Clubs &
Volunteer Opportunities
There is a plethora of clubs and organizations in Pittsburgh that you
can join and volunteer with in order to build your personal and professional
skills or meet new people.
- American Red Cross Helps people prevent, prepare for,
and respond to emergencies. Volunteers represent 98% of the Red Cross's
total work force. Call for training. (412-263-3100)
- American Cancer Society Volunteers for clerical work,
patient care, fund-raising, data entry, community education programs,
and market research. (888-227-5445)
- American Civil Liberties Union — (412-681-7736)
- Animal Friends Volunteers needed in all areas at this
animal shelter. (412-847-7038)
- Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Greater Pgh Commit
time on a regular basis to mentor children. Applicants are screened
thoroughly and are provided with consistent support. (412-621-6100)
- Children's Museum of Pittsburgh - We offer a variety
of ways in which you can volunteer your time; from assisting in our
exhibit spaces to helping with special events to community outreach.
(412-322-5058)
- Center for Creative Play — Volunteers needed to play
with children. (412-371-1668)
- Goodwill Industries Helps people with employment barriers
find meaningful work. Volunteer in traditional or creative ways. (412-481-9005)
- Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Volunteers needed
to help sort, inspect & box food donations. (412-412-460-3663)
- Greater Pittsburgh League of Women Voters A nonpartisan
political organization that encourages citizens to understand the issues
& vote. (412-261-4284)
- Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council They are seeking
tutors for people who need basic literary skills. (412-661-7323)
- Habitat for Humanity Volunteers needed to build decent,
affordable housing for families in need. (412-466-6710)
- Humane Society — North Side (412-321-4625)
- Pittsburgh Action Against Rape Women aged 18+ needed
to work with this rape counseling center. 40 hours of training (held
in September) necessary before volunteer work begins. (412-431-5665)
- Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force Recruiting volunteers as
regular and phone buddies to provide support. (412-242-2500)
- Pittsburgh Cares Offers various volunteer opportunities
for area non-profits, health organizations, community and social groups
and more. (412-471-2114)
- Pittsburgh Council for International Visitors Introduces
international visitors to Pittsburgh and needs many volunteers in order
to give each visitor the opportunity to explore the characteristics
of our city as widely and deeply as his/her time and interests permit.
(412-392-4513)
- Salvation Army From ringing the bell at kettles during
the Christmas season to working with young people. (412-394-4800)
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul / Food Pantry Seeking
volunteers to help at the food pantry. Help is needed in unloading deliveries,
sorting food, & assisting in food distribution. (412-321-1071)
WQED
4802 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (1-800-876-1316)
- Join WQED Pittsburgh with an annual membership of $40; receive a 1 year subscription to PITTSBURGH magazine and the WQED Member Card for discounts at 450 businesses by calling 412-622-1370. There are numerous volunteer opportunities such as assisting with on-air fundraising, events, mailings, etc. Sign-up today. www.wqed.org / email
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