Service-Learning Opportunities
For current Service-Learning volunteer opportunities, scroll down and click on "VIEW MORE EVENTS."
The date listed on each event is the start date only - NOT the end date.
You can click each event to see the end date for each opportunity. If an opportunity is still visible, it is still available.
Your Service-Learning experience must be in partnership with a nonprofit or government agency to receive credit toward the graduation requirement. In order for your service to count towards your graduation, you must track your hours in Eagle Service Network.
Click here to learn how to track Service-Learning hours.
Safety
Please be sure to read our Serving Safely Guidelines.
Aside from the events found below, additional virtual opportunities can be found here.
More volunteer opportunities can be found at Volunteer Florida and United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades.
If you have any questions, please contact servicelearning@fgcu.edu or visit us in McTarnaghan Hall 229.
Fri, Jan 23Volunteers Needed for Naples Gala with Breakthrough T1DBreakthrough T1D is looking for FGCU students who may be interested in assisting them with their Naples Gala on January 23rd, 2026. They will need help with sign in/ registration, set up for the various events at the gala, and tear down of the event. Breakthrough T1D focuses on accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes and its complications. Any students under the age of 18 needs to have an adult present with them when volunteering. Date & Time: Friday, January 23rd, 2026 from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Students are asked to serve the entirety of the event. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Makayla Nalenzy at mnalenzy@breakthrought1d.org. Students who complete this event gain skills in Teamwork/Collaboration, Leadership, and Professionalism/Work Ethic. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Wellbeing (4).
Sun, Feb 1Volunteers Needed for Big Cypress Celebration with The Alliance for Florida's National ParksThe Alliance for Florida's National Parks is looking for FGCU students to assist with event operations. Volunteers don’t need prior experience — just a willingness to listen, learn, and help guide guests through the day. Roles include: - Wet Walk Support (Sweeps & Guides): Walking alongside ranger-led groups, ensuring everyone stays together and assisting participants who may need extra guidance. - Check-In & Guest Services: Greeting attendees, assisting with event technology (such as check-in tablets or digital tools), and helping answer basic questions. Date & Time: February 28, 2026 from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Shifts are divided into morning and afternoon, so students can choose a timeframe that works best. Every volunteer helps create a welcoming and seamless experience that connects our community to the parks. There will be a virtual orientation session for the volunteers to attend. Date and Time is TBD. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to sign up, please contact Stephanie Rose Diaz at sdiaz@floridanationalparks.org. 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).