Volunteer and Serve

It's easy to get involved in Allen! From leadership groups to book clubs and social service organizations, you'll find a comprehensive mix of interests and needs. Scroll below for information on volunteer and service opportunities.

Arts and Culture

Historic preserved home located in Downtown Allen

Allen Heritage Guild: This group oversees the Allen Heritage Center which offers events and resources related to Allen's history
Friends of the Allen Public Library: Led by volunteers, this nonprofit group is dedicated to supporting Allen Public Library through fundraisers and programs.

Boards and Commissions

Group of City boards and commissions members pictured in a group

Serve on a City board, commission or committee: These representatives are appointed by City Council to offer advice on various aspects of City development, programs and services.

Environment and Conservation

Volunteer helps distribute tree saplings at a previous Allen Arbor Day Celebration

Keep Allen Beautiful (KAB): This City board is supported by staff in the City of Allen Solid Waste Division. KAB offers a variety of volunteer programs, annual events and green initiatives.

Parks and Recreation

Camp counselor painting a project with a young student

Allen Parks and Recreation Department: Includes volunteer opportunities for adults age 18+ and those seeking court-appointed service hours. Sign up for email updates on opportunities for youth volunteers and practicum students.  
Allen Parks Foundation: Help expand development and programming within Allen's park system and recreation facilities.

Public Safety

Allen police staff discussing an equipment display with a Citizens Police Academy participant

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): Participants train in fire safety, search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. CERT members may assist during certain local emergencies.
Citizens Fire Academy: Experience an inside look at Allen Fire Department during a 10-week course.
Summer Fire Academy: Fifth and sixth grade students can learn what it takes to become an Allen firefighter.
Citizens Police Academy: Experience an inside look at Allen Police Department during a 12-week course. Graduates are eligible to train for two additional volunteer groups.
Junior Police Academy: Students entering grades seven through nine can experience law enforcement firsthand in this annual summer camp. Led by members of Allen Police Department.

Other Civic Organizations

Aerial photo of Allen water town during early sunset

Allen-Fairview Chamber of Commerce: Members enjoy access to networking and marketing opportunities, small business support and legislative representation.
Allen Veterans Memorial: Help honor members of the United States Armed Forces by facilitating engraved brick installations prior to Memorial Day and Veterans Day.