Volunteer Opportunities

AGENCY APPLICATION to post OPPORTUNTIES

Students, looking to start your community involvement hours? Below is a list of organizations in the Durham Region that may have volunteer opportunities available. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list, and there are many other opportunities in your local area.

Important Information:

  • Families and students are responsible for reaching out to these organizations directly to inquire about available volunteer positions.

  • The Durham District School Board (DDSB) does not endorse any of these agencies.

  • This webpage is updated semi-annually and may not reflect the most up-to-date opportunities.

  • For more local volunteer opportunities, visit your school's Guidance Office.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada

Big Brothers Big Sisters South-West Durham Region

2-157C Harwood Ave North, Ste. 414, L1Z 0B6

Ajax, Ontario

905-831-3777

 

Big Brothers Big Sisters North Durham Region

15585 Simcoe St N (Scout Hall), P.O. Box 961, L9L 1A8

Port Perry, Ontario

905-985-3733

 
Boys and Girls Club of Durham

Boys and Girls Club of Durham

 

Feed the Need Durham

For over a decade, Feed the Need Durham (FTND) has remained at the forefront of Durham Region’s response to food insecurity. Working in partnership with 65 hunger relief programs, hundreds of volunteers, and thousands of community supporters, Feed the Need in Durham distributes 2 million pounds of food each year. With your help, Feed the Need in Durham can provide nutritious meals to thousands of individuals who are experiencing food insecurity.

371A Marwood Drive Oshawa, ON L1H 7P8

info@ftnd.ca

905-571-FTND (3863)

Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 4:30PM. 

Humane Society of Durham Region

Humane Society Of Durham Region

1505 Wentworth Street

Whitby, ON L1N 0H9

Phone: 905-665-7430

Just Serve

Find volunteer opportunities in your area.

https://www.justserve.org

Ontario Shores

Ontario Shores

Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Pickering Public Library

Pickering Public Library

One the Esplanade

PO Box 368

Pickering, Ontario

L1V 2R6

905.831.6265

United Way Durham Region

United Way Durham Region

Contact:  volunteerdurham@unitedwaydr.com

Volunteer Durham 

Volunteer Durham is committed to provide a database that is accurate, current and comprehensive.

Phone: 905-434-4636, 905-436-7377

Toll Free: 1-866-463-6910

informationdurham@unitedwaydr.com

Disclaimer: The Durham District School Board (DDSB) aims to provide an accurate and current database of volunteer opportunities. However, DDSB cannot assume liability for any errors or omissions. The inclusion or omission of a program or service does not reflect its quality. For concerns or to report inaccuracies, please contact Volunteeropportunities@ddsb.ca.

For additional opportunities, visit your school's Guidance Office or check with local community centres, non-profits, and charities in your area or visit these websites for more, Volunteer Durham and Youth Opportunities Ontario.

Happy Volunteering!