Suncoast Blood Centers will visit the FGCU campus for blood drives during the school year. We are looking for volunteers to share flyers & information on upcoming blood drives and encourage student & staff participation.    The first blood drive will be on August 26, 2025. The bloodmobile will be on-site from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, during which time students can also assist. Future drives will occur on weekdays. The next drive will be on October 29, 2025. Students can schedule times at their convenience to assist.   Blood Drive is in parking lot 5. Student volunteers are needed to assist there and also around campus.   To sign up, contact Dawn Miller at dmiller@suncoastblood.org   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration   This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being (3)Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11422183

We have five major career fairs coming up in the fall, and we need volunteers! Jobs include: help with the registration check-in, door greeters, set-up/unloading. Location: Cohen Student Union Ballroom We ask for a minimum of 2 hours and 4-6 hours are available if you work the whole event. You can also sign up for more than one event. Skills Gained: Teamwork/Collaboration, Digital Technology, Professionalism/Work Ethic Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Responsible Consumption and Production Part-Time Job FairAugust 2610-28am shift available All Majors Career and Internship FairOctober 910-2 8am shift available Graduate and Professional School FairOctober 2810-28am shift available Teacher Recruitment FairOctober 29 9-117:30am shift available Water School ExpoNovember 610-2 Email Mary Larkin if interested: marlarkin@fgcu.edu  Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11372404

Event: Bloomingful Community Garden Maintenance Day
 Date & Time: 8/27/2025 9:30 AM - Noon 
 Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912 Join us for at Bloomingful Community Garden Maintenance Day as we plant and care for the garden located in Fort Myers, FL. Our community garden is in need of some TLC, and we’ll be planting and weeding to help it thrive. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Please wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, and bring a refillable water bottle. We’ll provide all the necessary tools, plus snacks and water—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Directions: Bloomingful Community Garden is located in the rear of Gulf Coast Medical Center. Once you enter the campus from Daniels Parkway, follow the red directional signs by taking a right onto Doctors Way. Continue around the right side of the building, loop around the back, and park in the designated area near the community garden—just past the emergency entrance.You’ll see signs and team members near the garden space to welcome you!We can’t wait to see you there! 🌿   Volunteers are required to serve the entire time!   To sign up for this opportunity, click HERE! The Healthy Earth   Students who complete this event gain skills in Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration. This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Zero Hunger (2), Good Health and Well-being (3), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Environmental Studies.Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11345784

📅 Date: Friday, August 29, 2025🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM�� Location: 251 Crescent St, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 - (valet parking will be reimbursed) My Autism Connection are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving autistic adults (18+), focusing on social engagement, independence, and career and life skills development. Our events include game nights, workshops, career tours, and more — all designed to empower our members. They are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help host carnival game stations as autistic adults enjoy a day filled with laughter, games, and connection at the resort! 🎯 Volunteer Responsibilities:Manage a fun carnival game stationEncourage and support participantsHelp ensure a safe, inclusive, and joyful experience💡 Skills You’ll Gain:Teamwork & CollaborationLeadershipProfessionalism & Work Ethic🌍  Sustainable Development Goal Focus:Reduced Inequalities📝 Ready to join us? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/jxgg9yZbuMM9He7X8  Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11372094

🎉 Join Us for a Service Trip to the Pretty Girls Poppin' Pep Rally! 📅 Date: Friday, August 29th⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Meeting Location: McTarnaghan Hall Bus Loop🚌 Meeting Time: 4:45 PM | Departure: 4:55 PM We’re looking for passionate students to help us make this event unforgettable for the amazing young girls of Pretty Girls Poppin'! Volunteers will: 💫 Set up interactive Affirmation Activation Stations – spaces filled with positivity and empowering activities📦 Distribute affirmation boxes, journals, uniforms, and book bags👋 Welcome girls and their families as they kick off a brand new season with confidence and joy �� Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-Being & Gender Equality. 🎓 Majors Connected to This Experience: Social Work, Psychology, Intergraded Studies, Education, Public Health... and more! 👕 Free FGCU T-Shirt for all volunteers!Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11409887

Students will assist in organizing items and materials for this community outreach event. They will communicate the services that are offered and assess if individuals are interested and assist in signing them up.   This event is on 8/30/25 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM with set-up beginning at 10:00 AM.   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), Gender Equality (5), Reduced Inequalities (10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11)Hosted by: The Office of Service-Learning and Civic EngagementAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11427257