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Information about volunteering as a senior and helping senior organizations in the Albuquerque area.
Volunteer service builds bridges throughout our community and connects people to people. Meaningful volunteer opportunities are offered for volunteers of all ages. If you have time and energy to spare, we can connect you with organizations or individuals who need assistance, by simply calling our volunteer office at 764-1616.
Program Supervisor: Robert Sandoval.
RSVP Volunteers (aged 55 and older) work throughout the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County community by providing support services to more than 220 public and nonprofit agencies including schools, hospitals, museums, senior centers, frail elderly programs, police departments, juvenile programs, social services, homeless facilities, child abuse and neglect shelters, environmental projects, and disaster relief programs. Volunteers also work on one-time special-event projects, such as Daffodils for Hospice and Make a Difference Day.
RSVP benefits include:
- Supplemental accident and liability coverage while on duty
- Mileage and meal reimbursement for those in need
- Recognition events, awards ceremonies, and social gatherings
- Networking with other volunteers and agencies
- Opportunities for meaningful, challenging, and diverse volunteer experiences
- Assistance with volunteer placement
Volunteer Announcements
Check these announcements for additional volunteer opportunities.
*Indicates a City of Albuquerque Volunteer Opportunity.
AARP Information Center Volunteer
Answer questions pertaining to various topics primarily with senior issues.
Admission/ Intake Assistant
*Assist staff in admitting animals to the for the City of Albuquerque's Animal Welfare Department's shelters.
Adoption Assistant
*Help the City of Albuquerque's Animal Welfare Department place shelter animals in caring homes.
Adoption Phone Interviewer
*Call previous adopters and follow up on the experience they had while at the City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department.
Albuquerque Sunport Ambassador Program
Welcome the world's travelers to Albuquerque by volunteering with the Sunport's Ambassador program.
Animal Transport Driver
*Help transport shelter animals for the City of Albuquerque's Animal Welfare Department.
Dog Walkers Needed
*Volunteer as a dog walker with the City of Albuquerque's Animal Welfare Department.
Fathers Building Futures Volunteer
Assist in the Peanut Butter & Jelly Family Services program, Fathers Building Futures.
Foster Grandparent Program
*Inter generational program that brings children and loving retired adults together resulting in deeply enriching relationships.
