Our guide to volunteering in Dubai
Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back and one of the easiest ways for newcomers to meet people. This page lists dated volunteering opportunities from our calendar, including beach and desert clean-ups, tree planting, food and donation drives and community projects across the emirates.
Types of volunteering
Environmental clean-ups on beaches, in the desert and in the mangroves are the most common one-off activities. Food banks, clothing drives and charity events need helpers, especially during Ramadan and the winter holidays. Animal shelters and community groups also welcome regular volunteers.
How to get involved
Choose an event below and register with the organiser. If you want to volunteer regularly, groups such as the Spread Kindness volunteering team run activities through the year. Our New to the UAE calendar also lists community meetups.
Organising a volunteering activity? Submit an event and we will help people across the UAE find it.