Office of Student Life

Student Activities

Service and Outreach

In fulfillment of the university's mission, "education for citizenship," Ohio State students have numerous opportunities to connect with communities, engage in social justice issues, and develop skills for active citizenship. Student Activities offers a variety of programs designed to help students engage at a local, national, and global level.

Use the navigation tabs on the left to access programs specifically focused on service and outreach for individuals and organizations.

Current Service Opportunities
Apply to be a Site Leader for Pay It Forward's annual Community Commitment event on Saturday August 24
Apply to be a part of the Semester of Service Program, for more information visit go.osu.edu/sos

Request Support from Student Activities

Looking for a service consultation or other support or resources from Student Activities? The Student Activities Request Form is here for you! Our team of trained coaches, facilitators, and staff members are excited to support you, your organization, department, or group. 

Use the search function below to find current volunteer opportunities throughout the Greater Columbus area.

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  • Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
    Organization / American Cancer Society
    Campus: Columbus

    Come volunteer to help at the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. This walk helps fund Breast Cancer Research. All funds raised go towards research for prevention and curses for breast cancer. We are looking for volunteers that can staff our registration tent, help set up for the events and help on the route as route marshals and at the water station.

    Updated: 2 Weeks Ago, Added: August 14, 2019
  • Volunteers wanted for BBQ & Steak Music Festival!
    Organization / PigManiaBBQ
    Campus: Columbus, Newark

    We need about 25-30 volunteers for this years event for varies shifts throughout the day. Volunteer tasks include but are not limited to: - Setup/tear down of event - Working the ticket booth at main entrance - Pop/refreshment sales - Beer tent (must be 21+ to work in this booth) - Assisting with BBQ & steak competitions - Assisting elsewhere around the festival as needed. Please wear close-toed shoes and comfortable pants as you will be moving around and may be lifting heavy objects. PigMania will be providing you with a t-shirt. Also make sure to dress weather appropriate, as we will be working outside! After your shift is over you are free to enjoy the festival! Event Dates: Friday August 30th, 2019 - 5 pm - 10 pm Saturday August 31st, 2019 - 12 pm - 10 pm Event Location: Franklin County Fairgrounds, 4951 Northwest Pkwy, Hilliard, OH 43206 Please call us at 614-676-0700 and ask for Christina if you would like to sign up to volunteer or have any questions. For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/257226041636153/ https://pigmaniabbq.com/

    Updated: 2 Weeks Ago, Added: August 14, 2019
  • Special Olympics Cash Drop Fundraiser
    Organization / Columbus Schools Special Olympics
    Campus: Columbus

    The Cash Drop is a fundraiser similar to Charity Newsies in which volunteers are at various intersections around Columbus collecting donations for Columbus Schools Special Olympics. This is year it is being held on Saturday, September 28th. The intersections are generally manned for 4 hours and volunteers are welcome to help the entire time or for 2 hours. Currently this is our largest fundraiser of the year and the one we need the largest number of volunteers for. Please keep in mind, this event does involve going onto the roadway while traffic is stopped to collect donations; all volunteers must be 18 or older. 100% of the money raised during this event goes back into the program for our athletes.

    Updated: 4 Weeks Ago, Added: July 16, 2019
  • Volunteers wanted for BBQ & Steak Music Festival!
    Organization / PigManiaBBQ
    Campus: Columbus

    We need about 25-30 volunteers for this years event for varies shifts throughout the day. Volunteer tasks include but are not limited to: - Setup/tear down of event - Working the ticket booth at main entrance - Pop/refreshment sales - Beer tent (must be 21+ to work in this booth) - Assisting with BBQ & steak competitions - Assisting elsewhere around the festival as needed Please wear close-toed shoes and comfortable pants as you will be moving around and may be lifting heavy objects. PigMania will be providing you with a t-shirt. Also make sure to dress weather appropriate, as we will be working outside! After your shift is over you are free to enjoy the festival! Event Dates: Friday August 30th, 2019 - 5 pm - 10 pm Saturday August 31st, 2019 - 12 pm - 10 pm Event Location: Franklin County Fairgrounds, 4951 Northwest Pkwy, Hilliard, OH 43206 Please call us at 614-676-0700 and ask for Christina if you would like to sign up to volunteer or have any questions. For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/257226041636153/ https://pigmaniabbq.com/

    Updated: 2 Months Ago, Added: June 5, 2019
  • Spring yard clean up for older adults
    Organization / Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center
    Campus: Columbus

    Village in the Ville provides engagement, community, and services to older adults in the Clintonville-Beechwold neighborhood. We're seeking volunteers to help ready members' yard for spring and summer. Tasks are set by each individual member but will likely include cleaning up debris, trimming hedges, cleaning outdoor furniture, and pulling weeds. Equipment and materials provided. This is a great opportunity for groups of all sizes, and we can schedule to make this work for you.

    Updated: 5 Months Ago, Added: April 9, 2019

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