Make a Real Difference - Volunteer in the Federal Prison System

You can change the lives of inmates by volunteering with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Our volunteers lead and assist with delivering a variety of programs in facilities nationwide that prepare inmates to succeed upon release.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Sharing your skills, hobbies, passions, or faith, can change lives, reduce recidivism, and create a lasting, positive impact in your community.

We offer a diverse range of volunteer programs, ensuring there’s an opportunity for everyone to make a meaningful impact. Volunteers lead inmates in skill-based programs like trades, business, education, and financial literacy. Volunteers support inmates with their personal growth through a variety of programs including religious services, art, nutrition, parenting, and more. Whatever your hobbies, skills, passions, or faith, sharing them with inmates empowers them to make positive changes in their lives and creates better communities.

Inmates are eager to learn from people like you. Just by showing up, you can make a real difference.

Join Us Today!

Immediately after expressing your interest in this opportunity, you will receive an email with additional information and a link to our site where you can apply to current volunteer opportunities and learn more about our programs.

Note: To volunteer at a FBOP facility, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 years of age (or over 21 years of age for high security or administrative institutions).
• Be a US Citizen with a valid Social Security Number.

Watch our video to learn more: FBOP Volunteers Share Their Art