Volunteering with a Twist
6 Unique Opportunities You’ll Love
Celebrate Spring by giving back in ways that break the mold! Atlanta is home to thousands of nonprofits, but
these seven take volunteering to the next level—blending innovation, impact and fun. From unexpected experiences to hands-on opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Dive in and discover a whole new way to make a difference!
Catalyst Sports
Give people with physical disabilities support and access to the life-changing impact of adventure. Catalyst Sports believes in the mental, physical and emotional benefits of adventure sports and strives every day to make activities like climbing, kayaking, cycling and hiking accessible for everyone. They do so by offering adaptive climbing clinics, partnering with local gyms to expand their adaptive climbing programs and hosting inclusive events across Atlanta.
How You Can Help:
• Get geared up. Engage individuals with disabilities in rock climbing, kayaking, cycling and mountain biking.
• Support adaptive climbing events. Serve as a belayer or act as support staff for climbing clinics.
• Get grounded. Help behind the scenes by volunteering with fundraising, administrative work or event coordination.
No experience? No problem! Training is provided. Jump in and make adventure possible for everyone.
Atlanta Beltline Partnership
Contribute to a more connected, equitable and inclusive Atlanta by pitching in with the Atlanta Beltline Partnership. More than just trails, the Beltline is a citywide movement creating parks, expanding transit and strengthening communities. From fitness classes and public art to affordable housing and urban revitalization, they’re bringing new energy to every corner of the city—making Atlanta a better place to live, work and explore.
How You Can Help:
• Lead a bike tour. Guide small groups (20 or fewer) on a two-wheel journey through the Eastside or Westside trails, showcasing the Beltline’s beauty and impact.
• Support public art and beautification. Help bring creativity and care to the Beltline by painting murals, refreshing worn-down spaces or clearing litter to keep the trails vibrant.
• Host a health or wellness event. Share your skills—whether it’s yoga, meditation or fitness—to foster wellness and community along the Beltline.
From empowerment workshops to joining the Beltline Advisory board there are so many ways to make your mark!
Alenza Wellness Community Outreach
Join Alenza Wellness Community Outreach in making health and wellness accessible to all. Through fitness programs, mental health initiatives, therapy sessions and educational workshops, Alenza Wellness Community Outreach provides under-resourced families with the support they need to thrive—ensuring everyone has access to the care they deserve.
How You Can Help:
• Support game day operations. Assist with concessions and customer service at Georgia State Panthers, Atlanta United or Atlanta Braves games, where proceeds from each sale will go back to Alenza.
• Lend a hand behind the scenes. Organize workshops, provide administrative support, or assist with event logistics.
In each opportunity and beyond, volunteers have the chance to share Alenza’s mission and spread the word about mental health resources available in the community.
alenzawellnesscommunityoutreach.org
Dad’s Garage Theatre Company
Aid Dad’s Garage in transforming people, communities and perspectives through laughter. Dad’s Garage Theatre Company is a nonprofit improv theatre that offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for theatre and art lovers to make a meaningful impact. Through live performances, improv classes, and community outreach, they bring humor and creativity to audiences while fostering artistic growth and connection.
How You Can Help:
• Provide front-of-house support. Work as an usher, assist with ticketing and help create a welcoming experience for audiences.
• Support youth workshops. Help teach and inspire the next generation of improvisers and theatre lovers.
• Lend your expertise backstage. Assist the production team with sets, props, or technical support to bring performances to life.
The best part is volunteers earn credits toward improv classes, gift certificates, merchandise and drink deals. Not to mention: you get to attend shows for free!
PAWS Atlanta
Get involved with PAWS Atlanta’s compassionate community. PAWS believes when people help pets, pets can help people. PAWS Atlanta offers pet adoption and foster services, vaccine clinics, discount health preventatives, pet food banks and education. With a no-kill philosophy, PAWS creates a space where animals can truly thrive, including a free roaming cat cottage, small and large dog areas, isolation areas for sick pets and a 3.5-acre walking trail and off-leash area.
How You Can Help:
Join “Dates with Dogs.” Get matched with a shelter dog and spend a fun-filled day giving them a break from the shelter while enjoying quality time together.
• Care for shelter pets. Assist with feeding, cleaning and providing love and attention to animals in need.
• Support adoption and enrichment programs. Help at adoption events, engage pets in enrichment activities and ensure they are socialized and happy.
Pet parents need help too! Help with food drives to provide foster families with food needed to house shelter pets in need.
Trees Atlanta
Atlanta is known as “the city in the trees” for a good reason! Protect and improve Atlanta’s urban forest through tree planting, conservation and education with Trees Atlanta. Trees Atlanta plants and maintains thousands of trees annually, removes invasive species to preserve native habitats and educates the community through workshops, youth programs and neighborhood initiatives to create a healthier, greener future for generations to come.
How You Can Help:
• Plant and protect trees. Join tree planting efforts, help maintain Atlanta’s urban forest and support conservation initiatives.
• Get your hands dirty. Assist with potting, weeding, mulching and habitat restoration to keep green spaces thriving.
• Lead and educate. Support environmental education by leading workshops and engaging the community in sustainability efforts.
Every contribution helps keep Atlanta’s tree canopy strong and healthy.
Maximizing Your Community Impact
• Make It Personal: Choose causes close to your heart for a more meaningful experience.
• Leverage Your Skills: Use your unique expertise to make a difference.
• Encourage Others: Double the fun and impact with a friend by
your side.
• Tell Their Story: Share your experience on social media to
inspire others.
Take the leap and try something new. With these unique opportunities, giving back has never been more fun!
