Acting Locally–Volunteer Opportunities

April is National Volunteer Month! This month, recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers by getting involved, developing skills, forming relationships, and making tangible impacts in our community. Consider your own interests, reflect on your availability, and apply to help businesses in the Greater Waco area! Check out the new Volunteer Board for additional opportunities.

Art Center Waco has many volunteer opportunities, including work with their art summer camps, general family events, artists workshops, and much more. Until July 2025, Art Center Waco will be accepting applications for this summer’s Elementary and Teen Art Camps. High school students have the opportunity to lead as Youth Ambassadors for Art Center Waco. Apply, email a staff member at info@artcenterwaco.org, or call the center at (254)-752-4371 for additional details.

The Waco Animal Birth Control Clinic is a primary resource for pet owners and lovers in the community. Help out the fantastic veterinarians and veterinary technicians by organizing rabies tags, cleaning and labeling syringes, and doing loads of laundry for the health and happiness of our animal friends. Visit https://www.animalbirthcontrol.org/volunteer to apply for positions and track volunteer hours.

The Cameron Park Zoo offers unique volunteering experiences, including aiding animal keepers, entertaining park guests with hands-on activities, and maintaining the grounds’ garden life. The Zoo Crew is the park’s teen volunteer program, which runs through summer and gives kids real zookeeping experiences. For applications and additional information, visit https://www.cameronparkzoo.com/programs/volunteer/.