Office of Engagement and
Community Affairs

Become a Volunteer

Public service and volunteerism is one of the many ways the Pitt community engages with the different people and places that make up Pittsburgh. Volunteering is meaningful way to make a difference in the communities in which we live, work, and play. 

Staff are eligible to receive paid time off each month to participate in volunteer or community service activities.

Full-time staff members may use up to 7.5 hours per month and part-time staff are eligible for pro-rated volunteer time.  

Volunteer as a Department/Team

Want time to bond with coworkers and the community? 

If your department or team is interested in volunteering, fill out this form to get started.

Help spread the word in your office about available opportunties and community partners in need! Become your department's Point of Contact by emailing Caitlyn Crowder at cmc395@pitt.edu.

Join the University in our "Pitt Shift" to help in The Market. The Market offers a grocery store-style experience providing shelf-stable products, meat, dairy, fresh produce and non-grocery items.

Opportunities are available for 15 faculty and staff the first Friday and third Wednesday of each month. All shifts take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Sign up today through the Volunteer Portal!

Note: The March 7 volunteer date has been changed to March 14 due to University closure for the Spring Holiday.

Cribs for Kids is actively seeking dedicated volunteers to assist in building their life-saving Safe Sleep Kits. These kits play a crucial role in promoting safe sleeping practices and saving little lives across the country. They invite individuals and small groups to participate in their upcoming Volunteer Day on Friday, Feb. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. 

For more information and to sign up, please visit the Pittsburgh Cares website.

Help out with the monthly produce distribution on Feb. 7. Volunteers are needed from 12 to 3 p.m.

Volunteers will help with:

• Setting up a tent outside and tables inside
• Bagging bulk fresh fruits and vegetables
• Distributing produce to community members
• Assisting senior citizens/disabled individuals to their cars
• Taking down tent, clean up, taking trash to dumpster

For more information and to volunteer visit the Pittsburgh Cares website.

Find more upcoming opportunities through the University's volunteer portal at volunteer.pitt.edu.