Community Service

Hearts & Homes for Veterans (HHV) is a local non-profit organization supporting homeless and near homeless Veterans and their families. They are looking for FGCU students to come and assist them at the following events: Greens of Honor- Friday, October 3rd Event: HHV Golf FundraiserLocation: Plantation Golf & Country ClubTime: Starting at 11:00 AMNotes: Multiple volunteer shifts available Lee County Senior Expo- Saturday, October 11th Location: NFM Recreation Center📍 2000 N. Recreation Park Way, North Fort MyersTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMNotes: One-day event; great community outreach opportunity VET Fest - Saturday, November 1 Location: Cape Coral Museum of History📍 544 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape CoralTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMNotes: Volunteer shifts available Thursday, November 13 – VET Fest 2025 Location: Lakes Park Regional Library📍 15290 Bass Rd, Fort MyersTime: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMNotes: Afternoon outreach and community engagement American Legion Auxiliary 415 Event - Tuesday, December 9 Location: Babcock RanchTime: 6:00 PMNotes: Evening event supporting veterans and their families 🚗 2nd Annual HHV Car Show - Saturday, February 28 Location: German-American Club, Cape CoralTime: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMNotes: Several shifts and multiple volunteer roles available Additional volunteer opportunities onsite at HHV:- Social media specialists.- Pantry move – Date: TBD Probably around October. HHV expected to close to public.- Warehouse assistance.- Pick up & Delivery of furniture assistance. Note: HHV is open Mon - Thurs, 8 am - 2:30 pm and is also closed on all federal holidays. The following list identifies all of our upcoming offsite events that offer additional hours and opportunities to meet your Community Service requirement. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Elizabeth Kinne at Ekinne@hhveterans.com. Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Reduced Inequalities (10), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11560322

Colonial Elementary is looking for FGCU students to assist with their Eagles Read program. Volunteers would read with Second - Third Grade students from 9:30 am – 10:30 am on Wednesday’s & Thursday’s.  Volunteers will be paired with 1-2 students to accompany them with reading proficiency & comprehension activities. Volunteers do not need to be experienced educators – just need caring adults to read with and serve as mentors to students. If this is your first time volunteering with us, please complete the attached Lee County School District Volunteer Application. https://lfforms.leeschools.net/Forms/Volunteer-Application For questions, please contact Anthony Stephens-Lynch, anthony@unitedwaylee.org. For more information, click here! Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, and Leadership. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3) and Quality Education (4) Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11226108

My Autism Connection, INC. is looking for volunteers to join the Fundraising Committee for their Annual Tea Gala. 🎉 Tasks Include: Securing auction items and themed baskets from local businesses and donors Preparing and organizing auction materials before the event Attending monthly committee meetings (1 hour minimum/month) Assisting with setup and supporting the auction on the day of the Gala (optional but encouraged) Committee Lead position available to guide the team and oversee the auction day Time Commitment: Approximately 6–10 hours per month leading up to the event Attendance required on the day of the Gala (date TBD, expected Spring 2026) 📍 Mostly virtual work with in-person attendance on event day If you're interested in this opportunity, please email office@myautismconnection.net. Students who participate gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, and Leadership. This aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal: Reduced Inequalities (10). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11787267

United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades is looking for volunteers to support young readers at Franklin Park Elementary. 📚 Tasks Include: Helping kindergarten, first, and second grade students with reading support Building positive relationships to encourage learning and behavior improvement Working one-on-one or with two students during reading sessions 📅 Dates: Every Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – May 6, 2026⏰ Time: 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM (volunteers can sign up for 30-minute increments)📍 Location: 2323 Ford Street, Fort Myers, FL 33916 If you're interested in this opportunity, click here! Volunteers must complete the Lee County School District Volunteer Application. Details will be provided after contacting Claudia Portalatin: claudia@unitedwaylee.org Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Leadership, and Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11787204

Join FGCU's Baseball Team as a Manager or Quality Control Assistant: Tasks Include: Assisting with baseball practice and game organization Filming practices and games Conducting in-game analytic analysis Supporting coaching staff with logistics and team needs 📅 Starts ASAP – Ends End of School Year🕐 Flexible schedule (Weekends needed January through May)📍 Location: Swanson Stadium, FGCU Campus This opportunity is perfect for students interested in sports management, analytics, digital technology, or teamwork-driven roles. Former student volunteers have gone on to work with Major League Baseball teams like the Red Sox, Rays, and Twins! If you're interested in this opportunity, please contact Matt Reid at mreid@fgcu.edu. Students who participate gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, and Digital Technology. This aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (9). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11813205

Neighbors Network of Lee County, Inc. is an organization formed to help older adults thrive in their own homes and communities. Their technology classes are brand new and they would like to continue this experience every semester! The goal is to teach an eager group of people something new about technology! Volunteers for this experience will conduct 'seminar' style classes offering tons of hands-on help teaching the essentials of mobile technology like: - Troubleshooting, ❌ - Scam/Security Topics,🔐 -  and AI 👾 This opportunity is completely flexible and the organization will work with your schedule. The classes will last between 1.5 - 2 hours, again, depending on your schedule. Make sure to contact Barbara Shearer at: info@leeneighbors.org to sign up for this oppportunity! NACE Career Competencies: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Professionalism/Work Ethic Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Good Health and Well-Being (3), Quality Education (4), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16) Majors that Align with this opportunity: Digital Media, Software Engineer, Computer Information Systems, Analytics & Informatics, Communications, Social Work, Psychology Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11774113

Join the City of Cape Coral Environmental Resources Division for the Annual WaterWays Science Festival!Volunteers will assist with: 🎨 Educational booths & games 📸 Photography & videography 🧩 Set-up and clean-up Dates: Set up: Friday, Febuary 6th, 2026 Event date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026 Shifts:Friday 2/6 (Set-up) 3:30 PM – 6:00 PMSaturday 2/7 (Event) 7:30 AM – 12 PM or 12 PM – 5 PM Location: Cultural Park, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral FL If you're interested in this opportunity, click here! Students who participate gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Global/Intercultural Fluency. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Affordable and Clean Energy (7), Life Below Water (14), Life on Land (15). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11837974

Habitat for Humanity of Collier County is looking for FGCU students to assist with the Cars on Fifth event!Volunteers will help with: - Admissions (greeting guests, collecting payments, distributing wristbands) - Entry Attendants (checking wristbands, guiding guests, monitoring flow) 📅 Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 🕒 Shifts:AM: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PMPM: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (or serve both!) Location: 5th Avenue South, Naples, FL If you're interested in this opportunity, click here! Students who participate gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goals: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11). Hosted by: Service-Learning Opportunities Additional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11837855