Featured Volunteer Opportunities
Head for the Cure
Head for the Cure
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Support Cleveland Brain Cancer Survivors and Caregivers, plus vital research, and programs by volunteering at the Head for the Cure 5K at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Saturday, May 11th from 6-10:30am. Help is requested for set up/break down, registration and finish line volunteers.
Small Business Mentor
Small Business Mentor
Contact: Nakeva Williams
Email: nwilliams@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2116
Have you started a business and consider yourself a guru? Use those skills to mentor others to do the same. Creating local businesses helps boost the economy and support our community. Mentors help clients start their own businesses, solve problems, make businesses more efficient, and assist with developing long-term business plans. They work one on one, or sometimes as part of a mentoring team. Volunteers schedule Is flexible depending on the client’s needs and location.
Cleveland Asian Festival
Cleveland Asian Festival
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Help the celebration of Cleveland’s diversity and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at the Cleveland Asian Festival on Friday, May 17th- Sunday, May 19th from 7am-10pm in Asiatown. Volunteers can assist with set up, as a festival ambassador, in the dining tent or with parking.
Sound the Alarm
Sound the Alarm
Contact: Nancy Dzurnak
Email: ndzurnak@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2123
Just one day of your life can change someone else’s forever. Help Sound the Alarm and save a life by installing free smoke alarms, creating escape plans and sharing fire safety information in the North Collinwood Neighborhood on Saturday, May 4th from 10am-2pm.
Discovery Ambassador
Discovery Ambassador
Contact: Nakeva Williams
Email: nwilliams@greaterclevelandvolunteers.org
Call: 216-391-9500 x 2116
Are you a Natural History buff? The role of the Ambassador is to enhance and improve a visitor’s experience by engaging and educating visitors, introducing fun and new activities available and so much more. The role of the Ambassador Is vital to the success of the new exhibit experience. Volunteers needed on weekdays, evenings, and weekends in University Circle.
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.
