Opportunities From: Center for Community Engagement

The Cincinnati ToolBank is looking for help to beautify it's outdoor area! Volunteers will paint our fence along the boundary of our parking lot, complete light landscaping, spread mulch, and plant flowers.

Ault Park Cherry Tree Mulching  

Saturday, March 14| 9:00am - 12:00pm

Click Here to see the meetup location

Each year, in early spring people visit Ault Park to see the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom. Their breathtaking beauty means so much for parks enthusiasts, and to our dedicated community who help nurture this special tradition for our city.  To maintain the health and integrity of the trees, we mulch once or twice a year, protecting the roots throughout the established Cherry Tree groves to sustain the groves that have been supported over decades by the Japan America Society, APAC, and many other community volunteers and donors. 

Volunteers will use pitchforks to load mulch in to wheelbarrows nd heavy rakes to distribute the mulch around the the trees. Parks staff and our experienced  volunteers will provide orientation and guidance through the process.

We are seeking volunteers to support our annual Community Day, a family‑friendly event focused on connection, resources, and neighborhood engagement. Students looking to serve, gain hands‑on experience, or earn volunteer hours are encouraged to participate.

Volunteer Roles Available:

Why Volunteer?

If you’re interested in volunteering or would like more information, please reach out to us to sign up.

We hope to see you there!

Volunteer on Sunday, March 15th, 2026 ---- Register by March 13th, 2026

6:15 AM - 11:30 AM EDT -- Help as course monitors - directing and cheering at a few intersections in the same area on the half-marathon course. The location will be near Eggleston & Butler & Culvert Streets. (more info to come) CHECK IN by 6:15 AM on day of event.

ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST FILL OUT WAIVER: https://form.jotform.com/250705693880161

Carpool Passengers:

Passengers Sign up Here: Enter your contact information so we can coordinate pick up & drop off.

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directions on where to park/arrive will be sent out in an email closer the the event

Receiving your service Hours!!

Please ensure that you sign in on the day of your shift at the attendance tent to confirm your participation! If your name is not on the attendance sheet collected at the event, you will not receive service hours.

Check emails regularly for updates!!

Confirm your volunteer shift 1 week before the event. If you can no longer participate, please let me know ASAP! Canceling within 3 days of the event is unacceptable, unless due to unforeseen circumstances, so please refrain from doing so. No shows will be reported.  Email: indugusi@mail.uc.edu. Please contact me with any additional questions or concerns. Thank you!  

Short Vine Spring Spruce is a collaborative, multi-day neighborhood activation led by the Center for Community Engagement in partnership with UC Sustainability, Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, and the Corryville Community Development Corporation.   

Join us to leave your mark on the Short Vine corridor through public art, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement.   

This is not just a clean-up – it is visible, lasting investment in the Short Vine/Corryville community.

If you are interested in being a Student Volunteer Leader and leading one of the Projects, please contact Faith Goetz-Isaacs at gingrifh@ucmail.uc.edu

Sunday, April 12 

12pm-4pm 

Learning Outcomes:  Volunteers will:  Practice collaborative community engagement  Contribute to visible neighborhood impact  Build teamwork and leadership skills  Engage in environmentally responsible practices

Short Vine Spring Spruce is a collaborative, multi-day neighborhood activation led by the Center for Community Engagement in partnership with UC Sustainability, Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, and the Corryville Community Development Corporation.   

Join us to leave your mark on the Short Vine corridor through public art, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement.   

This is not just a clean-up – it is visible, lasting investment in the Short Vine/Corryville community.

If you are interested in being a Student Volunteer Leader and leading one of the Projects, please contact Faith Goetz-Isaacs at gingrifh@ucmail.uc.edu

Saturday, April 11 

Full Shift: 10am-4pm (lunch provided) 

Morning Shift: 10am-1pm 

Afternoon Shift: 1pm-4pm 

Learning Outcomes:  Volunteers will:  Practice collaborative community engagement  Contribute to visible neighborhood impact  Build teamwork and leadership skills  Engage in environmentally responsible practices

The Mental Health Summit, hosted by the Division of Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Graduate College brings together graduate and undergraduate students for a day of interactive workshops, engaging activities, and lunch, all centered on supporting student success with a focus on mental health. Through skill-building sessions and peer connection opportunities, the event is designed to help students navigate both expected and unexpected challenges, strengthen help-seeking and peer support, and build confidence in supporting fellow Bearcats. The Summit will also introduce Brave Talk, a new student-focused training experience aimed at enhancing peer to peer support for student leaders. The Summit will take place on Wednesday, March 11 in Tangeman University Center. This even

Volunteer Opportunities working with individuals with Down syndrome.  Our iCan Bike Camp will be held July 6-10, 2026 at Harrison High School in Cincinnati.  iCan Bike Camp uses adapted bicycles, a specialized instructional program and trained staff to enable individuals with disabilities to learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle. Riders attend one 75 minute session each day for five consecutive days where they learn to ride while accompanied and encouraged by volunteer “spotters”. Over the course of the week, we continually adjust the bikes in an effort to challenge riders balance as they gradually discover the skill and joy of riding.

Click this link for more information and our sign-up time slots: www.dsagc.com/volunteer  

Questions?  Contact amyi@dsagc.com 

College Mentors for Kids needs 3 more volunteers for a Fundraising Opportunity this Friday, 3/6/26 from 9:30 to 1:30 PM. Please reach out to 216-533-5727 or brouseta@mail.uc.edu if interested. Any participants will get 4 service hours.

Assignments might include handing out an item at the finish line, on the course, handing out t-shirts or race packets, cheering on the course etc.

We have a concert with the Men's Chorus on Saturday, March 14.  In the morning we will have rehearsal and after lunch will be the concert.  Sometimes it is difficult for young children to sit through a rehearsal and concert.

We have a concert with the Men's Chorus on Saturday, March 14.  In the morning we will have rehearsal and after lunch will be the concert.  Sometimes it is difficult for young children to sit through a rehearsal and concert.

Join PWC’s annual spring volunteer event and use your home repair skills to provide important home maintenance services to low-income seniors and people with disabilities in our community! Recruit a group of friends and family or organize a team from your company, school or faith-based group and spend a morning helping your neighbors.

Repair Affair is one of PWC's annual volunteer events. Form a small group of volunteers with home repair skills and make a concrete difference in the lives of our low-income neighbors by: Installing handrails, repairing drywall, fixing leaky plumbing, repairing damaged walkways and steps, performing other home maintenance for our clients

CLEAN UP CINCY CLIFTON CLEANUP: SPRING 2026

Clean Up Cincy's Clifton walking events engage students with our CUF community: UC's home.

Student volunteers meet at Bearcats Commons (in front of Arts and Sciences Hall) between 11-11:30 AM on April 18th, 2026 and are provided supplies (gloves, trash bags, etc.) to pick up litter in streets surrounding campus. Crews walk through our community to clean up trash while exec members pick up filled bags to be disposed of in dedicated dumpsters. 

Join us this Spring to help make a difference in the community and keep the streets many of us live in beautiful and clean!

Volunteers are certified for 3 off-campus service hours, which count towards UC scholarship requirements.

IF YOU WANT TO SIGN UP AS A TEAM/ORGANIZATION, please add what group/people/organization you want to be placed with in the "notes" section of the signup!

CLEAN UP CINCY CLIFTON CLEANUP: SPRING 2026

Clean Up Cincy's Clifton walking events engage students with our CUF community: UC's home.

Student volunteers meet at Bearcats Commons (in front of Arts and Sciences Hall) between 10-10:30 AM on March 28th, 2026 and are provided supplies (gloves, trash bags, etc.) to pick up litter in streets surrounding campus. Crews walk through our community to clean up trash while exec members pick up filled bags to be disposed of in dedicated dumpsters. 

Join us this Spring to help make a difference in the community and keep the streets many of us live in beautiful and clean!

Volunteers are certified for 3 off-campus service hours, which count towards UC scholarship requirements.

IF YOU WANT TO SIGN UP AS A TEAM/ORGANIZATION, please add what group/people/organization you want to be placed with in the "notes" section of the signup!

Dinner included; The graduate hotel

TUC 3rd Floor Atrium; Lunch included

TUC Breakouts;

The Graduate Hotel; Lunch included

TUC 400ABC; Lunch included

At the Graduate Hotel; Lunch included.

At the Graduate Hotel; Meals are included.

TUC; Lunch is included for 12:30pm-1:30pm shift.

TUC 

TUC; 

TUC Great Hall; Lunch is included except for Apr 23 2PM -3 PM Shift. 

Multiple shifts available; TUC Great Hall; Complimentary lunch or breakfast is included.

TUC Great Hall

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Workshop Moderator on Apr 25 at the Graduate Hotel. Complimentary lunch will be included.

Workshop Moderator on Apr 24 at TUC. Complimentary lunch will be included.

The peer reviewers for the undergraduate student showcase virtual presentation. 

Organize and prepare various materials for the Undergraduate research showcase. The activity will led by a staff member. 2 hour per shift. Stratford Building 16

Support program needs through time and effort. We match your assets with our needs. Flexible with projects. Design, evaluation, programming, and more.

Each year, in early spring, many venture to Ault Park to see the Weeping Willow Blossoms in full bloom. Their breathtaking beauty means so much for parks enthusiasts, and to our dedicated community who help nurture this special tradition for our city.  To maintain the health and integrity of the trees, we mulch once or twice a year, protecting the roots throughout the established Willow Tree groves to sustain the groves that have been supported over decades by many volunteers and organizations. 

Volunteers should be prepared for the weather, wear long pants and layers (long sleeves), close-toed shoes are required. Gloves recommended, there will be a limited supply on site. Suggested: refillable water bottle - there will be water cooler on site for volunteers to fill a bottle. Cincinnati Parks discourages single - use plastics.

Click Here to see location on the map!

Experiments for kids and an informative parent panel. 

Join us to assist in cleaning out a closet in the UC Bearcat Pantry! Here are some details to be sure that you follow:

The Bearcats Pantry is here to help students through a time of need. From free food to social services support, they provide a range of programs, services, and supplies. Each student may visit once per week and receive up to 20 pounds of goods per visit. You will need to visit their website to make an account and be ready to present your physical Bearcat Card for entry. They also encourage you to bring a reusable bag as they are only able to provide plastic bags if they have been donated. They are open on Monday's, Wednesday's, Thursday's, and Friday's at various times. They are closed on Tuesday's and various holidays.

The ArtWalk is an opportunity for the resident artists of the Essex to open their studios and invite the public to see their process and sell their creations. Guest Artists are also invited to purchase table/wall space and sell their work. Each ArtWalk features a theme to inspire both resident and guest artists to create new work or share something older either in their own spaces or as part of the ArtWalk People's Choice Art Contest. This contest is open to the volunteers as well and will be judged by the ArtWalk visitors. All media types are accepted and must be turned in by Thursday May 7th, 6:00pm. Art Contest entries or questions can be directed to Micha at the Lucky Cat Museum (inside the Essex) at crokittycats@yahoo.com.

Volunteers are needed for 

Saturday Hoops is a free group mentoring program of Cincinnati Youth Collaborative that strives to make a safe space for kids (ages 3-18) on Saturdays for them to learn new things, meet new friends, and develop skills that will help them become future leaders. We create this opportunity by providing food (breakfast and lunch) and doing activities such as basketball, soccer, arts and crafts, reading, yoga, football, workouts, and so much more. We also establish this safe space by having our volunteers promote a positive environment and demonstrating our core themes to students (Cheerful Giver, Hard Worker, Overcomer, and Good Steward). Join us in connecting with kids every Saturday from 9:30 am to 12:30 at one of our locations (Avondale, West End, Winton Hills, and at Zielger Park during the Summer). 

Help member of the community receive access to free laundry services. 

There is a particular need for individuals who speak Spanish and ASL however this is not a requirement to help.

Event begins at 6pm and ends at 8pm

Join us to serve our neighbors at State Ave. UMC. We will organize the food pantry, deep clean the church, pack candy bags for easter, and help organize the technology center. 

Meet at Wesley House at 10:30 to travel to the site together. Work will be indoors with opportunities to sit while serving.

Join us for a hands-on MEDLIFE Volunteer Event where create craft kits for the communities we serve. These sets aren’t just for fun, they are resources used to engage children, and provide comfort in an accessible way. Your contribution helps provide a more compassionate and holistic care experience for patients and their families. Come earn volunteer hours, meet fellow members, and make a tangible impact right from campus!

Skip the gym to help carry food instead! On Wednesday morning, the Freestore Foodbank delivers most of our food for the week. This shift helps bring cases on pallets outside the pantry space to inside the building. The pantry manager helps with the moving and determining the organization of cases of food inside. This is a physically intensive shift requiring ability to lift at least 20 pounds. Dress for the weather.

TRANSPORTATION TO VOLUNTEER SITE REQUIRED!

Site: Girl Scouts of Western Ohio Office, 4930 Cornell Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45242

You will be helping load cookie cases into cars, directing traffic, and moving cases in our "warehouse". Please dress for the weather.

Shifts available from 3/3/26-3/20/26. See sign up Genius for Details. 

PLEASE REGISTER HERE AND ON THE SIGN UP GENIUS

If you're able to help with any shift, please sign up as soon as possible using the link above. Your support truly helps ensure a smooth pickup experience for out troops. Thank you so much for your continued support!

Art Classroom Aide: You can choose when you volunteer between 9:10am-3:55pm, no need to get preapproval. 

*March 21-29 is CPS Spring Break, buildings are closed during this time.

There are two events coming up at Fairview, our annual carnival (March) and our annual arts night (April). Volunteers for this position will be doing various prep for our carnival and arts night, i.e. exacto knife cut outs, hot gluing, prepping materials, making name tags, hanging artwork, material clean up/sorting etc. Volunteers can sign up for the time that works best for their schedule between the hours of 9:10am-3:55pm. Volunteers should report to the main office of Fairview-Clifton German Language School and will be directed to the Art room (rm. 1212). Email Katie Mitalski, mitalsk@cpsboe.k12.oh.us with any questions. 

Pierce Township is in need of volunteers to help in Greenspace clean-up, trail maintenance and evasive plant removal at Locust Corner Park 961 Locust Corner Rd. Cincinnati (Pierce Township) 45245.

Please meet at the band stage across from the baseball fields. 

Help us bring community stories to life through a podcast! We are seeking a creative and motivated volunteer to assist with the development, recording, and production of a podcast that highlights impactful organizations, community leaders, and social justice efforts. This role is perfect for someone interested in storytelling, media, communications, or nonprofit work.

Volunteers will collaborate with staff to brainstorm episode ideas, support interviews, edit audio, and help shape engaging podcast content. No prior podcast experience is required, just enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Pick up a shift at UC's ADAAPT Innovation Studio, Friday, Saturday or Sunday, all year long!

Represent UC at the DAAP Student Retail Space outside of Findlay Market, where you will help merchandise, network with guests and direct them to individual makers' sales info. 

This storefront is dedicated to prototypes or personal lines of various material and methodologies: ceramics, 3D printed work, glass, jewelry, screen printed, etc. Some products come from the industrial design course: Home Grown studio with professor Doehler, and some are from individual brand pop ups. Current students, faculty and alumni are all able to showcase their pieces here and represent the vast network of talented and creative individuals associated with DAAP!

Upon registration, Gabi Ragusa (site supervisor) will reach out to confirm your preferred dates and timeframe. 

Available shifts are 10am- 1:30p, or 1:30p to 5p, Saturday and Sunday. 

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 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm. The opportunity runs until 6:00 pm, but all supplies will need to be 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 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.

UC Bookcats is hosting a service event where you can earn volunteer hours for donating books! You can earn up to 6 hours: regular books and textbooks are worth 2 hours, and children's books are worth 1 hour. You can drop them off anytime between 2 - 4 PM in Lindner Hall 1380. Books will be donated to local libraries in our community!

Spread kindness and positivity to various students in your community!

Join us at 2728 Short Vine St., to create encouragement cards to support CPS students and peers from UC. Volunteers will create handmade encouragement cards with uplifting messages that will later be donated to local CPS schools. No prior experience is required, just a good attitude and a mindset of making creative, crafty cards.

Volunteers may arrive anywhere between 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM so they have enough time to make cards. The event runs till 6:00 PM, so all supplies must be returned before 6:00 PM.

Volunteer hours will be based on the check-in and check-out times. Specific requirements necessary for cards to be counted as eligible for hours will be discussed at the time of the event.

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.

This team will be looking over all other teams and running induction 

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

When? SATURDAY, April 18th from 9:45am-2:00pm (Please note our updated time!)

Where? Pause Liberty Twp! 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Twp., OH 45011

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the morning. 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.

**Attendance is important! 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? Then join us for our February Parents Day Out at our Liberty Twp. location! In just 4 hours you can make a tangible difference in a family and in your community. 

When? SATURDAY, April 11th from 9:45am-2:00pm (Please note our updated time!)

Where? Pause Liberty Twp! 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Twp., OH 45011

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the morning. 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.

**Attendance is important! 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!

Do you enjoy working with kids, having fun and meeting a major need in your community? In just 4 hours you can make a tangible difference in a family and in your community. 

When? FRIDAY, April 10th from 4:45-9:15pm

Where? Pause! 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Twp., OH 45011

What? 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.

**Attendance is important! 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!

Join members of the Wesley Community for a week service to the Cincinnati Community. 

This opportunity will be Monday March 16th to serve at the free store distribution center. Service time will be 9am until 11:30 am with the ability to meet at the Wesley House (2717 Clifton Ave.) to carpool at 8:30am.

Participants are required to sign a waiver through the Freestore which we will email to you  once you sign up.

Fasching is a long standing tradition in the Clifton community! Rooted in German origins, Fairview-Clifton German Language School hosts a fun, family friendly event with raffles, a silent auction, German food, root bier garden, face painting, festival games and more.

With our anticipated turnout we are looking for volunteers, predominantly to help Saturday run our Festival Games spaces. Please view our POINT sign up here:

https://dash.pointapp.org/events/548342?token=1515c9c2-1e1c-4f59-bfa5-5149cb5da277

You can also email volunteer@gebas.org to sign up if the above link doesn't work for you.

Come out, have a great time, and give back to a school just down the road from UC's campus!

us for a morning of nature hiking and conservation biology at the Edge of Appalachia Preserve in Brown County on Saturday, April 11.  We will tour the working research lab, trail hike, and assist in land management.

Remember a lunch or snack, water bottle, and sunglasses.

The Edge of Appalachia is about a 90 minute drive from Clifton campus and city of Cincinnati.

Join the MCA A-Team from 10AM-1PM for a workparty removing invasives such as honeysuckle along the streambank of northern Salway Park. Along with invasive plant removal, we will also pick up trash, plant trees, and spread native seed!

What to wear: Wear weather appropriate clothing (layers are always a good idea). Long sleeves, long pants, and closed toed shoes are highly recommended to avoid cuts and scratches, sunburn, and possible exposure to poison ivy.

What to bring: Bring your own sunscreen, bug spray and reusable water bottle. Volunteers are welcome to bring any personal labeled tools/supplies or snacks, but Mill Creek Alliance will provide enough tools/supplies/snacks for all volunteers including safety glasses, gloves, loppers, etc.!

*Rain/inclement weather cancels events. Registrants will be contacted via email if an event is cancelled.*

Join us for an afternoon of removing invasive honeysuckle in the Clermont College Forest plot.

We will meet behind the Student Services Building on Clermont Campus from noon to 2 pm on March 6.

Wear sturdy shoes and long pants.

Bring a water bottle.

Work gloves and gardening shears and hedge trimmers provided.

Meet and serve people on the margins in our OTR community through a Sunday morning breakfast open from 6:30-8:30am at Prince of Peace Church, 1528 Race Street.  Setup team arrives from 5:30-6:00am.  Doors open to the public at 6:30am.  Prepare food, serve and interact with guests, help with clean up.   A listening ear is key to connecting them with the many forms of support available in the OTR community.  Volunteers may work 2-3 hours, negotiable with program leader Pastor Larry Devereaux.

Join us for an individual community clean-up at Fairview Park! The exact check-in location will be announced closer to the event date. There will be a check-in table with waivers for you to sign, followed by a safety talk for everyone to attend, so please make sure to arrive promptly at 11:00 AM.

After check-in, you will split off with one of the site supervisors to clean a specific area of Fairview Park (a map will be provided with some of the possible routes we’ll take). You are encouraged to clean walking paths, sidewalks, and nearby grassy areas, but must stay out of restricted or unsafe areas. If you are unsure about a location, ask your site supervisor before proceeding.

This is a team-based opportunity, so everyone should stay within close eye distance of each other to ensure safety and efficiency. All supplies must be returned to the check-in location between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM as the event concludes.

How are my volunteer hours determined?

Volunteer hours are based on the duration of the event. If volunteers stay on task and work as a team, 2 volunteer hours will be awarded.

Preparing for Your Community Clean-Up

Come prepared!

Safety Guidelines

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.

Join us for an individual community clean-up at Burnet Woods! The exact check-in location will be announced closer to the event date. There will be a check-in table with waivers for you to sign, followed by a safety talk for everyone to attend, so please make sure to arrive promptly at 11:00 AM.

After check-in, you will split off with one of the site supervisors to clean a specific area of Burnet Woods (a map will be provided with some of the possible routes we’ll take). You are encouraged to clean walking paths, wooded edges, and nearby grassy areas, but must stay out of restricted or unsafe areas. If you are unsure about a location, ask your site supervisor before proceeding.

This is a team-based opportunity, so everyone should stay within close eye distance of each other to ensure safety and efficiency. All supplies must be returned to the check-in location between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM as the event concludes.

How are my volunteer hours determined?

Volunteer hours are based on the duration of the event. If volunteers stay on task and work as a team, 2 volunteer hours will be awarded.

Preparing for Your Community Clean-Up

Come prepared!

Safety Guidelines

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.

Join us for an individual community clean-up in the Clifton area! The exact check-in location will be announced closer to the event date. There will be a check-in table with waivers for you to sign, followed by a safety talk for everyone to attend, so please make sure to arrive promptly at 11:00 AM.

After check-in, you will split off with one of the site supervisors to clean a specific area of Clifton (a map will be provided with some of the possible routes we’ll take). You are encouraged to clean sidewalks and nearby grassy areas, but must stay out of alleys and private property. If you are unsure about a location, ask your site supervisor before proceeding.

This is a team-based opportunity, so everyone should stay within close eye distance of each other to ensure safety and efficiency. All supplies must be returned to the check-in location between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM as the event concludes.

How are my volunteer hours determined?

Volunteer hours are based on the duration of the event. If volunteers stay on task and work as a team, 2 volunteer hours will be awarded.

Preparing for Your Community Clean-Up

Come prepared!

Safety Guidelines

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.

This job will use AI to create tools that elementary school students can use to improve their personal character.  If you are interested, sign up for this opportunity, then email volunteermanager@charactercincinnati.org to apply.  Let me know how many hours you need and by when, your major, expected graduation and why you want to do this.

Join the MCA A-Team and members of Shomrei Olam (Jewish Environmental Advocates of Cincinnati) from 1PM-4PM for a workparty planting trees at Evendale Commons in honor of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish “New Year for Trees”. This holiday originated as an agricultural festival marking the start of spring, and now celebrates nature, tree planting, and environmentalism.

What to wear: Wear weather appropriate clothing (layers are always a good idea). Long sleeves, long pants, and closed toed shoes are highly recommended to avoid cuts and scratches, sunburn, and possible exposure to poison ivy.

What to bring: Bring your own sunscreen, bug spray and reusable water bottle. Volunteers are welcome to bring any personal labeled tools/supplies or snacks, but Mill Creek Alliance will provide enough tools/supplies/snacks for all volunteers including safety glasses, gloves, loppers, etc.!

*Rain/inclement weather cancels events. Registrants will be contacted via email if an event is cancelled.*

Join the MCA A-Team from 10AM-1PM for a workparty to prepare Evendale Commons for tree planting later in March in honor of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish “New Year for Trees”. We will work to ‘chop-and-drop’ existing piles of cut honeysuckle, pick up trash, and more.

What to wear: Wear weather appropriate clothing (layers are always a good idea). Long sleeves, long pants, and closed toed shoes are highly recommended to avoid cuts and scratches, sunburn, and possible exposure to poison ivy.

What to bring: Bring your own sunscreen, bug spray and reusable water bottle. Volunteers are welcome to bring any personal labeled tools/supplies or snacks, but Mill Creek Alliance will provide enough tools/supplies/snacks for all volunteers including safety glasses, gloves, loppers, etc.!

*Rain/inclement weather cancels events. Registrants will be contacted via email if an event is cancelled.*

Want a meaningful way to give back close to campus?

St. Francis Seraph Ministries welcomes UC students and friends to volunteer in our Dining Room, where you can help serve breakfast or dinner to neighbors experiencing homelessness and poverty in Over-the-Rhine. Just a drive from UC, this is an easy way to make a real impact.

Volunteering with us is about more than serving a meal. It’s about creating a space of hospitality, dignity, and connection for every guest who walks through our doors. Your presence helps ensure our neighbors feel respected, welcomed, and cared for.

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

Whether you can volunteer once or make it a regular part of your routine, your time truly matters.

We are located just 1.5 miles from UC at the St. Anthony Center (Liberty & Republic). Free parking is available on Liberty Street 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/need/

Make this semester count by showing up for your community — we can’t wait to serve alongside you!

Join us in supporting local nonprofit member organizations serving the Greater Cincinnati community. Volunteers will assist with a variety of event-based needs, including event setup and breakdown, registration tables, greeting guests, distributing materials, light administrative support, and general event assistance.

This opportunity is ideal for students and community members who want hands-on experience while making a meaningful impact. Our member organizations focus on areas such as social justice, health equity, education, environmental sustainability, and community advocacy.

Volunteers will have the opportunity to:
• Gain real-world nonprofit and community engagement experience
• Network with local leaders and organizations
• Support impactful community-centered events
• Build leadership and teamwork skills

Volunteer opportunities will be scheduled throughout the semester based on event needs. Specific dates and times will be shared upon registration.

We welcome individuals and student groups who are passionate about giving back and strengthening our community.

Volunteer with us at the Kentucky Derby–themed Casino Soirée benefiting Greater Project! Volunteers are essential to making this fun, elevated evening a success. Opportunities to help welcome guests, assist with food and beverage service, support games and raffles, and keep the event running smoothly. It’s a great way to give back, enjoy the derby excitement, while making a meaningful impact—helping support vulnerable children in our local community and around the world.

CCAC is looking for friendly, community-minded volunteers to help make this year’s Wednesdays in the Woods concert series a success!

Wednesdays in the Woods is a free outdoor summer concert series held at the Burnet Woods Bandstand, a Cincinnati park located in the heart of Clifton—between downtown and the University of Cincinnati campus. Because of the location, our audience is a diverse mix of families, college students, and neighborhood residents. 

This season marks the 17th year of the series. Concerts take place every Wednesday, June 3rd - August 12th from 7:00–9:00 pm, and include music, food trucks, beer provided by HighGrain Brewing Co., lawn games, a free Kids Art Corner, and a strong sense of community.

Volunteer Responsibilities Include:

Greeting guests as they enter and exit the event

Assisting with tabling for CCAC

Recruiting guests to take surveys about the event

We’ll need 3–4 volunteers at each concert

Clifton Cultural Arts Center is looking for friendly, community-minded volunteers to help make this year’s Clifton Home & Garden Tour a success!

The tour takes place on Mother’s Day, May 10th, from 9:30am–4:30pm, and showcases a dozen beautiful homes throughout the Clifton neighborhood—celebrating architecture, history, and the vibrant community that makes Clifton so special.

Greeting guests as they enter and exit tour homes

Assisting with the flow of visitors through each house

Providing basic context about the home and offering hospitality

Helping guests with directions and navigating between tour locations

Ticket sales and guest assistance at the Clifton Cultural Arts Center (CCAC)

Transportation and shuttle support to assist guests traveling between tour locations

We’ll need 3–4 volunteers at each house at all times, and shifts are broken into two manageable sessions:

Morning Shift: 9:30am–1:00pm

Afternoon Shift: 1:00pm–4:30pm

Each shift is 3.5 hours, and in exchange for volunteering, you’ll receive a free ticket to the Home & Garden Tour, which you can use before or after your shift.

Hope Ignites Cincinnati is in need of ongoing Tutoring/Homework assistance for grades 7-11. Monday - Thursday between the hours of 4 pm - 8 pm. Ideally you would volunteer at least one day a week or every other week. You can volunteer multiple days, change the days each week, etc. Located behind St. Xavier HS in Finneytown. There is driveway parking. Program pauses during holiday breaks and during summer. Background check required and paid for by Hope Ignites Cincinnati.

Iron Core fifth session

Iron Core fourth session

Iron core third session

Iron Core second session

Iron Core first session

Iron Core virtual learning modules and in person training session. 

The Neighborhood Summit is a conference hosted by Invest Neighborhoods, which is an organization that works to envision the city of Cincinnati with engaged and effective Community Councils, working collaboratively to build strong neighborhoods. Their vision is to empower community councils and their resident members, volunteers, and related community organizations, to contribute to civic life and advance the quality of life in Cincinnati's neighborhoods, by increasing capacities and competencies, assisting with resources, and promoting civic engagement.

The Neighborhood Summit proudly celebrates its 25th Anniversary on Saturday, April 25, 2026. They are focusing on looking ahead to the next generation of civic life. This year's conference is titled "Cincinnati 2051: Envisioning the Future" and it invites community leaders, residents, organizers, planners, artists, and innovators to help imagine what our neighborhoods can become over the next 25 years - and what we must do to get there. 

Volunteers are encourage to attend and help us put on a great event. We cannot do this without the support of students and want to partner with students to help imagine the future of Cincinnati.

This experience includes the following roles:
        -  Registration for Attendees, Guests, and Speakers

        - Way-Finding & Directions

        - Technical Support in Classrooms

Please monitor your email for follow-up information, which will be sent to your UC email for you to complete an additional form to provide more information. In addition, you will be required to attend a mandatory meeting prior to the volunteer experience. You will also receive 1 hour of volunteer hours for attending the training.

Join us for Be My Neighbor Day at Taylor Elementary School. Meet Daniel Tiger  and Miss Elaina, dive into hands-on activities, enjoy fun games and storytime, and learn  about being a caring neighbor. Don’t miss out on this free, fantastic family experience!

We are looking for fun and engaged students to help with simple crafts and games (e.g., slap bracelets, paper bag puppets, bookmarks,  etc.).

Submit receipt on google form. 

Virtual Trash Pickup. 2 full trash bagas = 1 hour, see google form. Max hours 3 

Graduation cards for Corryville Elementary School

Welcome cards for Ronald Mcdonald House 

Create dog toys with T-shirts 

Submit receipt in google forms 

Color- A- Smile 

SASE x Circle K Pipe Cleaners Project  

Creating Bookmarks for Corryville Catholic Elementary School 

Come help science come alive for elementary age students and their families!

Physical, life and earth sciences are featured through demonstrations and hands-on activities. 

We plan to have robots, drones, merge cubes, animals, make and take activities, and snacks.  Volunteers are needed to facilitate these activities and help monitor for safety around the school.

Hope Ignites Cincinnati is in need of ongoing Tutoring/Homework assistance for grades 9-11. Monday - Thursday 3 pm - 4 pm. Ideally you would volunteer at least one day a week or every other week. You can volunteer multiple days, change the days each week, etc. Located across the street from St. Ursula Academy. There is ample street parking and located on the Metro bus route.  Program pauses during holiday breaks and during summer. Background check required and paid for by Hope Ignites Cincinnati. 

Each October we host 3 FREE Halloween Costume Giveaway Events for local families in need. We giveaway hundreds of kid/teen costumes each year and we are always collecting additional new and gently-used Halloween costumes and accessories.

Host your own Halloween costume drive and earn 1 service hour for every 10 costumes you collect (kids/adults). Our donors usually bring us garbage bags full of costumes so this is a pretty easy service project that you can do on your own time and contact us for delivery to our storage unit in Harrison, OH (19 miles from UC campus). 

Once you deliver your costumes and they are counted, we will automatically approve your service hours.

BI-WEEKLY OPPORTUNITY - We are looking for a student(s) who will pick up a carload of shoe donations in garbage bags from Give Like a Mother charity on the eastside of Cincinnati/Eastgate Mall and deliver them to our storage unit in Harrison, Ohio.

GLAM charity is 17 miles from UC campus (eastgate).
Our Soles4Souls storage unit is 42 miles from GLAM charity (Harrison).
Harrison is 21 miles from UC campus.
ROUNDTRIP would be approx 2 hours with loading and unloading > bi-weekly

Pick up at GLAM charity can be anytime Mon-Fri between 10am-4pm, we would set up delivery to storage unit the same day, one hour after pick up at GLAM. You must SCHEDULE the pick up with our team before going to GLAM, message us at bekindharrison@gmail.com to let us know the date and time you will be picking up at GLAM during your scheduled volunteer week and we will coordinate drop off the same day.

Would you be interested in serving as a "Fairy Godmother" during one of our Pop Up Shop days? Or maybe you would prefer to load and unload the dresses into the Uhaul and storage unit? 

Location: Harrison High School Activity Center (9999 West Rd, Harrison Oh 45030)
This event is 22 minutes from the UC campus. 
No specific dress code, just be sure to wear comfy shoes.
You will sign in and sign out each day for your volunteer hours. 

See past photos and learn more about our event & program here: https://www.facebook.com/cincyprincesspopupshop

SHIFTS AVAILABLE:
Friday, 3/13 - Shift: Load dresses & racks into Uhaul from storage (5 min from event location) (5-6pm)
Friday, 3/13 - Shift: Set up dress event, hang and arrange dresses, tables, shoes, etc (6-8pm)
Sat, 3/14 - Shift: Fairy Godmother - help girls "shop" for dresses, guide to try on areas (9:30am-2pm FULL, 2-6pm)
Sun, 3/15 - Shift: Fairy Godmother - help girls "shop" for dresses (9:30am-2pm, 2-6:30pm) @5pm tear down
Sun, 3/15 - Shift: Load dresses & racks into Uhaul & return to storage (5 min from event location) (6:30-7:30pm)

We will be making appreciation cards for Women Helping Women, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering survivors of gender-based violence by providing advocacy, support, and resources to help them navigate safety, healing, and justice.

Volunteer on a Saturday morning in the food pantry getting food into the hands of those experiencing food insecurity with a spirit of welcoming and dignity in our for-choice pantry! Tasks include stocking shelves, assisting guests with getting food, helping them to their cars. Variety of roles accessible for both volunteers needing low impact activity, and those looking to life boxes and move around.

From 9am-10am, we set up the pantry and assign roles to the volunteers, then open hours for guests to come shop are 10am-12pm. The food pantry is open on February 7th & 21st, March 7th & 21st, April 4th & 8th, May 2nd & 16th & 30th, June 13th & 27th. Please use this link to sign up to volunteer using our sign up genius page: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545ADAB2DA6FCCF8-58931613-lhoi#/

We currently are in a need of a part time volunteer to help us with some HR administrative work. This would entail employee reference calls, file organization, and background check data entry. It would be needed on a part time basis 1-2 days per week.

Share creativity and a love of reading with other students!

Volunteers will design and create handmade bookmarks that will be donated to local schools, libraries, and community organizations. These bookmarks are meant to encourage reading and bring a small moment of joy to recipients. No prior experience is required—this opportunity is beginner-friendly, meaningful, and hands-on.  

Event Details:

Location: 2728 Short Vine St.

Check-in: 3:00 PM (all volunteers check in at the same time)

Check-out: 6:00 PM

Hours: Determined by check-in and check-out times (3:00–6:00 PM)

Volunteers may create as many bookmarks as they want within the event timeframe. All materials will be provided, and instructions will be given at check-in.

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.

Join us for our annual Pause Easter Eggstravaganza event on Friday, March 20th & Saturday March 21st! This event has THREE sessions to choose from! Pick one, two or three sessions. Your choice!

When: Friday March 20th & Saturday March 21st. There are 3 shifts to choose from!

Session 1: FRIDAY, March 20th from 5:15 - 8:30pm

Session 2: SATURDAY, March 21st from 8:15 - 11:30am 

Session 3: SATURDAY, March 21st from 12:15 - 3:30pm

CLEAN UP CREW: SATURDAY, March 21st 3:00-4:15pm

A light meal will be provided during volunteer training!

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

What: Help local special needs families have a day full of fun! Volunteer as an egg hunt buddy, craft leader, gym helper, food team member and more! Our theme for this year is Let's Make Memories. A lot of our families don't get to have a "typical" family fun experience around the holidays. With your help, we get to create a special sensory friendly environment where families can have fun together and connect!

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

When? SATURDAY, March 7th from 9:45am-2:00pm (Please note our updated time!)

Where? Pause Liberty Twp! 5962 Hamilton Mason Rd., Liberty Twp., OH 45011

What? Your mission is simple. Show up, have fun and love on your group of kids for the morning. 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.

**Attendance is important! 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!