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
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.
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
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
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
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.