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Florida Community Service Directory
Find volunteer and community-service opportunities across Florida, including food banks, shelters, Habitat/ReStore programs, animal care, donation centers, parks, cleanup projects, volunteer hubs, faith-based community programs, and other nonprofit routes.
Before starting hours: confirm the specific organization, location, role, schedule, screening requirements, documentation process, travel limits, and whether the service will be accepted for your court, supervision, diversion, school, program, or referral requirement.
OACRA lists potential volunteer and service routes for navigation. A listing does not mean the organization currently accepts court-ordered or supervision-related hours. Confirm acceptance, role restrictions, supervisor sign-off, and documentation before beginning.
No matching results found. Try a broader search term, remove the service filter, or use the statewide routes and local volunteer coordinators to confirm active community service options.
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 Portalvolunteerflorida.orgStatewide search route for volunteer opportunities by city, county, and zip code. Confirm the exact site, role, and proof-of-hours process before starting.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaStatewide
Florida 211 / Local Information and Referral211.orgUse 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
Ask AboutOrientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
AreaStatewide / local referrals
Confirm-first Multi-region nonprofit routes
Habitat for Humanity / ReStore Locator — Florida Affiliateshabitat.orgFind local Habitat and ReStore locations for build, retail, donation, and warehouse routes. Confirm safety orientation, role availability, and documentation.
Goodwill Local Store Locator — Florida Routesgoodwill.orgGoodwill retail, donation, and warehouse routes may vary by region and location. Confirm acceptance rules with the specific store or program before starting.
Ask AboutDonation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
AreaStatewide 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 Missionmiamirescuemission.comLongstanding shelter with volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Ask AboutAccepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
AreaMiami-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)miamirescuemission.comHollywood & Pompano; confirm intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Ask AboutAccepted volunteer roles • shift schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
AreaBroward
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)keysso.netSome placements are referral-based; confirm process.
Ask AboutAccepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
AreaMonroe
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 Countyliteracypbc.orgAdult tutoring & community literacy support.
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaIndian 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 Ministriesmetromin.orgHomeless services & community programs; confirm volunteer intake.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Ask AboutOrientation • animal-contact rules • background limits • schedule • signed proof of hours
AreaSearch 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 Bankallfaithsfoodbank.orgFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm scheduling & documentation.
Ask AboutAccepted volunteer roles • schedule • supervision • required forms • proof of hours
AreaSarasota
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 Housestmatthewshouse.orgCommunity services & thrift; confirm required-hour acceptance.
Shelter / basic needsDonations / thriftConfirm first
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaCollier
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 Cooperativecommunitycooperative.comFood bank and community programs; confirm volunteer intake.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaLee
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)uwcf.orgSearch volunteer placements by city/zip code.
Ask AboutDonation sorting • cash/register restrictions • inventory rules • schedule • signed hour forms
AreaUse 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 Floridafeedhopenow.orgFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaFilter 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 Ministrieshalifaxurbanministries.orgCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaSearch 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 Missionbrevardrescuemission.orgCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Ask AboutNon-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
AreaBrevard
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 Bankbreadofthemighty.orgFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaNorth 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 Missioncrmjax.orgCommunity services; confirm volunteer intake and documentation.
Shelter / basic needsFaith-based routeConfirm first
Accesscrmjax.orgUse site contact for current phone
Ask AboutNon-religious service tasks • community benefit • supervisor signature • no worship/teaching credit
AreaDuval
Feeding Northeast Floridafeedingnefl.orgFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm requirements and sign-in.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaDuval
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)habitatstjohns.orgRetail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaSt. 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 Countiesuwlakesumter.orgVolunteer opportunities and community partners; confirm documentation rules.
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaSearch 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 line211.orgFast way to find nearby pantries, shelters, and volunteer sites by zip code.
Shelter / basic needsAnimal careVolunteer hubConfirm first
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaUse 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 Bendfightinghunger.orgFood bank volunteer shifts; confirm documentation rules.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaBig 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.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaEscambia 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)habitatokaloosa.orgRetail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaOkaloosa 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)feedingthegulfcoast.orgRegional food bank; confirm local volunteer locations.
Ask AboutAvailable projects • nonprofit status • required forms • site supervisor • proof of hours
AreaBay 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)habitat.orgRetail/warehouse roles; confirm paperwork & shifts.
Ask AboutApproved duties • safety rules • site supervisor • signed logs • completion letter
AreaUse county site directory for volunteer pages
Approval & Documentation Guide
Use these checks before beginning community-service or required volunteer 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.
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Food banks, shelters, thrift and donation centers, animal-care organizations, Habitat/ReStore programs, parks and cleanup programs, volunteer hubs, faith-based community programs, libraries, and other nonprofits may request a listing review or update. Provider-supported visibility does not control OACRA’s editorial classification.
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