Connect with Community Groups
Find people who care about the same things you do.
Getting involved does not always start at a public meeting. Sometimes it starts by finding people who share your interests, concerns or hopes for the community.
Community and civic groups bring residents together around shared purposes. Some focus on service. Others focus on hobbies, advocacy, youth, faith, wellness, arts, culture or neighborhood concerns.
Joining a group can help you meet new people, build a stronger sense of belonging and contribute to our community.
Explore the resources below to find a group or opportunity for what you care about.
Find a Group That Shares Your Interests
Whether you want to serve others, meet people, learn something new or take action on a local issue, there are groups across Alamance County that can help you get connected.
Civic Groups
Service-oriented organizations that help residents give back and strengthen the community.
Civic groups bring people together to serve the community, support local needs and build relationships with other residents.
Explore Alamance Libraries’ list of civic organizations to find service-oriented groups such as Civitans and Ruritans, as well as clubs with specific missions. For example, Lions Clubs support people who are hearing or visually impaired, while Kiwanis Clubs focus on youth mentorship.
Best fit if you want to:
- Serve with other residents
- Support a specific community need
- Join an established organization with regular opportunities to participate
- Build relationships through service
Community and Special Interest Groups
Groups organized around shared hobbies, interests, professions and causes.
Community and special interest groups help residents connect around the things they enjoy, value or want to learn more about.
Explore Alamance Libraries’ list of community and special interest groups to find organizations focused on hobbies, advocacy, professional interests and more. Whether you are interested in quilting, beekeeping, advocacy, running or another shared interest, these groups can help you meet people and feel more connected.
Best fit if you want to:
- Meet people with similar interests
- Try something new
- Build community around a hobby, cause or profession
- Find a lower-pressure way to get involved
For Alamance Teams
Resident-led action teams working on local, grassroots community change.
The For Alamance Initiative empowers community members to take action on the issues that matter most to them.
For Alamance includes five action teams: Faith, Narrative, Youth Wellness, Bridging and Arts & Culture. Each team is made up of local residents who volunteer their time to support positive change through grassroots community initiatives.
Best fit if you want to:
- Work with others on local issues
- Join a resident-led action team
- Support grassroots community change
- Take part in building a more caring, connected Alamance County
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Not Sure Which Group Is Right for You?
You don’t have to know exactly where you fit before you reach out. Start with what feels most meaningful, useful or easiest right now.
If you are not ready to join anything yet, start by learning.
Visit a group’s website, attend one meeting, follow their updates or ask a question. Getting connected can begin with one small step.
The right group is not always the first one you try — that’s OK. What matters is finding a place where you can build relationships, learn more about your community and take part in something that helps Alamance County become more caring and connected
Keep Exploring Ways to Get Involved
Community groups are one way to get connected, but they are not the only place to start. Return to the Civic Guide to explore local meetings, school involvement, volunteer opportunities and other ways to take part in Alamance County.