Volunteer in our Community

Your time and talents can make a lasting impact in DeKalb County. Join us in building a stronger, more connected community.

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Whether you’re a student, retiree, professional, or community member looking to give back—DCRN and our community partners have meaningful opportunities for you to make a lasting impact in DeKalb County. From grassroots support to professional services, there’s a role for everyone.

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Community Event Volunteers

Support setup, logistics, registration, and community engagement at local festivals, pop-ups, resource fairs, town halls, and community events.

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Community Fundraisers

Help DCRN and our community partners raise awareness and funding through campaigns, donor engagement, event support, and outreach to local businesses and sponsors.

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Professional & Technical Support

Lend your skills in areas such as graphic design, website maintenance, photography, video editing, grant writing, data entry, IT, and digital communications.

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Community Ambassadors

Serve as a local representative in your neighborhood or network—sharing resources, gathering community needs, and helping us reach more residents.

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Youth & Student Volunteers

Earn community service hours while learning about local nonprofit work. Assist with event support, digital promotions, or peer outreach campaigns.

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Administrative Support

Assist behind the scenes with organizing materials, managing emails, scheduling meetings, updating directories, and processing event or volunteer submissions.

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Social Media & Communications Team

Help us spread the word by creating and sharing posts, responding to messages, and documenting community impact through stories and photos.

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Resource Researchers

Help us keep our directory up to date by researching new or changing services, calling organizations to verify info, and identifying gaps in local support.

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Workshop & Training Volunteers

Support logistics, coordination, or facilitation of community education events in areas like financial literacy, mental health, employment readiness, or digital access.

Don’t See Your Skillset?

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We’re always open to new ways to collaborate. Let us know your talents or interests when you fill out the form—we’ll match you with the right opportunity.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Real-world experience in community engagement and nonprofit operations
  • Networking opportunities with local organizations and leaders
  • A chance to be part of a powerful solution for resource access in DeKalb
  • Recognition through our Volunteer Highlights and appreciation events