13 volunteer opportunities in the Rocket City

When we think of the new year, we start thinking about the ways in which we can give back to the community.

We’ve compiled a list of 12 options for opportunities to volunteer your time, gift + effort.

Food drives, soup kitchens + community outreach

Manna House

• What: A food distribution program focused on improving the quality of life for individuals experiencing food insecurity
• Where: 2110 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Website | Facebook

Rose of Sharon Soup Kitchen

• What: A faith-based soup kitchen providing hot meals, showers + a safe space for those in need
• Where: 723 Arcadia Cir NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Food Bank of North Alabama

• What: Food bank that moved over 15 million pounds of food in 2024
• Where: 225 Finney Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35824
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

United Way of Madison County

• What: Volunteer organization which provides + mobilizes volunteers toward causes they can feel good about
• Check out some tips for charitable giving from United Way here!
• Where:
  • Huntsville: 701 Andrew Jackson Way NE, Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Athens: 419 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Creative + arts

Huntsville Botanical Garden

• What: Garden upkeep, Galaxy of Lights + museum curation roles available
• Where: 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Huntsville Museum of Art

• What: Volunteer as a docent, children’s class instructor or guest services representative to aid HMA’s mission in making art accessible.
• Where: 300 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Theatre Huntsville

• What: Acting, tech crew or directorial jobs galore
• Where: 2211 Seminole Dr SW Studio 1055, Huntsville, AL 35805
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Environmental

City of Huntsville

Green Team

• What: A city-led group formed in 1972 that aims to keep Huntsville beautiful + sustainable
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Land Trust of North Alabama

• What: Group responsible for upkeep + distinction of our beautiful nature trails + hiking paths
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Pets + children

City of Huntsville Animal Services

• What: Become an animal foster parent, spend an afternoon at the facilities or help guide animals to their forever homes.
• Where: 4950 SW Triana Blvd, Huntsville, AL 35805
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

A New Leash on Life

• What: Volunteer at one of their charity-based thrift stores, fundraise or directly help with animal care.
• Where: 2676 Dug Hill Rd, Brownsboro, AL 35741
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

Kids to Love

• What: A local organization which improves the lives of children in foster care through advocacy, donation + awareness
• Where: 140 Castle Dr, Madison, AL 35758
• Website | Facebook | Instagram

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