Center for Civic Engagement & Social Impact (CCESI)

In-Person Volunteer Opportunities & Safety Measures

While our office strongly encourages students, faculty, and staff to engage in virtual forms of service and volunteering, we recognize that many community-based organizations rely on in-person volunteers to deliver life-sustaining and vital services. Students, faculty, and staff should only volunteer with organizations that have clearly implemented health & safety procedures consistent with state and federal guidelines.

The directory below has been generated to assist members of our campus and broader communities with identifying local organizations seeking in-person volunteers, along with the health and safety measures that those organizations have implemented to mitigate the risk of Covid-19 transmission. Students, faculty, and staff that elect to engage with these organizations do so of their own volition, and should be mindful of the following guidelines:

• Make sure that the organization has implemented health and safety procedures designed to minimize exposure to Covid-19 (e.g., social distancing measures and frequent cleanings/sanitizing).
• Find out (through a telephone conversation or online posting) about any risks that may be associated with a volunteer activity and do not take part if you feel uncomfortable with risk level.
• Do not show up to volunteer for any activity without first confirming that the organization needs and expects your engagement.
• Do not attempt to engage in in-person volunteering if you have been exposed to Covid-19 or are experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath.
• Adhere to all rules, safety protocols, and guidelines set forth by the organization to minimize exposure to Covid-19.
• When not volunteering, adhere to state and federal guidelines for mitigating risk of Covid-19 exposure. Before volunteering, notify the organization if you have recently attended parties or large indoor events/gatherings.
• Bring your mask and wear it at all times when serving on site.
• Maintain social distancing (at least 6 feet of distance between others) while volunteering.
• Wash your hands or use alcohol-based hand rub throughout your time volunteering.
• Avoid touching your face while volunteering.
• Do not shake hands with, touch or hug individuals while volunteering.
• If you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth with your elbow or use a tissue and dispose of immediately, and wash hands.

In-Person Volunteer Opportunities: