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Volunteer with Neighbors  

for Better Neighborhoods

There are many ways to volunteer with Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods (NBN). From supporting neighborhood organizing and youth programs to helping at community events or assisting in our office, we invite you to share your time and talents to help strengthen neighborhoods across Winston-Salem and Forsyth County.

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Becoming a volunteer

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Other Ways to

Get Involved

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Current

Volunteers

Becoming a volunteer

Is one of the most meaningful ways individuals and groups can serve alongside NBN. ​

Our volunteers contribute to projects that build equity, leadership, and community resilience. Whether you enjoy connecting with neighbors, supporting youth, or working behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here.

Administrative Support

Help keep NBN’s operations strong. Volunteers may answer phones, prepare mailings, enter data, or assist with general office support. This role is perfect if you’d like to make an impact behind the scenes.

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Special Projects & Skills-Based Volunteering

Share your unique expertise—whether it’s photography, translation/interpretation, gardening, graphic design, or facilitation. We also welcome volunteers for one-time community projects like neighborhood clean-ups and beautification.

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Faith & Community Partners

Congregations and community groups can partner with NBN through service projects, resource drives, and neighborhood-based initiatives.

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Community Engagement Events

Join NBN in creating spaces where neighbors come together. Volunteers help with setup, hospitality, registration, youth activities, and ensuring events run smoothly while fostering connection and belonging.

General Support Volunteers

Here at Neighbors for Better Neighborhood, North Carolina's original hospice and palliative care provider, volunteers assist us in numerous ways. See the list below for some other ways our volunteers help us!

Health Disparities Collaborative

Support efforts that address barriers to health and well-being in our neighborhoods. Volunteers may help with outreach, connect residents to resources, and assist in events that raise awareness and promote equitable health outcomes.

Organizer’s Circle

Work alongside community organizers and resident leaders as they build power in their neighborhoods. Volunteers can assist with meeting coordination, canvassing, and providing logistical support for grassroots campaigns.

Racial Equity Training

Help advance equity and justice by supporting our Racial Equity Institute trainings and workshops. Volunteers assist with logistics, participant support, and creating a welcoming environment for deep learning and dialogue.

Resident Health Connectors

Partner with local health advocates who connect residents to care. Volunteers may help with information sharing, community outreach, and supporting neighborhood-based health education events.​

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Resident Leaders Initiative

Partner with local health advocates who connect residents to care. Volunteers may help with information sharing, community outreach, and supporting neighborhood-based health education events.

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Grassroots Grants

Assist our grantmaking process that invests directly in neighborhoods. Volunteers may help with application support, community outreach, or logistics for information sessions and award events.

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Start a Conversation

Ready to get started? Fill out our Volunteer Application, and we’ll follow up to talk about your interests and next steps.

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Whether you’re looking to serve once at a community event or engage long-term in building neighborhood leadership, NBN has opportunities for you.

Community Partnerships

Together, we strengthen neighborhoods through shared purpose and partnership.

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