Opportunities From: Center for Community Engagement

Join MEDLIFE's Moving Mountains Campaign! Students can earn 5 service hours each semester by creating their own Give Lively fundraising page for MEDLIFE’s Moving Mountains: Power to Grow campaign. This initiative supports holiday supplies and community-led projects in healthcare, education, and safe housing across Latin America and Africa. To qualify for hours, students must:

1. Register for our Moving Mountains webinar: Webinar Registration

2. Create a GiveLively page and make an effort to raise funds (anything helps even just $1!) Join our team here: Join UC MEDLIFE’s GiveLively!

Service hour certificate information and additional information can be accessed here: Service Hours Info

We have a last minute call out for help with our Remote Supports department for an install at our Find-A-Way Apartments in Oakley. No need to be mechanically inclined. We just need a few extra hands.

This Saturday we are looking for two people that can tutor younger elementary aged kids one on one. It is a lot of fun and everything will be provided for you when you get there! The topics can be anything from reading to math, but it will all be very basic and the kids love the help!!

The location is Avon Fields Golf Course. Instead of parking infront of the main clubhouse, drive a little further to their driving range. When you go to their driving range there will be a smaller grey building with the door propped open. Inside is a man named Ron, he will know exactly what you are there for and will help you get settled! Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns, (614) 357-1352. 

Volunteers are needed to help prepare our Annual Fund Campaign mailing sent to 2,500 households to generate support for a nonprofit community arts center. This is our largest fundraiser of the year, providing vital support that enables us to keep our programs accessible to everyone.

Tasks include: folding letters, stuffing and labeling envelopes. Volunteers are welcome to bring a snack/lunch and portable music players to listen to while you work. If you cannot stay the full day (10-3), please let us know the hours you can work.

Must have transportation to Kennedy Heights Arts Center's Lindner Annex, 6620 Montgomery Road. We are on the Metro bus line.

Join the Aamhi Marathi Student Association (AMSA) team in bringing Kaho Na Prom Hai — UC’s very own Bollywood-inspired prom night — to life! ✨

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this glamorous night a success. From decorating the venue to serving food and managing guests, your contribution will help create an unforgettable experience for the UC community.

Be an actor in UCPD's yearly Active Threat/Active Shooter training!

Each year, our officers go through classroom and scenario training in the most critical of situations that they may encounter: an Active Shooter/Active Threat. In order to make the scenarios more realistic and beneficial, we need volunteer "actors" who interact with our officers when they go through the scenarios. No volunteer will be the "bad guy" and protective equipment is provided; however, fake ammunition is used that is similar to airsoft rounds. Our actors in the past have had a great time, but also really enjoyed learning and being a part of what our officers go through to be best prepared for the University community.

Lunch will be provided and feel free to contact Officer Greg Valerius with any questions (513-556-0908).

Join us Saturday November 8th, 5pm-10pm, in supporting the continued revitalization of the College Hill Business District through our Hollywood on the Hill Gala & Fundraiser! In honor of 50 years of community-driven growth, we are launching a $50,000 fundraising campaign to support the 2nd phase of redevelopment of the College Hill Hollywood Theatre. Your generosity will help transform this beloved landmark into a vibrant cultural hub, and the heart of our neighborhood for generations to come. Together, let’s write the next chapter of College Hill’s story. The Hollywood on the Hill Gala will serve as both a celebration and a catalyst—honoring the Theater’s 100-year history while inspiring collective excitement for its next chapter.

You will provide childcare for children that do not want to attend our concert with their parents.  Many children will be younger--3-8 years old?

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! Sign Up Today - https://ideali.st/uyWVkZ

This Cincinnati Hungry Turkey Marathon & 5K needs YOU — no feathers required (but extra applause if you bring some!).
We’re on the hunt for energetic, enthusiastic folks to join our volunteer crew and help make race day epic.

Tasks you might snag:

·       Registration/Runner Check-in

·       Cheer station champion (pom-poms optional, enthusiasm mandatory).

·       Hydration crew hero (keeping runners fueled & fabulous).

·       Finish-line high-fives distributor (join the joy train!).

·       Holtman's Donuts after the finish line (because why not? We’re celebrating the holiday!).

Our choir is hosting a rehearsal and workshop for our members.  We would like to offer childcare during this Saturday morning rehearsal.  We know there are at least 2 four-year-olds needing care.

Help work concessions for the Bengals game on November 2nd, Chicago Bears at Cincinnati Bengals

Volunteers are needed to help prepare our Annual Fund Campaign mailing sent to 2,500 households to generate support for a nonprofit community arts center. This is our largest fundraiser of the year, providing vital support that enables us to keep our programs accessible to everyone.

Tasks include: folding letters, stuffing and labeling envelopes. Volunteers are welcome to bring a snack/lunch and portable music players to listen to while you work. If you cannot stay the full day (10-3), please let us know the hours you can work.

Must have transportation to Kennedy Heights Arts Center's Lindner Annex, 6620 Montgomery Road. We are on the Metro bus line.

Volunteers are needed to help prepare our Annual Fund Campaign mailing sent to 2,500 households to generate support for a nonprofit community arts center. This is our largest fundraiser of the year, providing vital support that enables us to keep our programs accessible to everyone.

Tasks include: folding letters, stuffing and labeling envelopes. Volunteers are welcome to bring a snack/lunch and portable music players to listen to while you work. If you cannot stay the full day (10-3), please let us know the hours you can work.

Must have transportation to Kennedy Heights Arts Center's Lindner Annex, 6620 Montgomery Road. We are on the Metro bus line.

We are returning to Wyoming's North Park to make more progress. This is a manual labor event. Please wear long sleeves and long pants, and shoes suitable for tromping through the weeds. We are removing honeysuckle and porcelain berry vines with hand tools and chainsaws.

This job will be moving videos that are hosted on our website to our YouTube channel. YouTube posting experience is required. If you are interested, please send an email to VolunteerManager@charactercincinnati.org. Provide the name of the opportunity you want, your name, major, year of graduation, how many hours you need, and the date of when you need them. Include a brief explanation of why you want to participate in this opportunity. Please keep in mind that all completed work must be submitted by Dec. 1, 2025.

Are you ready to be a hero to a special needs family in crisis? Then join us for our November Parents Day Out at our Mason location! In just 4 hours you can make a radical difference in a family and in your community. 

When? SATURDAY, November 15th from 8:15am-12:30pm

Where? Pause Mason! 5165 Western Row Rd., Mason, OH 45040

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the night. By volunteering with Pause you are helping a family that cares for kid(s) with special needs, receive much needed respite to breathe and fill their cup back up.

**Please only register if you are committed to come as we confirm families when you register. It is hard to find replacements if you cancel last minute. Thank you for understanding!

Our ArtWalks welcome the public in for an immersive experience only 3 weekends a year. Visit our Resident Artists in their studios, stroll the halls full of Visiting Artists, shop unique pieces, and learn about our local art co-ops all while enjoying great food, drink, and live music!

Volunteers are needed Friday and Saturday night in two hour shifts. Opportunities include greeting and directing visitors (in the lobby or parking lot) and manning the Essex merchandise booth and complimentary coffee counter. It is a fantastic chance to get to know both established and upcoming artists in Cincinnati! Volunteers are also invited to enter the ArtWalk Art Contest, themed Starry Nights. The theme is open to interpretation and all sizes and/or mediums encouraged.

Join College Companions on Wednesday, October 29th at 5:00 PM at Epic House for an afternoon of meaningful connection! Get to know the residents, enjoy a sweat treat, heartfelt conversations, games, and earn 3 volunteer hours. Interested? Please complete this form to ensure you receive service credit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdz-HMaBmm0U0eRTLHPWffpe2RzPNb-SrAU307-j59mvrs55Q/viewform?usp=preview

Join the MCA A-Team from 10AM-1PM for the Big Push - a workparty to remove the last large remaining honeysuckle along the streambank along the Mill Creek Greenway Trail near Freedom Tree Grove in Northside.  We'll also have native plants and seed to install.

Find full event details and Registration here!

Greatings All Volunteers,

Heartfelt Tidbits is looking for help in supporting the Rising Stars Acedemy with their October and November events. 

Our Kids Holiday Party is all about bringing joy, laughter, and holiday cheer to children and families in our community. We’ve got the location locked in, and now we’re looking for amazing volunteers to help us bring the event to life!

Whether you love decorating, serving food, playing games, or just spreading smiles—we’ve got a spot for you. It’s a great way to give back, make memories, and be part of something truly special this season.

Students will help plan core events such as Noche de Ciencias and mentorship events. Other volunteer opportunities will be provided for community outreach 

Do you enjoy working with kids, having fun and meeting a major need in your community? 

Join Pause for Parents, Play for Kids for Thrive Night on Friday November 7th!

Be a 1:1 buddy to a special needs child with extra needs, a small group leader or helper, an activity station leader, a food team member and more! By volunteering with Pause For Parents, Play for Kids you are helping a family that cares for kid(s) with special needs, receive much needed respite. All activities are pre-planned and provided. You simply get to show up and have fun with your group or buddy! Training is built into the volunteer time! Parking and food are provided. 

Volunteer Check-In: 4:45pm

Event: 5:30pm- 9:30pm (Volunteers are released about 9:15/9:30pm.)

**Please only register if you are committed to come as we confirm families when you register. It is hard to find replacements if you cancel last minute. Thank you for understanding!

Make a lasting impact by volunteering to provide childcare for youth while their caregivers attend trainings—your time helps strengthen and support entire families on their healing journey.

Make a lasting impact by volunteering to provide childcare for youth while their caregivers attend trainings—your time helps strengthen and support entire families on their healing journey.

Join us in making our conference a success by volunteering with hospitality—help welcome guests, assist with check-in, or lend a hand with lunch prep and conference logistics!

Join us in making our conference a success by volunteering with hospitality—help welcome guests, assist with check-in, or lend a hand with lunch prep and conference logistics!

The NRF x AKPsi x Dress for Success Donation Drive is underway! We’re collecting clean, ready-to-wear women’s clothing and accessories to help local women feel confident in interviews and the workplace

Are you tired of seeing trash on your walk home? Well fear no more, in collaboration with Clean Your Commute CUC is asking you to take a trash bag and grab any trash you see on your walk home.Just sign up here and submit your photo at this link.

This act earns you 1 service hour!

Attend weekly meetings on Fridays at 12pm and help to run the annual middle and high school competitions.

Robotics and coding experiences is preferred. 

Contact Blaire at bartisbm@ucmail.uc.edu for more information.

Join UC Circle K in packing nearly 200 backpacks with school supplies for the local homeless students, working with Cincinnati Public School's program Project Connect!

Hop in any time along this 3 part volunteer opportunity! Collaborate with fellow UC students and Turtle Up interns to Brainstorm, Design, and Build a mixed-media mural that showcases recycled materials and displays Turtle Ups mission of championing sustainable marine ecosystems with a specific focus of sea turtles.

Help brighten your community, one piece of fabric at a time!

   Make your way to 2728 Short Vine St., and we'll get you sorted with your materials! Feel free to arrive any time between 1:00pm and 3:00pm. The opportunity runs until 5:00pm, but all supplies will need to get checked-in before then.

   At check-in, you will be provided with one bucket that has a variety of cut up fabric inside it. You will then take that bucket and walk approximately one block South. You'll see the fence mural in-progress on the right side of the street. 

   Start tying your fabric on the fence! There is black fabric that outlines the phrase "CATS!" down the center, but non-black fabric can go anywhere else.

One bucket worth of fabric is equivalent to one volunteer hour.

   After you finish tying up your whole bucket, please return it and any other borrowed materials back to 2728 Short Vine St.. We will collect all supplies and get you checked-out!

If you are not a Student, Faculty Member, or are having trouble signing up for any reason

— please contact cat@uc.edu —

Alternative ways to sign up will be provided.

Task: Volunteers will assist with unboxing cases of turkeys and placing them into large bins in preparation for a turkey giveaway event on Tuesday, November 25.

Registered Groups: 

Please review the dress code guidelines:

Arrival:   Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time to check in at the registration desk. You will be directed to the volunteer area where the event will occur.

Volunteers are needed to fold/put away laundry, wash used cans for recycling, break down cardboard for recycling, clean cat trees, wash walls in cat rooms, and other chores as needed.  Would prefer volunteer is able to lift 40-50 lbs. but not necessary.

We currently have the following shifts open and 1 to 2 volunteers are needed per shift:

Mon 10am-noon   or    1pm-3pm

Wed  1pm-3pm

Thurs 10am-noon    or  1pm-3pm

Sat 10am-noon   or      1pm-3pm

One of the ways you can make a direct impact is by helping us build regulation kits—simple but powerful tools that help children manage big emotions and feel safe. No special skills are needed, and all instructions and materials will be provided on site.

Empower Learn Create  at UC  (ELC at UC)  is celebrating 50 years of learning, growth, and community! We’re looking for a few friendly volunteers to help welcome families as they arrive for the celebration.

Volunteer Role:
As a Family Welcome Greeter, you’ll be one of the first friendly faces families see when they arrive. Volunteers will:

Direct cars toward the back of the Urban Artifact parking lot.

Guide guests to the correct building entrance (the side door).

Offer a warm welcome and answer simple “where do I go?” questions.

No heavy lifting or setup required — just bring your smile, warmth, and enthusiasm for this special milestone event!

Gamma Iota Sigma will be hosting a canned food drive on November 5th from 4-7. Everything will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul and students can receive 0.5 service hours per item, up to 8 hours.

We support seniors who are nearing the end of their life.  We would love to have a volunteer to chat with our seniors and their families, to learn basics about the senior's life.  Photograph the senior's hands.  Turn those items into a visual gift for the families of those we support.  

One hour of visiting with senior and talking to family members

One hour (?) of putting the project together

One hour of gifting the final project to the family

We support seniors who are nearing the end of their life.  We would love to have a volunteer to chat with our seniors and their families, to learn basics about the senior's life.  Photograph the senior's hands.  Turn those items into a visual gift for the families of those we support.  

One hour of visiting with senior and talking to family members

One hour (?) of putting the project together

One hour of gifting the final project to the family

We are looking for support for our Academic Coordinator team to assist with picking up scholars from their high school and bringing them to our Academy House in East Walnut Hills, as well as driving the scholars to their homes after programming and dinner.

Would you like to make a difference in an inner city neighborhood in Cincinnati? We're helping seniors who can't keep up with the work needed around their houses. We need volunteers to paint, clean out brush, and perform basic repairs inside and outside homes in Avondale.  No experience is necessary, just a willing heart and helping hands!

Please dress in older clothes because you'll get messy!  

Where: Meet at Compassionate Justice Ministry Center, 3494 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45229. 

Enter in the back of the building by the parking lot.  

Contact Kimbra with any questions: ktribble@cj.church

 Lunch is provided!

Inclement Weather Plan: We work in any weather as long as the roads are safe to travel.

Work with Imago to build and improve outdoor learning sites at Cincinnati Public Schools. Through this unique outdoor opportunity you will be supporting classroom education that takes place exploring natural areas on the school's campus.

Work will include trail building, habitat restoration work and small scale gardening and landscaping.

Please note that these opportunities will NOT take place at Imago's nature preserve (700 Enright). We will email exact directions to volunteers before each work day.

Looking for a simple way to do something meaningful this Fall?

Join St. Francis Seraph Ministries and help serve breakfast or dinner to our neighbors in need — just minutes from UC’s campus.

Every meal is more than food — it’s a moment of connection, kindness, and respect for guests experiencing poverty. Your presence helps create a welcoming space where everyone feels cared for and seen.

Volunteer Shifts (Monday–Friday, excluding holidays):
Breakfast: 6:45 – 9:00 AM
Dinner: 3:45 – 6:00 PM

Come once or come often — every shift makes a real difference.

We’re located only 1.5 miles from UC in the St. Anthony Center (Liberty & Republic).
Free parking is available on Liberty St. and behind St. Francis Seraph School (enter from Vine St., park between the green school fence and Hubert St.).

Sign up here:  https://sfsministries.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=79839

As the season changes, it’s the perfect time to share your warmth — your time, your energy, and a little bit of hope. We’d love to have you join us!

Hoxworth Blood Center is looking for some energetic Volunteers to help with a UC Spirit Day Booth in front of TUC on Friday, October 24th & Friday, November 14th from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM!

Volunteers will be promoting the upcoming UC Main Campus Blood Drive Week (November 17th-November 21st) by passing out UC branded merch and talking to fellow Bearcats about donating blood.

If this sounds like an amazing opportunity and you would like to participate, please sign up. More detailed information will be sent to everyone who signs up. Spaces will be very limited and may fill up quickly.

Join us for The Pause Holiday Shoppe on Saturday Afternoon, December 6th!

Help clean up after all the fun on Saturday from 4-5:30pm!

Holiday Shoppe 2025 will have THREE sessions to choose from! Register for one, two, or all three! It will take place at our new second site, 5165 Western Row Rd, Mason, OH 45040

Join us for The Pause Holiday Shoppe on Saturday Afternoon, December 6th!

Get into the holiday spirit while engaging with special needs kids and their family. Be a Holiday Shoppe personal shopper, gift wrapper, craft or game station leader, join the snack crew and more! Grab your favorite Christmas sweater along with your friends and let's do this!

This event will have THREE sessions to choose from! Register for one, two, or all three! It will take place at our new second site, 5165 Western Row Rd, Mason, OH 45040

Join us for The Pause Holiday Shoppe on Saturday, December 6th!

Get into the holiday spirit while engaging with special needs kids and their family. Be a Holiday Shoppe personal shopper, gift wrapper, craft or game station leader, join the snack crew and more! Grab your favorite Christmas sweater along with your friends and let's do this!

This event will have THREE sessions to choose from! Register for one, two, or all three! It will take place at our new second site, 5165 Western Row Rd, Mason, OH 45040

Join us for The Pause Holiday Shoppe on Friday, December 5th!

Get into the holiday spirit while engaging with special needs kids and their family. Be a Holiday Shoppe personal shopper, gift wrapper, craft or game station leader, join the snack crew and more! Grab your favorite Christmas sweater along with your friends and let's do this!

This event will have THREE sessions to choose from! Register for one, two, or all three! It will take place at our new second site, 5165 Western Row Rd, Mason, OH 45040

Are you ready to be a hero to a special needs family in crisis? Then join us for our November Parents Day Out at our Mason location! In just 4 hours you can make a radical difference in a family and in your community. 

When? SATURDAY, November 15th from 12:45pm-5:00pm

Where? Pause Mason! 5165 Western Row Rd., Mason, OH 45040

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the night. By volunteering with Pause you are helping a family that cares for kid(s) with special needs, receive much needed respite to breathe and fill their cup back up.

**Please only register if you are committed to come as we confirm families when you register. It is hard to find replacements if you cancel last minute. Thank you for understanding!

Are you ready to be a hero to a special needs family in crisis? Then join us for our October Parents Day Out! In just 4 hours you can make a radical difference in a family and in your community. 

When? SATURDAY, November 8th from 8:15am-12:30pm

Where? 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Township, OH 45011

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the day. By volunteering with Pause  you are helping a family that cares for kid(s) with special needs, receive much needed respite to breathe and fill their cup back up.

**Please only register if you are committed to come as we confirm families when you register. It is hard to find replacements if you cancel last minute. Thank you for understanding!

Are you ready to be a hero to a special needs family in crisis? Then join us for our November Parents Day Out! In just 4 hours you can make a radical difference in a family and in your community. 

When? SATURDAY, November 8th from 12:45-5:00pm

Where? 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Township, OH 45011

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the day. By volunteering with Pause  you are helping a family that cares for kid(s) with special needs, receive much needed respite to breathe and fill their cup back up.

**Please only register if you are committed to come as we confirm families when you register. It is hard to find replacements if you cancel last minute. Thank you for understanding!

Volunteers will support Academy leads and facilitators by assisting with set up, food, clean up etc. Location will be Baldwin Hall

Volunteers will support Academy leads and facilitators by assisting with set up, food, clean up etc.

Academy - Volunteers will support Academy leads and facilitators by assisting with set up, food, clean up etc.

Bring your own tools or borrow ours for this quick and dirty honeysuckle hack. Fall is a great time to remove honeysuckle allowing our native plants to flourish in the open space we create.  

This will involve cutting down honeysuckle, treating the stumps with herbicide, and possibly dragging downed wood to make piles. If we find trash, we will also try to clean this as we go. This will be our 4th year tackling this site, and we have seen vast improvements in the habitat due to the work these last few years.

What to bring: If you have work gloves, loppers, or a saw please bring them. It will be late Fall in Ohio, so the ground may be hard and dry, or it may be really muddy. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. We will be in an area with tall plants, so long sleeves and pants are recommended.

We will bring: We will have water bottles, and jugs to refill if you bring your own reusable bottle. We always bring snacks. We will also have extra gloves and tools that you can borrow.

Parking: Parking is available onsite, right next to our work area.

Other: There are pit restrooms available on site.

Join us in making a difference! Every Wednesday, Found Village hosts educational support sessions for our young people—creating a safe, inspiring space where they can learn, grow, and connect. We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help bring these sessions to life. What You’ll Do:

8:00-8:30 AM: Arrive at Niehoff Urban Studio. Check in, get your group assignment and the name of your team leader. Breakfast is provided for the first 100 volunteers! Granola bars and water will be provided on the way out to the buses to fuel your service!

8:30 AM: Welcome & introductions from PWC Executive Director.

8:45-9:00 AM: Pick up a rake or yard waste bags, find your team leader. Board buses.

9:00-9:15 AM: Depart for your assigned neighborhood. Your group has been assigned 3-4 homes. You may be dropped off at your exact location, or you may need to walk a short distance. Your team leader will have the addresses and will be responsible for guiding you from home to home. *Your drop-off location will also be where you are picked up.*

9:15-11:30 AM: Serve our community!

11:30 AM-12:00 PM: Project wrap-up. Finish bagging up leaves and complete any unfinished tasks. If the walk back to your pick-up site is long, consider wrapping up earlier. 

~12:00 PM: Pick up from assigned neighborhood. Depart for campus.

12:15 PM: Return to campus.

12:15-1:00 PM: Drop off tools and unused lawn waste bags on campus.  

Friendly Reminders!

If you have any questions, please send an email to community.engagement@uc.edu.

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist during the event on Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Even if you’re not familiar with Day of the Dead traditions, your support will make a significant impact.

Help us serve hundreds of neighbors in our community this season for our Thanksgiving Food Drive Distribution. All neighbors will receive a box of food which will include a turkey. This event is open to all neighbor who live in Hamilton Country! Grab your friends and come help us serve our community! 

We are seeking mentors for our after-school program for youth in 3rd-5th grade at Westwood Elementary School. Mentors will be responsible for providing vital support to young people, focusing on their social, emotional, and academic development by building confidence, offering advice, and serving as positive role model. They help with daily life skills, assist in decision-making, encourage academic persistence and higher education, and provide a safe space for youth to share feelings and explore interests and career paths. This support helps youth develop self-esteem, resilience, and a sense of belonging, leading to better choices, stronger mental health, and greater academic and future success.

We are seeking tutors for our after-school program that starts on 10/21/25 and goes through 1/27/26. The after-school program is for youth in grades 3rd-5th. We are seeking tutors with experience in math and reading, but also teaching healthy study habits. Tutoring sessions are once a week on Tuesdays for one hour. 

The Wyoming Fine Arts Center (WFAC) is looking for Camp Assistants to help run our No School? Let’s Art Programs.

The WFAC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization whose mission is to educate, create experiences, and nurture appreciation in music and other creative and performing arts across all ages, races, abilities, and backgrounds. We do this through excellence in teaching, creative programming, interdisciplinary experiences, community partnerships, and engagement.

Tasks may include:

Camp Assistance Volunteers' hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM with a break in between.

For scheduling or more information, please contact our Operations Coordinator at admin@musicartdance.org or call (513) 948-1900. We look forward to working with you!

Sincerely,

The Wyoming Fine Arts Center.

Join us the afternoon of November 4 to help clear invasive species at the Cincinnati Nature Center.  

Volunteer at NFL concession stands during games, help raise funds for a nonprofit that provides assistive devices. Assist with food service and operations at the 'Game Day' booth while supporting a meaningful cause. This is an 8 hour volunteering shift with an additional hour provided to individuals who help carpool.

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers for its 2025-2026 Subscription Series, which runs from October through May.  Missa Solemnis will be performed at St. Peter in Chains Cathedral Basilica downtown Cincinnati. 

Responsibilities include:  ushers, taking tickets, program distribution.  (Actual assignment is provided after check-in) A brief training period is held at 6pm at each volunteer date. 

Age requirement is 15 or older, or accompanied by a parent. 

Volunteers are extremely important for a successful concert experience.  Its a great way to hear beautiful high quality music and help your community, by making sure the KSO can provide affordable, attractive and accessible programs.

For more information on this program visit: https://kyso.org/event/missa-solemnis/

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers for its 2025-2026 Subscription Series, which runs from October through May.  Most KSO subscription concerts are held at Greaves Concert Hall, at Northern Kentucky University (NKU, located just 6 minutes from downtown Cincinnati).  

Responsibilities include:  ushers, taking tickets, program distribution or small concession stand (Actual assignment is provided after check-in) A brief training period is held at 6pm at each volunteer date. 

Age requirement is 15 or older, or accompanied by a parent. 

Volunteers are extremely important for a successful concert experience.  Its a great way to hear beautiful high quality music and help your community, by making sure the KSO can provide affordable, attractive and accessible programs.

For more information on this program visit: https://kyso.org/event/parsley-sage-rosemary-thyme/

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers for its 2025-2026 Subscription Series, which runs from October through May.  Most KSO subscription concerts are held at Greaves Concert Hall, at Northern Kentucky University (NKU, located just 6 minutes from downtown Cincinnati).  

Responsibilities include:  ushers, taking tickets, program distribution or small concession stand (Actual assignment is provided after check-in) A brief training period is held at 6pm at each volunteer date. 

Age requirement is 15 or older, or accompanied by a parent. 

Volunteers are extremely important for a successful concert experience.  Its a great way to hear beautiful high quality music and help your community, by making sure the KSO can provide affordable, attractive and accessible programs.

For more information on this program visit: 

https://kyso.org/event/art-anxiety/

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers for its 2025-2026 Subscription Series, which runs from October through May.  Most KSO subscription concerts are held at Greaves Concert Hall, at Northern Kentucky University (NKU, located just 6 minutes from downtown Cincinnati).  

Responsibilities include:  ushers, taking tickets, program distribution or small concession stand (Actual assignment is provided after check-in) A brief training period is held at 6pm at each volunteer date. 

Age requirement is 15 or older, or accompanied by a parent. 

Volunteers are extremely important for a successful concert experience.  Its a great way to hear beautiful high quality music and help your community, by making sure the KSO can provide affordable, attractive and accessible programs.

For more information on this program visit

https://kyso.org/event/gallerie-fantastique/

The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is seeking volunteers for its 2025-2026 Subscription Series, which runs from October through May.  Most KSO subscription concerts are held at Greaves Concert Hall, at Northern Kentucky University (NKU, located just 6 minutes from downtown Cincinnati).  

Responsibilities include:  ushers, taking tickets, program distribution or small concession stand (Actual assignment is provided after check-in) A brief training period is held at 6pm at each volunteer date. 

Age requirement is 15 or older, or accompanied by a parent. 

Volunteers are extremely important for a successful concert experience.  Its a great way to hear beautiful high quality music and help your community, by making sure the KSO can provide affordable, attractive and accessible programs.

For more information on this program visit

https://kyso.org/event/nosferatu/

Volunteering at UC Health is a great way to make a difference in someone's life, develop your own career, and stay involved in the community. Our volunteers are an important part of our UC Health family and we welcome you to get involved.

Greet students as they arrive to the teen center and sign them in for the day utilizing our attendance tracking portal. During your down time you will be building safe mentoring relationships and providing extra adult supervision as well.

**All Volunteers MUST get approval from EDGE's Assistant Executive Director PRIOR to serving for the first time. Volunteers will be contacted via email to begin this process upon registering for this opportunity.**

Join us at Family Nurturing Center as we work together to enhance the spaces that support families in need. Volunteers will help with landscaping, mulching, painting, and other beautification projects at our Cincinnati office located at 7162 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45237. Your efforts will make a lasting impact, creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for families and children.

Come be a part of something special—help us make our spaces shine!

We’re putting together some fabulous silent auction baskets for an upcoming Family Nurturing Center event—and we’d love your help!

If you enjoy being creative, organizing themed goodies, or just love the thrill of putting together something people will be excited to bid on, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Join the Family Nurturing Center in making a powerful impact behind the scenes! We’re seeking compassionate and detail-oriented volunteer groups to help deep clean and refresh our visitation spaces in our Cincinnati office. These spaces serve as a haven for families experiencing trauma and transition. By volunteering just a few hours of your time, you’ll help ensure these rooms feel clean, safe, and dignified for every family that walks through our doors.

What You’ll Do:
Wipe down surfaces, toys, and furniture
Sanitize high-touch areas
Organize and refresh the environment
Sweep and Mop visitation spaces
Support the emotional well-being of families through your care



Why It Matters:

Your efforts directly support our mission to strengthen families and prevent child abuse. A fresh, welcoming space makes a world of difference to the children and caregivers we serve.


Requirements: Ability to stand, stoop, and bend

Resources Needed: Provide cleaning supplies if possible. If not, there will be basic cleaning supplies available.

Taft High School is currently looking for Volunteer Tutors  during the evening hours (4pm to 5:30pm: Monday through Thursday). All subjects Needed!  BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED by Cincinnati Public Schools!

Empower Learn Create is celebrating 50 years of serving children and families, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make the day extra special! We need enthusiastic volunteers to do simple face painting for children

Bea Taylor Market offers choice pantry, much like a regular grocery store, to those in need. This means families can choose the vital nutrition needs that fit their family and alleviating the stress of wondering where their next meal will come from. Volunteers will help people at the market shop, load up, and check-out. The event is located at 3401 Rosenthal Way, Cincinnati, OH, 45204 on 11/08/2025 from 10:30am - 1pm.

If you are participating, also sign-up and fill out the waiver through Freestore's website here: https://vhub.at/xuniversityofcincinnati. Only once you've signed up through Freestore and volunteer.uc will you be fully registered for the event. 

Join Clean Up Cincy on 11/08/2025 to pick up litter around campus's nearby neighborhoods and parks. Everyone will meet at Bearcats Commons (in from of Arts & Sciences Hall) between 9-9:30am for check in. Breakfast, coffee, gloves, trash bags, and other supplies will all be provided! Clean-up will be from 10am -1pm.

If you're participating, please also sign up through Clean Up Cincy's page using this link http https://volunteer.uc.edu/need/detail/?need_id=1141403 . Include that you are with AIChE in the "notes" section in order for our group to be put on the same clean-up route.

When: Flexible (semester-long or summer term, remote/in-person hybrid)

Roles: Collect and analyze data from APNET programs and events, create impact reports, and support grant-writing with research on community needs and outcomes.

Learning Benefits: Students gain experience in nonprofit management, data analysis, and grant preparation. This is ideal for business, economics, social science, or public policy majors.

Skills Developed: Research, data analytics, report writing, nonprofit operations.

Role: Content Creation & Outreach

Activities:

Support social media campaigns by drafting posts, creating flyers, or short recap videos.

Take photos/videos at events and assist with media coverage coordination.

Help manage email lists and outreach to UC students to increase participation.

Skills Developed: Marketing, digital communications, photography/video production, networking.

Time Commitment: Flexible, with 3–5 hours weekly leading up to key APNET events (AfriFest, Symposium Gala, Summer Youth Program).

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | Memorial Hall

This isn’t just a fashion show, it’s a glow-up revolution. The 5th Annual Rock Your Beauty Fashion Show is a tribute to real women, real confidence, and fearless self-expression, and we need YOU to help make it unforgettable.

Whether you're a behind-the-scenes powerhouse or a front-row energy booster, there’s a place for you on our volunteer team. If you’re interested in being part of Rock Your Beauty 2026, or know someone who’d love to join, check out the roles below and complete the volunteer form to get started.

Ways to Volunteer

Ready to slay behind the scenes? Fill out the form and join us in celebrating five years of unstoppable style, sisterhood, and self-love. .

SPAC  

Pumpkin Chuck Festival!

Saturday, November 1 | 10am - 5pm

The Stanbery Park Advisory Council is seeking volunteer support for one of the best fall events in town! 

Community members bring their Jack-o-Lanterns to Stanbery and watch as two huge  trebuchets that need 4-5 folks each to operate. Volunteers will also use wheelbarrows to move pumpkins back to the launching pad. 

Snacks will be provided!

Join us Monday morning to deconstruct the Day of the Dead altar after Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

Join us Monday afternoon to deconstruct the Day of the Dead altar after Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

Join us Monday afternoon to construct the Day of the Dead altar and craft paper flowers for Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

Join us Monday morning to construct the Day of the Dead altar and craft paper flowers for Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

Join us Friday morning on Halloween to move the Day of the Dead altar out of storage and beginning decorating for Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

Join us Friday morning on Halloween to move the Day of the Dead altar out of storage and beginning decorating for Spanishpalooza 2025.  No experience required, all supplies will be provided. Meet outside the Frederick A. Marcotte Library on the Clermont College Campus.

1 Tall Bag = 1 Hour, 3 Grocery Bags = 1 Hour

Head out with your camera and take photos of the plants and animals you see within Bull's Run. We are using the free iNaturalist app to gather data on the various species of plants and animals living at Bull's Run. All you need is your phone and the app.

How: Take close up pictures and it will directly input them into our project (location needs to be turned on). The newest release of iNaturalist makes suggestions for the species you are submitting.

Why: We use the data you collect to figure out if there are critters or plants living there that need extra protection, or if there are invasives that we need to work on clearing out.

When: Our BioBlitz runs all September and October. You can visit the arboretum anytime from dawn til dusk. Spend 5 minutes or 5 hours, this is totally up to you. 

See the results: You can visit the project to see other peoples submissions at https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/fall-2025-bull-s-run-arboretum-bioblitz

Get the app or use a traditional camera: You will need to either download iNaturalist to your phone and have location turned on. Or, if you use a traditional camera you can submit online. Both the app link and the online submissions can be found at https://www.inaturalist.org/

Parking and Map: Free onsite parking and a trail map is located at the entrance.

Operate broadcast-quality television camera in the field today! Now is a great time to get involved and be a part of a LIVE TV CREW that broadcasts local high school sports, Community Events, and more. No experience is necessary. Meals, training and a great time are provided as a part of this hyper-local community-access experience that puts professional-level broadcasts of local events on to the screens of residents across neighborhoods throughout Cincinnati.

Contact Dean Lowry (dean@icrctv.com) for information on upcoming productions!

Volunteer with Girls Scouts to work directly with girls! Support a Girl Scout staff member in provided excellent extracurricular experience to girls. Prior Girl Scout experience NOT required

Girl Scouts is a non-formal education program adapted to meet the interests of girls. Volunteer leaders like you can make that happen. Girl Scouts is seeking volunteers to work with girls to overcome their barriers to participation, such as, the lack of adult leadership.

Girl Scouts has opportunities for you to serve on a college student leadership team to work directly with a group for 6 or more regular meetings. Groups meet at school locations within 15-20 minute drive from campus. We do our best to pair drivers/riders together from the same college campus. Search for Girl Scouts of Western Ohio for all the opportunities.  

·        Free on-line application and background check-- Must have social security # and driver license to complete background check

·        College Campus on-site or virtual training

·        Curriculum and supplies provided.

Academy of World Languages
2030 Fairfax Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45207

4-8

GS Badges

FRIDAYS

Leave Campus 2:00

Arrive 2:10

Meeting 2:30-3:30

Pick Up Time N/A

Return Campus by 4:00

2 SERVICE HRS/MEETING – FLEXIBLE TOTAL

Bi-weekly: 

10/3/25, 10/17/25, 10/31/25, 11/14/25, 12/12/25, 1/9/26, 1/23/26, 2/6/26, 2/20/26, 3/6/26, 3/20/26, 4/17/26, 5/1/26, 5/15/26

Dater High School

2146 Ferguson Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45238

7-8

GS Badges and Community Service

THURSDAYS

Leave Campus 2:20

Arrive 2:40

Meeting 3-4

Pick Up Times 4-4:15

Return Campus by 4:40

2.5 SERVICE HRS/MEETING- FLEXIBLE TOTAL

Bi- weekly:

10/9/25, 10/23/25, 11/6/25, 11/13/25, 12/4/25, 12/18/25, 1/15/26, 1/29/26, 2/12/26, 2/26/26, 3/19/26, 4/9/26, 4/23/26, 5/7/26, 5/21/26

Gamble Montessori Elementary

2700 Felicity Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45211

K-6

GS Badges

WEDNESDAYS

Leave Campus 3:00

Arrive 3:20

Meeting 3:45-4:45

Pick Up Times 4:45-5

Return Camus by 5:20

2.5 SERVICE HRS/MEETING- FLEXIBLE TOTAL

Bi-weekly: 

10/8/25, 10/22/25, 11/5/25, 11/19/25, 12/3/25, 12/17/25, 1/7/26, 1/21/26, 2/4/26, 2/18/26, 3/4/26, 3/18/26, 4/8/26, 4/22/26, 5/6/26, 5/20/26

Hays Porter
1030 Cutter Street Cincinnati 45203

K-6

GS Badges

MONDAYS

Leave Campus 3:10

Arrive 3:20

Meeting 3:30-4:30

Pick Up Times N/A

Return Campus by 4:40

2 SERVICE HRS/MEETING- FLEXIBLE TOTAL

Bi-weekly:

10/13/25, 10/27/25, 11/10/25, 12/8/25, 1/12/26, 2/2/26, 2/23/26, 3/9/26, 3/16/26, 4/13/26, 4/27/26, 5/11/26

Mt Airy School
5730 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45239

K-5

GS Badges

FRIDAYS

Leave Campus 1:45

Arrive 2:00

Meeting 2:30-3:30

Pickup 3:30-3:45

Return Campus 4

2.25 SERVICE HRS/MEETING- FLEXIBLE TOTAL

Weekly 9/26/25-11/14/25
Date: 

9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14

Please disregard this event

Grab a few friends and join us in cleaning the community!

When you arrive to 2728 Short Vine St., you will check-in, grab a provided trash grabber, and either a bucket or a trash bag to collect any trash found. After you check-in, you will need to watch a safety video made by UCPD police officers. You will not be permitted to volunteer until after you watch the safety video.

Choose any area in the surrounding community to get started! You can clean up near the check-in site in Corryville—or you can make your way to a place that may be a little further away. This option could be useful if you want to clean up the pathways that you usually take to class, or if you'd like to clean somewhere where you typically spend a lot of time. 

Make sure to arrive with enough time to finish the clean-up! We suggest giving yourself one hour—at least—to check-in, clean, and check-out. All supplies will need to be checked back in to 2728 Short Vine St. at 12:50pm. The opportunity ends at 1pm, but to allow for check-out time, please arrive at or before 12:50pm. The opportunity starts at 10:30am, but feel free to arrive any time before 12:00pm. You will most likely get turned away if you arrive after 12:00pm because there will not be enough time to complete the clean up in that timeframe.

How are my volunteer hours determined?

** If you do not completely fill your bucket/bag, the hours awarded for your service will be decided by the event organizer. **

Since the event is 2.5 hours long, 2.5 hours is displayed below. Volunteer hours only follow the guidelines outlined above.

If you're participating with a group, the total trash collected will be divided amongst the total number of group members.

Preparing for your Community Clean-Up

Come prepared!

Working in groups/pairs is strongly encouraged! The "Buddy System" will...

Wear the appropriate clothing

If you are not a Student, Faculty Member, or are having trouble signing up for any reason

—please contact cat@uc.edu—

Alternative ways to sign up will be provided.

The Medical Symphony Orchestra is looking for musicians to play for the seniors at the Seven Acres Senior Living Center.

This semester, MSO will be hosting talent-show style chamber concerts at Seven Acres Senior Living Center!  Address: 476 Riddle Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Please fill out this form to sign up for this community outreach opportunity: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVf2p9LmUsbuDFN5ngJX-yjKkN8QHA8olIMi_a7K17aBxZZg/viewform?usp=dialog

*These concerts will be held on Saturdays (dates listed below) from 1:30 to 2:30 in the Center's Auditorium.

9/27

10/11

10/25

11/8

11/22

**There is a piano present at the Center, all other performers are responsible for transporting their instruments.

***You are responsible for your own transportation. (If driving please tell gate assistant that you are volunteering. If you do not have a car, the UC Shuttle system's Northwest and Southwest shuttle's stops in front of the center.)

****All soloists or groups signed up are required to be present at the proceeding Friday rehearsal in Kresge Auditorium. Acts can be heard between 5:30 and 6:30 before, or 8:00 to 9:00 after the group rehearsal.

iSPACE DAY is an annual event that showcases the wonders of STEM education and careers. Kids can try on a Space Suit, drive a robot, look through a telescope, or complete any of the more than 40 hands-on activities planned by iSPACE and their exhibitor partners.

iSPACE’s exhibitor partners include local STEM-based businesses such as Ethicon, GE Aviation, Altafiber and Ford, plus other organizations such as the University of Cincinnati, Haile Planetarium, Cincinnati Public Library and Spaceman Bob.  They will feature demonstrations on amazing advancements in STEM. It's an inspiring way to spend a Saturday!

We are looking for volunteers to assist with taking "professional-quality" photos of the event.   We would like to showcase these higher res photos on our website, social media and an upcoming donor development initiatives.   

It is a great way to build your professional portfolio!  Sign up today!

EVENT DATE:  Saturday, November 8, 2025 

VOLUNTEER ARRIVAL TIME:   9:00 AM 

VOLUNTEER DEPARTURE TIME:  3:00 PM 

SPACE LOCATION:   10020 READING ROAD CINCINNATI, OHIO 45241 

WHEN YOU ARRIVE:  Enter via the main/front iSPACE doors facing Reading Road and check in.   You will receive a lanyard name tag designating you as an iSPACE volunteer, and will be assigned a volunteer role. Note, we will also have pizza, snacks and beverages for the volunteers during the event.  

VOLUNTEER ROLES: 

When you first arrive, our goal will be to get the "day of" items set up before guests arrive at 10:00am, chairs, tables and food/beverage items.  

Then, you will be assigned to be a photographer for the event

After the event, you will upload your photos to iSPACE.

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Striker 513-382-1609. 

Thank you very much! 

Lisa Striker   

iSPACE DAY Event Leader 

iSPACE DAY is an annual event that showcases the wonders of STEM education and careers. Kids can try on a Space Suit, drive a robot, look through a telescope, or complete any of the more than thirty hands-on activities planned by iSPACE and their exhibitor partners.

iSPACE’s exhibitor partners include local STEM-based businesses such as Ethicon, GE Aviation, Altafiber and Ford, plus other organizations such as the University of Cincinnati, Haile Planetarium, Cincinnati Public Library and Spaceman Bob.  They will feature demonstrations on amazing advancements in STEM. It's an inspiring way to spend a Saturday!

EVENT DATE:  Saturday, November 8, 2025 

VOLUNTEER ARRIVAL TIME:   9:00 AM 

VOLUNTEER DEPARTURE TIME:  3:00 PM 

SPACE LOCATION:   10020 READING ROAD CINCINNATI, OHIO 45241 

WHEN YOU ARRIVE:  Enter via the main/front iSPACE doors facing Reading Road and check in.   You will receive a lanyard name tag designating you as an iSPACE volunteer, and will be assigned a volunteer role. Note, we will also have pizza, snacks and beverages for the volunteers during the event.  

VOLUNTEER ROLES: 

When you first arrive, our goal will be to get the "day of" items set up before guests arrive at 10:00am, chairs, tables and food/beverage items.  

Then, you will be assigned to be an activity attendant for our 3D Printing experience.

After the event, all will assist in tearing down tables, chairs and clean up.   

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Striker 513-382-1609. 

Thank you very much! 

Lisa Striker   

iSPACE DAY Event Leader