A few weeks ago we took a poll and asked what you wanted to see more of on Baton Rouge Family Fun; we received an overwhelming response for information on ways to give back to the community with family-friendly Baton Rouge volunteer opportunities.

“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”― Martin Luther King Jr.

Baton Rouge Family Fun was born from a shared aspiration to positively impact our city. Every month, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on inspiring ways to do good and contribute to our community through volunteer work or donations to local organizations. You can easily access this feature from our website’s menu, and we’ll keep it fresh with new volunteering and giving opportunities.

If you’re aware of any pressing needs or local 501(c) nonprofit organizations that deserve a spot on our growing list, please don’t hesitate to email us.

Families can lend their time and talents to those in need year-round. It’s a powerful way to instill the values of community service in our children and demonstrate that together, we can achieve more than any one of us can on our own.

But that’s not all! We’ll also organize ‘Baton Rouge Families Give Back’ events, where local families can unite and volunteer for causes that directly impact our community.

Together, we can work towards making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most. Our collective efforts will contribute to a stronger, healthier Baton Rouge for everyone!

Baton Rouge Volunteer Opportunities

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Alex’s Lemonade Stand

Phone: 610.649.3034
Contact Person: Kathy Muscarella
Email: K.Muscarella@AlexsLemonade.org
Website: http://www.alexslemonade.org
Volunteer opportunity: A number of volunteer opportunities. Office volunteers must be at least 13 years of age, with written consent for anyone under the age of 18. Volunteers under the age of 16 may volunteer for stand request events; however, an adult must accompany them. Special event volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 may volunteer at some special events; however, an adult must accompany them.

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American Red Cross

Phone: (225) 456-5555
Contact Person: Barbara Bourgeois
Email:
Website: http://www.redcross.org
Volunteer opportunity: Volunteers are a part of everything we do; there’s a volunteer opportunity for everyone. 13 and up.

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Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

Phone: (225) 359-9940
Contact Person: Victoria Faulkner, Volunteer Relations Manager
Email: volunteers@brfoodbank.org
Website: http://www.brfoodbank.org
Volunteer opportunity: There are many ways to give to the Food Bank, whether it be in the form of funds, food or time. Check out the rest of our site for details. Click on the dollar sign to learn more about donating funds, the apple to learn more about donating food and the clock to learn more about volunteering. 13 and up in warehouse. Collections any age.

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Big Buddy Program

Phone: 388-9737
Contact Person: Laurie Hardison
Email:: events@bigbuddyprogram.org
Website: http://bigbuddyprogram.net
Volunteer opportunity: Be a mentor. The single most effective way to impact a child’s life is through a meaningful relationship that builds self-esteem and supports their overall growth and development.

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BREC

Phone: 272-9200 ext.1332
Contact Person: Ciara Lindon
Email: volunteer@brec.org
Website: http://www.brec.org/volunteer
Volunteer opportunity: BREC needs volunteers to fulfill our mission of providing parks and recreational opportunities for all of the residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. With a range of facilities and programs, BREC has a volunteer opportunity for everyone. Great family volunteer project.

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Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS)

Phone: (225)752-5801
Email: caawsmail@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.caaws.org/
Volunteer opportunity: Helps abandoned and homeless animals find new, permanent homes. Provides pet therapy visits to nursing homes, psychiatric facilities, children’s homes and other institutions. Visits local schools, libraries, and daycare facilities with educational presentations regarding responsible pet ownership and spaying and neutering.

Capital Area United Way

Phone: (225) 383-2643
Fax: (225) 383-9922
Email: info@CAUW.org
Website: http://www.cauw.org/
Volunteer opportunity: VBR refers Baton Rouge area volunteers to local nonprofit organizations for inspiring community service opportunities.

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Dreams Come True

Phone: (225) 346-4311
Contact Person: Teresa Kalivoda
Email: teresakalivoda@aol.com
Website: http://www.dreamscometrue.org/
Volunteer opportunity: Volunteers involved in making “dreams come true” for children with life-threatening illnesses. Different committees carry out visiting the child and making financial arrangements.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge

Phone: (225) 927-6651
Fax: (225) 927-6347
Email: info@habitatbr.org
Website: http://www.habitatbr.org/volunteer
Volunteer opportunity: Volunteers build homes for low-income families who meet income guidelines. 13 and up

Volunteers of America

Phone: (225) 387-0061
Fax: (225) 381-7963
Website: http://www.voa-br.org
Volunteer Opportunities: VOA offers many opportunities for committed volunteers.  Check Community Information Database for a complete list of programs. Great for families.