Lend Your Time, Change a Life
Volunteers are the heart of Glenwood’s mission. Every hour you give, every task you take on, and every smile you share directly support individuals with autism and behavioral health needs.
Whether you’re assisting at an event or engaging one-on-one with the people we serve, your efforts help create safe, joyful, and empowering environments. Volunteering here isn’t just about giving back; it’s about being part of a movement that brings hope and possibility to those who need it most.
Join a community of passionate, purpose-driven individuals making a lasting impact across Alabama.
Why Volunteer at Glenwood?
Whether you’re volunteering solo or with a group, your service creates growth, joy and support for individuals and families. Along the way, you’ll connect with others, build skills and make a lasting difference in your community.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR
EVERY SKILLSET
No matter your schedule or skillset, there’s a place for you at Glenwood. Whether you’re hands-on or behind the scenes, your contribution makes a difference. Volunteer opportunities include:
- Event Support: Help plan, set up or staff fundraising and awareness events
- Campus Beautification: Assist with gardening, landscaping or maintenance projects
- Creative Engagement: Lead or assist with music, art or recreational activities
- Direct Program Support: Volunteer alongside staff in our programs, with training provided.
- Group Service Days: Coordinate a volunteer experience for your workplace, school or community group.
Whether you have one hour or want to serve regularly, we’ll help you find the right fit.
Join Our Volunteer Team
To get started as a volunteer, please complete the application. We’re excited to learn more about you and look forward to partnering together in our mission to enable individuals to live their life to the fullest potential!
For questions, please contact:
Shanda Daniel
Special Projects Manager
📧 volunteer@glenwood.org
📞 (205) 795-3211
Volunteer Opportunities by month include, but aren’t limited to:
- Big Top Fundraising event: February
- 1K Spring Fling event: April
- Endowed Lecture event: April
- Ireland Legacy Golf Tournament: May
- Adult Residential Dance: July
- Power of Possibilities Fundraising event: August
- Hope Society event: October
- Fall Festival: October
- Christmas Tree Lighting & Sensory Santa Photo Night: November
- Pecans for Autism: November – December
- Operation Santa Christmas Gift campaign: December
For more information on these and other opportunities, please contact us today!