Volunteer on the Outer Banks | Non-Profits & Events

Voluntourism: Love It Like A Local!

Volunteering on the Outer Banks helps make people more aware of, and connected to, the important work that (more than 100!) Dare County nonprofits are doing within the community. By getting involved with local organizations, residents, visitors, and second homeowners come away with a deeper appreciation for the area and a greater sense of responsibility. Let‘s protect what we love, together.

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Search, Find and Sign Up to Lend a Hand Today!

The Volunteer OBX portal is your new online community hub for doing good. Click here to quickly search, find and sign up for volunteer opportunities that match your interests and schedule. The portal also provides local Dare County nonprofits and community organizations with FREE tools to recruit, engage and retain volunteers — helping connect willing hands with the projects that need them most. Visit VolunteerOBX.com to learn more and get started!

2nd Annual Outer Banks Volunteer Week: October 10-17, 2026

The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is excited to host the 2nd Annual Outer Banks Volunteer Week from October 10-17, 2026, with several opportunities for visitors, residents and second homeowners to connect more deeply with the community by volunteering with local organizations on a variety of projects and events. Part of the Bureau's expanding Voluntourism program, Volunteer Week aims to support local partners, promote off-season visitation to Dare County and highlight the ongoing work that goes into caring for and sustaining the Outer Banks.

GET INVOLVED! Click here to explore Volunteer Week opportunities and sign up!

Volunteer Spotlight: Cycle NC Mountains to Coast Ride (October 9-10)

The Cycle North Carolina Mountains to Coast Ride is a 7-day, fully supported bicycle tour traveling along scenic back roads that showcase rural North Carolina. Eight towns have been selected to serve as overnight hosts as the event moves across the state, including Manteo! Each day, cyclists can expect to ride an average of 60-65 miles between overnight towns.

Volunteers are needed to assist with serving beverages, cutting/serving fruit and other snacks and general event duties:
Friday, October 9 | Creef Cut Trail, Manns Harbor, NC | 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday, October 10 | Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC | 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Saturday, October 10 | Bodie Island Lighthouse, Nags Head, NC | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER