered pet therapy dog sits calmly and quietly for a story, creating a relaxing atmosphere for children. This gives children an opportunity to practice their reading skills without fear or judgment. The adults do not correct a child’s reading. Parents may sit quietly in the room with their child or take this moment to find a book and read just outside the program area. You can read more about it here.

The Public Library is pleased to provide this nationally recognized program to our families. In a 10 week study by the University of California, researchers found a 12 percent increase in reading fluency by one group and no improvement by the group that didn't read to dogs. It was reported by 75 percent of the parents that their children read aloud more frequently and with greater confidence after reading to the dogs. Children who practice reading have greater success in school and children who feel successful go on to read at higher grade levels. The Public Library hopes through this program children will relate to reading in a positive way and become lifelong readers.

All dogs in this program are trained and registered in a dog therapy group. All Read to the Dog volunteers must belong to one of the following groups:

Please visit these websites for more information about joining a dog therapy group.

After completing the testing and registration process with one of the therapy groups listed above, you will need to upload the relevant documentation. This includes a copy of the membership card or certificate from one of the above organizations; and a current health form from one of the above listed organizations (proof of rabies vaccination is included on this form).

Additionally, you as a handler will need to pass a criminal background check and receive a Certificate of Compliance from Library Admin. Furthermore, the Certificate of Compliance can be completed by contacting the Library Admin at this email address: bwolff@cabq.gov.  City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.

A new volunteer may not participate in the Program until you have been approved. After approval, you may participate in the Read to the Dogs program at any of the nine (9) participating Libraries. Please note that teams from the other agencies may be present at the same time you are.

On the third Friday of every month, Los Sueños Community Giving, in partnership with The Storehouse, NM, provides a free Pet Pantry for unhoused and low income pets. Join us to help distribute pet food and supplies to those in need. This is a great opportunity to connect with and support the community. Pet Pantry officially runs from 9:00am-12:00pm. Please plan to arrive by 8:30am. Sometimes the Pet Pantry runs a little longer (until 1:00 - 1:30pm) as we serve the folks who checked in at 12:00. We can accommodate an early departure, if needed. 

AI Trainee & Lab Support Volunteer

This volunteer role is for anyone who wants to learn how artificial intelligence is used to manage a real working lab. We use AI to track our animals, monitor our plants, organize our classes, and keep the Lab running smoothly. You will learn how to use AI as a practical tool and how to integrate it into everyday workflow.

Responsibilities
• Learn how AI supports animal care, including feeding schedules, habitat notes, and behavior logs
• Assist with plant monitoring using AI-generated checklists, nutrient reminders, and troubleshooting tools
• Help set up and support AI-powered lesson plans for classes, clubs, and community groups
• Use AI to organize tasks, track inventory, record data, and prepare simple reports
• Assist visitors with basic AI questions during tours and workshops
• Keep the Lab’s tech and work areas clean, organized, and ready for the next group
• Follow all safety and privacy guidelines when using AI systems

Skills and Qualifications
• No prior AI experience required — training is provided step by step
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new technology
• Reliable, patient, and able to help kids, adults, and seniors
• Team-oriented and adaptable in a busy lab environment

Time Commitment
• One weekly 1–2 hour shift
• Additional training opportunities available

What You Gain
• Real hands-on experience using AI in animal care, plant care, and education
• Practical tech skills used in modern workplaces
• Confidence applying AI to everyday tasks and challenges
• Community service hours if needed

AI Trainee & Lab Support Volunteer

This volunteer role is for anyone who wants to learn how artificial intelligence is used to manage a real working lab. We use AI to track our animals, monitor our plants, organize our classes, and keep the Lab running smoothly. You will learn how to use AI as a practical tool and how to integrate it into everyday workflow.

Responsibilities
• Learn how AI supports animal care, including feeding schedules, habitat notes, and behavior logs
• Assist with plant monitoring using AI-generated checklists, nutrient reminders, and troubleshooting tools
• Help set up and support AI-powered lesson plans for classes, clubs, and community groups
• Use AI to organize tasks, track inventory, record data, and prepare simple reports
• Assist visitors with basic AI questions during tours and workshops
• Keep the Lab’s tech and work areas clean, organized, and ready for the next group
• Follow all safety and privacy guidelines when using AI systems

Skills and Qualifications
• No prior AI experience required — training is provided step by step
• Comfortable using computers and willing to learn new technology
• Reliable, patient, and able to help kids, adults, and seniors
• Team-oriented and adaptable in a busy lab environment

Time Commitment
• One weekly 1–2 hour shift
• Additional training opportunities available

What You Gain
• Real hands-on experience using AI in animal care, plant care, and education
• Practical tech skills used in modern workplaces
• Confidence applying AI to everyday tasks and challenges
• Community service hours if needed

This role is for anyone curious about growing food without soil and learning how plants, water systems, and fish all work together. Volunteers help maintain the hydroponic and aquaponic farm at the AI Living Lab and assist with plant care, basic cleaning, and interacting with visitors.

Our farm feeds our animals!

Responsibilities
• Learn the basics of hydroponic and aquaponic growing, including nutrient mixing, pH testing, and water changes
• Help plant seedlings, transplant crops, and harvest produce
• Feed fish and observe their health and behavior
• Clean and maintain grow beds, tanks, tubing, pumps, and work areas
• Record simple data such as water temperature, pH, and plant growth
• Assist with tours, clubs, and community activities when scheduled
• Follow safety procedures for equipment, electrical systems, and handling fish

Skills and Qualifications
• No experience needed — just curiosity and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working with water, plants, and fish
• Able to follow instructions and keep a routine
• Dependable and willing to work as part of a team
• Good with kids, seniors, and community members who visit the Lab

Time Commitment
• Weekly 1–2 hour shifts
• Training provided on-site

What You Gain
• Hands-on training in soilless agriculture
• Experience working with real hydroponic and aquaponic systems
• Confidence caring for plants and aquatic animals
• Community engagement and service hours if needed

Thank you for considering volunteering your time at the Main and Genealogy Library in Albuquerque!

Do you need to earn service hours for school, or for a special project? Do you want to gain work experience? Do you love Libraries and want to learn a little bit more about how they work?

Volunteers play an important role in assisting the Library to offer our services to the community on a continuing basis—and our teen volunteers are no exception!

Teen volunteers are selected based upon their qualifications, enthusiasm, and the needs of the Library at any given time.

A sample of teen volunteer assignments is listed below. Not all opportunities are available at all times or at all branch locations. For a full list and descriptions, please ask at the Reference Desk.

While we appreciate every person who wishes to volunteer at the Library, opportunities are sometimes limited. Please be aware that we may not have a volunteer position available at this time that suits your interests and abilities. If you are accepted as a volunteer, we may ask you to alter your duties to meet the changing needs of the Library. Additionally, if your work is no longer necessary or proves unsatisfactory, you may be released.

The skills we prefer our teen volunteers have experience with depends on the assignment. Here is a sample of skills we look for:

Please note that not all skills are necessary for all volunteer assignments.

Our teen volunteers have great ideas for community activities (especially for youth)! Besides the opportunities listed above, if you have another idea for an activity you think your branch Library could benefit from that you could volunteer for, let us know. At various branches, we have activities like chess club, storytimes for younger children, science programs, book clubs (in various languages)—the list goes on! You are welcome to talk to the Youth Volunteer Coordinator at your local Library to discuss what's possible.

A criminal background check will be required. City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.

You will also be asked to complete a short interview with the branch's Volunteer Coordinator.

Join our Outreach Director as we distribute pet food and much needed supplies to our neighbors with pets who are living on the streets. This event occurs each Wednesday from 8:30am-9:30am. We ask that you meet at our warehouse at 7:45am to load up and then depart for the distribution location. The event is outdoors, so please wear weather appropriate clothing. Questions? Contact us for more details.

Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez/Minge House is now recruiting volunteer tour guides for 2026! Join our team of volunteer guides to give public tours, teach students on field trips, and/or help to run our programming throughout the year! We are especially looking for Guides with Spanish-language, Native American or Farm and Ranch heritages to enrich the experience of school groups and other visitors.

If you are interested in joining our excellent team of guides, please reach out to Casa San Ysidro Site Manager, Aaron Gardner, at agardner@cabq.gov, or call our office at either 505-768-4917 or 505-898-3915. You may begin volunteering at any time after you are interviewed, but completion of the Spring Guide Training - held on three consecutive Saturdays in April, 9:00am to 12:00pm - is required in order to start giving tours or continue staffing events.

Training dates 2026 (held at Casa San Ysidro from 9:00am to 12:00pm):

4/4: TRAINING SESSION I: The History of Casa San Ysidro: Gutiérrez / Minge House

• Application Process
• Docent Handbook
• A history of New Mexico and its cultures
• An overview of the families that inhabited the home
• Guest speaker Robert Torrez, former New Mexico State Historian (10:30 – 11:30 AM)

4/11: TRAINING SESSION II: Techniques for Interpreting Objects, Themes, and Engagement

• Public Tours Interpret history to others through examples of material culture
• Interweave themes and engage your audience based on interests
• Learn anecdotes about the property and collection to tailor your tour
• Overview and tour of the property
• Guest speaker Shawn Price, Director of the Dineh Tah’ Navajo Cultural Program and the Dineh Tah’ Navajo Dancers (1 – 3 PM)

4/18: TRAINING SESSION III: School Tours, Programming, and Docent Opportunities

• Learn how to give tours to public and private schools
• Opportunities with the Albuquerque Museum
• Demonstrate hands-on interests
• Guest speaker Margarita Paz-Pedro, Middle Rio Grande Urban Waters program - Artist in Residence Project (12 – 2pm)

About the museum:

The c. 1875 Gutiérrez family adobe home, restored and expanded by Dr. Ward Alan and Shirley Minge, combines traditional building techniques and architectural features that evoke New Mexico's Spanish Colonial and Mexican past. Located in the farming village of Corrales, just north of Albuquerque, the museum is listed on the State Register of Cultural Properties and El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail. Casa San Ysidro is an official site of the Albuquerque Museum.

S.A.F.E. House/WINTER WONDERLAND NM Volunteer Opportunity!

Winter Wonderland NM has generously chosen S.A.F.E. House as a beneficiary this year, and we are looking for volunteers to help support this magical community event!

Event: Winter Wonderland NM
Presented By: Winter Wonderland
Dates: November 28, 2025 – December 28, 2025

Time:  Volunteers need to show up by 5:30pm to beat traffic. The event is from 6 pm to 10 pm.

Days: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Location: EXPO New Mexico
300 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

If you’d like to help create a festive experience while supporting survivors of domestic violence, we would love to have you join us. Any amount of time volunteered is helpful, even if you can't stay the whole 5:30 pm-9 pm. 

Volunteer Roles May Include:
• Assisting at the hot cocoa booth
• Serving as event greeters
• Helping at the indoor golf booth
• Filling in wherever support is needed throughout the event

Volunteers make this event possible and help raise essential funds for our residents.

If you're interested, please reach out for more details or to sign up!
Thank you for supporting S.A.F.E. House 

This holiday season, you can make a big difference with just a few hours of your time! We’re looking for friendly, organized, and community-minded volunteers to help sort, organize, and prepare donated items for distribution to seniors in need.

Sort incoming clothing, hygiene, and household items

Organize donations by category and quality

Assist with packing gift bundles for local seniors

Help create a warm, cheerful holiday environment for all

Make a direct impact on seniors in our community

Earn volunteer hours

Light physical activity and lots of feel-good moments!

If you’re ready to help bring joy to others this season, click Respond today!

Hello, One ABQ Volunteers

You are invited to help HHH serve dinner at Gateway West on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25th.

City shelters are a place where people in need come to seek stability and safety. It may be challenging for someone experiencing homelessness to celebrate the holidays. However, your time and effort could bring warmth and comfort to those who need it most.

3–5pm Setup

Come early to clean serving tables, decorate, setup buffet stations (plates, utensils, napkins), and prepare to greet guests.

4–6pm Main Meal Service

Serve residents as they come through the buffet line. Replenish food and drinks. Keep the serving area tidy, and interact with clients kindly and respectfully.

6-8pm cleanup

Please stay to help us clean tables, put away chairs, take out trash and recycling, wash serving utensils, and leave the kitchen clean and orderly.

If you are available this Christmas, your presence will truly touch lives and  brighten the holiday season for hundreds of people.

Thank you!

JA of NM seeks up to 12 volunteers for a special, two-day JA in a Day event at Carlos Rey Elementary School! Spend your day teaching financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship courses to K-5 classrooms.

During a JA in a Day event, JA of NM brings large volunteer groups into an Elementary School to teach financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship courses all in one day. Volunteers partner-teach in the K-5 classrooms. By the end of the day, hundreds of students will have received crucial financial and career concepts.

10 Years of JA in a Day at Carlos Rey

This JA in a Day event will be extra special as we celebrate 10 years of providing programs at Carlos Rey ES during Financial Literacy Week! 

Event Breakdown

JA of NM seeks up to 10 volunteers for a special, two-day JA in a Day event at Carlos Rey Elementary School! Spend your day teaching financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship courses to K-5 classrooms.

During a JA in a Day event, JA of NM brings large volunteer groups into an Elementary School to teach financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship courses all in one day. Volunteers partner-teach in the K-5 classrooms. By the end of the day, hundreds of students will have received crucial financial and career concepts.

10 Years of JA in a Day at Carlos Rey

This JA in a Day event will be extra special as we celebrate 10 years of providing programs at Carlos Rey ES during Financial Literacy Week! 

Event Breakdown

ABQ Ride has nearly 2,700 bus stops citywide, with over 600 featuring shelters, located throughout neighborhoods across Albuquerque. These stops provide a safe and comfortable location for bus riders as they wait for their ride. Each bus stop is a high-visibility point of connection between the City and those who live in it. These are gathering places for hundreds of people every day, and they require regular maintenance and oversight.

With your assistance, we can all help keep our community spaces clean, promote ridership, and encourage alternative/sustainable transportation options. We welcome individuals, families, companies, civic groups, schools, church groups, and youth groups interested in becoming part of the Adopt-A-Stop program. Everyone benefits from this environmentally conscious program – residents, property owners, businesses, visitors, and transit riders.

Our Adopt-A-Stop volunteers are provided with everything they need to safely assist with maintaining their bus stop. These volunteers are also the eyes and ears for our transit department--they have a direct point of contact to notify when additional graffiti and litter removal assistance is required from the city.

Volunteer Requirements

Interested? Questions? Comments? Come join your Adopt-A-Stop founder and coordinator Dwayne Baker every third Thursday of the month for an hour-long Q&A! Click this link or just point your camera at the QR code below!

Want to know which bus stops are adopted? This map indicates with yellow pins which bus stops volunteers have stepped up to help maintain.

Help patrons have a great experience at La Estrella: A Flamenco Story of the Kings' Quest! This magical performance takes place at Rodey Theatre on the UNM Campus December 12 and 13 at 7:00 pm, and December 14 at 2:00 pm. 

Ushers greet patrons, take tickets, help patrons find their seats, and ensure that the experience is enjoyable for all. Ushers are very important to this magical holiday tradition! 

Ushers should arrive at 5:30 on Friday and Saturday, and at 12:30 on Sunday. 

Ushers must dress nicely in all black, be comfortable talking to the public, and be comfortable being on their feet.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us for the Holiday Market at the historic Rail Yards. This year the Holiday Market is spread over two festive weekends in December. This sign up is for the first weekend and we also have an extra decorating shift on the Friday before. We are looking for cheerful and hard working elves to help us make this event magical for our ABQ community.

EXTRA DECORATING SHIFT
Friday December 12 from 12PM to 3PM
This shift is all about adding sparkle fluffing garlands placing signage and helping us transform the Yards into a warm and festive holiday space.

FIRST WEEKEND SHIFTS
Saturday December 13 from 10AM to 1PM or 1PM to 4PM
Sunday December 14 from 10AM to 1PM or 1PM to 4PM
Tasks include welcoming guests supporting the Children's Zone helping with vendors spreading cheer and jumping in wherever the holiday magic is needed.

When you arrive swing by the Info Booth and ask for Ching so I can get you checked in and placed for your shift.

Getting here is easy
We offer a free Park and Ride to help volunteers and guests avoid parking stress. You can park for free at the ABQ Zoo then hop on the free shuttle that drops you right at the Rail Yards. Shuttles run from 9AM to 5PM. Bike riders can also enjoy our free Bike Valet on site.

Thank you for sharing your energy with us and helping make the Holiday Market sparkle. I will send a detailed orientation email the Thursday before the event so you have everything you need to feel prepared and comfy.

Grateful for you.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us for the Holiday Market at the historic Rail Yards.

This sign up is for the second weekend of our two weekend Holiday Market celebration. We are looking for cheerful and hard working elves to help us close out the season with lots of love and sparkle for our ABQ community.

SECOND WEEKEND SHIFTS
Saturday December 20
10AM to 1PM or 1PM to 4PM

Sunday December 21
10AM to 1PM
1PM to 5PM clean up shift

We really really need help for that big Sunday 1PM to 5PM clean up shift. After two full weekends of magic our staff elves are going to be extra sleepy and ready for a long winter nap. If you have the energy and heart for it this is the time to swoop in as the hero of the season.

Tasks include welcoming guests supporting the Children's Zone helping with vendors spreading cheer and then on Sunday afternoon helping us tuck the whole Holiday Market in for its long rest until next year. When you arrive swing by the Info Booth and ask for Ching so I can get you checked in and placed for your shift.

Getting here is easy
We offer a free Park and Ride to help volunteers and guests avoid parking stress. You can park for free at the ABQ Zoo then hop on the free shuttle that drops you right at the Rail Yards. Shuttles run from 9AM to 5PM. Bike riders can also enjoy our free Bike Valet on site.

Thank you for sharing your time and spirit with us. Your help truly keeps this community event shining. I will send a detailed orientation email the Thursday before the event with everything you need to feel prepared and cozy.

Grateful for you!

We welcome volunteers who can visit our Book Room at 601 Yale SE, in the CABQ Yale Transit Facility at pre-arranged times to unpack boxes of incoming (gently used) books.  Books are quickly assessed for suitability and sorted by grade/reading level.  We offer a pleasant, productive, and stress-free atmosphere!

Our regular shift is on Fridays from 9.30 a.m. until Noon.

Email bookdrive66@gmail.com to select the date of your first shift! 

And call Dave O at 505-681-6325 to arrange a special shift for your company service project!

This season, we’re inviting caring hearts to become Holiday Hospice Heroes at LilyCare New Mexico.

Heroes help brighten a patient’s holiday by gifting a small Christmas trinket or sending a heartfelt card — a simple gesture that brings comfort and joy.

For privacy, no patient details are shared, just the opportunity to give kindness where it’s needed most.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to spread holiday cheer, we’d love to have you join us. 

Please allow up to 3-5 business days for an email after responding/registering for our thrift store opportunity. This allows time to coordinate schedules and arrange training on your first shift. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Looking for a way to give back and make a difference? Join our amazing team at the S.A.F.E. House Thrift Store!
Help with sorting donations, stocking shelves, assisting customers, and keeping our store running smoothly. Every task you do helps support survivors of domestic violence in our community.

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Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
You can volunteer for 4-8 hour shifts— choose what works best for you! Please feel free to write in the comment box what your availability is! 

10 am-2 pm/1 pm-5 pm/10 am-5 pm - Volunteer Once a week, Multiple days a week - short-term, and long-term.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains a professional and pleasant retail environment by keeping the store and the grounds in a neat, clean and orderly appearance.

2. Follows security policies and procedures.

3. Prepares donated items for retail sale including sorting, tagging, pricing and rearranging merchandise, as needed.

4. Disposes of, or coordinates the disposal of, unwanted donations.

5. Accepts donations brought to the store including unloading items from donor vehicles.

6. Maintain a consistently respectful, courteous, positive, cooperative, courteous and professional demeanor with residents, coworkers, donors and others.

7. Work as an effective team member to ensure the highest quality and most relevant services are provided to customers and to help further the mission of the agency.

8. Provide reliable information in spoken and written communications with no intentional falsehoods, omissions or exaggerations.

9. Adhere to agency policies and procedures. Adhere to letter and spirit of laws, regulations and policies. Maintain the confidentiality of residents, employees and agency confidential information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to:

· Have close and distant vision capability.

· Speak and hear on a telephone.

· Speak and hear face to face.

· Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs

· Frequently walk and/or climb stairs.

· Indoor and outdoor cleaning

· Frequently stand, walk, crawl, lift, sit, bend, reach, kneel, or crouch.

· Use hands and fingers, handle and feel objects, tools or controls

ACCOUNTABILITY

This position will report directly to the Thrift Store Manager and the Volunteer Manager 

S.A.F.E. House is seeking a compassionate volunteer who can provide haircuts for residents of all genders and ages. A fresh haircut can go a long way in helping survivors feel confident, cared for, and supported while they rebuild their lives.

We’re looking for someone with experience in a variety of hair types and styles, who can commit to coming weekly or biweekly—whatever works best with your schedule.

If you or someone you know is interested in sharing your skills to make a meaningful impact, please reach out!

Thank you for considering volunteering your time and labor (and that of your furry companion!) to support and promote this important Library service.

Read to the Dogs is a program sponsored by the Public Library Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. Handlers bring their registered pet therapy dogs into the library and provide children with an opportunity to read aloud. The registered pet therapy dog sits calmly and quietly for a story, creating a relaxing atmosphere for children. This gives children an opportunity to practice their reading skills without fear or judgment. The adults do not correct a child’s reading. Parents may sit quietly in the room with their child or take this moment to find a book and read just outside the program area. You can read more about it here.

The Public Library is pleased to provide this nationally recognized program to our families. In a 10 week study by the University of California, researchers found a 12 percent increase in reading fluency by one group and no improvement by the group that didn't read to dogs. It was reported by 75 percent of the parents that their children read aloud more frequently and with greater confidence after reading to the dogs. Children who practice reading have greater success in school and children who feel successful go on to read at higher grade levels. The Public Library hopes through this program children will relate to reading in a positive way and become lifelong readers.

All dogs in this program are trained and registered in a dog therapy group. All Read to the Dog volunteers must belong to one of the following groups:

Please visit these websites for more information about joining a dog therapy group.

After completing the testing and registration process with one of the therapy groups listed above, you will need to upload the relevant documentation. This includes a copy of the membership card or certificate from one of the above organizations; and a current health form from one of the above listed organizations (proof of rabies vaccination is included on this form). 

Additionally, you as a handler will need to pass a criminal background check and receive a Certificate of Compliance from library admin. Furthermore, the Certificate of Compliance can be completed by contacting the Library Admin at this email address: bwolff@cabq.gov. 

City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.

A new volunteer may not participate in the Program until you have been approved. After approval, you may participate in the Read to the Dogs program at any of the eleven (11) participating Libraries. Please note that teams from the other agencies may be present at the same time you are. 

If you have any further questions, please contact your Library Branch's Volunteer Coordinator. 

On the third Thursday of each month, we meet to prepare for our pet food and supply distribution that occurs the following day at The Storehouse, NM. Join us at our warehouse facility to package pet food & treats and organize supplies for distribution the following day. 

This class is for all dog volunteers who have completed their initial training and would like to improve their skills or just need a refresher. Topics covered will include handling fearful dogs, handling high arousal dogs, and handling dogs who bark, growl, or lunge at other dogs.  This class includes discussion, demonstration, and hands-on handling practice. Volunteers are encouraged to take this class more than once, as each session will be different depending on which dogs we work with.

Please email lluoma@cabq.gov if you have any questions about this class.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you have to had gone through the Dog Handling online training, the Hands-On Handling and Shadow Session, and have had uploaded the correct certificates for each of these qualifications. 

Check out the rest of the Trainings list is at www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd/trainings

If you have any questions about qualifications or have any issues with this website, please email oneabqvolunteers@cabq.gov and visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd for FAQs

This class is for all dog volunteers who have completed their initial training and would like to improve their skills or just need a refresher. Topics covered will include handling fearful dogs, handling high arousal dogs, and handling dogs who bark, growl, or lunge at other dogs.  This class includes discussion, demonstration, and hands-on handling practice. Volunteers are encouraged to take this class more than once, as each session will be different depending on which dogs we work with.

Please email lluoma@cabq.gov if you have any questions about this class.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you have to had gone through the Dog Handling online training, the Hands-On Handling and Shadow Session, and have had uploaded the correct certificates for each of these qualifications. 

Check out the rest of the Trainings list is at www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd/trainings

If you have any questions about qualifications or have any issues with this website, please email oneabqvolunteers@cabq.gov and visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd for FAQs

The Animal Welfare Pet Food Pantry will be launching on Sunday, May 25th. It will be held every Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday from 10AM to 2 PM. Volunteer assistance is needed to facilitate pet food distribution. This may include asking for pet owner information so that we can track the impact of our pet food pantry in our community. You may also be asked to divide out bags of pets food into smaller bags for distribution. The distribution station will be at the East shelter facility (8920 Lomas Blvd NE 87112) in the parking lot in front of the main building. Please dress appropriately for the day's weather. There is the possibility of moving indoors if necessary.

Thank you for considering volunteering your time and labor (and that of your furry companion!) to promote this important Library service.

Read to the Dogs is a program sponsored by the Public Library Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. Handlers bring their registered pet therapy dogs into the library and provide children with an opportunity to read aloud. The registered pet therapy dog sits calmly and quietly for a story, creating a relaxing atmosphere for children. This gives children an opportunity to practice their reading skills without fear or judgment. The adults do not correct a child’s reading. Parents may sit quietly in the room with their child or take this moment to find a book and read just outside the program area. You can read more about it here.

The Public Library is pleased to provide this nationally recognized program to our families. In a 10 week study by the University of California, researchers found a 12 percent increase in reading fluency by one group and no improvement by the group that didn't read to dogs. It was reported by 75 percent of the parents that their children read aloud more frequently and with greater confidence after reading to the dogs. Children who practice reading have greater success in school and children who feel successful go on to read at higher grade levels. The Public Library hopes through this program children will relate to reading in a positive way and become lifelong readers.

All dogs in this program are trained and registered in a dog therapy group. All Read to the Dog volunteers must belong to one of the following groups:

Please visit these websites for more information about joining a dog therapy group.

After completing the testing and registration process with one of the therapy groups listed above, you will need to upload the relevant documentation. This includes a copy of the membership card or certificate from one of the above organizations; and a current health form from one of the above listed organizations (proof of rabies vaccination is included on this form).

Additionally, you as a handler will need to pass a criminal background check and receive a Certificate of Compliance from Library Admin. Furthermore, the Certificate of Compliance can be completed by contacting the Library Admin at this email address: bwolff@cabq.gov. 

City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.

A new volunteer may not participate in the Program until you have been approved. After approval, you may participate in the Read to the Dogs program at any of the six (6) participating Libraries. Please note that teams from the other agencies may be present at the same time you are.

Help us bring in the New Year with color, energy, and celebration!
We’re looking for friendly volunteers to help create a festive atmosphere by blowing up balloons, assembling balloon garlands, and assisting with décor setup for our New Year’s celebration.

What you’ll do:

Inflate balloons

Tie and sort balloons by size and color

Help assemble balloon arches, garlands, and table décor

Assist the décor team with general setup

Add creative touches to make the venue shine!

You’re a great fit if you:

Enjoy hands-on, creative tasks

Can stand or move around for short periods

Are organized, upbeat, and team-oriented

Want a fun and easy way to contribute to a community celebration

How to sign up:
Click Respond to sign up!

Help us make this New Year’s event unforgettable. We’d love to have you join our volunteer team!

Serve Christmas Lunch to Seniors
Date: Thursday, December 25, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center - 7521 Carmel Ave NW, ABQ, NM 87113

Description:
Help us share the joy of the season! We’re looking for warm-hearted volunteers to serve a festive Christmas lunch to local seniors. Duties include setting up tables, serving food, offering friendly conversation, and assisting with clean-up after the meal.

Who We’re Looking For:

Friendly and patient individuals with a heart for community service

Perfect for families, students, groups, or anyone hoping to give back during the holidays

Volunteers must be 16+

What to Bring:
Bring your holiday cheer! Comfortable clothing and closed-toe, nonslip shoes are recommended.

How to Sign Up:
Click Respond to sign up for this opportunity.

Let’s make this Christmas warm, joyful, and memorable for our senior neighbors!

Help us bring holiday cheer to our community!
The Department of Senior Affairs is hosting its annual Christmas Luncheon, and we’re looking for friendly, reliable kitchen helpers to join our volunteer team.

Volunteer Duties May Include:

Assisting with light food prep

Setting up serving stations

Plating and serving meals

Keeping the kitchen tidy

Helping with the cleanup after the luncheon

Why Volunteer?
Your time and kindness help create a warm, festive celebration for our seniors. It’s a rewarding way to give back, spread joy, and share the holiday spirit.

Interested in helping?
Click Respond to sign up today!

Let’s make this Christmas bright for everyone!

Provide compassionate presence and caregiving support to those in their last days to weeks of life. We provide training and shadowing experiences before you caregive independently.

Gentiva Hospice is excited to welcome compassionate individuals who are looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and their families. We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to serve the East Mountain Communities for the following rewarding opportunities:

Pet Therapy – Share the healing power of animals by providing comfort, companionship, and emotional support to patients.

Hospice Companions- CompassionateHow Do I Become a Volunteer with Gentiva Hospice?

Getting started is simple. Your first step is to schedule a volunteer interview with our team. This conversation will help you learn more about the role and allow us to understand how your unique gifts can best support our patients.

We’re excited to welcome you into our community of care. If you're ready to get involved, call Heather at 505-821-5404/ or click the link Volunteers  to begin! 
Your kindness and dedication can provide comfort and enrichment to those in need. Join us in creating meaningful moments that truly matter.

Gentiva Hospice Invites You to Make Every Moment Matter!
Are you ready to bring comfort, joy, and healing to those who need it most? Gentiva Hospice is thrilled to welcome caring individuals who want to make a profound difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

We have rewarding volunteer opportunities waiting for you:

Your time is a gift. Your impact is immeasurable.
Join a team that believes in the healing power of human connection. Volunteer with Gentiva Hospice and help make every moment matter.

How Do I Become a Volunteer with Gentiva Hospice?
We’ll guide you every step of the way! Reach out today to learn more about training, scheduling, and how you can start making a difference. Click the link Volunteers to help you begin.

Operation Silent Night Donations are starting to come into the shelter. We need assistance in receiving, sorting and distributing the holiday shelter donations for the pets.

We are recruiting volunteers with any crafting skills to make handmade items that provide change and show how much we care to many different charity organizations in our city. Now that we have helped with over 100,000 protective masks and other items for first responders, medical professionals, and vulnerable individuals in the community, we want to keep providing handmade items that can make a difference, and that means you can help on your free time while you're turning your hobbies into real life help. 

If you can sew and have your own sewing machine, can knit, crochet, loom knit, or you can teach others or your kids to do the same, or even if you can only donate materials, then you can help. There's always projects to put your hands to help. We may be able to provide materials and patterns, depending on the task, and we'd like to know if you can join in action.

If you wish to continue the contact with this local effort, join the @MaskupNM Facebook community today to coordinate with others in Albuquerque undertaking this important work.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/maskupnm

For now, we highly encourage you to join a larger craftivism group which we are part of and also provided help with extra hands when we had a very large project in 2021. 

Crafting Change (https://www.craftingchange.org/) started just like us and saw the opportunity for members to keep helping other communities all across the United States. Their board members are dedicated to reach out to organizations in need of crafted items, agree on the characteristics of them, provide patterns, receive materials donations to redistribute and even organize events throughout the year to keep the spirits of volunteers high and alive. We encourage you to reach out to them and see the projects they are supporting at the moment. They also have a Facebook Community where you can socialize, ask questions, see important updates and participate in crafting meetings. If you contribute to any of their activities, you can log your hours here as well, every little bit of volunteerism counts!

This movement can help you turn your love for crafts into positive outcomes, but can also help you see the kind of crafts and simple things that can support communities. If you see something you like and think you can donate locally, let's talk about it!  We'd be glad to welcome any initiatives and address the local needs of Albuquerque and all of New Mexico. If you have any ideas you would like to share, click on RESPOND to this opportunity and leave what you have in mind in the Additional Notes section. You will be contacted to discuss your project and connect you locally.

If you are interested in donating materials or have any further questions, please contact us at MaskupNM@gmail.com

By responding to this opportunity we can turn your time into more resources for the city when you log your hours.

During this time, you will be shadowing with one of our amazing senior dog volunteers who will go over basic dog handling with you and what a typical volunteering session looks like. Please expect to be at the facility for at least 1-2 hours learning how to be safe taking dogs out of their kennels, knowing what to look for on kennel cards, and where you can find the equipmentnent you need.

During this time, you will be shadowing with one of our amazing senior dog volunteers who will go over basic dog handling with you and what a typical volunteering session looks like. Please expect to be at the facility for at least 1-2 hours learning how to be safe taking dogs out of their kennels, knowing what to look for on kennel cards, and where you can find the equipmentnent you need.

Do you play an instrument or love to sing? Share your gift of music to bring comfort, joy, and peace to those in hospice care.

What You’ll Do:

Training Provided

Looking to make a difference without bedside care?
At Gentiva Hospice, volunteers are the heartbeat of our operations—bringing warmth, organization, and support to the team that delivers compassionate care.

We’re looking for a compassionate and reliable volunteer to help in our office on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Your role will be to make friendly, supportive phone calls to our patients—checking in and helping them prepare for the weekend.
No medical experience needed—just a friendly attitude, attention to detail, and a desire to help others during one of life’s most meaningful journeys.

This is a meaningful way to offer comfort and connection, all from the heart of our hospice team. If you enjoy talking with people and want to make a difference behind the scenes, we’d love to have you join us.

To get started please click the link Volunteers, and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to discuss the onboarding process. 

The 7th Annual Coats & Cocoa Christmas Parade at Thomas Bell Community Center is where the community comes together for Holiday Cheer. It is a free even where we give the youth free coats for the winter season, Dutch Bros donates free hot cocoa, games and resources are available. You also can take photos with Santa and the Grinch. We would greatly appreciate any all volunteers and coats donations for this event. 

Thank you for considering volunteering your time at the South Valley Library in Albuquerque!

Do you need to earn service hours for school, or for a special project? Do you want to gain work experience? Do you love Libraries and want to learn a little bit more about how they work?

Volunteers play an important role in assisting the Library to offer our services to the community on a continuing basis—and our teen volunteers are no exception!

Teen volunteers are selected based upon their qualifications, enthusiasm, and the needs of the Library at any given time.

What are some of the volunteering opportunities?

A sample of teen volunteer assignments is listed below. Not all opportunities are available at all times or at all branch locations. For a full list and descriptions, please ask at the Reference Desk.

While we appreciate every person who wishes to volunteer at the Library, opportunities are sometimes limited. Please be aware that we may not have a volunteer position available at this time that suits your interests and abilities. If you are accepted as a volunteer, we may ask you to alter your duties to meet the changing needs of the Library. Additionally, if your work is no longer necessary or proves unsatisfactory, you may be released.

The skills we prefer our teen volunteers have experience with depends on the assignment. Here is a sample of skills we look for:

Please note that not all skills are necessary for all volunteer assignments.

A criminal background check will be required. City policy requires anyone who wishes to volunteer at the Library to consent to the performance of a background investigation by an outside agency. There is no cost to you.

You will also be asked to complete a short interview with the branch's Volunteer Coordinator and a brief shelving test.

**Please note: Based on the New Mexico Child Labor Laws, youth ages 13-15 may only volunteer for up to 4 hours per week during the academic school year; and, when school is out, for up to 20 hours per week.**

Join us as a Front Office Volunteer and make a difference every day!

What You’ll Do:

What You’ll Bring:

Help Support Our Community Food Pantry at John Marshal Health and Social Services Center!

The Department of Health, Housing, and Homelessness is recruiting dedicated volunteers to join our team and make a difference in the lives of local families. Volunteers may help receive, organize, and distribute food donations to those in need. Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Whether you can help weekly or occasionally, we’d love to have you join us!

Thank you, OneABQ

Come see how a convention really happens, help us in areas of need, ticketing, celebrity assistants, line control, ett. Earn free autographs and celebrity interaction stories. Everyone that reponds will have to fill out our application but no matter what, we have a position for you. You can get more info and access the application at this link https://albuquerquecomiccon.com/volunteers/

No one wants to see pet waste where they walk or play. Did you know that in addition to being a nuisance, pet waste is also a significant pollutant found in storm water runoff? Pet waste left on sidewalks, streets, and lawns washes into storm drains and then to the nearest water body without treatment. Pet waste pollutes surface water by contributing harmful bacteria and nutrients impacting water. The solution is easy, pick up pet waste and dispose of it properly! Help be a part of the solution, volunteer for the Park Management Mutt Mitt Program. It only takes a few minutes of your time to volunteer to refill mutt mitt stations in your neighborhood park. This program has been very successful in keeping our City beautiful and encourages dog owners to clean up after their pets and allows them a convenient and sanitary way of properly disposing of their dog waste. It’s easy, just complete the online volunteer registration and Park Management will supply you with bags and a key.

Get an early start on a joy-filled New Year by helping with fun activities at the Balloon Museum from 10am to noon on New Year's Eve!  We are seeking activity assistants and museum greeters for a lively morning of crafts, music, and food trucks. Fun for all ages!

Find out what volunteering at the Balloon Museum is all about!  This 2-hour session will provide you with background on the museum as well as a clear picture of the expectations and opportunities that go with being a Year-Round Balloon Museum Volunteer.  You will meet some great people and receive a Volunteer Handbook full of information to get you launched!

We will take a quick tour of the museum, so please wear shoes that are comfortable for walking.

After completing this Orientation, you will be free to sign up for general support roles and for additional position training through OneABQVolunteers.

Can't make the dates listed? Please contact Diane Short, Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator, at (505) 768-6032 | dshort@cabq.gov.  We will find a way to get you on board! 

This opportunity is to support the animals as they come out of sedation after surgery. Having a human there watching over them when they feel insecure can make the process much calmer instead of panicked or stressful.  You must be familiar with handling cats and dogs, be able to lift at least 20lbs alone and more with help, and be able to bend and kneel frequently. You will shadow with one of the senior volunteers for a surgery recovery session before being able to volunteer on your own. To set up the shadow session, email awdvolunteer@cabq.gov.

Purpose: To teach children and adults about the history of the written word

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Responsible to: Branch Volunteer Coordinator/Center for the Book Activity Coordinator

Key responsibilities:

Learn one or more areas of the docent curriculum well enough to teach the material to children and adults; help to run activity stations which include hieroglyphic stamps and letter illumination; perform rudimentary typesetting; and operate and clean a replica of a common printing press.

Note:  A background check will be required before you can be scheduled for a shift.

The University of New Mexico Track and Field Team is looking for community members to help facilitate our home meets in the Albuquerque Convention Center this upcoming January and February . Multiple volunteer opportunities are available, across four different weekends here in ABQ with varying types of roles. Some roles are sedentary, some mainly on your feet and some with a mix of both. 

We host home meets on the following weekends: 

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Invitational : January 23-24

New Mexico Team Open : January 30-31

New Mexico Collegiate Classic : February 6-7

Don Kirby Elite Invitational : February 13-14

We are looking for help in role(s) such as:

Track Officials (We will teach and certify you to officiate event disciplines if interested based on knowledge)

Live stat trackers (Computer based stat tracking for Field Events)

Misc track help (Hurdle Crew, Weigh-In, Check-In, Spike-Check, Etc)

If interested in volunteering OR learning to Officiate please contact:

Jared Berryman

jberryman@unm.edu

Interested participants need only sign up through the Lasagna Love portal, complete brief online training associated with safe food preparation, and share how often they wish to participate. Volunteers participate as much or as little as desired -- whether one-time, weekly, or monthly. This flexible model allows each individual to give when and how they wish. Clubs and organizations are welcome to partner with Lasagna Love on either a one-time basis or through an ongoing partnership. Our team is available to assist with specifics such as frequency, number of meals and options for delivery.

Please SIGN UP FOR VOLUNTEERING THROUGH THE Lasagna Love Portal.

Are you an experienced painter?

There is a special project at Gateway West and our team could use your skills!

The Department of Health, Housing, and Homelessness, in partnership with Chicanos Por La Causa, welcomes hundreds of people seeking shelter every day. Therefore, we are interested in giving the lobby and hallway a fresh coat of paint to elevate the atmosphere of our Guest/Host Services area. We would like to invite anyone with a painting background to participate.

Please, click ‘Respond’ to register and share your experience with us. We will contact you to review scheduling.

Thank you!

Help Ethos Literacy - a nonprofit literacy program - judge stories submitted to its 7th Annual Short Short Story Contest. The Contest is a fundraiser to support free foundational skill tutoring to adults and teens (who have left school). Training provided.

Virtual Opportunity. Dates Needed: December 2025 to March 2026. Time Commitment: 2 hours. You must be able to download PDF files or read them on a computer screen.

Contact us by email at readers@ethosliteracy.org

Breakfast Shift 8-10am Lunch shift 10:30-12:30pm

Prepping and/or serving meals

Cooking (if you’re comfortable)

Restocking and sorting food

Distributing groceries and checking in clients on the computer (Fridays,

Bussing tables

Assisting with general cleanup as needed

Dishwashing as needed

Office assistance

MoGro Mobile Grocery is a nonprofit mobile grocery based in Albuquerque. Our main goal is to make nourishing food accessible to more families in central New Mexico by removing barriers of distance and cost that can inhibit access to healthy eating. We also work to buy as much of the food we distribute from small local farmers to make sure that as much of the funding spent on these programs is returned to the communities we serve in multiple ways.

We help to make healthy food more accessible by working with partners like Tribal communities, Presbyterian Community Health, Three Sisters Kitchen, CNM, and UNM Truman Health Center to provide their clients and community members with bags of fresh, healthy, and local food. With large volumes of produce going so many different directions, we first bring it all to Roadrunner Food Bank, where we rent space to pack our bags and store our food, to sort, pack and redistribute.

This is where YOU come in! We need help packing our produce and grocery bags for our partner organizations. We pack every Tuesday from 2:30 - 6:30pm at Roadrunner Food Bank.

Send us an email if you're interested in having a hands-on impact helping make healthy, nourishing food more accessible! Once we answer any questions you might have, we will send you the link to our SignUp page where you can sign up for a future Tuesday night pack. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Rio Grande Food Project operates weekly free food distribution events every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday morning from 9-11 am. Volunteers arrive at 8:30 and finish by 11:15 am.

The Food Project is seeking regular weekly volunteers to assist guests in transporting food boxes to their vehicles using grocery carts and, as requested, assist in loading food into guest vehicles. Volunteers may be asked to stoop, bend, push, pull, and lift boxes weighing up to 25 (twenty-five) pounds.

To join or for any questions or additional information, please contact: volunteer@rgfp.org Office: 505 831-3778

Click here to volunteer for this opportunity with Roadrunner Food Bank.

Volunteers at the Roadrunner Food Pantry will assist community members in a variety of ways.  Volunteers must be 16 years or older and will be cross trained to fulfill any of the following tasks as needed:

Want to help Meals on Wheels feed the hungry and homebound of New Mexico?
Join us as a volunteer and make a real difference in our community!

Just one shift per week helps provide meals to over 1,000 citizens of Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Our drivers deliver Monday through Friday between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm — and for about 85% of our clients, you're the only friendly face they'll see that day.

We deliver out of three convenient sites in the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho areas, so you won’t have to travel far to get involved.

Driver Volunteers: Deliver meals to clients in your area.

Kitchen Volunteers: Help us prepare meals in the mornings before delivery. A great way to support our mission if you'd rather be behind the scenes!

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer, attend one of our in-person training sessions, held every Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 am.
You’ll also have the opportunity to go on a ride-along with an experienced driver to help you feel confident and supported on your route.

Driver Volunteers:

Must be 18 years or older

Have a valid driver’s license and current auto insurance

Kitchen Volunteers:

Must be at least 14 years old with a parent or guardian

Or 16 years and older to volunteer independently

Click here to register.

Warehouse volunteers are trained to check, clean, label, sort, repack, and box food items, which will then be made available to our partner agencies for distribution in New Mexico.  

Tree New Mexico (TNM) is looking for a few photographers that can take pictures of Saturday morning planting events, and/or events during the week or evenings. Each photographer can sign up for the events that work in their schedule.

TNM will provide you with photographer guidelines and a detailed list of the types of photos we are seeking for grant reporting and social media posts. We are looking for a total of 15-30 edited photos per event. We will ensure that you receive credit whenever your photos are used. We will kindly request that you submit the photos within 3 days of the event to help us post promptly. 

Please bring water, a hat, sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes. We will give you a green TNM T-shirt to wear and we will have permission from the people involved.

Please email Mackenzie at mackenzie@treenm.org  with any questions or concerns.

Join the Alleyway Activation Project!

Help us bring new life to our neighborhood alleyways! The Alleyway Activation Project is turning unused spaces into beautiful, green community areas — and we need your help to make it happen.

Come volunteer with us for a fun, hands-on day of:
  * Light gardening and planting
  * Mural painting and beautification
   *Meeting neighbors and building community

No experience needed — just bring your energy, creativity, and love for our city!

Where: Alleyways in the International District and nearby neighborhoods
When: TBD based on needs
Sign up: Add your name here to this ongoing opportunity and a member of our team will contact you when we have the next alleyway activation event. 

Do you like horses?  We have the job for you.  Loving Thunder is the only Premier Accredited Path International center in New Mexico.  We comply with the highest standards of therapeutic horseback riding and Equine Psychotherapy.  Hardly any one thinks of all the care that our horses need.  We need a few good people to help with those daily chores and keep our barns clean and healthy.  We try to have volunteers daily so the job is not too big for any one person.  We have 10 horses and it takes about 3-4 hours per day.  You should be healthy and able to lift 30-40 lbs.  You can set your own time of the day once you are trained.  You can take all the time you want to hug on the horses.  They love to be cuddled and petted.  If you love horses and don't mind a little physical activity, this is the job for you.  Visit our website at www.lovingthunder.com or call me at 505-206-9090.

No one wants to see pet waste where they walk or play. Did you know that in addition to being a nuisance, pet waste is also a significant pollutant found in storm water runoff? Pet waste left on sidewalks, streets, and lawns washes into storm drains and then to the nearest water body without treatment. Pet waste pollutes surface water by contributing harmful bacteria and nutrients impacting water. The solution is easy, pick up pet waste and dispose of it properly!

Help be a part of the solution, volunteer for the Park Management Mutt Mitt Program. It only takes a few minutes of your time to volunteer to refill mutt mitt stations in your neighborhood park. This program has been very successful in keeping our City beautiful and encourages dog owners to clean up after their pets and allows them a convenient and sanitary way of properly disposing of their dog waste. It’s easy, just complete the online volunteer registration and Park Management will supply you with bags and a key.

This December, the Barrett Foundation is looking for a guest chef (or culinary team) to bring warmth and good food to our kitchen — serving a special meal for 40 women and 10 children staying with us. We’re hoping for someone who can plan, prepare, and provide the food for the meal, helping make the season a little brighter for the families in our care. If you love to cook and want to give back in a meaningful way, this is your chance to make a real difference. When: Any day in December Who: You (or your team!) Where: Barrett Foundation, serving women and children experiencing homelessness Interested? Reach out to Rachelle at rsrader@barrettfoundation.org to coordinate details. Let’s serve up comfort, community, and joy — one plate at a time.

Calling All Students!

Are you curious about different career paths or looking to build your resume—without the pressure of a full-time job? Come be part of our hospice team and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, flexible environment.

We’d love to have your help with office clerical tasks and assist in organizing events for our patients and the community. It’s a great way to develop valuable skills, make meaningful connections, and contribute to something bigger.

Come grow with us—we’re excited to meet you!

The Department of Senior Affairs (DSA), in partnership with the Animal Welfare Department, launched the PETS (Pets & Elderly Together Succeed) Initiative—and we need volunteers like YOU to make a real difference in our community!

Many seniors rely on their beloved pets for companionship, comfort, and joy. With your help, we can ensure they have the support they need to care for their furry family members.

Deliver Pet Food: Pick up food supplies from the Eastside Animal Welfare Department and deliver them to the Senior Affairs Transportation Office.

Organize Supplies: Sort and organize pet food bags by delivery routes to prepare for distribution.

Ability to lift boxes of pet food weighing up to 100 lbs.

Your time and effort will go a long way in helping seniors and their pets stay healthy, happy, and together.

The Department of Senior Affairs is currently seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join our Volunteers In Action (VIA) program!

Support local seniors by helping deliver nutritious lunches in a warm, welcoming environment. Whether you're serving meals, helping with cleanup, or keeping things running behind the scenes, your time makes a difference.

Meal Server – Provide friendly service during lunchtime

Dishwasher – Keep the kitchen clean and organized

Dining Room Cleaner – Maintain a safe and tidy space

Operations Assistant – Help with daily setup and support tasks

No previous experience required — just a willingness to help and a caring attitude!

Weekdays | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Flexible shifts available:

Monday–Friday

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Tuesday & Thursday

We’ll work with your availability!

On-site orientation

Basic food handling training

Ongoing support from friendly DSA staff

Make a meaningful impact on senior wellness

Meet like-minded people in your community

Gain valuable experience in a supportive setting

Leave each shift knowing you made someone’s day brighter!

Click ‘Respond’ today and become part of a growing team dedicated to supporting and uplifting our senior community.

Looking to give back in a meaningful way? Join Volunteers In Action (VIA) and help support the health and well-being of older adults in our community!

Our weekday meal programs provide nutritious lunches to seniors — and we need caring, dependable volunteers to keep them running smoothly.

Serving meals with a smile

Dishwashing and cleanup

Sanitizing kitchen and dining areas

Assisting with daily operations

Whether you’re plating food, taking temperatures, or helping keep things tidy, your time and compassion truly make a difference!

Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Flexible shifts available:

Monday–Friday

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Tuesday & Thursday
We’ll work with your schedule!

On-site orientation

Food handling training

Ongoing support from DSA staff

Click ‘Respond’ to get started and become a part of something meaningful.

Thank you for helping us uplift and support our senior community!

Join the Department of Senior Affairs in making a difference!

Our daily meal programs provide nutritious, wholesome lunches to older adults every Monday through Friday — and we need caring, dependable volunteers to help keep things running smoothly.

Serving meals during lunch

Dishwashing after meals

Cleaning kitchen & dining areas

Assisting with day-to-day operations

Whether you're serving with a smile, taking food temps, or wiping down surfaces, your time and compassion have a real impact on the lives of local seniors.

When: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
How often: Volunteer one day a week or more — we’ll work with your schedule!

Click ‘Respond’ to get started and make a difference today!

Thank you for supporting and uplifting our senior community! 

Looking to give back in a meaningful way? Join Volunteers In Action (VIA) and support the well-being of local older adults through our weekday meal service program.

We’re excited to welcome new volunteers who want to make a real impact — one meal, one smile at a time.

Meal Service – Greet and serve lunch to seniors

Kitchen Support – Help with dishwashing and cleaning

Dining Area Cleanup – Keep shared spaces safe and tidy

Program Assistance – Support daily operations behind the scenes

Whether you enjoy working in the kitchen, chatting with seniors, or helping things run smoothly, there’s a place for you here!

We’re excited to launch a new call for volunteers to join our weekday senior lunch program! Through our Volunteers In Action (VIA) initiative, you’ll help provide warm meals, friendly service, and a clean, welcoming environment for older adults in our community.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to give back in a hands-on, meaningful way — no experience needed!

Serve Lunch to local seniors

Help with Dishwashing and cleanup

Sanitize & Clean kitchen and dining areas

Support Daily Program Tasks

Every role supports the health, dignity, and connection our seniors deserve.

Monday–Friday | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Choose the schedule that works for you:

Full Week (M–F)

3 Days (M/W/F)

2 Days (T/Th)

We’re flexible — let us know what fits your routine!

On-site training & orientation

Food safety guidance

Friendly staff support

A positive, team-based atmosphere

Many older adults rely on these meals for both nourishment and social connection. Your time helps foster a safe, caring place for them to thrive.

Click ‘Respond’ to sign up and start making an impact.
Let’s build a healthier, more connected community — together.

Support Senior Wellness Through Volunteering!
Make a Difference with the Department of Senior Affairs

Join Volunteers In Action (VIA) in supporting our community’s older adults! Our weekday meal programs provide nutritious, wholesome lunches to seniors — and we need caring, dependable volunteers to keep things running smoothly.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Serving meals during lunch

Dishwashing after meals

Cleaning kitchen & dining areas

Assisting with daily operations

Whether you’re serving with a smile, taking food temps, or tidying up, your time and compassion make a real difference in the lives of local seniors.

When: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Flexible Shifts Available:

Monday–Friday

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Tuesday & Thursday
We’ll work with your schedule!

Training Provided:

On-site orientation

Food handling training

Ongoing support from DSA staff

Ready to Help?
Click ‘Respond’ to get started and become a part of something meaningful.

Thank you for supporting and uplifting our senior community!

Join Volunteers In Action (VIA) and help make a positive impact in the lives of older adults in our community!

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with our weekday lunch programs, providing healthy meals and friendly faces to local seniors.

Meal Service – Serve lunches with care and kindness

Dishwashing – Help keep things clean and running smoothly

Cleaning – Sanitize kitchen and dining areas

Operations Support – Assist with daily program tasks

Your time and compassion help create a warm, welcoming space for seniors to enjoy a nutritious meal and good company.

Weekdays | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Flexible shifts available:

Monday–Friday

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Tuesday & Thursday

We’ll work with your availability!

On-site orientation

Food handling training

Ongoing guidance from Department of Senior Affairs staff

Click ‘Respond’ to sign up and get started!

Be a part of something meaningful — support senior wellness through service.

Have a little time to give? Come share it with hospice patients—your presence can be the greatest gift of all. By offering friendship and companionship, you’ll be making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. At Lilycare, we’ll be with you every step of the way, ensuring your journey is as rewarding and enriching as it is compassionate.

Vitalant is the nation’s largest independent, nonprofit organization focused exclusively on providing lifesaving blood services. We have a network of about 120 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in about 900 hospitals across the U.S. – millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous volunteer donors.

Friendly, courteous volunteers needed to greet arriving donors at our donation center.  Help restock the refreshments area and keep an eye on donor well-being after their donation.

Flexible schedule, can choose weekly or monthly shifts.

This opportunity is for Trained Ambassadors only. If you wish to go through the ABQ RIDE Ambassador training go to this Opportunity, complete qualifications and respond to sign up. 

Questions: email Dwayne Baker dbaker@cabq.gov

Please note we request you board or start your shift at one of the key marked stops along the route as noted on our current maps available here:

Take note of your starting and end point for your final notes, this way your shift will make a huge difference in helping us identify your contribution.

Key stops are as follows:

A: Montgomery Tramway Park & Ride

B: Montgomery & Juan Tabo

C: Montgomery & Wyoming

D: Montgomery & San Mateo

E: Carliste & Menaul

F: UNM Hospital

G: Alvarado Transit Center

Westbound is A-G

Eastbound is G-A

Please use  >>>>THIS LINK

Designated for members of the Volunteer Development Committee PR Team that are participating in activities to log those activity hours.  Can be used when activities are done away from facility.

Junior Achievement of New Mexico (JA of NM) provides FREE financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreneurship programs to K-12 students across New Mexico. We connect students to members of their community by bringing a trained community volunteer to teach a course in their classroom.

You don't need teaching experience, as all scripts and learning materials are provided. All that's needed is a passion to inspire and prepare students for economic success, while sharing your personal and professional experiences.

To join us, contact Junior Achievement's Program Department at programs@newmexicoja.org or at 505-342-6350.

Barrett Foundation is looking for helping hands in the kitchen on weekends! If you enjoy pitching in, staying active, and making a difference for our guests, we’d love your help.

Shifts available:

First shift: 3:30 – 5:30 PM – Prep food for dinner and set it out for guests.

Second shift: 5:30 – 7:00 PM – Wash dishes, put food away, and wipe down counters.

It’s a great way to support our community, share a few hours of your time, and keep our kitchen running smoothly. If you’re interested, reach out to us to sign up or learn more. Every pair of hands helps!

Key Responsibilities:

As a veteran, you understand the values of courage, sacrifice, and camaraderie. Your experience and compassion can bring immeasurable comfort to fellow veterans in hospice care. By volunteering, you can:

Offer companionship to veterans in their final journey

Share stories and understanding with those who served

Provide support and dignity to those facing end-of-life care

Your service doesn’t end with your military career—it continues through the gift of presence and care. Join us in honoring veterans and making a meaningful difference.

Be the support they need. Be the peace they seek. Be the difference.

Contact Gentiva Hospice, 505-821-5404  or click the link Volunteers today and become a veteran hospice volunteer for veterans in need!

"Answering the Final Call with Strength and Compassion"

Cherry Hills Library is hosting an after-hours Grand Ball in honor of the late Jane Austen's 250th birthday!  There will be plenty of parlor games, dancing with LIVE music, conversation, other Jane inspired activities, and door prizes.  Oh, and we cannot forget birthday cake.  Hands are needed to preside over various stations throughout the evening.  Please dress to impress!

Volunteer hours are from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
The program will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025.