{"id":237613,"date":"2026-08-03T21:00:28","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T01:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=237613"},"modified":"2026-07-24T15:04:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T19:04:33","slug":"volunteering-jersey-shore-nj-fall-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/volunteering-jersey-shore-nj-fall-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ways to Volunteer at the Jersey Shore This Fall 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"jersey shore fall volunteering\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">giving back<\/div><p>There&#8217;s always an opportunity to give back to those in need, whether supporting local shelters or humanitarian initiatives. The Jersey Shore has plenty of organizations and <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/quiet-beaches-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/\">locations<\/a> to make an impact through volunteering, and <em>The Jersey Shore Girl<\/em> has rounded up a list to follow. <b>Read on for a list of ways to volunteer at the Jersey Shore this fall 2026.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-237623 \" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering.png\" alt=\"jersey shore fall volunteering\" width=\"451\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering.png 1000w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/jersey-shore-fall-volunteering-263x175.png 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Organizations<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/ahscares.org\/volunteer-portal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Associated Humane Societies + Popcorn Park<\/a> | 1 Humane Way, Forked River + 2960 Shafto Road Tinton Falls<\/h3>\n<p>Volunteers at Associated Humane Societies have opportunities to help via dog-walking, cat socializing, fostering, helping with events, and more. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and can register <a href=\"https:\/\/app.betterimpact.com\/PublicEnterprise\/3af12d86-0552-4217-8f29-bf53e70ee5f6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/capemaycountynj.gov\/174\/Volunteer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cape May County Animal Shelter<\/a> | 110 Shelter Road, Cape May<\/h3>\n<p>Volunteers at Cape May County Animal Shelter help with cage + kennel cleaning, cat socializing + exercising, walking dogs, event planning, and more. The shelter also accepts junior volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17, but they must be accompanied by a parent while volunteering. <strong>FYI<\/strong>: Interested volunteers must first attend a mandatory orientation. To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/capemaycountynj.gov\/174\/Volunteer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.themontclairgirl.com\/free-new-jersey-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Jersey Beaches That Don\u2019t Have an Admission Fee<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/capemaycountynj.gov\/1172\/Volunteering\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cape May County Park + Zoo<\/a> | 707 Route 9 North, Cape May<\/h3>\n<p>Both individual and group volunteers are welcome at Cape May County Park + Zoo. To sign up individually, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.capemaycountynj.gov\/1234\/Docent-Program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>, and for group or organizational volunteering, email <a href=\"mailto:Zoo.Info@CAPEMAYCOUNTYNJ.GOV\" data-pasted=\"true\">Zoo.Info@CAPEMAYCOUNTYNJ.GOV<\/a>. Available tasks include greeting guests, assisting with special events and fundraisers, and maintaining the park grounds.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/cfbnj.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Community FoodBank of New Jersey<\/a> | 6735 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township<\/h3>\n<p>The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ)&#8217;s volunteer programs include sorting and repacking donated food, making meals, and assembling senior food boxes. Youth volunteering opportunities are also available, with more information found <a href=\"https:\/\/cfbnj.org\/youth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/friendsofibsp.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Friends of Island Beach State Park<\/a> | 2401 Central Avenue, Seaside Park<\/h3>\n<p>Island Beach State Park offers plenty of volunteering opportunities to help with projects around the park grounds, including restoration projects, beach cleanup, working at outreach booths, and event planning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/fulfillnj.org\/ways-to-help\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fulfill NJ<\/a> | 3300 Route 66, Neptune<\/h3>\n<p>Fulfill, formerly known as the FoodBank of Monmouth + Ocean Counties, focuses on food distribution, providing education, and shelter to those in need. Volunteers with the organization help plan food drives, pack + sort donations, help with office work, distribute food at mobile pantries, and more.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/habitatcapemaycounty.org\/get-involved\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Habitat for Humanity<\/a> | 20 Court House\u2013South Dennis Road, Cape May<\/h3>\n<p>Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to building stable and affordable places to call home for people for those in need. There are opportunities to volunteer at its worksite, with tasks such as digging for piping, installing slabs, carpentry, sheetrock, flooring, and painting.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/jbjsoulkitchen.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JBJ Soul Kitchen<\/a> | 207 Monmouth Street, Red Bank + 1769 Hooper Avenue, Toms River<\/h3>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/bon-jovi-soul-kitchen-pop-up-close-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">non-profit cafe<\/a>, founded by New Jersey&#8217;s very own Jon Bon Jovi, accepts volunteers for chatting with customers, serving meals, and keeping the cafe clean. Volunteers must be at least 15 years old and live within a 15-mile radius of the cafe&#8217;s Red Bank or Toms River location.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/lunchbreak.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lunch Break<\/a> | 121 Drs. James Parker Boulevard, Red Bank<\/h3>\n<p>This Monmouth County-based organization provides food, clothing, housing solutions, and life skills to those in need in the area and beyond. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and assist in various tasks, with more information found <a href=\"https:\/\/lunchbreak.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/monmouthcountyspca.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Monmouth County SPCA<\/a> | 260 Wall Street, Eatontown<\/h3>\n<p>Monmouth County SPCA\u2019s volunteer program involves the care of the shelter&#8217;s animals with tasks such as dog walking, cat socialization, and assisting with outreach events. A volunteer orientation is also required.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/njaudubon.org\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Jersey Audubon<\/a> | 701 East Lake Drive, Cape May<\/h3>\n<p>New Jersey Audubon supports and encourages preserving and understanding nature along the Jersey Shore. The organization has six areas volunteers can participate in: marketing, education + research, property maintenance, fundraising, nature store reception, and financial + general administration.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/savebarnegatbay.org\/how-you-can-help\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Save Barnegat Bay<\/a> | 117 Haines Road, Toms River<\/h3>\n<p>This organization is dedicated to supporting Barnegat Bay, which has historically struggled to maintain its ecosystem. Volunteer positions come with training and guidance, and involve assisting on school field trips, helping with fundraiser organization, and maintaining outdoor spaces. Unique skills such as graphic design, photography, writing, and video editing are also appreciated.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/wetlandsinstitute.org\/about-us\/help-us-grow\/volunteer-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Wetlands Institute<\/a> | 1075 Stone Harbor Boulevard, Stone Harbor<\/h3>\n<p>Volunteers with The Wetlands Institute help with aquarium care, outreach, administrative work, greeting visitors, special events assistance, and more. There are three levels of volunteer work depending on your commitment capabilities, so there are good opportunities for everyone. To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/wetlandsinstitute.org\/about-us\/help-us-grow\/volunteer-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Events<\/h2>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/cleanoceanaction.org\/beach-sweeps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps<\/a> | Multiple Locations<\/h3>\n<p><em>Saturday, October 24 | 9AM \u2013 12:30PM<\/em><\/p>\n<p>New Jersey&#8217;s beach sweeps have been an initiative held since 1985 to clean up beaches across the Garden State. Volunteers of all ages are accepted, and a full list of participating beaches can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/cleanoceanaction.org\/beach-sweeps\/sites-and-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/monmouthhabitat.org\/women-build-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Women Build 2026<\/a> | Multiple Locations<\/h3>\n<p><em>Hosted until October<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Women Build is a program that gives women the opportunity to volunteer, build, and advocate for affordable housing. Volunteers are given select assignments and contribute at a local housing program site to raise funds. Lunch and equipment are provided.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>See More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/best-jersey-city-hoboken-artists-hire-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hoboken + Jersey City Artists to Hire Instead of Using AI Slop<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Follow @thejerseyshoregirl_ on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejerseyshoregirl_\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">&nbsp;Instagram<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;for the latest Jersey Shore updates,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/twilight-lion-90332.myflodesk.com\/jrf4qhj7qk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">sign up for our weekly newsletter here<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/calendar\/jersey-shore-events-this-week\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">events calendar<\/span><\/a>, which has over 40+ events weekly to peruse.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/lifestyle\/ \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>giving backThere&#8217;s always an opportunity to give back to those in need, whether supporting local shelters or humanitarian initiatives. 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