Volunteer Opportunities for Teens in Wake County
Looking for community service hours, NHS requirements, or meaningful volunteer work at local nonprofits and government programs? Wake Pathways lists teen volunteer opportunities across Raleigh, Cary, Apex, and the rest of Wake County so you can give back and build experience.
Browse all opportunities27 opportunities found
Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC Volunteer
Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC
Sort and pack food at the Raleigh distribution center. Teens 16 and older can volunteer independently; younger teens must be accompanied by…
Habitat for Humanity Wake County Summer of Service
Habitat for Humanity of Wake County
A structured summer volunteer program for teens ages 16 to 19 to gain hands-on construction experience building homes in Wake County.
Habitat for Humanity Wake County Construction Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity of Wake County
Year-round construction site volunteering for teens ages 16 and up, helping build affordable homes in Wake County.
WakeMed Junior Volunteer Program
WakeMed Health
A hospital volunteer program for high school students ages 16 and older with a six-month minimum commitment at WakeMed facilities.
Carolina Tiger Rescue High School Volunteer
Carolina Tiger Rescue
Volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary near Wake County in roles including gift shop, office support, and construction projects. Ages 16 and up.
Cary Teen Council
Town of Cary
A Town of Cary advisory council for students in grades 8-12 who live or attend school in Cary; quarterly meetings, community service, and a…
Wake County Public Libraries Teen Leadership Corps
Wake County Public Libraries
A volunteer program for students in grades 6 to 10 to help with programs, events, and activities at Wake County public library branches.
Holly Springs Town Volunteer Opportunities
Town of Holly Springs
Town-wide volunteer options with Holly Springs departments, including parks and community events.
Volunteer Wake Forest
Town of Wake Forest
Central signup for volunteering with the Town of Wake Forest, including parks, events, and partner agencies.
Wake Forest Adopt-A-Stream
Town of Wake Forest
Volunteer stream stewardship in Wake Forest: cleanups, monitoring, labeling, and education.
Wake Forest Adopt-A-Trail
Town of Wake Forest
Adopt a section of Wake Forest greenway trail for litter removal and light maintenance for one year.
Wake Forest Guest Services Desk Volunteers
Town of Wake Forest
Welcome visitors at Wake Forest Town Hall on weekday shifts as a guest services volunteer.
North Carolina Zoo Teen Volunteer Program
North Carolina Zoo
Summer teen volunteer program at the NC Zoo for rising sixth graders through recent high school graduates.
NC Zoo Junior Wildlife Assistant (High School)
North Carolina Zoo
High school teen volunteer track at the North Carolina Zoo supporting wildlife and guest experiences.
NC Zoo Camp Crew (Middle and High School)
North Carolina Zoo
Teen volunteer role supporting camp programs at the North Carolina Zoo.
NC Zoo Play Pals (Middle School)
North Carolina Zoo
Middle school volunteer program at the North Carolina Zoo described on the Zoo teen volunteer pages.
Read and Feed Volunteer Opportunities
Read and Feed
Tutor and support roles helping Wake County elementary students build reading skills.
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Volunteers
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle
Kitchen, packing, delivery, garden, and farm volunteer roles with the Food Shuttle in the Triangle.
United Way of the Triangle Volunteer
United Way of the Triangle
Discover regional volunteer projects aligned with United Way education, financial stability, and health goals.
Activate Good Volunteer Opportunities
Activate Good
Searchable volunteer postings for Triangle nonprofits and civic events through Activate Good.
American Red Cross North Carolina Volunteers
American Red Cross
State-level Red Cross volunteer onboarding for disaster, blood program, and community support roles.
Kramden Institute Volunteer
Kramden Institute
Refurbish computers and support digital literacy programs with Kramden in Durham.
North Carolina State Parks Volunteer
North Carolina State Parks
Park stewardship, events, and maintenance volunteering at North Carolina state parks and recreation areas.
Key Club International
Key Club International
Student-led high school service organization focused on community volunteering and leadership.
North Carolina Science Festival Event Volunteers
North Carolina Science Festival
Spring festival volunteer needs posted by host organizations across North Carolina, including Triangle events.
Wake County Animal Center Volunteer
Wake County Government
County-run animal shelter in Raleigh with volunteer roles supporting animals, adoptions, and shelter operations; requirements and training a…
Artspace Raleigh Volunteer
Artspace
Volunteer with a downtown Raleigh nonprofit visual arts center supporting exhibitions, events, education programs, and visitor services.
Frequently asked questions
- Can these volunteer roles count toward NHS or graduation hours?
- Many do, but requirements vary by school and club. Confirm with your advisor and the hosting organization before counting hours.
- What ages can volunteer?
- Most listings are for high school teens, though some programs accept middle school students. Age and grade limits are shown on each listing when available.
- Are volunteer opportunities in Wake County free to join?
- Volunteer roles themselves are typically unpaid community service. Any fees or requirements are noted when the official source lists them.