OACRA Florida Community Service Directory
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Florida Community Service & Volunteer Resource Directory
This directory organizes Florida community service and volunteer routes that may support people navigating probation, parole, pretrial release, diversion, reentry, court-related obligations, attorney referrals, school or program requirements, or community-based service goals.
Important: OACRA does not determine whether any organization, volunteer role, service site, hour log, supervisor signature, remote task, faith-based activity, thrift-store shift, food pantry shift, animal-care role, construction project, municipal cleanup, public-facility task, or community-service placement satisfies a court order, probation condition, parole condition, pretrial release condition, diversion agreement, agency referral, attorney recommendation, school requirement, or program requirement. Always confirm approval, restrictions, schedule, supervision, documentation, payment, background-screening, role limits, travel limits, and completion requirements directly with the court, supervising officer, attorney, program coordinator, referring agency, and volunteer organization before starting hours.
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Organizations, sponsors, community partners, nonprofits, and regional programs can help strengthen Florida coverage across South Florida, Tampa Bay, Central Florida, North Florida, the Panhandle, the Treasure Coast, the Space Coast, and rural counties.
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- 🤝 Food security, shelters, Habitat/ReStore, animal care, municipal, cleanup, and nonprofit routes
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Statewide & Multi-Region Florida
Use these routes to identify local placements across Florida. Confirm the exact organization, role, and documentation before starting.
Statewide routes Volunteer search and placement routes
Volunteer Florida — Statewide Volunteer PortalStatewide search route for volunteer opportunities by city, county, and zip code. Confirm the exact site, role, and proof-of-hours process before starting.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Statewide
Florida 211 / Local Information and ReferralUse 2-1-1 to locate local food pantries, shelters, cleanup projects, volunteer centers, and nonprofit routes. Confirm with the actual site before counting hours.
Food / pantryShelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Statewide / local referrals
Confirm-first Multi-region nonprofit routes
Habitat for Humanity / ReStore Locator — Florida AffiliatesFind local Habitat and ReStore locations for build, retail, donation, and warehouse routes. Confirm safety orientation, role availability, and documentation.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Statewide affiliates
Goodwill Local Store Locator — Florida RoutesGoodwill retail, donation, and warehouse routes may vary by region and location. Confirm acceptance rules with the specific store or program before starting.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Statewide local stores
Miami / South Florida
Coverage: Miami-Dade. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Miami Rescue MissionLongstanding shelter with volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careFaith-based routeConfirm first
miamirescuemission.com(305) 571-2273
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Miami-Dade
Camillus HouseHomeless services; ask about community service / volunteer shifts.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
camillus.org(305) 374-1065
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Miami-Dade
Lotus HouseWomen’s shelter; confirm eligibility and scheduling.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
lotushouse.org(305) 438-0556
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Miami-Dade
His House Children’s HomeConfirm volunteer roles and any restrictions (youth setting).
Screening likelyConfirm first
hhch.org(305) 430-0085
Screening rules • client-contact limits • confidentiality • approved tasks • documentation
Miami-Dade
Rebuilding Together Miami-DadeHome-repair volunteer projects; confirm paperwork and check-in.
Habitat / buildConfirm first
rebuildingtogethermiami.org(305) 200-5711
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Miami-Dade
Switchboard of Miami / 211Referral line to locate nearby volunteer options by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
switchboardmiami.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Miami-Dade
Carrfour Supportive HousingSupportive housing org; confirm volunteer roles & documentation.
Shelter / basic needsConfirm first
carrfour.org(305) 371-8300
Role limits • client-contact rules • confidentiality • shift logs • supervisor signature
Miami-Dade
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Feeding South FloridaHigh-capacity food bank with volunteer shifts.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftConfirm first
feedingsouthflorida.org(954) 518-1818
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Miami-Dade
Salvation Army – Miami AreaMultiple programs; ask which locations accept required hours.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careDonations / thriftConfirm first
salvationarmyflorida.org(305) 637-6700
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Miami-Dade
Goodwill South FloridaRetail & donation-center support; confirm policy by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
goodwillsouthflorida.org(305) 325-9114
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Miami-Dade
Voices for ChildrenAdministrative and support roles; confirm requirements.
Screening likelyConfirm first
beavoice.org(305) 324-5678
Screening rules • client-contact limits • confidentiality • approved tasks • documentation
Miami-Dade
Kristi HouseChild advocacy setting — confirm restrictions before applying.
Screening likelyConfirm first
kristihouse.org(305) 547-6800
Screening rules • client-contact limits • confidentiality • approved tasks • documentation
Miami-Dade
YWCA South FloridaCommunity programs; confirm available roles.
Community serviceConfirm first
ywcamiami.org(305) 377-9922
Accepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Miami-Dade
Broward County / Fort Lauderdale
Coverage: Broward. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Broward Outreach Centers (MRM)Hollywood & Pompano; confirm intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
miamirescuemission.com(954) 926-7417
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Broward
HandsOn Broward (United Way)Volunteer placement hub; ask about community-service documentation.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
handsonbroward.org(954) 233-1300
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Broward
Feeding South Florida (Broward)Warehouse volunteer shifts; confirm scheduling and rules.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftMunicipal / parksConfirm first
feedingsouthflorida.org(954) 518-1818
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Broward
Kids In DistressThrift/warehouse/events; confirm which roles accept hours.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
kidinc.org(954) 390-7654
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Broward
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Broward County Animal CareAnimal shelter support; confirm requirements.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
broward.org/animal(954) 357-9758
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Broward
Habitat for Humanity Broward (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm documentation.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatbroward.org(954) 396-3030
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Broward
The Pantry of BrowardFood support for seniors; confirm volunteer roles.
Food / pantryConfirm first
thepantryofbroward.org(954) 358-1481
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Broward
LifeNet4FamiliesMeals & pantry services; confirm volunteer shifts.
Food / pantryConfirm first
lifenet4families.org(954) 714-6935
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Broward
Florida Keys / Monroe County
Coverage: Monroe. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (community programs)Some placements are referral-based; confirm process.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
keysso.net(305) 292-7000
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Monroe
Star of the Sea Foundation (SOS)Food pantry/warehouse support; confirm sign-in & paperwork.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftConfirm first
sosfoundation.org(305) 292-3013
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Monroe
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Florida Keys SPCA (FKSPCA)Animal care support; confirm requirements.
Animal careConfirm first
fkspca.org(305) 294-4857
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Monroe
Habitat for Humanity Key West & Lower KeysConstruction/ReStore; confirm rules & hours.
Habitat / buildConfirm first
habitatlowerkeys.org(305) 294-9006
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Monroe
Guidance/Care CenterConfirm volunteer roles (clinical settings may have limits).
Community serviceConfirm first
gcckey.org(305) 434-7660
Accepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Monroe
Palm Beach / Treasure Coast
Coverage: Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach CountyAdult tutoring & community literacy support.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
literacypbc.org(561) 279-9103
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach
United Way of Palm Beach CountyVolunteer referral; confirm documentation requirements.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
unitedwaypbc.org(561) 375-6600
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach
Palm Beach County Justice Services (referrals)County resource hub; confirm current volunteer partners.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
pbcgov.org/justiceservices(561) 355-6880
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach
Treasure Coast Food BankRegional food bank serving the Treasure Coast.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftConfirm first
stophunger.org(772) 489-3034
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Martin St Lucie Indian River Okeechobee
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach CountyConstruction/ReStore; confirm scheduling & paperwork.
Habitat / buildMunicipal / parksConfirm first
habitatpbc.org(561) 253-2080
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Palm Beach
The Lord’s PlaceHomeless services; confirm volunteer roles.
Shelter / basic needsConfirm first
thelordsplace.org(561) 494-0125
Role limits • client-contact rules • confidentiality • shift logs • supervisor signature
Palm Beach
Big Brothers Big Sisters (PB & Martin)Youth setting — confirm restrictions before applying.
Municipal / parksScreening likelyConfirm first
mentorbig.org(561) 670-2516
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach Martin
211 Palm Beach/Treasure CoastFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
211palmbeach.org(561) 383-1112
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach Treasure Coast
Meals on Wheels of the Palm BeachesDelivery support; confirm requirements.
Food / pantryMunicipal / parksConfirm first
mealsonwheelspalmbeaches.org(561) 802-6979
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Palm Beach
United Against Poverty – Vero BeachCommunity support programs; confirm roles.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
upirc.org(772) 564-9365
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Indian River
Tampa Bay / West Central
Coverage: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Metropolitan MinistriesHomeless services & community programs; confirm volunteer intake.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Use website “Contact” for current phone/location
Feeding Tampa BayFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm requirements and sign-in process.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftConfirm first
feedingtampabay.orgSee site for volunteer scheduling & contact
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Hillsborough Pinellas Pasco
Goodwill Industries–Suncoast (Tampa Bay)Retail/donation support; confirm policy by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
goodwill-suncoast.orgUse site locator for the nearest store & phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Hillsborough Pinellas Pasco
Salvation Army – Tampa Bay AreaMultiple locations; confirm if required hours are accepted at your site.
Donations / thriftFaith-based routeConfirm first
salvationarmyflorida.orgUse site locator for the nearest unit & phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Hillsborough Pinellas Pasco
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Habitat for Humanity (local ReStores)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork and shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use ReStore locator for local contact
Local cleanup / beautification groupsPark/beach cleanups; confirm documentation rules.
Animal careMunicipal / parksConfirm first
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Search by “Tampa”, “St. Pete”, or your zip code
Sarasota / Manatee (Suncoast)
Coverage: Sarasota, Manatee. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
All Faiths Food BankFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm scheduling & documentation.
Food / pantryFaith-based routeConfirm first
allfaithsfoodbank.orgUse site volunteer page for contact
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Sarasota Manatee
Goodwill ManasotaRetail/donation support; confirm acceptance rules by location.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use location finder for phone
Habitat for Humanity Sarasota (ReStore)Retail/warehouse support; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatsrq.orgSee site for volunteer intake & phone
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Sarasota
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Mote Marine Laboratory & AquariumPublic-facing setting; confirm restrictions and role eligibility.
Community serviceConfirm first
mote.orgUse site “Volunteer” / “Contact”
Accepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Sarasota
Collier / Naples
Coverage: Collier. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
St. Matthew’s HouseCommunity services & thrift; confirm required-hour acceptance.
Shelter / basic needsDonations / thriftConfirm first
stmatthewshouse.orgUse site locations/contact for phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Collier
Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest FloridaVolunteer shifts available; confirm documentation rules.
Food / pantryConfirm first
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
See volunteer page for contact
Habitat for Humanity of Collier County (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm intake & paperwork.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatcollier.orgUse site for current phone
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Collier
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Collier County Parks / County Volunteer ProgramsSome county programs accept volunteers; confirm documentation needs.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
colliercountyfl.govSearch site: “volunteer”
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Collier
Lee / Fort Myers – Cape Coral
Coverage: Lee. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Community CooperativeFood bank and community programs; confirm volunteer intake.
Food / pantryConfirm first
communitycooperative.comUse site for volunteer contact
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Lee
Goodwill Industries of Southwest FloridaRetail/donation support; confirm acceptance rules by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Use location finder for phone
Habitat for Humanity (local affiliate / ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork and shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use ReStore locator for local contact
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Salvation Army – Lee County AreaConfirm which locations accept community-service hours.
Faith-based routeConfirm first
salvationarmyflorida.orgUse site locator for local phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Lee
United Way (volunteer portal)Search vetted volunteer opportunities by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
unitedwayswfl.orgUse site “Volunteer” for current listings
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Lee
Polk / Central Corridor
Coverage: Polk. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
United Way (local volunteer opportunities)Search volunteer placements by city/zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
uwcf.orgUse site “Volunteer” / “Get Help”
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Polk
Local food pantries & community kitchensConfirm if community-service documentation is available.
Food / pantryVolunteer hubFaith-based routeConfirm first
211.orgDial 211 (local referrals)
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Polk
Habitat ReStore (Polk area)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm intake & paperwork.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use ReStore locator for local phone
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Goodwill (local stores)Policies vary; confirm acceptance by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Use locator for local contact
Orlando / Central Florida
Coverage: Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake (metro). Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central FloridaFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Food / pantryConfirm first
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
See volunteer page for contact
Coalition for the Homeless of Central FloridaHomeless services; confirm volunteer intake and roles.
Shelter / basic needsConfirm first
centralfloridahomeless.orgUse site contact for current phone
Role limits • client-contact rules • confidentiality • shift logs • supervisor signature
Orange
Goodwill Industries of Central FloridaRetail/donation support; confirm policy by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Use location finder for phone
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitat-orlando.orgSee site for volunteer intake
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Orange Osceola
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Keep Orlando BeautifulCleanup events; confirm documentation needs.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
keeporlandobeautiful.orgUse site for event contact
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Orange
Volunteer Florida (search portal)Find volunteer opportunities by city/zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Filter by “Orlando” / “Kissimmee”
Volusia / Flagler
Coverage: Volusia, Flagler. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Halifax Urban MinistriesCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Faith-based routeConfirm first
halifaxurbanministries.orgUse site contact for current phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Volusia
Food bank / pantry volunteer shifts (Volusia)Ask if community-service documentation is provided.
Food / pantryVolunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211 (local referrals)
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Volusia
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Local humane society / animal sheltersConfirm requirements and supervision rules.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
volusiacountyfl.govSearch site: “animal services” / “volunteer”
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Volusia
County parks / cleanup programsConfirm documentation and where to check in.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Search by “Daytona”, “Deland”, “Palm Coast”
Space Coast / Brevard
Coverage: Brevard. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Brevard Rescue MissionCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
brevardrescuemission.orgUse site contact for current phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Brevard
Brevard Humane SocietyAnimal care support; confirm requirements.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careConfirm first
brevardhumanesociety.orgUse site volunteer page for contact
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Brevard
Habitat for Humanity Brevard (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatbrevard.orgSee site for volunteer intake
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Brevard
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Salvation Army – Brevard AreaConfirm which locations accept community-service hours.
Faith-based routeConfirm first
salvationarmyflorida.orgUse site locator for local phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Brevard
Gainesville / North Central
Coverage: Alachua and nearby. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Bread of the Mighty Food BankFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Food / pantryConfirm first
breadofthemighty.orgSee site volunteer page for contact
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Alachua
Habitat for Humanity of Alachua County (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm intake & paperwork.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
alachuahabitat.orgUse site for current phone
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Alachua
Grace Marketplace (Gainesville)Community support campus; confirm volunteer roles and documentation.
Community serviceConfirm first
cityofgainesville.orgSearch site: “Grace Marketplace volunteer”
Accepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Alachua
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Humane Society of North Central FloridaAnimal care support; confirm requirements.
Animal careConfirm first
humanesocietyncfl.orgUse site for volunteer contact
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Alachua
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
North Central
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Coverage: Duval and nearby. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
City Rescue MissionCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
crmjax.orgUse site contact for current phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Duval
Feeding Northeast FloridaFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm requirements and sign-in.
Food / pantryConfirm first
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
See volunteer page for contact
SulzbacherHomeless services; confirm volunteer roles & documentation.
Shelter / basic needsConfirm first
sulzbacherjax.orgUse site contact for phone
Role limits • client-contact rules • confidentiality • shift logs • supervisor signature
Duval
Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville (HabiJax / ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habijax.orgSee site for volunteer intake
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Duval
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Goodwill of North FloridaPolicies vary; confirm acceptance by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Use location finder for phone
United Way of Northeast Florida (volunteer portal)Search volunteer opportunities by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
unitedwaynefl.orgUse site “Volunteer” for current listings
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Duval
St. Johns / Clay / Nassau
Coverage: St. Johns, Clay, Nassau. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Habitat for Humanity of St. Johns County (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatstjohns.orgUse site for current phone
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
St. Johns
Barnabas Center (Nassau)Community support programs; confirm volunteer intake & documentation.
Food / pantryDonations / thriftConfirm first
barnabasnassau.orgSee site contact for phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Nassau
Challenge Enterprises of North FloridaCommunity programs & retail; confirm volunteer roles.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
challengeenterprises.orgUse site contact for current phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Clay
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
United Way volunteer portal (regional)Search for local placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
unitedwaynefl.orgUse site “Volunteer”
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
St. Johns Clay Nassau
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements that may document hours.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
St. Johns Clay Nassau
Lake / Sumter / Marion
Coverage: Lake, Sumter, Marion. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
United Way of Lake & Sumter CountiesVolunteer opportunities and community partners; confirm documentation rules.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
uwlakesumter.orgUse site “Volunteer” / “Contact”
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Lake Sumter
Marion County pantries & community kitchensConfirm whether community-service documentation is provided.
Food / pantryVolunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211 (local referrals)
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Marion
Habitat ReStore (Ocala/Marion area)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use locator for local contact
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
County parks / cleanup programsConfirm documentation and where to check in.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Search by “Ocala”, “Leesburg”, “The Villages”
South Central / Heartland
Coverage: Highlands, Hardee, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
211 / Local referral lineFast way to find nearby pantries, shelters, and volunteer sites by zip code.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careVolunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Orientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
Highlands Hardee DeSoto Glades Hendry
Habitat ReStore (regional locator)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use locator for nearest ReStore contact
Volunteer Florida (search portal)Search opportunities by town/zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Search by your city (Sebring, Arcadia, LaBelle, etc.)
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
County volunteer programs (parks, events, public services)Confirm whether the county department can document hours.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Use county site directory for volunteer pages
Tallahassee / Big Bend
Coverage: Leon and Big Bend region. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Second Harvest of the Big BendFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Food / pantryConfirm first
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
See volunteer page for contact
Goodwill Industries of the Big BendRetail/donation support; confirm acceptance by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
goodwillbigbend.orgUse site location finder for phone
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Leon
Habitat for Humanity (Big Bend / local affiliate)ReStore roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildConfirm first
habitatbigbend.orgSee site for volunteer intake
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Leon
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
United Way volunteer portalSearch local placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
unitedway.orgUse site to find local United Way
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Leon
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer options by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Big Bend
Pensacola / Escambia & Santa Rosa
Coverage: Escambia, Santa Rosa. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Waterfront Rescue MissionCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake & documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
waterfrontmission.orgUse site contact for current phone
Non-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
Escambia
Manna Food PantriesFood pantry volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Food / pantryConfirm first
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
See volunteer/contact page
Goodwill Industries of the Gulf CoastRetail/donation support; confirm acceptance by location.
Donations / thriftConfirm first
Donation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
Use location finder for phone
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Habitat for Humanity (Northwest Florida / ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use locator for nearest ReStore contact
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Escambia Santa Rosa
Emerald Coast / Okaloosa & Walton
Coverage: Okaloosa, Walton. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Habitat for Humanity of Okaloosa County (ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
habitatokaloosa.orgUse site contact for phone
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Okaloosa
Caring & Sharing of South WaltonCommunity support programs; confirm volunteer intake.
Community serviceConfirm first
caringandsharing.orgSee site contact for phone
Accepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Walton
Feeding the Gulf Coast (regional)Regional food bank; confirm local volunteer locations.
Food / pantryConfirm first
feedingthegulfcoast.orgUse site to find local distribution/volunteer hubs
Accepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
Okaloosa Walton
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Volunteer Florida (search portal)Find local cleanups & volunteer options by zip code.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Search by “Fort Walton”, “Destin”, “Santa Rosa Beach”
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Okaloosa Walton
Panama City / Bay & Gulf
Coverage: Bay, Gulf. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Feeding the Gulf Coast (Bay County)Regional food bank; confirm local volunteer locations.
Food / pantryMunicipal / parksConfirm first
feedingthegulfcoast.orgUse site for Bay County info
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Bay
Salvation Army – Panama City AreaConfirm which locations accept community-service hours.
Municipal / parksFaith-based routeConfirm first
salvationarmyflorida.orgUse site locator for local phone
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Bay
Habitat ReStore (Bay County area)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use locator for local contact
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Volunteer Florida (search portal)Find local volunteer options by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Search by “Panama City” / “Port St. Joe”
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Bay Gulf
Nature Coast / Citrus – Hernando – Levy
Coverage: Citrus, Hernando, Levy. Confirm the organization is currently accepting community-service volunteers, can sign required forms, and is acceptable for the person’s specific court, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial, or agency requirement.
Local routes Community service routes
Habitat for Humanity (Citrus area / ReStore)Retail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Habitat / buildDonations / thriftConfirm first
Build-site vs ReStore • safety orientation • tools/PPE • supervisor sign-off • hour logs
Use locator for local contact
United Way (local volunteer opportunities)Search local placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
unitedway.orgUse site to locate your county’s United Way
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Hernando
211 / Local referral lineFind nearby volunteer placements by zip code.
Volunteer hubConfirm first
211.orgDial 211
Available projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
Citrus Hernando Levy
Confirm-first Additional confirm-first routes
Volunteer Florida (search portal)Find local cleanups & volunteer options by zip code.
Municipal / parksVolunteer hubConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Search by “Crystal River”, “Brooksville”, “Chiefland”
County parks / cleanup programsConfirm documentation and where to check in.
Municipal / parksConfirm first
Approved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
Use county site directory for volunteer pages
Approval & Documentation Guide
Use this checklist before beginning community service hours anywhere in Florida.
Confirm approval before starting
Ask the court, supervising officer, attorney, diversion coordinator, program coordinator, or referring agency whether the specific organization, location, role, and schedule are acceptable before counting any hours.
Ask how hours are documented
Before the first shift, ask whether the organization can sign a court/program log, provide a supervisor name, verify dates and hours, issue a completion letter, and respond if contacted.
Check restrictions and screening
Animal shelters, youth-serving programs, shelters, senior centers, client-facing programs, and clinical or advocacy settings may have background checks, offense restrictions, confidentiality rules, role limits, or orientation requirements.
Faith-based routes must be service-based
Community kitchens, food pantries, clothing closets, cleanup tasks, and broader community-aid work may be acceptable when approved. Worship, teaching, proselytizing, choir, or religious-service participation should not be assumed to count.
Confirm travel and county limits
Florida supervision orders may include county, curfew, reporting, transportation, or travel limits. Confirm before volunteering outside the county or outside the reporting area, especially for regional food banks, beaches, parks, and rural routes.
Keep copies of everything
Keep schedules, emails, sign-in sheets, hour logs, completion letters, supervisor names, phone numbers, and any officer or program approval. Do not wait until the final deadline to request documentation.
OACRA disclaimer: This Florida Community Service & Volunteer Resource Directory is provided for resource-navigation and referral-support purposes only. OACRA is independent and does not provide legal, supervision, court, probation, parole, pretrial, diversion, case-management, clinical, employment, transportation, or emergency advice. OACRA does not determine whether any organization, service site, volunteer role, hour log, supervisor signature, completion letter, remote task, faith-based activity, thrift-store shift, food pantry shift, animal-care role, municipal cleanup, Habitat/ReStore shift, shelter task, public-facility task, or documentation satisfies a court order, probation condition, parole condition, pretrial release condition, diversion agreement, school requirement, attorney recommendation, agency referral, evaluator instruction, or program requirement.
Users should confirm all approval, eligibility, offense restrictions, background-screening, schedule, travel, curfew, supervision, attendance, payment, documentation, completion, and reporting requirements directly with the court, supervising officer, attorney, program coordinator, referring agency, and volunteer organization before enrolling or completing hours. For emergencies, immediate danger, or urgent safety concerns, call 911 or the appropriate local emergency service.