Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Where to Volunteer in Fair Oaks, CA and Orangevale, CA
Want to feel more connected, give back, and make a real impact—right here at home?
Fair Oaks and Orangevale are full of good-hearted people and powerful organizations doing amazing things. Whether you’ve got five minutes or five hours, this guide shows you where to plug in and help your neighbors. Because in this community, we don’t just talk about kindness—we live it.
The photo was taken at Fair Oaks Park in 2019 during the Big Day of Service.
In Orangevale and Fair Oaks, we don’t just live side by side—we show up for each other.
Whether it’s rebuilding a fence, delivering groceries, planting flowers in a community garden, or just lending a listening ear on a tough day, the people in this area truly embody the spirit of neighbors helping neighbors. It’s not just a saying. It’s a way of life.
From the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Community Foundation to groups like the Fair Oaks Rotary, Helping Hands, Food Bank, and the incredible Big Day of Service, this community is packed with good-hearted people making a real difference.
? Here Are Just a Few Powerful Ways You Can Get Involved:
- ?️ Join a Neighborhood Watch Group
Help keep our streets safe and foster trust between neighbors. - ? Support the Local Food Bank or Plant a Community Garden
Feed families, grow fresh produce, and build something beautiful together. - ? Prepare for Emergencies as a Community
Know who your neighbors are, who needs extra help, and have a plan when disaster strikes. - ? Volunteer for Clean-Up Days & Seasonal Events
From park beautification to holiday parades, there’s always something happening where your time makes a big impact. - ? Offer or Organize Rides for Seniors or Neighbors in Need
Not everyone drives—and your seat could be someone’s lifeline.
? Community Spotlight: Organizations Making a Difference
These local organizations are the heart of the “neighbors helping neighbors” movement. They’re doing the boots-on-the-ground work to lift people up, and they’re always looking for volunteers, donations, and local support.
| Organization | What They Do | How to Get Involved |
|---|---|---|
| Orangevale-Fair Oaks Community Foundation | Supports local initiatives, connects volunteers, and strengthens the community through programs and resources. | ovfocf.org |
| Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank | Provides food and essentials to families in need across Orangevale and Fair Oaks. | orangevalefoodbank.org |
| Fair Oaks Rotary Club | A service-based organization that brings professionals together to serve the community through various hands-on projects. | fairoaksrotary.com |
| Orangevale-Fair Oaks Helping Hands | Neighbors assisting neighbors with everything from errands to home maintenance to companionship. | Helping Hands Facebook |
| Big Day of Service | Annual community-wide volunteer event with dozens of service projects to improve our neighborhoods. | bigdayofservice.com |
Ready to Make a Difference?
Whether you’ve got five hours a week or five minutes a day, there’s a place for you. These organizations are always looking for people with kind hearts and willing hands.
? Know of another group doing amazing work? Drop a comment below or email me at media@ilovefairoaks.com. I’d love to feature them!
Let’s keep building a stronger, kinder, more connected community—one neighborly act at a time. Because when we take care of each other, everybody wins.
This post was originally published in August 2019 and has been fully updated in March 2025 to reflect current opportunities and organizations serving the Orangevale and Fair Oaks communities.
