Idealist

Idealist is a platform for finding volunteer opportunities, nonprofit jobs, and social-impact positions, and for organizations to post jobs, events, and volunteer listings. Following its merger with VolunteerMatch in early 2025, the site brings together volunteer matching and social-impact career listings in one place, serving individuals looking to take action and organizations seeking to recruit.

Users can search volunteer opportunities across cause areas, including virtual and onsite options, and post volunteer listings for free. Organizations can also explore business solutions for sharing volunteer opportunities with employees or platform audiences. Resources for volunteer leaders include guides and webinars, alongside career advice and community events such as Idealist Days. The Action Incubator Sessions offer free coaching, resources, and one-on-one support for community action projects.

Idealist is aimed at job seekers, volunteers, nonprofits, social-impact companies, and community groups. The platform is operated by a 501(c)(3) organization and supports users in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Volunteer listings can be posted at no cost, and the Action Incubator program is offered as a free community program.