Save the Children depends on the enthusiasm and commitment of its wonderful volunteers for essential fundraising and awareness-raising.

Over the coming months, Save the Children Canada will be unveiling more and more opportunities for you to volunteer. Keep checking back for updates.

Volunteers across the country are hosting exciting events to raise awareness about the work of Save the Children Canada, and to raise essential funds for our work. Vist the Special Events section to see what's taking place in your community, or to learn how to host your own event at How you can help.

If you are a student in a school or university, you can get your whole class involved!
Visit the How you can help section for ideas.

By joining our team of volunteers, you will be:

• Contributing locally to global change;
• Participating in an international development organization that is a member of an alliance of 29 Save the Children Canada organizations around the world and collectively works in over 100 countries;
• Deepening your skills;
• Enhancing your professional and personal horizons;
• Expanding your network of contacts;
• Meeting like-minded individuals who care about children's rights.

No matter how you become involved with Save the Children Canada, you can be confident that you will be making a difference in the lives of others as well as your own.

Become a Save the Children Canada Volunteer
Hold an event, join a group, start a club!

Download the Volunteer Guide and Getting Started Forms

How you can help
Right now, you can make a difference to the lives of children worldwide. Whether you are nine or ninety, Save the Children Canada welcomes you as a volunteer. There are many ways you can lend a hand by having fun!

Volunteer Branches
Save the Children Canada has volunteer branches across the country.

Headquarters Volunteer Vacancies
Save the Children Canada's National Office in Toronto often requires volunteers with different skills and interests to assist various departments.

Become a Member of Save the Children Canada
Members of Save the Children Canada are dedicated, dues-paying volunteers who are eligible to vote at the Annual General Meeting. Volunteers who do not wish to become members are still welcome to volunteer with the organization. Every volunteer plays an important role in helping the children and our programs.

Save the Children Canada Volunteer Policy

Save the Children Canada Volunteer Updates

For more information visit the Frequently Asked Questions Volunteering section.