Volunteer Opportunities
Serve Locally. Travel Home.
Find 25 Hours. Strengthen Your Community. Reconnect with Family.
Why volunteering?
A stronger community.
A more connected military.
Support Local Communities
Your service helps nonprofits and community organizations make a real impact.
Builds Connection
Verified volunteer hours can help junior enlisted service members become eligible for a free flight home.
Strengthens Readiness
Connected service members are more resilient, supported and ready to serve.
Creates Lasting Impact
One volunteer opportunity can lead to a reunion, a stronger community and a greater military family.
Get Started
Where Can I Volunteer?
You can complete your volunteer hours with an organization of your choice that serves your community, including:
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Military or installation volunteer programs
- Military or veteran support organizations
- Faith-based organizations or churches
- Community centers
On Base and Veteran Programs
MWR, FSS, MCCS, planning committees, base events
Food and Basic Needs
Food banks, meal programs, and homeless shelters
Animals and Environment
Animal shleters, community garderns, and clean up projects
Youth and Families
Youth sports (on or off base), recreation centers, and education programs
Community Service
Senior centers, local nonprofits, and disaster response
Faith and Community
Places of worship and community centers
Find An Opportunity
Find The Right Opportunity For You
On Base Opportunities
Your installation is often the best place to begin. You can find military installation-specific opportunities by reaching out to your base Volunteer Coordinators.
They can connect you with on-base options that often won’t require personal transportation.
Army
Contact these offices on any Army installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Army Community Service (ACS)
- Family, Morale, Welfare, & Recreation (FMWR)
- Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)
Marine Corps
Contact these offices on any Marine installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS)
- Single Marine Program (SMP)
Navy
Contact these offices on any Navy installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC)
- Morale, Welfare, & Recreation (FMWR)
- Single Sailor Program (SSP)
- Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD)
Air Force
Contact these offices on any Air Force installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Military & Family Readiness Center (MFRC)
- Force Support Squadron (FSS)
- Airman Against Drunk Driving (AADD)
- Single Airman Initiative or R4R
Space Force
Contact these offices on any Space Force installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Military & Family Readiness Center (MFRC)
- Force Support Squadron (FSS)
Coast Guard
Contact these offices on any Coast Guard installation for opportunities to volunteer:
- Morale, Well-Being, and Recreation (MWR)
- Your Unit Resilience Program Coordinator
National Volunteer Resources
Looking beyond your installation? Use these trusted resources to find volunteer opportunities by location, cause or interest.
These are recommendations only; eligible hours may be completed with any nonprofit, on-base program, faith-based, or community organization.
Click the logos below to see specific volunteer listings
Your Service May Go Further
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM)
Volunteer service can also provide lasting personal and professional benefits. In addition to building leadership skills, teamwork, and community connections, your volunteer experience may support recognition such as the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM).
Those records may also support performance reports, resumes, scholarship applications, and other career opportunities.
How It WOrks
The Miles for Military Process
1
Volunteer
Give back where you serve.
Complete at least 25 hours of volunteer service with an eligible organization.
2
Apply
Apply at least one month before travel.
We verify eligibility, volunteer hours, and travel details.
3
Fly Home
We’ll help get you there.
Eligible service members receive a free round-trip flight, up to $1,000 for domestic flights and $1,500 for international flights.
Take Action
Apply Today
Meet the eligibility criteria? Completed your 25 hours of volunteer service? Get ready to take flight and submit your application today!
Not Ready?
We’ll email you program eligibility requirements and application instructions so you have everything you need when you’re ready to apply.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MILES
Get Inspired From Others
A1C Sarafina C.
South Dakota → North Dakota
“This ticket means a lot to me because I am flying to meet my bonus son (stepson) for the first time for his 10th birthday!” – A1C Sarafina C.
PVT Brandon H.
Georgia → Iowa
“It truly means so much to me, and I’m extremely grateful for your support and for the opportunity to spend this time with my loved ones.” – PVT Brandon H.
SN Lexis B.
Florida → Nevada
“This ticket means a lot to me because this gives me a chance to see my other side of the family again.” – SN Lexis B.
