Students will assist with preparation for community outreach activities in the Lee County area. Students will have one-on-one interactions with community members, low-income populations, homeless populations in some aspects, and young adults. Students will assist in preparing promotional items such as condoms, pamphlets, and swag items for outreach activities. The Mcgregor Clinic serves as an HIV/STI clinic offering free testing and treatment for STI/HIV infections.   A typical shift would be 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or whatever the student is willing to cover, with some events happening on weekends and evenings.   If interested, please email jjean-pierre@Mcgregorclinic.org   Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11)

Students will assist with preparation for community outreach activities in the Lee County area. Students will have one-on-one interactions with community members, low-income populations, homeless populations in some aspects, and young adults. Students will assist in preparing promotional items such as condoms, pamphlets, and swag items for outreach activities. The Mcgregor Clinic serves as an HIV/STI clinic offering free testing and treatment for STI/HIV infections.   A typical shift would be 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or whatever the student is willing to cover, with some events happening on weekends and evenings.   If interested, please email jjean-pierre@Mcgregorclinic.org   Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11)

To answer our Question of the Month, read our InSTALLment using the Online Location link in this event or reading it in the bathroom stalls on campus, sign in to RSVP, and RSVP YES to this event with your answer. Correct answers will be entered into a drawing for $10 to be added to your Eagle account! For more details on this raffle please see below.*   This month's Wellness InSTALLment is brought to you by Maddy Childers!   *In order to participate for the $10 Eagle Dollars prize, students will need to answer our Question of the Month correctly. Eagle Dollars can be used wherever Eagle Dollars are accepted on FGCU’s campus. The question is located on the Wellness InSTALLment and the answer can be found within the Wellness InSTALLment. The Wellness InSTALLment can be seen via the Online Location Link in this event, on the University Recreation & Wellness website, or our physical InSTALLments in the bathroom. Students will submit their answer by signing into Eagle Link via their FGCU email and password and RSVPing YES to the event. Prevention & Wellness at Florida Gulf Coast University will be using funds from student health fees to award the $10 to the winner’s Eagle account. As a result, faculty and staff are ineligible to participate due to funding limitations. The winner will be chosen on the 1st of the following month between 8am-5pm via wheelofnames.com if they answered the question correctly, unless it falls on a weekend/holiday to which the following business day they will be chosen. All participants will be notified of the winner via their student email in addition to the correct answer. The prize will be awarded via Eagle account after we receive a signature on FGCU’s prize form which will be located in the Prevention & Wellness front desk in Cohen 161. Proof of identification via Eagle ID is needed. No purchase or contribution is necessary.

 For the past five years, Artists Standing Strong Together (ASST), an organization that supports independent artists, has hosted an all-day online concert of stories on New Year’s Eve. They are offering service learning hours to students who will assist in planning this event. In collaboration with ASST leadership, students will: build the basic structure of the show, manage communication with our talent partners, strategize sponsorship opportunities, coordinate rehearsals and other operational details. Flexible, Virtual opportunity for students; Runs Monday-Sunday, Begin in early September, finish in early December with opportunity to continue to 1/2/26. NACE Career Competencies: Communication, Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Good Health and Well-being (3), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Responsible Consumption and Production (12) Majors that align with this opportunity: Art, Music, Sociology, Theatre, Digital Media Design Contact of event Coordinator: Name: Lynn Jaffe Email: ljaffe4@comcast.net Sign up for this opportunity by emailing event coordinator at ljaffe4@comcast.net

Join Our Team as a Career Outreach Assistant! We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals with excellent verbal communication and customer service skills. Ideal candidates are confident, self-driven, reliable, and punctual—and excited to make a difference on campus.   As a Career Outreach Assistant, you’ll serve as a representative of the FGCU Career Development Services office, sharing valuable information with students about our services, events, and opportunities. You'll engage with students at special events, campus tabling, and other outreach activities, helping connect them with the resources they need to succeed.   This volunteer opportunity runs from September through November, with a weekly commitment of 2-4 hours required. Additional hours are available through support roles at our major career events. You’ll also have the chance to gain hands-on experience with administrative tasks in our office.   Tabling times are from 11am -1pm. Administrative tasks can be scheduled based on availability. Opportunities available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.   Build your resume, boost your confidence, and make an impact—apply today!   If interested, email Mary Larkin at marlarkin@fgcu.edu   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4)

The Democratic Party of Lee County is looking for volunteers to write 4 Letters to the Editor (one for each of the topics listed below) over the course of four months (September through December 2025).   Choose one topic per month and write a Letter to the Editor that expresses a college student's progressive viewpoint on that issue: - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure - Reduced Inequalities - Sustainable Cities and Communities - Responsible Consumption and Production   Submit your work to the LTE team each month for review and to get proper media contacts for publication.   Schedules are flexible as writing is done independently on your own time.   Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPP2uXOhxnJIlgaenKazS8pI5BxsvjrmBu9xZHb2tBBbxDLg/viewform   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (9), Reduced Inequalities (10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Responsible Consumption and Production (12)

The Democratic Party of Lee County is looking for volunteers to write 4 Letters to the Editor (one for each of the topics listed below) over the course of four months (September through December 2025).   Choose one topic per month and write a Letter to the Editor that expresses a college student's progressive viewpoint on that issue: - No Poverty - Zero Hunger - Good Health and Well-Being - Quality Education   Submit your work to the LTE team each month for review and to get proper media contacts for publication.   Schedules are flexible as writing is done independently on your own time.   Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPP2uXOhxnJIlgaenKazS8pI5BxsvjrmBu9xZHb2tBBbxDLg/viewform   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (1), Zero Hunger (2), Good Health and Well-Being (3), Quality Education (4)

The Democratic Party of Lee County is looking for volunteers to write 4 Letters to the Editor (one for each of the topics listed below) over the course of four months (September through December 2025).   Choose one topic per month and write a Letter to the Editor that expresses a college student's progressive viewpoint on that issue: - Gender Equality - Clean Water and Sanitation - Affordable and Clean Energy - Decent Work and Economic Growth   Submit your work to the LTE team each month for review and to get proper media contacts for publication.   Schedules are flexible as writing is done independently on your own time.   Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPP2uXOhxnJIlgaenKazS8pI5BxsvjrmBu9xZHb2tBBbxDLg/viewform   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Gender Equality (5), Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Affordable and Clean Energy (7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (8)

The Democratic Party of Lee County is looking for volunteers to write 4 Letters to the Editor (one for each of the topics listed below) over the course of four months (September through December 2025).   Choose one topic per month and write a Letter to the Editor that expresses a college student's progressive viewpoint on that issue: - Climate Action - Life Below Water - Life on Land - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions    Submit your work to the LTE team each month for review and to get proper media contacts for publication.   Schedules are flexible as writing is done independently on your own time.   Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPP2uXOhxnJIlgaenKazS8pI5BxsvjrmBu9xZHb2tBBbxDLg/viewform   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Professionalism/Work Ethic   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Climate Action (13), Life Below Water (14), Life on Land (15), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16)

Advance the Faith is in need of FGCU students to serve at the Vault Financial Literacy Program that they run on a monthly basis at Oasis Youth Shelter. An emergency shelter for youth in crisis situations or who have recently been removed from an unsafe environment to be placed in foster care. Their faith-based program provides lessons and activities to teach basic financial literacy skills to empower high school students as they prepare for independent living. Volunteers assist staff with the program through set up, keeping track of participation points, assisting students, and helping teach lessons, if desired. Volunteers may select dates that they are available, as they do not have to attend all of the 5 sessions per month. Background checks are required.   This program is run on a monthly basis of 5 sessions per month on Mondays and Wednesdays (dates vary each month on which 5 days). Volunteers are needed from 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM.   If you're interested in learning more and serving, please email Rebecca Clark at rebecca@advancethefaith.org. and fill out our Volunteer Google Form: https://forms.gle/kSJPrayCnDwXY5wk9.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (1), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10).

BelieveNBooks is looking for FGCU students who may be interested in assisting with their Reading Program, which would include reading aloud to a classroom of children and distributing books. This is a weekly reading program at Harlem Heights Charter in Ft Myers. This opportunity will be available every Wednesday from 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, starting September 3rd. Students will recieve 2 service hours per week and are asked to commit to a month or more.   If you're interested in this opportunity, please contact Aditi Maheshwari by texting her at (p) 239-530-8085.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education (4). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Elementary Education and Social Work.  

Project Access is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing on-site health, education, and employment services to families living in affordable housing communities. Our mission is to build stronger communities by supporting residents on their path to self-sufficiency. They are looking for FGCU students who may be interested in getting involved in assisting with youth programs (tutoring, homework help, enrichment), supporting adult workshops (health, financial literacy, job readiness), helping with community events, and providing program support. These opportunities give students hands-on experience in community engagement and nonprofit services.   This opportunity is available any weekday, from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM.   If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please email Linda Tran at Ltran@project-access.org with a resume and availability for the week.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Climate Action (13), Life Below Water (14), and Life on Land (15)

Gladiolus Food Pantry is looking for FGCU students who may be interested in assisting them with their food pantry every Wednesday. These end of Wednesday efforts begin at 3:00 PM and should be fully completed by 6:00pm.   If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Miriam Ortiz at info@gladiolusfoodpantry.org.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Global/Intercultural Fluency. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Zero Hunger (2).

Al-Anon Family Groups is a non-profit organiztion who supports people who have been affected by someone else's drinking. They are looking for FGCU students who would be interested in assisting them with the following opportunities... Informational Tablings: - Students would table at any of the 5 locations listed below. - Tabling would include informational pamphlets and posters. Students would speak to the community about the organization. Date, Time, & Location: 1) Thur, Sept 25, 4pm-6pm; Heritage Charter K-8 Community Resource Fair; 2119 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral 2) Sat, Oct 4, 10am-1pm; OILE Organización Internacional de Latinos en el Exterior of SW FL, 81 Pondella Rd., N. Ft Myers 3) Sat, Oct 11, 10am-2pm; Seniors Expo; N. Ft Myers Rec Center, 2000 Recreation Park Way, N. Ft Myers 4) Wed, Oct 15, 11am-2pm; Second Chance Job Fair; Grace Church, 13 SE 21st Pl, Cape Coral 5) Sat, Oct 18, 11am-3pm; Source of Light and Hope Development Center Health Fair; 2666 Lime St., Ft Myers   Peer-Perspective Presentation: (VIRTUAL) Students would create an informational presentation about the organization.  - Review current PowerPoints for K-12 and Professionals to understand Al-Anon and Alateen and the different audiences. - Visit Al-Anon.org website to research Al-Anon vs. Alateen information and materials (books, blogs, etc.) - Ask questions of Lori and Debbie. - Create a peer-perspective PowerPoint and speaker notes for college student presentations. Students would start right away and have the powerpoint completed by October 14th, 2025.    If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Lori Blass-Adams at lblassadams@gmail.com.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, and Global/Intercultural Fluency. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3) and Quality Education (4). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Education, or Communication. 

Charlotte County Rotary is a local club of Rotary International. Rotary International has over 30,000 clubs in over 100 countries throughout the world. They are looking for an FGCU student who may be interested in assisting them with Marketing for their organization. This would include marketing for fundraising, activities, and teaching them how to use social media. The student would also receive a free membership to the club.   Their meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, at 6:00 PM. 1441 Tamiami Tr (Pt Charlotte Town Center) Also, available on ZOOM. Work will be mostly outside of meetings.   If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Suzi Jamrog at sjamrog@yahoo.com.   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Digital Technology. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (1), Good Health and Well-being (3), Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Decent Work and Economic Growth (8). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Marketing, Digital Media Design, Entrepreneurship, or Communication. 

Florida Lions Eye Clinic is looking for FGCU students to come and assist at their organization in the following ways: 🗣️ Interpreters Needed at Florida Lions Eye Clinic Location: 10322 Pennsylvania Ave., Bonita Springs, FL 34135Days Available: Monday–SaturdayDetails: Help bridge the language gap! Assist with Spanish to English translation during clinic operations. Flexible scheduling based on clinic times and student availability.   📝 Medical Scribes Needed at Florida Lions Eye Clinic Location: 10322 Pennsylvania Ave., Bonita Springs, FL 34135Days Available: Monday–SaturdayDetails: Support doctors by recording notes during patient exams using the clinic’s EHR platform. Great for pre-health students! Flexible hours based on scheduled clinics.   🏥 Clinic Assistants Needed at Florida Lions Eye Clinic Location: 10322 Pennsylvania Ave., Bonita Springs, FL 34135Days Available: Monday–SaturdayDetails: Assist with tasks like diagnostic imaging, escorting patients, and taking medical histories. Help provide free, quality eye care to underserved Florida residents.   📱 Social Media & Marketing Volunteers Needed Location: Virtual or In-Person at 10322 Pennsylvania Ave., Bonita Springs, FLDays Available: Monday–SaturdayDetails: Create digital and printed content, attend outreach events, and support clinic communications. Perfect for students in communications or marketing!   👥 Patient Liaison Needed at Florida Lions Eye Clinic Location: Virtual or In-Person at 10322 Pennsylvania Ave., Bonita Springs, FLDays Available: Monday–SaturdayDetails: Assist patients with intake paperwork, referrals, and connecting with additional support services. Help ensure no one falls through the cracks.   If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, click here!   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (1), Good Health and Well-being (3), Reduced Inequalities (10).

Turning Point Church in Bonita Springs is in need of FGCU students to serve in-person on Sundays from 8:30 -10:30 am and/or 10:00 am - 12:00 noon to engage with children from babies to 5th grade in their classrooms, once or twice per month. This will run from September 7th until December 28th. Background check required (no charge). Additional opportunities available. Turning Point Church is a non-denominational church in Bonita Springs.     To sign up for this opportunity, please email Diane: tpckids@tpclive.org   Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership, Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Child and Youth Studies, Education, Social Work.

Sustainability Blog Submission Dates: Monday, September 8 – Friday, September 12, 2025 Submit anytime during the week Hosted by: The Healthy Earth Organization
www.thehealthyearth.org Get 2 Service Learning Hours Event Description: Are you passionate about sustainability, the environment, or climate action? 🌎 Join us for Sustainability Blog Submission Week, where voices from all walks of life come together to share insights, experiences, and ideas for a greener future. Whether you're a student, volunteer, eco-advocate, or simply inspired to share your thoughts—we want to hear from you! ✍️ What You Need to Know: * Submission Dates: September 8–12, 2025 * Blog Length: 300–800 words * Topics Can Include: ✅ Environmental justice ✅ Sustainable living ✅ Youth activism ✅ Food security ✅ Ocean conservation ✅ Nature-based learning ✅ Your personal eco story * All blog submissions will be published on our website to help raise awareness and celebrate diverse perspectives in the sustainability movement. 💡 Why Participate? * Share your unique voice * Raise awareness on critical issues * Inspire others through storytelling * Be part of a growing network of changemakers 🌱 📩 How to Submit: After registering, you’ll receive an email with where to send your completed blog. Questions? Email: Paloma@thehealthyearth.org

The mission of Community Cooperative is to eliminate hunger and homelessness in southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education and social service programs.   As a Flip Volunteer you will help design and plan arts and crafts activities based on the fruit or vegetable of the month. You will do amazing tasks such as reading a story about the highlighted food, help with arts and crafts, and even hand out snacks! Our Flip participants are always excited to have us in the classroom and they always enjoy crafts and a healthy snack. You will be working closely with our social worker Jeremy, who often sports a fruit or vegetable costume! If you have not volunteered with Community Cooperative before, all FLIP volunteers must conduct a phone interview with a staff member of volunteer services. This must be conducted BEFORE your first FLIP shift. FLIP Occurs on Wednesdays alternating, the shift is from 9am-10:30am. There are several locations including: 3713 Canal Street, Fort Myers, FL, USA 4650 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL, USA More locations coming soon! NACE Career Competencies: Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Zero Hunger (2), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10) How to Sign Up: The first step to joining our volunteer team is to create an account in our system. You can do that by clicking on the following link: https://communitycooperative.com/give-help/volunteer/ After scrolling down you will press “CLICK HERE” to get started! Once you have reached the site In the upper right corner, click on “Create An Account” to get started! After your application is received, we will conduct a background check. This process should only take 24-48 hours. Once complete, you will receive a notice that you are welcome to explore our calendar and sign up for open volunteer positions. Please email: brooke@communitycooperative.com  if you are interested in this opportunity.

The mission of Community Cooperative is to eliminate hunger and homelessness in southwest Florida while simultaneously inspiring and supporting sustained positive change in its clients by delivering innovative food, education and social service programs.   As a Flip Volunteer you will help design and plan arts and crafts activities based on the fruit or vegetable of the month. You will do amazing tasks such as reading a story about the highlighted food, help with arts and crafts, and even hand out snacks! Our Flip participants are always excited to have us in the classroom and they always enjoy crafts and a healthy snack. You will be working closely with our social worker Jeremy, who often sports a fruit or vegetable costume! If you have not volunteered with Community Cooperative before, all FLIP volunteers must conduct a phone interview with a staff member of volunteer services. This must be conducted BEFORE your first FLIP shift. FLIP Occurs on Wednesdays alternating, the shift is from 9am-10:30am. There are several locations including: 3713 Canal Street, Fort Myers, FL, USA 4650 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL, USA More locations coming soon! NACE Career Competencies: Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Zero Hunger (2), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10) How to Sign Up: The first step to joining our volunteer team is to create an account in our system. You can do that by clicking on the following link: https://communitycooperative.com/give-help/volunteer/ After scrolling down you will press “CLICK HERE” to get started! Once you have reached the site In the upper right corner, click on “Create An Account” to get started! After your application is received, we will conduct a background check. This process should only take 24-48 hours. Once complete, you will receive a notice that you are welcome to explore our calendar and sign up for open volunteer positions. Please email: brooke@communitycooperative.com  if you are interested in this opportunity.