Friendthropist turns local volunteer events into the friendships you've been missing. Show up to give back. Leave with someone who gets you.
Small acts of connection, every week. Building the muscle before the event.
Friendship isn't built by time. It's built by moments. Philanthropy creates the moments.
Browse AI-curated local volunteer events scored for their friendship-formation potential. Food bank shifts, park cleanups, charity runs, all in your city.
Invite a friend via a shareable event card, or flag yourself as solo. We'll match you with another member so neither of you walks in alone.
During the event, shared purpose does the heavy lifting. No forced icebreakers. No awkward networking. Just two people doing something that matters.
After the event, tell us who you clicked with. We'll make warm introductions so the connection doesn't die in the parking lot.
Every week, a small, doable act of connection. Text an old friend. Compliment a stranger. Buy someone's coffee. Build the habit before the event.
The biggest barrier to attending events alone is, well, being alone. We pair solo attendees so you always have someone to walk in with.
Nobody wants to admit "I need friends." But everyone respects "I volunteer." Friendthropist gives you a dignified reason to show up, and friendship is what happens while you're doing something good.
Not all events are equal for making friends. Our AI scores every event for conversation potential, group size, shared experience intensity, and follow-up likelihood.
Met someone you liked? We handle the follow-up. No awkward "can I get your number?" Just a warm intro that keeps the connection going.
Discover events and get weekly missions at no cost. Founding members unlock the full experience.
Friendthropist is launching in Des Moines, Iowa. A city built on community, meeting a platform built on belonging.