An example of a volunteer opportunity within one’s community might be

join the US Army or US Navy.
sign up for the Peace Corps.
serve at a homeless shelter.
take part in Teach for America.

serve at a local animal shelter.

participate in a community clean-up event.
volunteer at a food bank.
mentor a student in a local school.
help organize a fundraiser for a nonprofit organization.
assist at a senior center or nursing home.
volunteer at a local hospital or clinic.
become a Big Brother or Big Sister mentor.
participate in a neighborhood watch program.
serve on a board or committee for a local nonprofit organization.