Volunteer

Why should you consider volunteering?

The City of Maricopa offers many opportunities for volunteers to help build our city and provide services.  Volunteers are needed at Copper Sky Multigenerational Center, Maricopa Library and Cultural Center, parks, events and many other areas.  You can click the button below to view our searchable volunteer website that will make it even easier for you to find opportunities to help your city.  Here are some great reasons to start volunteering:

  • Because of your sense of commitment and pride for the community
  • To give back to the community
  • Recognition
  • Receive on-the-job training
  • Develop skills in a municipal environment
  • Networking opportunities
  • Because you believe in the cause
  • Explore your strengths and use your skills and experiences to help others

How do I join?

  1.  Submit an application
  2.  Interview
  3.  Background Check
  4.  Attend Mandatory volunteer training

See below for volunteer opportunities.

Library

Support Your Library

Volunteer

The library is always looking for dependable volunteers. To volunteer at the library, you must be 16 years or older. Simply fill out the application form in the link below and return it to the circulation desk. The volunteer coordinator will contact you within 2 weeks.

Library volunteers can assist in these activities:

  • Shelving
  • Library programs for all age groups
  • Reading to children in the Star Reader Program
  • Special Events
  • Special Projects
  • Homebound Delivery Driver

Volunteer Application Form

Join Friends of the Library

The Friends of the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing the library. The group raises funds to support literacy programs and other library activities. Friends volunteers host  book sales throughout the year, and other fund raising activities. Gently used books are available for purchase from the Friends of the Library book nook located in the library.

For more information about joining this nonprofit organization, please visit the Friends' website or contact the Friends at maricopafriendsofthelibrary@gmail.com.

Donate

The library accepts donations of books, CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays and video games. All donated items should be in good condition. The library does not accept newspapers, textbooks, or periodicals as donations. Please only drop off donations during the Library's regular hours of operation. Donations are accepted at the front desk. Please do not leave donations after hours or place them in the Library's drop box.

Monetary donations can be made through the Maricopa Community Foundation. The Maricopa Community Foundation created the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center Designated Fund to be used for free programming at the library. Donations made on behalf of the library fund are memorialized on the donor star wall to recognize foundation supporters.  

To donate online, click here to fill out a donation form. 

To make a donation by check, please download and fill out this form and mail to: 
Maricopa Community Foundation 
PO Box: 1650
Maricopa AZ,  85139


Keep Maricopa Beautiful

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Keep Maricopa Beautiful Campaign! The goal of this campaign is to be able to say that we live in a trash and litter free City where community members care about Maricopa.

Please visit www.keepmaricopabeautiful.com for more information.

Volgistics Sign-in & Sign-out for Volunteers & Coordinators

New users hit the "need a password" link and a password will be sent to your email. You may then set up your account.

VIC Volunteer Login Information Center

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

To learn more about this program, click here.


MFMD Fire Corps

To learn more about this program, click here.

MPD Cadet Program (14-20 Year Olds)

The Maricopa Police Cadet Program is designed for youth in Maricopa aged 14 to 20 years of age. It is designed to educate, grow leadership skills, build self-confidence, and dedication to service within the community.

Program participants spend two hours each week attending meeting; doing physical activity, law enforcement-specific education, and police-based scenarios. Some of the education is done by officers with specific skill sets such as SWAT, K9, DUI Enforcement, and many others.

In addition to growing their skills, Cadet participants will have the opportunity to complete community service hours volunteering at city events in Cadet uniform.

The Maricopa Police Cadet Program allows youth to have inside access and perspective to what police officers, dispatchers and police volunteers do on a daily basis. It is designed to show the impact of law enforcement and that “we is greater than I.”

If you are interested in getting more information about the Maricopa Police Cadet Program, complete this form.


Volunteers in Police Service

To learn more about this program, clickhere.


Ambassadors of Maricopa Program (AMP)

The Ambassadors of Maricopa Program (AMP) is a continuation of the Citizen Leadership Academy that connects graduates more deeply with the City of Maricopa and their community. AMP serves as a bridge between City leadership and residents, helping strengthen communication, trust, and civic engagement across the community.

Ambassadors receive ongoing updates about city projects and initiatives while actively supporting outreach, events, and volunteer opportunities. 

Learn more about the program and apply here!

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