Volunteer opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities in Madison, WI

Madison, WI has 10 volunteer organizations listed by Nexys.

Children & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentEducationEnvironment & SustainabilityHealth & MedicineHousing & HomelessnessHunger & Food SecurityMental HealthSeniors

Local organizations

Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHealth & MedicineSeniors

Agrace

Agrace is a nonprofit hospice organization providing compassionate care to patients and their families. Volunteers play a crucial role by offering support in various capacities, helping to fulfill Agrace’s mission.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentMental HealthSeniors

Friends & Co

Friends & Co focuses on connecting volunteers with older adults to combat isolation and foster meaningful friendships. Volunteers can engage in various roles including one-on-one visits and answering calls on a dedicated Coffee Talk line.

Madison, WI
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Children & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity Development

GiGi’s Playhouse Madison

GiGi’s Playhouse Madison provides free educational, therapeutic and social programs for individuals with Down syndrome and the greater disability community, serving all ages from infancy through adulthood. Volunteers are the heart of GiGi’s, supporting nearly every aspect of their work.

Madison, WI
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Children & YouthCommunity DevelopmentEducationHousing & Homelessness

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County received a $20,000 grant to expand a successful high school program that provides volunteer opportunities to build affordable housing, resulting in dual high school/college credit from the Madison Community Foundation. The organization aims to transform Habitat build sites into classrooms for students interested in careers in construction and the trades.

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Children & YouthEducation

Madison Metropolitan School District

This is the Madison Metropolitan School District's volunteering/partnerships page describing opportunities to get involved with the district. The page links to district volunteer programs and related services (for example Serve Madison and MMSD Substitute Services) and provides pathways to sign up or contact the district about volunteering.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentEnvironment & Sustainability

Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin engages volunteers to support conservation projects throughout the state. Volunteer opportunities include office work, helping with conservation projects at State Natural Areas, and participating in Wisconsin State Parks.

Madison, WI
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Children & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHunger & Food Security

Second Harvest Foodbank SW

Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin is committed to building a stronger, hunger-free community. Volunteers help sort, pack, and distribute nutritious food to neighbors experiencing hunger across a 16-county service area in Southern Wisconsin.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHunger & Food Security

Society of St. Vincent de Paul — Madison

The St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry is one of the largest in Dane County, relying on volunteers to serve neighbors in need. Volunteers join a team to help provide food, dignity, and hope to families facing food insecurity in the Madison community.

Madison, WI
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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHousing & HomelessnessHunger & Food Security

Volunteer Wisconsin

Volunteer Wisconsin connects individuals and organizations to volunteer opportunities throughout Wisconsin. It serves as a platform for various agencies and local volunteer centers, fostering community service engagement.

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Health & MedicineSeniors

Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol

This page is the Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) volunteer interest form describing the program's mission to inform and empower Medicare beneficiaries, families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud, abuse, and errors. It outlines volunteer roles, training, screening, and reporting requirements for volunteers who support outreach and education across the state.

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At a glance

Volunteer opportunities at a glance

Nexys currently lists 10 volunteer organizations in Madison, WI, with 11 additional organizations nearby.

Local organizations
10
Nearby organizations
11

Questions people ask

Where can I volunteer in Madison, WI?

Nexys currently lists 10 volunteer organizations in Madison, WI. Visit an organization’s website for its current ways to help.

Are there volunteer organizations near Madison, WI?

Yes. Nexys lists 11 additional volunteer organizations in the nearby search area.

What causes are represented in Madison, WI?

Current organization listings include Civic Engagement, Community Development, Health & Medicine, Seniors, Mental Health.

Which nearby communities have more organizations?

Nearby listings include organizations in Wausau, WI, Plover, WI, Major City In Wisconsin, WI, Hayward, WI.

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.