Featured Volunteer Opportunities
To apply online, log into your account at https://greaterclevols.vsyslive.com/, and use the search terms listed below.
Fight For Air Climb
Fight For Air Climb
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: contact@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Help the American Lung Association climb to their goal on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 7am-1pm at Key Tower. Help with t-shirt distribution, registration, or as a wayfinder/cheerleader. (Health Services, search “air climb”)
Musical Entertainment
Musical Entertainment
Contact: Kirsten Frei-Herrmann
Email: contact@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2114
Bring joy and music to the hearts of older adults by volunteering at a local assisted living facility in University Circle and Chagrin Falls area. Volunteers are asked to help facilitate sing-along, instrumental, or vocal performances for residents. Help is needed Weekdays, weeknights, and weekends. (Arts and Culture; search “musical entertainment”)
Refrigerated Donation Intake
Refrigerated Donation Intake
Contact: Kirsten Frei-Herrmann
Email: contact@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2114
Feed our hungry neighbors by volunteering at your local food bank. Help is needed in the South Collinwood neighborhood sorting perishable food donations and assisting with donation intake. Volunteers are needed during the weekdays with flexible schedules available. (Hunger; search “donation”)
GED Tutor
GED Tutor
Contact: Kirsten Frei-Herrmann
Email: contact@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2114
A GED is a big accomplishment and an important step on the path to success. Support an individual’s journey by tutoring an eager student in person in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood or virtually. Help is needed Monday- Thursday with various shifts available. (Education; search “GED tutor”)
Love Box Volunteer
Love Box Volunteer
Contact: Kirsten Frei-Herrmann
Email: contact@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2114
Spread the love! Provide fostering families with community and holistic support. Volunteers seek to build relationships with a family by spending quality time with the family, playing games, sharing a meal and being intentional. Volunteers can also create and deliver personal care packages based on current practical needs. The volunteer’s schedule is flexible and has the opportunity to get involved in multiple ways and in various locations. (Community Support; search “Love Box”)
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.
