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)

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 Fair August 26 10-2 8am shift available All Majors Career and Internship Fair October 9 10-2 8am shift available Graduate and Professional School Fair October 28 10-2 8am shift available Teacher Recruitment Fair October 29 9-11 7:30am shift available Water School Expo November 6 10-2 Email Mary Larkin if interested: marlarkin@fgcu.edu  

The ROCK Center at FGCU is dedicated to fostering compassion, kindness, and empathy through education, action, and research. Since its launch in 2020, the center’s instructors equip students with interdisciplinary insights on compassion, which students then bring to life in local classrooms through creative and interactive activities—like painting rocks, planting gardens, journaling, role-playing, readers' theater, and more. Now, you can represent The ROCK Center at tabling events on campus and in the community! Help us share our mission by engaging with visitors, distributing educational materials, and spreading goodwill. This is a great opportunity to earn service-learning hours while promoting positive social change and connecting with like-minded peers.   If you are interested in this service-learning opportunity, please click HERE!   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), Responsible Consumption and Production (12), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (16) This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Communication, Marketing, Education

Join the St Martin de Porres Outreach mission to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities for those looking to serve their community in practical and compassionate ways. You can support our mission by: Cooking or serving meals to individuals facing homelessness Distributing groceries at our food pantry Picking up donated food items Assisting with after-school education programs If you're ready to help, please create a volunteer profile here:👉 Become a Volunteer at SMDP Once your profile is approved, you’ll gain access to our service calendar to select volunteer shifts that best fit your schedule. (M-F)   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), Zero Hunger (2), Good Health and Well-being (3), Reduced Inequalities (10) This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, Health Science, Nursing, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Child and Youth Studies, Business Management, Public Administration, Marketing

Are you passionate about creativity, community engagement, or the nonprofit world? The Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers is looking for an enthusiastic FGCU student to assist with administrative support every Friday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, now through December. As a volunteer, you’ll gain hands-on experience working behind the scenes in a vibrant nonprofit arts organization—perfect for students interested in arts administration, communications, nonprofit work, or public service. What You’ll Do: Greet visitors and answer general questions Assist with mailings, organizing materials, and light office work Help prepare for upcoming events Support the daily flow of a creative, community-centered space Ideal for Students Who Are: Friendly, reliable, and organized Comfortable using basic office equipment (training provided) Looking to contribute to the arts in a meaningful way Eager to build professional skills in a welcoming environment 📍 Location: Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers📆 Fridays | 10 AM – 2 PM | Now through December   If you are interested in this opportunity, submit an application here. Their volunteer coordinator, Haley Volcy, will contact you with next steps.   Students who complete this event gain skills inOral/Written Communications, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic This aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals: Quality Education (4) This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Communication, Marketing, Education, Art, Theatre, Business Management

Free Weekly ASL Class – No Commitment Needed!Join us this Fall 2025 to learn American Sign Language in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment. Open to everyone – no prior experience required, and you don’t have to attend every week! 🗓 Wednesdays | ⏰ 1:30–2:30 PM📍 GIDDI Mod 2 | Hosted by FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disability Initiative Come as you are. Learn something new. All are welcome!

Free Weekly ASL Class – No Commitment Needed!Join us this Fall 2025 to learn American Sign Language in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment. Open to everyone – no prior experience required, and you don’t have to attend every week Wednesdays | 1:30–2:30 PM📍 GIDDI Mod 2 | Hosted by FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disability Initiative Come as you are. Learn something new. All are welcome!

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is looking for FGCU students who may be interested in assisting them in all kinds of aspects. Whether that be greeting visitors, offering comfort to patients, or supporting staff behind the scenes. Get an insider’s view of what it’s like to work at an academic medical center. See researchers, medical residents, and a variety of patient care providers in action in their daily roles. NCH offers a variety of volunteer roles and make sure you have the information and training to make you feel confident as an NCH volunteer. In addition to new volunteer orientation, you’ll receive customer service training, a hospital tour and orientation to floors you’ll visit as a volunteer, and a review of infection control and other safety-related precautions.   Date and Times are TBD, but students will be asked to commit to four-hour shifts at a time.   If you are interested in this opportunity, you can either email Volunteers@nchmd.org or apply online at https://nchhealth.vsysweb.com/pages/tool/live.webapp:O2K9RL41K4GMN2WW   Locations: Two primary sites: 350 7th St. N, Naples, FL 34102 11190 Health Park Blvd Building 1, Naples, FL 34110 Alternate sites: 24040 S Tamiami Trl, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 40 S Heathwood Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145 5360 Ave Maria Blvd Suite 120, Ave Maria, FL 34142 15420 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL 34120   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), Clean Water and Sanitation (6), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (9), Responsible Consumption and Production (12). This aligns with the following Academic Majors: Nursing, Health Science, Public Health, Psychology, Biology, and Social Work.  

My Autism Connection, INC. (MAC) is seeking FGCU students with their own photography equipment to capture high-quality photos of our weekly programs and events. This role provides hands-on experience and portfolio-building opportunities while supporting My Autism Connection (MAC), nonprofit serving autistic adults ages 18+. Their mission is to provide a supportive community where members can develop skills, build friendships, and increase independence through workshops, social activities, and professional development. By photographing their programs, you’ll help to share their story and raise awareness of their mission. Flexible, In-person & Virtual opportunity for students: Photographs would happen in person but editing could happen virtually Every Wednesday there is an activity from 5-7pm. On the 1st and 3rd Friday's of the month there is an activity from 5:30-7pm. NACE Career Competencies: Technology, Professionalism/Work Ethic Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Good Health and Well-being (3) Majors that align with this opportunity: Psychology, Digital Media Design, Social Work, Sociology Contact of event Coordinator: Name: Lindsay Issa Email: lindsay@myautismconnection.net Sign up for this opportunity through their Google Form: https://forms.gle/LdLjce3SkyyW8n63A 

Advance the Faith is in need of volunteers to join them on monthly visits to their partner children's home, Ivy Villa, in Central Florida. One Saturday a month, Advance the Faith will take a small team to Ivy Villa in in Bartow, FL (a home for girls in foster care ages 12-17). The team meets in Estero and carpools with staff to the home to spend an afternoon with the youth playing games, creating fun crafts, teaching life-skills, teaching personal success skills, leading devotionals and worship, and sharing a meal with the them. All volunteers must undergo a background check and training with our staff via Zoom. Gas for travel and lunch is provided by Advance the Faith for our volunteers. Advance the Faith believes that every person has value & purpose in Christ, we mentor young adults and partner with children's homes to support the physical, emotional, & spiritual needs of vulnerable children giving them a hope for their future & ours. One Saturday a month (week/date varies each month) from 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM (includes travel time).   If you're interested in learning more and serving, please email Rebecca Clark at rebecca@advancethefaith.org. Fill out the following 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: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10).

Advance the Faith is in need of volunteers to join them on monthly visits to their partner children's home, Ivy Villa, in Central Florida. One Saturday a month, Advance the Faith will take a small team to Anchor House in Auburndale, FL (a home for boys in foster care ages 10-17). The team meets in Estero and carpools with staff to the home to spend an afternoon with the youth playing games, creating fun crafts, teaching life-skills, teaching personal success skills, leading devotionals and worship, and sharing a meal with the them. All volunteers must undergo a background check and training with our staff via Zoom. Gas for travel and lunch is provided by Advance the Faith for our volunteers. Advance the Faith believes that every person has value & purpose in Christ, we mentor young adults and partner with children's homes to support the physical, emotional, & spiritual needs of vulnerable children giving them a hope for their future & ours. One Saturday a month (week/date varies each month) from 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM (includes travel time).   If you're interested in learning more and serving, please email Rebecca Clark at rebecca@advancethefaith.org. Fill out the following 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: Good Health and Well-being (3), Quality Education (4), Reduced Inequalities (10).

Barre Roots workout session with Panhellenic at Lululemon, Coconut Point. Please bring your own yoga mat, but lululemon will have some to purchase. Pearl and Palm jewelry will be tabling. Gulf Coast Nutrition will hand out free samples. Complimentary snacks and refreshments and the opportunity for one participant to be outfitted with Lululemon gear. 

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)

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)

Our club practice where anyone is welcome! Regardless if you just started playing today or if you're an advanced player, we are open to anyone getting involved. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Club President, Tyler Calka, at 224-339-3394 or via email: tncalka2387@eagle.fgcu.edu Here is our Linktree for any club updates: https://linktr.ee/fgcupickleball

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)

Volleyball opens up their season against Missouri from the SEC! Show up, cheer on your Eagles, and win prizes all weekend!

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Back-to-School Barbecue with Student Veterans of America 🦅🇺🇸 📅 Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Library Lawn The Student Veterans of America are kicking off the semester with a Back-to-School Barbecue—and we need YOUR help to make it a success! Volunteers are needed to:✅ Assist with set-up and tear-down✅ Serve food to fellow Eagles✅ Help maintain cleanliness of the area throughout the event This is a great way to support our student veterans, get involved on campus, and log some service hours!     🌍 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Connected: SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being – creating a welcoming, supportive environment for student wellness SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – supporting veterans and ensuring inclusive student engagement SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – fostering collaboration between students, organizations, and the community 🎓 Relevant Majors/Fields of Study: Hospitality & Resort Management (event support, food service) Social Work / Psychology (community building, veteran support) Public Health (wellness, safe gatherings) Environmental Studies (sustainable practices, waste management) Business / Management (event logistics, teamwork, coordination)   👉 Sign up today by emailing Danielle at dbaynum@fgcu.edu to volunteer and be part of this community event!