Volunteer with The Salvation Army
Explore Opportunities. Schedule a Shift. Own Your Experience.
Whether you have one hour to give or want to build a lifetime of service, finding your place on our team has never been easier. We provide a streamlined, volunteer-centric platform designed to make your service as simple as possible. Our intuitive search tools and personalized dashboard put you in the driver’s seat of your volunteer experience.
Tip: Once you enter the portal, simply search by ZIP Code to instantly see available opportunities near you.
Explore Your Passion
The Salvation Army serves the community in diverse ways. Choose a category below to see how your unique skills can help.
Families & Youth
Youth + Family Programs
Holiday + Seasonal Engagement
Senior Services
Crisis & Recovery
Disaster + Emergency Response
Recovery + Rehabilitation
Housing + Shelter
Specialized Service
Community Support
Behind the Scenes
Professional Impact
A Smarter Way to Serve
Our platform is built to respect your time and simplify your journey. Enjoy a modern interface that offers:
- Precision Filtering: Customize your search by ZIP code, specific days of the week, or time of day (Morning, Afternoon, or Evening).
- Personalized Experience: Your volunteer profile automatically saves your preferences and prioritizes opportunities within 50 miles of home, ensuring you stay connected to your local community. Adjust the radius to see opportunities within 5 to 100 miles of home.
- Group Coordination: Real-time Capacity tracking allows you to see exactly how many spots are available for your group or family.
- Total Flexibility: Manage your own schedule. Register for, change, or cancel your shifts directly through your profile—no phone calls or emails required.
- On-Demand Records: Instantly track your hours and download official service certificates for school, work, or legal requirements.
Specialized Paths to Service
Whether you are serving with a professional team or fulfilling specific requirements, our platform is designed to accommodate your unique needs.
- Corporate & Employee Engagement: Build team culture while giving back to your community. To begin planning a custom service activity for your organization, visit our Corporate Engagement Page to learn more and submit an inquiry to our team.
- Court-Mandated Service: We provide a transparent way to fulfill and document required service hours. All court-mandated volunteers must follow a specific registration process and complete required documentation. Visit our Court-Mandated Service Page for the step-by-step guide and necessary forms to begin.
- Skilled & Professional Support: Put your career experience to work. From marketing and IT to legal and administrative support, filter to Professional + Skilled Services to find high-impact roles that match your specific expertise.
- Community Groups: Bringing a club, church group, or a circle of friends? Use the Capacity filter on our portal to instantly see opportunities with enough open spots for your entire crew.
Ready to make a difference?
Join the thousands of volunteers who support our mission every day.