The #1 Platform to Find and Recruit Volunteers
Idealist is the best place to reach like-hearted individuals to support your organization, community group, or event.
Idealists are everywhere
Connecting millions of people with 200,000 organizations across 248 countries, Idealist helps people around the world find their next volunteer opportunity.
Thousands of Opportunities
Thousands of Opportunities
As the largest volunteer engagement network, people around the world use Idealist to find opportunities for action.
More Than 2.4 Million Users
More Than 2.4 Million Users
Our community is excited about taking action through social-impact opportunities, and 78% already have experience volunteering.
200,000 Organizations
200,000 Organizations
From the largest nonprofits to volunteer-run community groups, Idealist can help you find the volunteers you need to build a better world.
Idealist is reputable and easy-to-use. Because there are so many volunteer opportunities across issue areas and organizations, I know the applicants we receive from Idealist are truly interested in our unique opportunities.
Naomi Dews, eCYBERMISSION
Idealist Annual Membership
Unlock everything Idealist has to offer
Gain access to volunteer engagement metrics, candidate information, 15% off promoted volunteer listings, and the ability to renew listings every seven days (instead of every 45!) with the Idealist Annual Membership.
Volunteer Engagement Resources
What are the biggest obstacles to volunteer engagement?
Recruitment and retention—that’s where Idealist comes in.
Our Volunteer Engagement Resources Center shares expert guidance on everything you need to lead volunteers, including tips for recruiting, retaining, and recognizing volunteers who support your mission.
When it comes to customer support, I give Idealist 110%. It's more user-friendly for what my organization needs, and there are actual people on the support team who help us post volunteer opportunities.
Sandra Washington, C.H.L.M.S. Medi-Helpz Foundation
Join the world’s largest volunteer network in three steps
Create an account
Create an account
Sign up using your name and email address, then check your inbox for a verification email from Idealist to finish creating your account.
Submit your profile
Submit your profile
Fill out a profile for your organization or community group. Our Community Support Team will review your submission within two business days.
Post a free volunteer listing
Post a free volunteer listing
Once approved, you can start posting volunteer opportunities for free on Idealist. You'll also have the option to promote your opportunities more widely for a nominal fee.