Volunteers in Pinellas
Pinellas County Government depends upon volunteers to help provide residents and visitors with the best service possible. As a Volunteer In Pinellas (VIP), you can expect to make a difference too.
Join us and help Pinellas County be one of the best places to live, work, play and volunteer. Watch a brief video highlighting volunteer opportunities:
Cross Bayou/Joe’s Creek Cleanup on Saturday, April 15
Register now to join Pinellas County Environmental Management and Keep Pinellas Beautiful in a volunteer cleanup event at Cross Bayou Canal and Joe’s Creek on April 15, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Joe’s Creek Access, 7002 78th St. N., Pinellas Park.
Bring your own watercraft, borrow a canoe for as long as supplies last, or sign up for a shuttle boat to the mangrove islands. Volunteers must be 18 or over.
How to Get Started

Ready to Volunteer?
We want to match your unique interests, talents, and abilities to a volunteer opportunity in the community.

Ready to Intern?
High school and college students can gain job experience, build a resume and create connections with professionals in their field.

Need Bright Futures Hours?
We offer opportunities for high school students to meet the requirements for a Florida Bright Futures Scholarship.
Links for Current VIPs
- Contact Us
- Volunteer/Intern Hours Log
- Volunteer Site Coordinators (SharePoint login required)
Community Service
Looking to fulfill court ordered community service hours? Contact our Parks and Recreation Department at (727) 582-2914.
Retirees
Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirees are welcome to volunteer for Pinellas County but it can impact your pension for the first year of retirement. Email volunteers@pinellas.gov for more information.
3/14/23