Volunteer Opportunities

Words saying "We believe in making a difference.'

Royal Oak welcomes individuals dedicated to service and lending a helping hand. A host of opportunities are available in the areas of youth, nature, community development, and so many more. If you have a strong desire and commitment to volunteer, you have come to the right place. We encourage you to explore volunteer opportunities!

Get Involved!

Municipal Volunteer Opportunities

Commissions, Boards,  and Committees

Contact information

Those interested in applying to a board or committee may do so when there is a vacancy. 

Current Board and Committee Vacancies


Mahany/Meininger Senior Center

Contact Information

Carolyn Marsh

Phone: 248-246-3917


Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade

Contact Information

Judy Davids

Phone: 248-246-3201

Email: judyd@romi.gov

Veterans Events Committee Website



Royal Oak Public Library Butterfly Garden

Contact Information

Mary Ann DeKane

Phone: 248-246-3714

Email: maryann@ropl.org

Royal Oak Police Auxiliary Unit

Contact Information

Phone: 248-246-3525 

Auxiliary Unit Website


Royal Oak Public Library

Contact Information

Danis Houser

Phone: (248) 246-3714 

Email: danis.houser@romi.gov, or 

Library Website


WROK Cable TV

Contact Information

Richard Wilson

Phone: 248-246-3040 

WROK Website

Royal Oak Service Clubs

Visit the Royal Oak Inter Club's Council's Service Club Directory to find a Royal Oak-based organization that matches your interests.


Community Volunteer Opportunities

Royal Oak Community Coalition

Contact Information

Melissa Morris

Phone: 248-703-9515

Royal Oak Community Coalition Website


Judson Center

Contact Information

Peggy Kerr

Phone: (248) 837-2019

Email: peggy_kerr@judsoncenter.org

Judson Center Website


Royal Oak Nature Society

Contact Information

4410 W Thirteen Mile

Royal Oak MI 48073

Phone: 248-246-3380 & leave a message

Royal Oak Nature Society Website





Detroit Zoo

Contact Information

Phone:  248-541-5717

Detroit Zoo Website


Gilda’s Club Metro Detroit

Contact Information

Phone: 248-577-0800

Email:  info@gildasclubdetroit.org

Gilda's Club Website


Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak

Contact Information

Phone: 248-898-0850 (leave a message)

Contact: volunteer.beaumont.org


YMCA - South Oakland Family YMCA

Contact Information 

Phone: 248-547-0030





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