East Toronto Guides: 5 local organizations that love welcoming new volunteers

Volunteering with Community Centre 55 is a rewarding way to give back to the Beaches community. With flexible opportunities year-round, including the Share a Christmas Program, seniors events, and community dinners, you’ll develop new skills, make friends, and support local causes. Your time and efforts will make a lasting impact, and you’ll experience the joy of giving back.

Join Beaches Sandbox in giving back and making a difference in your community. Volunteering at Beaches Sandbox offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in Toronto’s Beaches community. With opportunities for all ages, you can gain new skills, meet new people, and even earn high school credit hours.

Scarborough Food Security Initiatives is urgently seeking volunteers to support local food banks across Scarborough. As the cost of living in Toronto rises, food banks are in greater need of assistance than ever. Volunteers can help with various tasks including administration, client setup, and food distribution.

Pegasus Project’s dedicated volunteers help support their mission of enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Volunteers can engage directly with participants, sharing their skills and interests, assist with fundraising efforts like Dolphin Gaming and Bingo, or help at community events such as their summer picnic.