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Hands On Atlanta is a non-profit organization that helps individuals, families, corporate and community groups find flexible volunteer opportunities at more than 400 service organizations and schools. Hands On Atlanta volunteers, now 37,000 strong, are at work every day of the year building community and meeting critical needs in schools, parks, senior homes, food banks, pet shelters, low-income neighborhoods and more.

Hands On Atlanta is an affiliate of the Hands On Network..

Hands On Atlanta currently offers more than 1,000 opportunities to volunteer each month. Volunteers serve individually or with their families, friends or co-workers. Hands On Atlanta volunteers participate in on-going service projects that address critical needs in the following areas:

Adult Literacy & Education
AIDS Support Services
Animal Support
Arts & Sciences
Children & Teens
Computers
Conservation
Disability Services
Family & Women's Services
Health & Wellness
Homelessness/Meal Service
Painting/Renovation/Repair
Seniors


Volunteers play a large role in Hands On Atlanta's structure and organizational direction. Each project is coordinated by a volunteer Project Coordinator. Project Coordinators serve as liaisons between Hands On Atlanta and the community partner agencies. They recruit and communicate with volunteers and ensure the success of the project. Volunteers also serve on committees to help develop and coordinate Hands On Atlanta's special events and to assist with public relations and fundraising efforts.

Individuals interested in volunteering with Hands On Atlanta should schedule an orientation. Register online or call 404-979-2800 . After participating in an orientation, each Hands On Atlanta volunteer receives The Citizen, Hands On Atlanta's bi-monthly guide to service. Volunteers then sign up for projects according to their interests and availability by contacting the Project Coordinator listed. Volunteers are also able to log onto the web site to search for project information.

Hands On Atlanta builds community and meets critical needs through volunteer service and civic engagement.

Hands On Atlanta values volunteer leadership and believes volunteers should guide every level of the organization.

Basic Volunteering
A long-term commitment is not required.
Volunteer for as few or as many hours as you choose: evening or daytime, weekends or weekdays, whatever your schedule allows.
There are service projects to which you can bring your children. Volunteering as a family is great quality time together.
Some projects use volunteers' special skills. Switch from one project to another at your will. Some volunteers use this opportunity to test out possible career interests.

To find a Hands On affiliate in your area check the Hands On National Network Website. Many opportunities await you.