Students will be assigned to a team (based on their skills/interests) - it might be helping supervise parking, staffing a game, face-painting, pumpkin decorating, Marching in the costume parade or helping with food and crowd management.   This event is targeted to children under the age of 10 so experience working with children would be preferable. We are also hoping to sponsor 10-20 foster families at this event to highlight the importance of, and need for, foster families. Costumes will be encouraged for all volunteers working directly with the children.   Volunteers are encouraged to stay the whole time from 9 AM-2 PM   To sign up for this opportunity, please email Mary Peabody: mlp4878@gmail.com Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Myers (UUCFM)   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: Good Health and Well-being (3), Reduced Inequalities (10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Education, Social Work, Child and Youth Studies, Resort and Hospitality Administration.Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11350359

  🎉 Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where students and seniors come together for laughter, connection, and a little friendly competition! We’ll be playing classic rounds of Bingo—an all-time favorite that’s sure to bring big smiles and even bigger wins. Whether you’ve never played before or consider yourself a Bingo pro, this event is the perfect way to bond across generations, share stories, and make new memories with members of our local senior community. 📅 Date & Time: Saturday, October 18 from 1–3pm📍 Location: 8100 Arbor Court, Fort Myers, Florida 33908                     🎲 Supplies provided—just bring your enthusiasm and a lucky charm! Let’s make it a night to remember—filled with joy, connections, and community spirit. Plus, you can earn up to 4 service hours for participating, with travel time compensated!Hosted by: Students and SeniorsAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11525660

*VOLUNTEERS MUST BE 21+* The American Cancer Society exists because this year alone, more than two million people in the U.S. will hear the words, “you have cancer”. With donor and volunteer support, we will continue to advance our work and provide support and hope to millions.   Dinner is provided!   Volunteers will serve in one or more of the following roles during the fundraising gala: Greeter ▪ Description: Greet all guests as they arrive, answer their questions, and provide direction.▪ Qualifications: Upbeat attitude and a warm, approachable personality. Registration/Checkout Attendant ▪ Description: Check in guests and assist through the registration process, answer questions,and report on any issues. At the end of the night, compute purchases for winning bidders,operate software to keep the live and silent auctions updated throughout the evening.▪ Qualifications: Computer skills, database software experience preferred, but not required.A fun upbeat attitude, with a winning smile and strong organizational skills. Silent Auction Attendant ▪ Description: Set up silent auction packages, assist bidders, report on bidding status, andassist guests with checking-out. Deliver auction items to winning bidders, may includetransporting items to their car.▪ Qualifications: A desire to help others make exciting purchases. Great people skills and abilityto lift 40 pounds. Revenue Enhancer/Live Auction Attendant ▪ Description: Engage guests and explain the exciting opportunities at the event. Jump into theaction during our exciting live auction by assisting the auctioneer with spotting bids.▪ Qualifications: A good eye, a clear voice, great people skills and comfortable approachingguests.   Students will be trained and led by our Volunteer Lead who has served the event for three years. Students will engage in leadership and service activities that enable them to further develop and enhance their leadership abilities, while also making a significant contribution in the American Cancer Society's effort to support cancer patients and their caregivers, continue lifesaving research, and make progress in the fight against cancer.   Volunteers are asked to serve the entire time (3:30 PM-11:30 PM) For attire, a t-shirt will be provided to pair with a skirt or pants, as well as any cowboy boots, hats, or anycountry flair! Denim jackets/dresses are also okay, but please no blue jeans (black or white jeans areacceptable). We recommend you wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes. To sign up for this opportunity please click HERE!   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), Reduced Inequalities (10).Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11344737

Weekly meeting with the Phi Mu executive committee. Hosted by: Phi Mu FraternityAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11368597

Sustainability Blog Submission - October 20-24, 2025 The Healthy Earth Organization is looking for student volunteers for their Sustainability Blog Submission Week: 📅 Dates: Monday, October 20 – Friday, October 24, 2025⏰ Time: 7 AM – 5 PM (Virtual)🌍 Organization: The Healthy Earth Organization👤 Contact: Falon Tabares | falon@thehealthyearth.org | 239-537-6436🔗 Register on Eventbrite Are you passionate about sustainability, the environment, or climate action? 🌎 Join us for Sustainability Blog Submission Week!   ✍️ Write a 300–800 word blog on topics like environmental justice, sustainable living, youth activism, and more. Earn 2 service learning hours! All submissions will be published on the website to raise awareness and celebrate diverse perspectives. Students who complete this event gain skills in: Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral/Written Communications, Leadership This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), Climate Action (SDG 13)Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11561197

Mobile Food Pantry with Community Cooperative! 🌽🍎🥕 Make a real impact by helping bring fresh, nutritious food to neighborhoods that need it most! The Mobile Food Pantry, a key program of Community Cooperative, delivers fresh produce, dairy, bread, and essential services directly to food deserts—areas where residents have limited access to fresh groceries and often face food insecurity. 📅 Date: Monday, October 20th ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM 🕣 Meet at 8:45 AM | Depart at 9:00 AM | Return by 12:30 PM 📍 Meeting Location: McTarnaghan Hall Bus Loop 🌍 Sustainable Development Goals: Zero Hunger (2) 🎓 Majors Connected to This Experience: Entrepreneurship, Integrated Studies, Management, Psychology, Public Health, Supply Chain Management,  Social Work... and more!  👕 Free FGCU T-Shirt for all volunteers!Hosted by: Service-Learning OpportunitiesAdditional Information can be found at: https://getinvolved.fgcu.edu/event/11384176