Featured Volunteer Opportunities
Race for the Place 5K
Race for the Place 5K
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Volunteer at a wonderful celebration of cancer survivors and an opportunity to raise funds to support the free programs and services provided at The Gathering Place to help children, teens and adults, families and friends cope while on the cancer journey on Sunday, June 2nd from 7-11am at Beachwood Mall. Assist with registration, information, course volunteer or with set up/break down.
Dance Party Volunteer
Dance Party Volunteer
Contact: Nakeva Williams
Email: nwilliams@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2116
Get your groove on! Help brighten someone’s day by dancing with older adults. Assist with party refreshments, dance moves and getting people on the dance floor. Not only is this a fun activity but also great exercise and helps boost one’s mood. If you live in the Parma area and have some free time to let loose, please join every third Thursday of each month from 1-3pm.
Art By the Falls
Art By the Falls
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Be a part of enriching and inspiring the community through this meaningful art event being held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 7-9 at the Cleveland Metroparks-Polo Fields from 8am-7pm. Many shifts and ways to help are available including parking, kid’s activities, booth sitters, bartenders, and set up/breakdown.
Outreach Volunteer
Outreach Volunteer
Contact: Nakeva Williams
Email: nwilliams@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2116
Do you have a passion to help protect our environment? Help to create a healthier environment for our community through education and sustainability efforts. Assist in this mission by canvassing and engaging residents. Help with local events and be a voice of change. Volunteers are needed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, flexible times throughout Cleveland neighborhoods.
Walk for Hunger
Walk for Hunger
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Volunteers needed for the Walk for Hunger &5K at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo to benefit the Hunger Network on Saturday, June 1st from 6:30-11a.m. Help with registration, as a route guide or with food & beverage distributions.
Volunteering FAQs
- How do I sign up to volunteer?Answer:
- • Enroll Online here
- • Print the PDF version (found here) and send via regular mail to:
Greater Cleveland Volunteers
4415 Euclid Ave., Suite 200
Cleveland, OH 44103
- How long before I can volunteer?Answer:
The onboarding process varies by agency. Volunteer opportunities in the medical and social services fields usually have additional requirements (training sessions, immunizations), which can take up to two months to complete. Some opportunities will allow you to volunteer almost immediately. - Are background checks required?Answer:
All AARP Foundation Experience Corps Tutors are required to undergo a background check via Greater Cleveland Volunteers. All other volunteers may be subject to a background check depending on the agency and type of volunteer opportunity. - I have court ordered community service to do.Answer:
We recommend that individuals with court ordered community service consult our Events Calendar. This will be the best option in achieving required hours. After reviewing the calendar, contact the staff member listed to sign up to volunteer at one or more of the Events. - I am under age 18. My family would like to volunteer together. Can you help me?Answer:
Our agency works with volunteers aged 18 and over. Some of our partner agencies welcome families to volunteer together or have youth volunteering programs. We have a complete list of family/youth friendly agencies which offer a variety of volunteer opportunities and would be happy to pass on the information. Contact Nancy at ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org or 216-391-9500 x2123 - I am part of a group, and we want to volunteer together.Answer:
Many corporate or social groups are volunteering together to make their community better. We have volunteer opportunities in the areas of Hunger, Homelessness/Housing/Rebuilding, Community Support, Education, Older Adult Services, Environment, Health Services and Arts/Culture to connect your group to a meaningful volunteer experience. For more information, contact Nancy at ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org, 216-391-9500 X 2123 or click here for details. - I have a disability. Can I still volunteer?Answer:
Yes, of course. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available. We will work with each individual to discuss your abilities and limitations, and work together to find an opportunity that meets your needs.
