Volunteer Opportunities, Churches, and Hobby Groups

The best way to “bloom where you are planted” is to make friends in your community. There are multiple ways for you and your family to meet new people in the River Region by getting involved with groups that share common interests. Get connected—and get to know the community. 

Newcomers Club of the Greater Montgomery Area
The goal of the Newcomers Club is to welcome and support women new to the the greater Montgomery area. Women who are looking to join a group of active members are invited to join and attend activity groups such as a book club, cooking club, bowling club, bunco group, scrapbooking, movie club, art and crafts club, and a walking club. There are also luncheons and social events to get involved in. There are also monthly newsletters to keep you up to date on upcoming activities and events.

Prattville-Millbrook Friends and Newcomers Club
This group of ladies helps newcomers develop friendships through club activities and learn more about the area. It meets on the third Thursday of each month (September-May) at 9:30 am. at McQueen Smith YMCA in Prattville. There are several different club activities to choose from, including a book club, a crafting group, and a movie club.

 

Christchurch
We are a growing community of committed followers of Jesus, and we would love for you to become a part of what God is doing in our midst! Christchurch is part of the Anglican Church, and thus is a member of the third-largest Christian denomination in the world, with over 80 million believers joining in common worship around the globe. We celebrate the richness of the Christian tradition, so we pray ancient prayers and experience sacramental moments each week that link us to the earliest days of Church life. Our music is rich in both traditional hymns and modern songs of praise. In addition to our rich worship life, we enjoy a deep sense of loving our community, as we rejoice in our calling to be a family in Christ Jesus. We love to be together, to encourage one another, and to hold one another accountable to the joys and rigors of Christian life. We have vibrant adult, youth, and children’s programs that study God’s word and encourage each member of Christchurch to engage in mission and ministry. In all things, we want to be the hands and feet of Christ, drawing the world into His saving embrace. Please come see what God is doing at Christchurch!

 First Baptist Church
The First Baptist Family welcomes you to Montgomery and to the life and ministry of our church. At First Baptist Church, our greatest desire is to honor the Lord and care for people. We want every man, woman, and child to experience the life Jesus Christ freely offers to all who will receive Him. First Baptist extends open arms to all people from all walks of life, and all ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds, who accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. First Baptist believes the Bible is the Word of God and seeks to build its practices around its eternal principles. We would love for you to be our guest at one of our worship services or other activities held throughout the week.

Frazer Church
Frazer is a diverse community of faith where everyone is welcome to find hope and follow Jesus. Encounter God’s presence in worship, connect to others in community, and make a difference together through service and mission. Vibrant worship experiences offered on Sundays include 8:30 a.m. Traditional, and 11:00 a.m. Contemporary. At 9:45 we offer a growth hour with Sunday School classes for children, students and adults of all ages. Families will enjoy excellent children’s ministries and engaging student programs. Hispanic services are also offered, along with Korean translation and sign language. Known as a church that reaches out to serve the community, Frazer’s mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the hope of the world. Locally, we have launched Transformation Montgomery, a holistic ministry to revitalize neighborhoods. Internationally, we support mission efforts in some of the most impoverished places in the world, with a special focus on the needs of orphans. Watch us live online at frazer.church/live and when you are ready to visit in person, know that you will be welcomed like family!

Saint James Church
Welcome to our community! Here at Saint James Church, our vision is to become a community that abides in Christ and bears fruit by practicing the ways of Jesus together! We offer various ministries for families and recreation, as well as opportunities to use your unique, God-given gifts to help others. Our goal is to help you strengthen your relationship with God and others, increase your faith, and serve those in need. To our military community, we are extremely grateful for your service and strive to provide you and your family with a welcoming and joyful environment. We welcome everyone to join us this Sunday for our Contemporary & Kids worship services at 9:30 a.m. or our Traditional worship service at 11 a.m. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at info@sjlife.com or through Facebook Messenger.

St. John’s Episcopal Church
Located in downtown Montgomery, St. John’s is the oldest Episcopal parish in the city. It was organized in 1834 by a small group of pioneer settlers. We take pride in being one of Alabama’s most enduring landmarks and look forward to a future as vibrant as our past. We’d love to connect with you, and we invite you to join us in worship—there’s a seat for you at this table. When you visit St. John’s, you will be our respected and welcome guest. With an active congregation of all ages, beautiful liturgy and music, and exciting offerings in Christian formation, mission, and ministry we share in the life and energy of the Kingdom of God that is alive and well in this area. Start your week feeling refreshed, fulfilled and ready to live out your calling. We offer two Sunday morning worship services, an in-person only service at 7:30 am and a 10:30 am offered both in-person and online.

Taylor Road Baptist Church
Each week, people find Taylor Road Baptist Church a church to call home. Others are still just taking a look. No matter where you are in the journey, our church is glad to have you among us. It is our desire for all who take part in our ministry to have a clear mind for God’s wisdom, and open heart for God’s love, and a willing hand for God’s service. 

Trinity Presbyterian Church
Trinity Presbyterian Church (TPC) believes the Holy Bible is infallible, inerrant, living, and our source for an obedient, joyful life. We are a church committed to worshiping God, growing in Jesus Christ, encouraging each other, building community, and reaching out to a world desperate for the Gospel. We hope you will come experience a church that deeply reveres our past while embracing the future as joyful members of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). We have spent 130 years preaching straight from God’s Word. We do not stray from Scripture nor do we reinterpret sound doctrine based on the latest cultural trend. Come join us at Trinity and experience the love that God’s abundant grace has been providing since 1891. To Him be the Glory.

 

Alabama Nature Center-Millbrook
(334) 285-4550

Volunteers are occasionally needed for working at special events, managing trails, caring for animals, and more. 

Autauga County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)– Prattville
(334) 610-5962

CASA volunteers are trained to advocate for the best interests of children in Autauga County who are attending court hearings, adjusting to new homes, and navigating the child welfare system.

Autauga Creek Improvement Committee-Prattville
(334) 361-9302

The Autauga Creek Improvement Committee’s mission is to provide a natural, scenic, and educational recreation experience through conservation and preservation of public access to the Autauga Creek Canoe Trail. Volunteers are needed to help keep the Creek clean.

Baptist Medical Center Volunteers
(334) 747-2974

Volunteers provide meaningful services to patients, families, and visitors while receiving training, references for future employment, and a 10 percent discount on hospital stays.

Easterseals Central Alabama
(334) 395-4489

Easterseals provides a variety of services to help people with autism and other disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve personal goals.

Friendship Mission

(334) 356-6412

Volunteers can help provide food and shelter to men, women, and children by providing services like cleaning, manual labor, pantry/supply organization, helping out at the soup kitchen, etc.

Habitat for Humanity
(334) 832-9313

Not only do they need construction work, but they also need volunteers for committees: Family Selection, Family Partner, Building, Volunteer, and Development/Publicity.

Hands on River Region
(334) 264-3335

The Volunteer & Information Center connects volunteers with opportunities throughout the River Region.

Humane Society of Elmore County– Wetumpka
(334) 567-3377

Volunteers can help out at the Humane Society of Elmore County by exercising dogs, assisting with fundraising events, working at the Tails End Thrift Store, and fostering adoptable pets.

Montgomery Area Council on Aging
(334) 263-0532

Typical services include delivering Meals on Wheels, teaching classes, making visits in person or on the telephone, helping at senior center activities, and escorting seniors to appointments. 

Montgomery Humane Society
(334) 409-0622

Volunteers are a crucial part of the survival of the Montgomery Humane Society. They enable the society to help the thousands of animals that come into the shelter each year.

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
(334) 625-4362

Volunteers play an integral role at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. You will find all types of opportunities to help the Museum, all tailored to the interest of the individual. Volunteer opportunities have very flexible time commitments.

Prattville/Autauga Humane Society
(334) 358-2882

Volunteers are always needed to help with adoptions, foster care, cleaning, grooming, and socializing the shelter animals. Positions are also available in fundraising, education, and special events.

River Region United Way
(334) 264-7318

Whether it’s reading to children or delivering meals to home- bound seniors, there are plenty of volunteer options available every day.

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery– Wetumpka
(334) 478-3366

Volunteer tasks include staffing the gallery, assisting with special events and fundraising, general housekeeping, and more.

Montgomery Area Autism Networking Group
(334) 517-8921

The Montgomery Area Autism Networking Group aims to bring River Region parents together to share resources, create playgroups, and promote advocacy, as well as bring new services to the area for children with Autism.

Montgomery Area Down Syndrome Outreach Group
montgomeryareadownsyndrome@gmail.com

The Montgomery Area Down Syndrome Outreach Group helps parents, expecting parents, families, and those affected with Down Syndrome.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group
(334) 396-4797

This group provides understanding, education, and information to family members and friends of those who suffer from mental illness. These meetings are typically 60-90 minutes long and occur weekly, every other week or monthly (varies by location). 

Family Guidance Center Co-Parenting Program
(334) 270-4100

The goal of this program is to help divorced parents establish a co-parenting style that will promote stability, predictability, and a positive environment for their children.

MOPS- Mothers of Preschoolers
MOPS gives mothers of preschoolers the chance to meet with other moms experiencing the same things. Childcare is provided. MOPS meets the first and third Tuesday mornings 9:30 to 11:30 am at Young Meadows Presbyterian Church.

Capital City Master Gardener Association
(334) 252-4769

This program trains and certifies individuals in horticulture and related areas. These individuals, in turn, volunteer their expertise and services to help others through horticultural projects that benefit the community.

Central Alabama Master Gardener Association – Wetumpka
(334) 567-6301

This organization is for people who are interested in gardening. Members are invited to a monthly Lunch and Learn at Wetumpka’s First Presbyterian Church on the second Tuesday of every month at noon.

Elmore County Art Guild – Wetumpka
(334) 399-5115

Diverse individuals with varying backgrounds and interests meet to advance and promote the appreciation, enjoyment, and exhibition of the visual arts. Membership is open to all adults who are interested in supporting and promoting the arts.

Millbrook-Coosada Kiwanis Club

Kiwanis Club members serve their communities by participating in various projects and fundraisers that assist local charities, hospitals, schools, shelters, and other organizations. Meetings are held on Wednesdays at noon at The Plantation House in Millbrook, and there is typically a special guest speaker each month.

 

Montgomery Alabama Dog Obedience Club
madoc@madoc.club

Founded in 1971, MADOC offers classes in obedience, rally,and agility. Members are involved in nursing home and school visits, as well as sponsoring AKC agility and obedience trials. 

Montgomery Capital Rotary Club
(334) 372-0044

This club meets for lunch every Thursday at the Wynlakes Country Club to engage with guest speakers, learn about issues affecting the community, and make a difference in local and international causes.

Montgomery Gem & Mineral Society
The Montgomery Gem & Mineral Society is a lapidary arts, paleontology, geology, gemology, rockhounding, and jewelry making club. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Mureal Crump Community Center.

Montgomery Rotary Club
(334) 467-0742

This club meets every Monday for lunch at the RSA Activity Center. Members serve a variety of local civic, religious, and social service organizations.

Prattauga Art Guild – Prattville
(334) 595-0850

Through its various exhibits and programs, the Prattauga Art Guild brings fine arts and art education to Prattville and the River Region. The Guild meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Prattville Creative Arts Center. Membership is open to all artists and non-artists 18 years and older. 

Prattville-Millbrook Sunrise Rotary Club
(334) 313-3160

The Rotary Club brings business and community leaders together to promote humanitarian services and advance goodwill around the world. They meet each Monday morning at 7:00am at the Prattville Hampton Inn to eat breakfast together and learn about community happenings. Throughout the year, this club hosts fundraisers and volunteers in the community. 

Prattville Rotary Club
This club meets every Tuesday at noon at the Prattville YMCA Bradford Branch. Members of the club support several community service projects each year, including a scholarship program for high school students in the Autauga County/ Prattville area, the Taste of Prattville fundraising event, and a charity golf tournament in conjunction with the Prattville- Millbrook Sunrise Rotary Club.

Radio Aero Modelers of Montgomery
(334) 538-1295

This is an Academy of Model Aeronautics-sanctioned club dedicated to the advancement and enjoyment of the hobby of Radio Control (RC) Aviation.

Wetumpka Rotary Club
(334) 567-6723

Wetumpka Rotarians support a variety of local groups and organizations, distribute dictionaries to 3rd grade students in the Wetumpka area, and hold an annual speech contest for high school students from area schools.