Five ways to give back and get involved in your community (opens original article in a new tab)

The article lists five community volunteer opportunities in the Tampa Bay area, including marine education, teen conferences, Pilates classes for a cause, library training, and homeless support.

• Volunteer opportunities include the Marine Exploration Center, Hero To A Child's teen conference, Pilates for a Purpose, Largo Public Library ELL program, and Dinner and Duds for the Homeless.
• Each opportunity requires different time commitments and roles, such as event preparation, education support, and administrative tasks.
• Organizations seek volunteers for specific dates and tasks, with requirements like background checks and age restrictions.