Every year, volunteers provide fresh, health food to Baltimore communities, transform vacant lots into thriving green spaces, support families, youth, and older adults, strengthen neighborhoods block by block. When you volunteer with Civic Works, you’re not just giving your time, you’re becoming part of lasting change. We have many volunteer opportunities; once you find one, you can submit an application:  Register to Volunteer; or email: volunteer@civiworks.com. Our volunteer Coordinator will connect with you to schedule your experience. Some volunteer opportunities include: Outdoor Community Projects Food and Farm Mock interviews Ricky Myers Day of Service Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Volunteering with Downtown Partnership is a great way to give back to Baltimore, Whether it’s assisting with greening and beautification efforts throughout the neighborhood, or helping us make our events and activations the best they can be. Some of the types of volunteer opportunities include: Beautification – Landscaping, planting and clean up opportunities around Downtown Baltimore. Events and Activations – Volunteer at some of Downtown’s coolest events including Spring Break Skate, the Charles Street Promenade and more. Assist with set-up efforts, registration, wayfinding and beyond. Arts and Culture – Arts and Culture volunteering opportunities offer a chance to engage in and out of Baltimore’s arts districts. Help us paint murals, or serve as a tour guide during the popular Bromo Art Walk event. Professional Development – Join us in organizing seamless B2B events and become a part of Downtown Baltimore’s most significant professional networking gatherings of the year. Hours and times may vary depending on the event.

The Walters Art Museum relies on the dedication and commitment of volunteers who support the mission of the museum. The museum is looking for dynamic and engaging individuals to join our team of passionate volunteers. Several types of volunteer opportunities are available. Welcome – You’ll welcome visitors to the museum and serves as a supportive resource throughout their visit. Explore – In this role you’ll activate a Discovery Station that connects PreK-12 students with art making techniques, cultural themes, and materials. Host – You’ll spart curiosity and fun in the galleries through different modes of conversation and facilitation. Evaluate – You’ll encourage visitors to share their feedback and comments. Represent – You’ll support off-site community engagement events and share what the Walters has to offer with the broader Baltimore community. Create – You’ll support on-site artmaking programs and events. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, pass a background check, and commit to 6 months of service with a minimum of 4 volunteers hours per month.

The Maryland Food Bank welcomes individuals and groups and to come volunteer with them. If you are signing up as an individual, please sign up at: https://mdfoodbank.rosterfy.com/login. All group inquiries can be directed to volunteer@mdfoodbank.org. Maryland Food Bank is able to host groups large than 30 volunteers, but for such reservations, please reach out to the Senior Manager of Volunteer Programs. Physical requirements vary by activity, so check the shift descriptions. At a minimum, volunteers must be able to stand for up to the 2.5 hours and lift up to 35 pounds. To find out more aabout what yu can expect when volunteering with the Maryland Food Bank, please review our Volunteer Bill of Rights at: https://mdfoodbank.rosterfy.com/login.

Live Baltimore is looking for volunteers to: Assist staff at Live Baltimore in-person events such as our Trolley Tours held three times a year, or our annual fundraiser event, “Baltimore’s Birthday Bash.” Become a Neighborhood Ambassador and share your view of your city neighborhood as a virtual volunteer, answering questions from prospective residents via email. Host gatherings for ambassadors or donors. Promote Live Baltimore events and resources to your colleagues and friends. If you are interested or would like to learn more, please send an email to: auni@livebaltimore.com.

At MDVLA (Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts), they lawyer differently. MDVLA knows the legal side of the art world can feel confusing. Artists are expected to give a lot. They are part of the economy and culture, but often lack resources and support to properly build a business. MDVLA makes legal support accessible, affordable and solution-focused. With MDVLA, artists have the tools to advocate for themselves, protect their work, and build a thriving creative business. MDVLA also has legal internships for currently enrolled law students. Volunteer Opportunities include: Apply to be a volunteer lawyer, apply to be a Pro Bono Patent Lawyer volunteer, or apply as a non-attorney volunteer. Volunteer Opportunities. For more information, call 410-752-1633 MDVLA operates on a 4-day work week with varied staff schedules.

The Pigtown Food for Thought gardens is getting a new fence at the Ostend Street garden (1172 Carroll Street) and the community need your help. On Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9:30am – ??? volunteers will be needed to help build a new fence and clean up Pigtown. Union Church and National Lumber are donating their time, talent and materials to help rebuild the damaged fence. Please bring tools, if you have them, (wood fence construction) and gloves. There will be coffee and treats, and gloves/tools to share. There will also be volunteers and neighbors working across the neighborhood to clean up dirty lots and pick up trash. There will be sign-up and food available at The Pig (corner of Washington Blvd and Amity St.) Supplies will also be available at The Pig. For more information on the events of the day and to get involved, please contact Jeff Hutchinson at ibelieve7715@gmail.com or 443-417-7695.

The Southwest Partnership is having a “Southwest Summer Jam” on Saturday, July 25th, from 11:00am – 3:00pm. Volunteers are needed; help make the Southwest Summer Jam amazing! The event will be held at the Poppleton Recreation Center, 1049 west Saratoga Street. If you are interested, please complete the Volunteer Registration. Help make the “Southwest Summer Jam” amazing!