Polar Bear Plunge

Every year, the Alpharetta Rotary Foundation encourages locals to start “freezin’ for a reason” at their fun, annual Polar Bear Plunge. On Feb. 1, join dozens of Alpharetta locals as they plunge into the ice cold water, all in the name of helping the community. Just choose the cause you most want to support and […]

Angels Among Us Pet Rescue

Angels Among Us Pet Rescue

Angels Among Us Pet Rescue is an organization focused on saving unwanted, abandoned, abused and stray animals across Georgia with the generosity of donors, fosters and volunteers. Help out by fostering an animal, transporting furry friends from the shelter to an intake vet, working an adoption or fundraising event or using your creative talents for […]

ShamRockin’ For a Cure

On Mar. 15, don your best green apparel and join in on Alpharetta’s favorite St. Paddy’s Day party: ShamRockin’ For a Cure! With all proceeds benefitting the Cystis Fibrosis Foundation, guests will enjoy live entertainment, an open bar, live and silent auctions and food tastings from some of the best restaurants in the Alpharetta area. […]

Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program

Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program

The City of Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program needs volunteers to spread mulch, weed, prune, plant and harvest fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs. By fostering community connections through growing food and nature-based education, they promote sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. Perks include an organic vegetable farm, free seeds, educational classes and workshops, partnerships and a vibrant […]

Drawchange

Drawchange

Drawchange offers art therapy programs for children facing homelessness or unstable living situations, so that they have an outlet to express themselves and their experiences in a creative way. Sign up to get involved in-person or virtually by joining them during visits to homeless shelters or offering donations to fund their art camps and scholarships. […]

The West End Library

The West End Library

The West End Library lives in the heart of rich Black history, culture and arts. Through the Friends of the Library organization, you can volunteer at the West End Branch by alphabetizing, shelving, stocking and returning books. They’re also always looking for people with specializations to help lead advocacy programs and cultural activities to support […]

Pets for Life

Pets for Life

All furry friends should be created equal! That’s why LifeLine Animal Project’s Pets for Life (PFL) program strives to keep people and their pets together no matter what, offering free pet food, vet care and supplies to areas where pet services are harder to come by. Lend hands-on help with their Dog for a Day […]

Giving Kitchen

Giving Kitchen

Giving Kitchen fosters a community where crisis is met with compassion. Whether it’s illness, injury or the death of a loved one, they offer resources to people in the food service industry during those hard seasons. Check out their ongoing list of fun events including Team Hidi 2025 in March, an evening of culinary creations […]

Hands On Atlanta

hands on atlanta

Roll up your sleeves with Hands On Atlanta, a nonprofit connecting local volunteers with service opportunities that address pressing community needs around Atlanta. Through partnerships with over 150 organizations, they provide ways for individuals and groups to give back, including their MLK Days of Service in January. Sign up by yourself or with your corporate […]

Holiday Lights of Hope

Holiday Lights of Hope

Holiday Lights of Hope is the largest annual fundraising event benefiting the Anna Crawford Children’s Center, a nonprofit that helps Cherokee County children and families impacted by abuse, violence and trauma. Held Nov. 29 through Dec. 30, this event boasts over 2.5 million lights, interactive displays, vendors, photos with Santa, concessions and live entertainment from […]