Opportunities From: One Albuquerque Volunteers

The Kitten Social Club is a fun and essential program designed to help young kittens grow into confident, adoptable cats. Volunteers in this role provide playtime, gentle handling, and positive interactions that are crucial for a kitten’s healthy development. Provide safe, gentle handling to help kittens become comfortable with people. Engage kittens in interactive play with toys to encourage exercise, confidence, and curiosity. Expose kittens to positive experiences such as petting, brushing, or being held.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you should have taken the Cat Behavior Training online, have had a Cat Shadowing session with a Senior Volunteer, and also have completed the Kitten Social Club Training offered online and remember you have to upload your certificates you obtained by the end of trainings as qualifications.

If you haven't, remember you can continue your cat handling journey. For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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 Fraidy Cat Program is designed to help shy, fearful, or under-socialized cats build confidence and trust in people. Volunteers in this role provide gentle, patient interaction that helps these cats adjust to the shelter environment and increases their chances of adoption. Spend quiet, consistent time with shy cats, offering gentle presence, soft voices, and calm movements. Use enrichment techniques such as reading aloud, offering treats, or engaging with toys to encourage positive interactions. Document progress, noting behavioral improvements or challenges to share with staff.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you should have taken the Cat Behavior Training online, have had a Cat Shadowing session with a Senior Volunteer, and also have completed the Fraidy Cat Training offered online and remember you have to upload your certificates obtained by the end of trainings as qualifications.

If you haven't, remember you can continue your cat handling journey. For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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 Fraidy Cat Program is designed to help shy, fearful, or under-socialized cats build confidence and trust in people. Volunteers in this role provide gentle, patient interaction that helps these cats adjust to the shelter environment and increases their chances of adoption. Spend quiet, consistent time with shy cats, offering gentle presence, soft voices, and calm movements. Use enrichment techniques such as reading aloud, offering treats, or engaging with toys to encourage positive interactions. Document progress, noting behavioral improvements or challenges to share with staff.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you should have taken the Cat Behavior Training online, have had a Cat Shadowing session with a Senior Volunteer, and also have completed the Fraidy Cat Training offered online and remember you have to upload your certificates obtained by the end of trainings as qualifications.If you haven't, remember you can continue your cat handling journey. For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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 Cat Cuddler plays an important role in helping shelter cats feel safe, loved, and socialized while they await adoption. Cat Cuddlers make a direct difference in the wellbeing of shelter cats, helping reduce stress and increase their chances of finding loving homes. Spend quality time with cats through gentle petting, brushing, and lap time. Provide enrichment through play with toys and interactive activities.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you should have taken the Cat Behavior Training online and have had a Cat Shadowing session with a Senior Volunteer. If you haven't, remember you can continue your cat handling journey. For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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 Cat Cuddler plays an important role in helping shelter cats feel safe, loved, and socialized while they await adoption. Cat Cuddlers make a direct difference in the wellbeing of shelter cats, helping reduce stress and increase their chances of finding loving homes. Spend quality time with cats through gentle petting, brushing, and lap time. Provide enrichment through play with toys and interactive activities.

To be able to respond to this opportunity you should have taken the Cat Behavior Training online and have had a Cat Shadowing session with a Senior Volunteer. If you haven't, remember you can continue your cat handling journey. For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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

Location: North Valley Senior Center
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Commitment: Flexible Shifts available. We'll work with your schedule.

We’re looking for a Coffee Maker Volunteer to help prepare and serve coffee for seniors at our center. If you enjoy simple kitchen tasks, a warm environment, and making people smile, this role is for you!

Brew and set up coffee each morning

Monitor supplies and restock as needed

Keep coffee station clean and organized

Greet and engage with members in a friendly manner

Are dependable and arrive on time

Can work independently and follow simple instructions

Enjoy being around seniors and contributing to a caring community

Can lift coffee supplies or use a standard coffee maker

Be part of a supportive, community-focused team

Create a welcoming start to each day for seniors

Share your time in a low-stress, high-impact way

Interested in Volunteering?
Click Respond to sign up for this opportunity.

Support Senior Wellness – Volunteer with the DSA Nutrition Program!

Help make a difference in the lives of local seniors by volunteering with the Department of Senior Affairs (DSA) Nutrition Program. Our recreation centers promote senior wellness through nutritious daily meal services, offered Monday through Friday.

The Volunteers in Action (VIA) Program is currently seeking dedicated community members to assist with our nutrition services. Join a meaningful cause and contribute to a healthier, happier community!

Assisting with food preparation

Serving meals with care and a smile

Washing dishes after meals

Labeling food products for safe storage

Pulling products from refrigerators and freezers

Taking out trash and breaking down boxes

Logging food temperatures

Keeping the kitchen and dining areas clean and hygienic

Supporting daily operations to ensure smooth, efficient service

Whether you're folding towels, carrying a plate for an older adult, or simply offering a warm presence, your time truly makes a difference.

Training: On-site training is provided

Dress Code: Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes

Aprons: Provided for all volunteers

Accessibility: Accommodations available for volunteers with physical limitations

Age Requirement: Must be 18+

Ready to get involved?
Click ‘Respond’ below to join us in supporting senior wellness through service.

Thank you for your time, compassion, and community spirit!

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.

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 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!

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.

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! 

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!

The Veterans Memorial Center is in need of volunteers for a variety of jobs such as answering the phone, covering books for the library, weeding the garden, working in the museum and more. Training is provided. This is a collaboration between The Race Amity Project of New Mexico and the Veterans Memorial Center. Please sign up with Connie Knudson if you wish to support The Race Amity Project--so we can have an amazing event on November 8, 2025 from 5 - 7 p.m.

Keep Albuquerque Beautiful, in partnership with Fuse Makerspace, is excited to host this year's fall Fix It Clinic! This free, all-ages event provides a unique opportunity for participants to bring their broken household items—such as bikes, small appliances, electronics, and sewing projects—and learn how to repair them with the guidance of experienced coaches. Instead of sending these items to the landfill, attendees will learn valuable skills in assessing, disassembling, and fixing their belongings.

The FixIt Clinic is more than just a repair event; it’s an educational experience that fosters sustainability and creativity. Last year, more than 150 people participated in diagnosing and repairing over 200 items, with attendees expressing high satisfaction from the hands-on, expert assistance they received. In response to the increased interest, we're hosting a fall Fix It Clinic this year in addition to our annual spring event. 

We are looking for skilled individuals who are handy and experienced in sewing, woodwork, leatherwork, electronics, small appliances, and jewelry. We invite you to register as a coach if you have any of these skills. 

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.

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.

Join the fun as a field trip volunteer at the Balloon Museum!  We introduce young learners to the concepts of buoyancy and ballooning through hands-on activities, museum tours, and a walk inside a real hot air balloon envelope. Volunteers gently encourage discovery-based learning while celebrating the spirit of innovation and exploration that fueled the development of lighter-than-air flight.

This training will provide all you need to join our crew of field trip volunteers.

Field trips run most Tuesday and Friday mornings, November through May.  Volunteers select days that fit their own schedules.

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:

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.  

The Department of Health, Housing & Homelessness offers shelter and services to people in need at various facilities within the Gateway Network.

Volunteers fulfill a vital role by ensuring that donations are sorted, organized and distributed efficiently.  We are looking for several people who are available to lend a helping hand for a few hours weekly at Gateway Center.  Your contribution will create a positive impact and connects the most vulnerable in our community to the essentials they deserve. 

Please, click 'Respond' to join our team and be a part of the solution.

Thank you!

Get your kitten and puppy fix here! Feed the bottle babies in the clinic and give them snuggles. You will need to take the neonate care course (linked below) and shadow with one of the senior nursery volunteers. This opportunity has set shifts so we can be sure the puppies and kittens are cared for daily. 

Maddie’s University | Animal Welfare Education Courses: Caring for Orphaned Kittens

The Community Engagement Coordinator will help the Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian (APINH) Office build strong, direct connections with communities across Albuquerque. Students interested in public policy, social work, or grassroots organizing will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Benefits

The Social Media Content Manager will lead digital storytelling and content creation to amplify APINH community voices. This role is ideal for students passionate about communications, media, marketing, or graphic design.

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Qualifications

Benefits

The Community Event Planner & Manager intern will play a hands-on role in organizing Asian, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian (APINH) community events, festivals, and cultural showcases. This position is ideal for students interested in event management, cultural programming, or nonprofit/civic leadership.

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Qualifications

Benefits

The Media & Storytelling Developer will help document and amplify Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian (APINH) stories, creating multimedia that highlights cultural heritage, leadership, and community contributions. This position is ideal for students in journalism, film, digital media, or cultural studies.

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Qualifications

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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

The Breakthrough T1D Walk is Saturday, November 8th, 2024 at 1:00PM at North Domingo Baca Park, ABQ. We have different time frames and roles available. Click HERE to view roles with descriptions and sign up!

When you adopt Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Park, you're adopting a snapshot of America. Not only is this park dedicated to our patriotic service members, but it's also a hub for the all-American pastime of baseball. Show your love for our country and our service members by adopting this park. 

Community organizations, businesses, and private citizens may adopt a park. The program is flexible enough to allow organizations, business or individuals to choose a location and level of commitment that works best for them, their family, or their staff. The best part—you can adopt a park in your neighborhood!

Contribute directly to the beautification of our City, starting with the area that matters most to you! Volunteering in City of Albuquerque parks is a great way to help our community shine!

Parks can be adopted collaboratively, or by a single family or organization. Families and organizations that adopt a park in-whole (with a minimum commitment of two years) will be recognized with the placement of a sign in the park to recognize and celebrate their contribution.

Parks are a place for everyone to enjoy, and the maintenance of our parks are a place for everyone to pitch in. Even if you don’t commit to adopt a park for two years, you can still sign up here to log the hours you spend doing your part to keep Albuquerque beautiful.

This program provides volunteers with excellent opportunities to gain valuable work experience, make a connection with the community, and meet new people. Plus, you can bring your family and pets to accompany you in your project.

Volunteering in City Parks

We offer plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you would like to collaborate with us for your project. We have all the tools—we just need your time and energy.

Volunteer tasks in parks include:

Trash pickup
Weed removal
Raking sand boxes
Sweeping walkways/sidewalks
Cleaning/weeding of flower beds
Cleaning/wiping of playground equipment

Daily walks and exercise help more rescue and shelter dogs find forever homes by giving them physical and mental stimulation and teaching them valuable skills such as socialization and leash etiquette. They also enjoy your attention and the opportunity to get some fresh air. 

Every pooch needs physical exercise, and shelter dogs are no exception. In fact, structured walking programs at shelters and rescues help make dogs more adoptable by giving them exercise and stimulation, teaching them about leash etiquette, providing them with opportunities to bond with humans and to work on basic skills such as loose leash walking and sit. 

This Dog walking opportunity involves walking the dogs who have a blue or green dot located on their kennel card. Each dog taken out should get at least a half hour of your time, if possible. 

To be able to respond to this opportunity you have to had gone through the Dog Handling online training, the Hands-on Dog Behavior in person class, at least one Dog Shadowing session and have had uploaded the correct certificates for each of these qualifications. 

Do you want to learn more and handle the next level of dogs? For a more comprehensive list of our opportunities divided by pet, listings of the trainings needed to volunteer and all of the details about how to continue your volunteering process with us, please visit www.oneabqvolunteers.com/awd

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

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen at ABQ CiQlovía!
CiQlovía wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers — about 40–50 awesome people like you help bring the streets to life each year! Want to make new friends, explore your city car-free, and be part of something unforgettable? Join us for CiQlovía 2025!
Event Breakdown Volunteers = CiQlovía Closers!
Are you the kind of person who sticks around to make sure everything ends on a high note? We need your energy at the end of the day to help wrap up the fun and leave the streets better than we found them!
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Take down wayfinding signs and banners
• Collapse pop-up tents and pack up activity materials
• Help stack chairs and fold up tables at event hubs
• Assist with a final route walk-through to tidy up
Wait, What’s CiQlovía?
CiQlovía is ABQ’s twist on the global ciclovía movement—where streets are closed to cars and opened to people! That means biking, walking, dancing, shopping, live music, community vibes, and more.

CALLING ALL HEROES

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Nope, it’s YOU joining us for Super Hero Day at the Rail Yards Market on Sunday, October 19! We’re celebrating the everyday heroes who make our community shine. From caped crusaders and costumed kiddos to real-life changemakers, this market day is all about courage, kindness, and community.

Volunteer Roles:
• Bike Valet: keep our heroes’ bikes safe and sound
• Trash + Recycling Runs: help keep the Yards sparkling
• Packing Up: assist in gathering market items at close
• Pushing Carts: move gear back to the storage pod
• Teardown Crew: sweep, tidy, and help us close the event
• Social Media Content Hero: capture all the epic moments and market magic

Volunteer Shift: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Whether you fly in with a cape, roll up on a bike, or stroll through the gate, all ages, backgrounds, and abilities are welcome in our volunteer family.

Sign up and be a hero for your community! You’ll receive a detailed orientation email the Thursday before the event so you’re ready to save the day.

Tread Setters is Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundations' adaptive cycling program. This program runs April-May and September-October each year, typically on Sundays, between 12:30pm-4:00pm.

We are in need of volunteers that serve as support riders for our participants. While we do permit youth volunteers, we have to have adult volunteers that can pass a background check that serve as the main support rider for each individual child. Support riders will need to supply their own bike and helmet during these program sessions.

If interested in more information before filling out a volunteer application, please send an email to volunteer@cthf.net. The volunteer application is below.

Help serve attendees at our Nov. 8 Fundraiser dinner and take orders at each table. No experience necessary. Must be flexible and enjoy working with people. Attention to details is important.

Casa De Salud’s Board of Directors is responsible for establishingpolicies and directives governing business and programs of the and shall delegate to the Executive Director and Corporation/Organization staff, subject to the provisions of these Bylaws, authority and responsibility to see that the policies and directives are appropriately followed. All board positions are voluntary, and board members will not be compensated for other than for reasonable expenses approved by the board.

Volunteer Bereavement Facilitators are the backbone of our program. They lead grief support groups for children, teens, or adults at the Center for Hope and Healing in Albuquerque. Facilitators are trained, teamed up with more experienced facilitators, and supported by our staff. Facilitators come from all walks of life and are not required to have any experience in support groups or counseling. As one of our volunteers wrote, “This is the most rewarding thing I do.” The time commitment is approximately 3.5 hours one evening twice a month for 1 school year, after completing the initial training. The next training is scheduled for January 10 and 11th, 2026. Go to www.griefnm.org/training to register. A background check, confidentiality agreement, and references will be required.

Celebrate 40 Years of Hope with Us
Join us for Rooted in Hope, the Barrett Foundation’s 40th Anniversary Celebration! This special evening is more than a milestone — it’s your chance to stand with women and children in our community as they rebuild their lives.

✨ Enjoy exciting silent auction prizes, including a one-night stay for two at Ojo Santa Fe and lift tickets to Ski Santa Fe.

Your support helps keep our doors open for those who need it most. Reserve your spot today at BarrettFoundation.org. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

This tree planting is organized by Tree New Mexico (TNM) in the Matheson Park & Enchanted Park neighborhoods on October 18, 2025. Volunteers plant trees with trained Team Leaders who will provide instructions, tools, and maps to the tree planting locations. TNM will give you everything you need to plant trees at the designated location. You will find pre-dug holes, trees, mulch, a hose, and water on site. TNM will also show you how to plant the trees properly.

Please bring water, a hat, sunscreen, and wear closed toe shoes. Please wear your green TNM T-shirt if you have one. We will have some at the Welcome Table, while supplies last.

We will email the location and specific time to meet for sign-in two weeks before the event. This helps us communicate more effectively and limit last minute changes and communication difficulties.

Children 11-years-old and older are welcome to plant with their parent or guardian. Children 15-years-old and older can plant as adults.

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

Volunteer Partners Make a Difference!

Volunteering with the APS Clothing Bank is a powerful way to strengthen our school communities. We offer a variety of opportunities to get involved—whether you’re an individual, a student, or part of an organization, there are meaningful ways to contribute your time and talents.

From distributing clothing and organizing supplies to assisting with events, every volunteer helps ensure students have the resources they need to feel confident, engaged, and ready to learn. Together, we create welcoming schools where all students can thrive.

Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure the safety of students and the success of our program:

·         All volunteering must be scheduled in advance.

·         All volunteers at APS sites must have an APS-issued Volunteer Clearance and epending on your role, this may be a Supervised or Unsupervised Volunteer Clearance.

o    Clothing Bank Volunteers must have an Unsupervised Volunteer Clearance. 

o    Please note: the City of Albuquerque Volunteer Clearance cannot be used in APS schools. Clearances must be issued by APS.

Prescreening and a Clearance are Required Before You Begin Volunteering!  

Working race packet booths

Working t-shirt booth

General duties around ballroom

Breakdown banners and race barriers following race

Fill-up water and Gatorade cups

Hand-out drinks and food to runners as they come off the course

Pick-up trash around Civic Plaza

Assist registered runners pick-up race packets and race shirts.

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.

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.

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 ages 16 yrs+ 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.

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 ages 16 yrs+ 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.

Volunteer your time at our Vitalant Rio Rancho Donation Center greeting and welcoming arriving blood donors.

Get to know our staff and regular donors by being a smiling, welcoming face to our valued donors.  May also help serve refreshments to donors and keep an eye on their well-being after giving blood.

Flexible hours and schedule.  Can choose your own shifts on a weekly or monthly basis. Great opportunity to meet great people, give back and support blood donation.

Volunteer your time at our Vitalant Albuquerque Donation Center greeting and welcoming arriving blood donors.

Get to know our staff and regular donors by being a smiling, welcoming face to our valued donors.  May also help serve refreshments to donors and keep an eye on their well-being after giving blood.

Flexible hours and schedule.  Can choose your own shifts on a weekly or monthly basis. Great opportunity to meet great people, give back and support blood donation.

Youth in our community have an abundance of potential - they just need someone in their corner to help them realize it! There are hundreds of kids in New Mexico who are waiting for a mentor who will stand with them and help them ignite their potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters exists to create positive change in our community by matching youth with adult mentors to build powerful friendships. Volunteers tell us that being a mentor is one of the best experiences that they have ever had. It’s also not as time consuming as they thought it would be.

Our Mentor 2.0 program is tailored for working professionals ages 21+ who hold an associates degree or equivalent work experience (or higher). You will be matched with a high school student at South Valley Academy. Through weekly messages and once-per-month get togethers at the school, you'll help your mentee prepare for high school graduation and develop their college and career readiness.

In the Mentor 2.0 program;

Interview, training, and a background check will be required.

Please provide phone number and email address so we can confirm your interest. 

Youth in our community have an abundance of potential - they just need someone in their corner to help them realize it! There are hundreds of kids in New Mexico who are waiting for a mentor who will stand with them and help them ignite their potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters exists to create positive change in our community by matching youth with adult mentors to build powerful friendships. Volunteers tell us that being a mentor is one of the best experiences that they have ever had. It’s also not as time consuming as they thought it would be.

In the Community-Based program;

 Interview, training, and background check will be required.

Filling gallon bags with cat and dog food in preparation for the pet food pantry. May involve lifting and moving large bags of dog and cat food, sometimes over 40lbs. 

Please email awdvolunteer@cabq.gov before going to the West shelter facility for more instructions on where to find the gallon bags and food that needs to be bagged.

Help us assemble fresh veggie boxes for families with seniors & children in Albuquerque!

When: Tuesday October 21th 9am-11am

Where: Rail Yards Market- Flue Shop

What You'll Do: 

Pack fresh Produce into veggie boxes for weekly distribution

Support local families in need

Work alongside a great team in a fun, hands-on environment

You will get an email with more details about the volunteering opporitunity the Thursday before you have to volunteer. 

Help us pack up local produce and spread some love! We’re assembling veggie boxes filled with farm-fresh goodness for Albuquerque families with seniors and children and we’d love your help.

When: Sunday, October 19th
Time: 8am to 11am
Where: Rail Yards Market – Tender Repair Shop

Work alongside a fun, caring crew in a hands-on environment.

You’ll get an email with more details the Thursday before your volunteer shift. Just come ready to move, groove, and make a difference

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

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.

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 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 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. The background check will take up to 2 weeks to return.

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

We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to assist our kitchen staff in preparing and serving meals for our residents. Volunteers help with meal prep about an hour - 2 hours before serving, serve meals during scheduled times, and clean-up for about 30 minutes - 1 hour afterward.

Meal Service Times for Residents: Daily

Breakfast: 8:00 am – 9:00 am 

Lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Dinner: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

If you enjoy cooking, teamwork, and brightening someone’s day with a warm meal, we’d love to have you join us.

Flexible shifts – choose the days and meals that work best for you. Volunteers can work anywhere from 3-8 hour shifts. Feel free to write in the comment box what availability you have or in the volunteer application once it is sent to you. The volunteer manager will get back to you as soon as possible!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assist with preparing and cooking meals and snacks

2. Assist with serving meals (serve cafeteria style)

3. Cleans and sanitizes the equipment, dishes, and food service facility to meet city and state sanitation requirements.

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

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

6. Maintain the confidentiality of residents, employees and agency confidential information.

7. Follows standard operating procedures to ensure efficient food service operations.

8. Takes inventory and orders food and supplies, as directed.

9. Assist with unloading trucks and putting away food and other supplies.

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.

· Have the ability to read typescript.

· Speak and hear face to face.

· Speak and hear on a telephone.

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

· Frequently walk and/or climb stairs.

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

· Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.· The noise level in the work environment is moderate

ACCOUNTABILITY: This volunteer position will report directly to the kitchen manager and the volunteer manager. 

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.
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 - Once a week, Multiple days a week, Bi-weekly, etc!

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 

Hello One ABQ!

There are many people across the Gateway Network that lack access to consistent haircuts.

We would like to connect with talented barbers and stylists like you to empower our clients with a fresh fade, summer trim, and much needed professional haircare.

If you have experience in this field and would like to provide this uplifting service to people staying at our shelters, please register today!

Click 'Respond' to share your contact info with us.

We will coordinate days of service at each of our Gateway Centers.

Thank you!

Grab a book at the Taylor Ranch Public Library, put on your hiking shoes for a stroll around nearby Petroglyph National Monument, let your pups roam in the dog park, bring the kids to the playground, AND adopt Santa Fe Village Park to keep all these things clean and accessible! What more could you want from a volunteer opportunity!

Community organizations, businesses, and private citizens may adopt a park. The program is flexible enough to allow organizations, business or individuals to choose a location and level of commitment that works best for them, their family, or their staff. The best part—you can adopt a park in your neighborhood!

Contribute directly to the beautification of our City, starting with the area that matters most to you! Volunteering in City of Albuquerque parks is a great way to help our community shine!

Parks can be adopted collaboratively, or by a single family or organization. Families and organizations that adopt a park in-whole (with a minimum commitment of two years) will be recognized with the placement of a sign in the park to recognize and celebrate their contribution.

Parks are a place for everyone to enjoy, and the maintenance of our parks are a place for everyone to pitch in. Even if you don’t commit to adopt a park for two years, you can still sign up here to log the hours you spend doing your part to keep Albuquerque beautiful.

This program provides volunteers with excellent opportunities to gain valuable work experience, make a connection with the community, and meet new people. Plus, you can bring your family and pets to accompany you in your project.

Volunteering in City Parks

We offer plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you would like to collaborate with us for your project. We have all the tools—we just need your time and energy.

Volunteer tasks in parks include:

Adopt-a-Park

Community organizations, businesses, and private citizens may adopt a park. The program is flexible enough to allow organizations, business or individuals to choose a location and level of commitment that works best for them, their family, or their staff. The best part—you can adopt a park in your neighborhood!

Contribute directly to the beautification of our City, starting with the area that matters most to you! Volunteering in City of Albuquerque parks is a great way to help our community shine!

Parks can be adopted collaboratively, or by a single family or organization. Families and organizations that adopt a park in-whole (with a minimum commitment of two years) will be recognized with the placement of a sign in the park to recognize and celebrate their contribution.

Parks are a place for everyone to enjoy, and the maintenance of our parks are a place for everyone to pitch in. Even if you don’t commit to adopting a park for two years, you can still sign up here to log the hours you spend doing your part to keep Albuquerque beautiful.

This program provides volunteers with excellent opportunities to gain valuable work experience, make a connection with the community, and meet new people. Plus, you can bring your family and pets to accompany you in your project.

Volunteering in City Parks

We offer plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you would like to collaborate with us for your project. We have all the tools—we just need your time and energy.

Volunteer tasks in parks include:
• Trash pickup
• Weed removal
• Raking sandboxes
• Sweeping walkways/sidewalks
• Cleaning/weeding of flower beds
• Cleaning/wiping of playground equipment

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.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event. 

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event. 

Training is needed and will be scheduled closer to the event. Please check back or keep an eye in your emails for further communication.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event. 

Set up will happen the Friday before the official event.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event.

Vendor support volunteers are in charge of  assisting vendors and performers before the event. CPR training is required.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event.

Greeters are in charge of  guiding visitors through the facilities and more.

Join us for an all-ages, family-friendly, festival to celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month including live music, storytelling, poetry, nature-themed carnival performers, hands-on activities, and more!

A detailed description of responsibilities to be shared closer to the event.

Stage Management volunteers assist performers in whatever need they have for their time slot, guide them from their prep room to the stage, and more.

Community organizations, businesses, and private citizens may adopt a park. The program is flexible enough to allow organizations, business or individuals to choose a location and level of commitment that works best for them, their family, or their staff. The best part—you can adopt a park in your neighborhood!

Contribute directly to the beautification of our City, starting with the area that matters most to you! Volunteering in City of Albuquerque parks is a great way to help our community shine!

Parks can be adopted collaboratively, or by a single family or organization. Families and organizations that adopt a park in-whole (with a minimum commitment of two years) will be recognized with the placement of a sign in the park to recognize and celebrate their contribution.

Parks are a place for everyone to enjoy, and the maintenance of our parks are a place for everyone to pitch in. Even if you don’t commit to adopt a park for two years, you can still sign up here to log the hours you spend doing your part to keep Albuquerque beautiful.

This program provides volunteers with excellent opportunities to gain valuable work experience, make a connection with the community, and meet new people. Plus, you can bring your family and pets to accompany you in your project.

Volunteering in City Parks

We offer plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you would like to collaborate with us for your project. We have all the tools—we just need your time and energy.

Volunteer tasks in dog parks include:

Trash pickup
Weed removal
Sweeping walkways/sidewalks

North Domingo Baca Park is a hub for all sorts of community activities, with a dog park, a skate park, a playground, and a community center. Adopting North Domingo Baca Park would truly make a difference in the lives of the wide variety of people (and dogs!) who use this park every day!

North Domingo Baca Park is our city's most popular park, and we could sure use some volunteers to provide assistance at this park.

Community organizations, businesses, and private citizens may adopt a park. The program is flexible enough to allow organizations, business or individuals to choose a location and level of commitment that works best for them, their family, or their staff. The best part—you can adopt a park in your neighborhood!

Contribute directly to the beautification of our City, starting with the area that matters most to you! Volunteering in City of Albuquerque parks is a great way to help our community shine!

Parks can be adopted collaboratively, or by a single family or organization. Families and organizations that adopt a park in-whole (with a minimum commitment of two years) will be recognized with the placement of a sign in the park to recognize and celebrate their contribution.

Parks are a place for everyone to enjoy, and the maintenance of our parks are a place for everyone to pitch in. Even if you don’t commit to adopt a park for two years, you can still sign up here to log the hours you spend doing your part to keep Albuquerque beautiful.

This program provides volunteers with excellent opportunities to gain valuable work experience, make a connection with the community, and meet new people. Plus, you can bring your family and pets to accompany you in your project.

Volunteering in City Parks

We offer plenty of rewarding volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, if you would like to collaborate with us for your project. We have all the tools—we just need your time and energy.

Volunteer tasks in parks include:

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.

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.

Program Overview - What is Read to the Dogs?
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.
Why dogs?
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.
How can I participate in this program with my dog?
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:
Southwest Canine Corps
Alliance of Therapy Dogs
Warm Hearts Network
High Desert Therapy Dogs
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.
Thank you for considering the Library and Read to the Dogs for your volunteer service!

Pop culture event filled with vendors, artists, celebrity guests, panels, parties and more. Come help us behind the scenes and see what it takes to make these events a huge success for attendees. October 24th-26th at Buffalo Thunder Resort

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. 

Help us deliver care and connection to pets and people in need. Each Friday morning, Vets for Pets teams up with volunteers to provide dog and cat food, water, and basic pet supplies to low-income and unhoused pet owners in the International District.

We meet at 500 Wisconsin Street NE at 8:00 AM to load supplies, then transport them to the International District Library (7601 Central Avenue NE) for distribution from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Volunteers wrap up by 11:00 AM.

Join us in serving some of the most vulnerable pets in our communities! If you are a DVM and are interested in administering vaccinations & microchips, please register under this opportunity. Our team will follow up with you to share more specific details via e-mail as we get closer to the event. Please contact us if you have any questions! 

*Please register under this opportunity only if you are a DVM licensed to practice in NM. If you're interested in volunteering in a non-professional capacity, please check out our other opportunity for this date.

Join us in serving some of the most vulnerable pets in our communities! If you are a Vet Tech and are interested in helping to administer vaccinations & microchips, please register under this opportunity. Our team will follow up with you to share more specific details via e-mail as we get closer to the event. Please contact us if you have any questions! 

*Please register under this opportunity only if you are a Vet Tech or Vet Tech Student. If you're interested in volunteering in a non-professional capacity, please check out our other opportunity for this date.

Overview: AI Living Lab is looking for compassionate, curious volunteers to assist with the care and education of our resident reptiles, including turtles, lizards, and other species. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn basic animal husbandry, support science education, and be part of a calm, nurturing environment where all living things are respected.

Responsibilities: Help feed and care for reptiles under supervision Clean and maintain reptile habitats using safe, approved procedures Observe and report on animal behavior and health Support reptile handling activities during educational programs Greet and inform visitors during tours and open houses Assist with exhibit upkeep and enrichment projects Follow all safety and cleanliness protocols

Requirements: Must be age 14 or older Comfortable being around reptiles and working in close contact with them Able to follow instructions and attend one training session Friendly, reliable, and interested in animals, nature, or education Volunteers under 18 must have parent/guardian permission

Schedule: Flexible weekday and weekend shifts

Benefits: Learn basic reptile care and animal handling.  Great for students interested in biology, veterinary care, or education.   Be part of a mission-driven organization combining nature and technology.

Our Volunteer Crisis Advocates are very important here at the Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico (RCC).  As a volunteer, your most important job will be staffing/covering the 24/7 Crisis Hotline. All volunteer opportunities include but are not limited to:

RCC requires a 40-hour training that will provide you with the Advocacy training as well as a Certificate from the NACP (National Advocate Credentialing Program).   We provide this excellent training free of charge to Volunteer Advocates. 

Foundation member

We'd love to for you to join ABQ RIDE, helping us help our community!

Ambassadors help riders feel confident navigating the ABQ RIDE transit system with schedule, timing and directional information while promoting safety and good customer service. They serve as a welcoming presence on buses and at transit centers, and their support will improve efficiency, reduce confusion, and foster a sense of community among passengers. Whether helping with route information, directional assistance, or offering a friendly smile, ABQ RIDE Ambassadors make public transit more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Ambassadors must be confident in their duties and environment. For this purpose, we have designed a comprehensive training to help you will the appropriate skills that will help you deal with any situation that may arise. Initially we will be conducting in-person training at the David Rusk facility on Yale at St. Cyr. With 6 different modules, training will take 2 days of 4 hours each for completion. When you are qualified to respond to this opportunity, you will get access to more detailed information and scheduling availability for the training. Initial spots for the program launch are limited. If you don't receive training information soon, you will in the near future. Thanks in advance for your patience and understanding.

The qualifications needed at this moment are listed at the bottom. If you haven't requested a background check yet, you will be prompted to complete it when you click on RESPOND at the top of this page. A pop-up window will appear that looks like this:

Make sure to click on the 3rd party link, submit all fields required with your legal name, and then return to this website to click on radio button and click submit qualifications from that window or at the bottom of the list on the QUALIFICATIONS section of your profile. Use your legal name on both your background check and the oneABQvolunteer website. If it's not matching, current and correct, please go back and change your username. By doing this you can help us identify and associate your background check when the results come back. It can take 7-15 business days. The other forms that require your signature are approved immediately.

This opportunity is open for adults only.

If you have any questions about the program, or need assistance with the signup process, please contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator Dwayne Baker, at the Transit Department, ABQ RIDE: dbaker@cabq.gov

For questions and troubleshooting your account, qualifications, or any issue related to the use of this website, please email us at oneabqvolunteers@cabq.gov

The Barrett Foundation is looking for a volunteer group to assist our housing clients with moving in and out of their homes. This hands-on opportunity is a meaningful way to support individuals and families as they transition into stable housing. If your group is interested in getting involved, please contact Rachelle at 505-246-9244 ext. 108 or rsrader@barrettfoundation.org. This is an ongoing volunteer opportunity, and your help can make a real difference. Thank you for considering!

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!

You'd provide compassionate presence and caregiving support to those in their last days to weeks of life.

New Mexico Veterans Foundation Board Members meeting use this opportunity to register their hours for the Foundation.

This will be used for quarterly funding.

Front Desk Volunteer

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen at ABQ CiQlovía!

CiQlovía wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers — about 40–50 awesome people like you help bring the streets to life each year! Want to make new friends, explore your city car-free, and be part of something unforgettable? Join us for CiQlovía 2025!

Route Rabbits = CiQlovía’s Eyes and Ears!

If you’ve got energy to spare and love being on the move, this is the role for you! Route Rabbits help us keep the event running smoothly by walking or biking the route, checking in on activity zones, and supporting participants along the way.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Monitor a 1/3 or 1/2 of the route for safety and accessibility

• Check in with volunteers and report any needs or issues

• Help answer questions from participants and give directions • Be a friendly presence and keep the good vibes going

Wait, What’s CiQlovía?

CiQlovía is ABQ’s twist on the global ciclovía movement—where streets are closed to cars and opened to people! That means biking, walking, dancing, shopping, live music, community vibes, and more.

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen at ABQ CiQlovía!

CiQlovía wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers — about 40–50 awesome people like you help bring the streets to life each year! Want to make new friends, explore your city car-free, and be part of something unforgettable? Join us for CiQlovía 2025!

Event Set-Up Volunteers = CiQlovía Kickstarters!
If you’re an early riser who loves to make things happen, this role is for you! As an Event Set-Up Volunteer, you’ll help bring CiQlovía to life before the streets fill with music, bikes, and community magic.

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Set up wayfinding signs and banners along the route
• Help pop up canopies and prep activity zones
• Place tables, chairs, and supplies at key hubs
• Do a quick sweep to make sure the route is clean and ready to roll

Wait, What’s CiQlovía?

CiQlovía is ABQ’s twist on the global ciclovía movement—where streets are closed to cars and opened to people! That means biking, walking, dancing, shopping, live music, community vibes, and more.

Volunteers Make the Magic Happen at ABQ CiQlovía!
CiQlovía wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers — about 40–50 awesome people like you help bring the streets to life each year! Want to make new friends, explore your city car-free, and be part of something unforgettable? Join us for CiQlovía 2025!

Welcome Booth Volunteers = The Face of CiQlovía!
Love talking to people and spreading good vibes? Then the Welcome Booth is your jam! As a Welcome Booth Volunteer, you’ll help kick off the CiQlovía experience for visitors with smiles, info, and maybe a few high-fives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Wait, What’s CiQlovía?
CiQlovía is ABQ’s twist on the global ciclovía movement—where streets are closed to cars and opened to people! That means biking, walking, dancing, shopping, live music, community vibes, and more.

Front Desk Volunteer

A CASA is a court appointed, trained and committed adult who ensures that each child’s individual needs remain a priority in an over-burdened child welfare system. They get to know the child while also gathering information from the child’s family, teachers, doctors, caregivers and anyone else involved in the child’s life in order to make independent and informed recommendations to help the judge decide what’s best for the child. 
If you are looking for a meaningful and enriching volunteer opportunity in Bernalillo County and want to do something about child abuse, becoming a CASA is right for you.

A general interest in the Nevaeh Hospice volunteer program. Please respond to this opportunity if you are interested in volunteering. 

Little tasks make a huge impact such as reading, praying, coloring, painting, games, hand massages or just talking. If you have a gift of music, drawing, painting, etc., Please Volunteer! Music brings such joy!

Thank you to all who consider this very impactful gift.

***We are looking for adults 18 and older, must be able to pass a background check. Our patients and facilities are open to volunteer hours 7 days a week preferably around meal times and no later than 5:30 as most go to bed right after dinner. Volunteer days and hours are up to each individual as long as all parties agree on days and times.***

Do you love museums?

Volunteer at the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History!

We offer a variety of roles that enhance public education and support departments within the museum. One opportunity involves interacting with visitors through our Atomic Age Adventures cart program, fostering engaging discussions on history and science. Additionally, positions are available in community engagement, special events, curatorial work, and exhibits.

Each day at the museum promises to be unique and enjoyable! Get more information today.

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.