Voluntourism Experiences
Get More by Giving Back
What's the best souvenir you've ever taken home from a trip? Nothing against shot glasses or collectible spoons, but, for most of us, the best things we take home are memories. Think of "voluntourism" as the ultimate souvenir—memories, plus a story to tell, plus the satisfaction that comes with doing something that leaves a positive impact on the community you’re visiting.
Maybe for you, it's helping maintain the Arizona Trail, which runs 800 miles from Mexico to Utah, one of the longest non-motorized trails in the country. Maybe it's restoring flow to Tucson’s heritage rivers by removing invasive plants with Watershed Management Group. Or maybe it's letting your inner artist create ceramic wind chimes, necklaces, and more to help Ben's Bells spread its message of kindness.
Connect with our featured members to see how your trip can leave a positive impact on our community. With a variety of volunteer opportunities to choose from, people of all ages and abilities can pitch in. They get a little of your time, you get the best souvenir ever, and everyone wins.
Note: If you are visiting Tucson and looking for a way to give back, check out the volunteer opportunities below and contact the organization directly. If you are a meeting planner looking for a group activity, please reach out to your Visit Tucson contact and complete the inquiry form below.
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Volunteer opportunities
Arizona Diaper Bank
As the nation's first diaper bank, The Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona provides diapers, adult…
Remove Invasive Grasses
Volunteers are needed to remove invasive grasses that are endangering the health of saguaros and…
Arizona Trail - Arizona Trail Association
Would you like to help build, maintain, promote, protect, and sustain the Arizona Trail? The Arizona…
Beads of Courage
5905 E. Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85712 Volunteer Center (520) 344-7668 info@beadsofcourage.org Beads…
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona
From emergency food assistance and community gardens to a culinary training program and a farmers’…
Habitat for Humanity Tucson
A nationwide organization, Habitat for Humanity works toward ending poverty housing by creating…
Iskashitaa Refugee Network
Iskashitaa Refugee Network creates opportunities to integrate UN refugees into the Southern Arizona…
Tucson Clean & Beautiful, Inc.
Tucson Clean & Beautiful is a non-profit environmental advocacy and action organization founded in…
Watershed Management Group
Learn all about sustainable desert living with Tucson-based non-profit, Watershed Management Group…
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