Community Development

Community Development Volunteer Opportunities in Albuquerque, NM

8 community development organizations are listed in Albuquerque, NM.

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Community DevelopmentHousing & HomelessnessHunger & Food SecurityMental Health

Good Shepherd Center

The Good Shepherd Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, provides essential services such as addiction recovery, medical shelter, food, housing assistance, and clothing for the homeless and less fortunate. Founded in 1951, the center focuses on serving the vulnerable members of the community with respect and compassion.

Albuquerque, NM
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Children & YouthCommunity DevelopmentHousing & HomelessnessHunger & Food Security

Joy Junction

Joy Junction is a 501(c)(3) faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping homeless men, women, children, and families in Albuquerque by providing food, clothing, shelter, and safety. The organization serves as many as 350 individuals a night, including many children, and aims to provide a hand up for the homeless community.

Albuquerque, NM
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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentEnvironment & SustainabilitySports & Recreation

New Mexico Volunteers For The Outdoors

New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors is an all-volunteer, non-political organization dedicated to improving trails, outdoor facilities, and wildlife habitat on public lands throughout the state.

Albuquerque, NM
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Community DevelopmentHunger & Food Security

Rio Grande Food Project

The Rio Grande Food Project's mission is to alleviate hunger and cultivate long-term food security. The organization operates a food pantry, an urban garden, and a community hub offering classes and services, and provides free grocery pickup for income-qualifying individuals and families.

Albuquerque, NM
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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHunger & Food Security

Roadrunner Food Bank

Roadrunner Food Bank offers various volunteer opportunities to help provide access to food for New Mexico neighbors in need. Volunteers can assist in numerous ways, including working in the warehouse or participating in community food distributions.

Albuquerque, NM
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Children & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentSports & Recreation

Special Olympics New Mexico

Special Olympics New Mexico provides volunteer opportunities for individuals seeking to support athletes in various competitions and events. Volunteers can participate as B-level volunteers for one-time commitments or as A-volunteers with ongoing roles that require a background check and training.

Albuquerque, NM
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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentEnvironment & Sustainability

Tree New Mexico

Tree New Mexico engages volunteers in planting trees and provides instruction and tools for the planting process. Additional volunteer opportunities are available in community engagement, clerical work, and at the Woodward House tree nursery.

Albuquerque, NM
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Children & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentPoverty

United Way of North Central New Mexico

United Way of North Central New Mexico is committed to mobilizing the community around youth, basic needs, and nonprofit growth. They offer various volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved in their local communities.

Albuquerque, NM
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At a glance

Community Development volunteering in Albuquerque, NM

Nexys currently lists 8 community development volunteer organizations in Albuquerque, NM, with 4 additional organizations nearby.

About this cause

Volunteer work supporting organizations and opportunities related to community development.

Local organizations
8
Nearby organizations
4

Questions people ask

Where can I volunteer in Albuquerque, NM?

Nexys currently lists 8 community development organizations in Albuquerque, NM. Visit an organization’s website for its current ways to help.

Are there volunteer organizations near Albuquerque, NM?

Yes. Nexys lists 4 additional volunteer organizations in the nearby search area.

What causes are represented in Albuquerque, NM?

Current organization listings include Community Development.

Which nearby communities have more organizations?

Nearby listings include organizations in Roswell, NM, Las Cruces, NM, Espanola, NM.

Volunteer listings last updated September 9, 2026.

Nexys listings are based on current organization and group data provided through the Nexys volunteer network. Separate volunteer opportunities are not currently modeled.