Volunteer

Get your hands dirty, make an impact, and change the world (or at least your neighborhood). Volunteering in Baton Rouge is the best way to give back while gaining more.

Neighbors help neighbors in BTR.


Baton Rouge is a region built on community spirit. From assisting at local food banks to mentoring young minds, there are countless ways to lend a hand and make a difference. By dedicating your time and talents, you not only make a tangible difference in the lives of others but also foster a deeper connection to the community.

Get connected. Find your community.

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Find a Non-Profit

Discover a wide range of non-profits working on issues like poverty, homelessness, education, animal welfare, and environmental conservation. Find opportunities to volunteer your time and skills at organizations like the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, the Capital Area United Way, Habitat for Humanity, and Companion Animal Alliance. Assist with food distribution, provide administrative support, mentor young people, or participate in community outreach programs.

Support Our Youth

Make a difference in the lives of young people by mentoring students, tutoring children, or coaching youth sports teams. Explore opportunities with organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Baton Rouge,Front Yard Bikes, Baton Rouge Youth Coalition, Youth Oasis, or Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS). Help children develop essential life skills, build self-confidence, and reach their full potential.

Beautify Our Region

Help keep Baton Rouge clean and beautiful by participating in community cleanup events, planting trees, or volunteering with local parks and recreation organizations. Partner with organizations like Keep Louisiana Beautiful,Clean Pelican, Baton Rouge Green, or Keep Tiger Town Beautiful to make a positive impact on the environment. Enjoy the outdoors while contributing to a cleaner, greener Baton Rouge.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference?

Volunteering in Baton Rouge is more than just giving back – it's a chance to connect with your community, discover your passions, and have some serious fun while doing good. Join the movement of compassionate citizens making Baton Rouge a brighter, better place for everyone!

BTR Things Are Coming in 2025.

Better in BTR is a multi-media marketing campaign and website designed to celebrate and retain the incredible talent already thriving in Louisiana’s Capital Region. By showcasing why this is the best place to grow both professionally and personally, we’re fostering pride in our community and solidifying Baton Rouge as a place to stay and succeed.

Get involved and help us keep Baton Rouge moving forward.

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