Volunteer Locally with NPH USA

NPH USA welcomes community members looking for local volunteer work, flexible schedules, and hands-on ways to support a nonprofit mission. Whether you enjoy office tasks, events, translation, or outreach, there’s a role that fits your skills. Here, you’ll find volunteer opportunities near you and learn how to get involved in meaningful community service. 

Why Give

Why Local Volunteers Matter

Local volunteers play an essential role in nonprofit operations. By sharing your time and skills, you help strengthen outreach, expand fundraising efforts, and support volunteer opportunities that make a direct impact for children and families. 

 Volunteers help make it possible to: 

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Support Office Operations

Assist with administrative tasks, data entry, mailings, and donor communications that keep NPH USA running smoothly. 

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Strengthen Donor Connections

Use your language skills through Spanish or French translation, a popular volunteer role for those searching to support children and sponsors through meaningful communication. 

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Support Events and Outreach

Help at special events and community fundraisers. Our volunteer opportunities are ideal for people who enjoy hands-on roles in their local community. 

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply to volunteer?

Complete the volunteer application on this page. Once submitted, our team will review your information and follow up about opportunities that match your skills, availability, and location. If you have questions, you may also contact us directly. 

Where can I find local volunteer opportunities with NPH USA?

NPH USA offers local volunteer opportunities in Seattle, Phoenix, Minneapolis, Chicago, and Quincy, as well as at our national office in Chicago. Roles range from administrative support to translation and event staffing.  

To get started, complete the volunteer application on this page.

Will I be working directly with children at an NPH home?

No. NPH USA supports the homes and programs of NPH in Latin America and the Caribbean through fundraising and volunteer efforts. Volunteers in U.S. offices do not work directly with children but play an important role in supporting the systems and teams that make NPH’s work possible. 

What is NPH USA’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?

NPH USA is part of a global family working in solidarity with children, families, and communities across Latin America and the Caribbean. We strive to foster an environment grounded in dignity, belonging, equity, and inclusion for staff, volunteers, and partners.