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Volunteer Opportunity Spotlight: 8th Annual August Wilson Birthday Celebration Block Party

Join Pittsburgh's historic Hill District in a free, family-friendly Block Party while celebrating the birthday of the late Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson.

On Saturday, April 27, this event will feature over 150 vendors, children's activities, a foam party, lip sync battle, food trucks, musical performances, and more!

To sign up to volunteer, please visit the event website.

 

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

 
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412 Food Rescue x Pittsburgh Marathon

Help support the participants of the 2024 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon as they cross the finish line! Race day is Sunday, May 5 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Volunteers are needed to:

  • Distribute water, sports drinks, heat sheets, and food to finishers
  • Set up tables
  • Keep cups and food filled

Note: the job may require some volunteers to lift gallons of water and approximately 10-20 pound boxes.

To sign up to volunteer, please visit the Volunteer Portal.

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Volunteer with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group (PCRG)

PCRG will host its 14th Annual Community Development Summit on Wednesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 9. This year's theme is Equity in Action: Prioritizing & Advancing Racial Equity & Equality of Underserved Communities.

Volunteer needed include:

  • Greeters
  • Cashiers
  • Registration booth attendants
  • Survey collectors
  • Session coordinators
  • Floaters

As a bonus, PCRG will provide each volunteer with:

  • Networking opportunities with nonprofit and community leaders
  • Access to summit programming
  • One full day with no volunteer responsibilities
  • Free meals

To sign up as a volunteer or view more information, please visit the PCRG Website.

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Volunteer with Handmade Arcade

Volunteer with the one-of-a-kind Handmade Arcade where 30+ talented makers and artists come together for the Spring Market! This year's market takes place on Saturday, May 18 at Construction Junction.

Volunteer are needed for both indoor and outdoor duties:

Indoor duties:

  • Vendor load-in/set up support
  • Greeting attendees
  • Answering questions
  • Offering vendor breaks
  • Selling raffle tickets

Outdoor duties:

  • Directing shoppers to parking lots

Volunteers will receive:

  • 15 raffle tickets for the Spring Market raffle
  • Plus, Handmade Archade's undying love and appreciation

Many shifts are available for both set up (Friday, May 17) and day-of activities. Sign up to volunteer.

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

 

Ongoing Opportunities


Ongoing volunteer opportunities are those that may not be limited to a particular date, time, or location but instead require continued support for the communities and individuals they impact. With your help, we can ensure that every community and community member are able to thrive.

Discover ongoing volunteer opportunities and get involved today.

Make an Impact in Our Community


Volunteer opportunities at Pitt are open to all members of the University community and provide a chance to make meaningful connections with your colleagues and classmates.

  • Students may volunteer for any opportunity that interests them (plus, some are eligible for OCC credit!).
  • Faculty may volunteer as many hours as their time and inclination allows.
  • Staff are eligible to receive paid time off each month to participate in community service or volunteer activities. Full-time regular staff members may use up to 7.5 hours during regular working hours per month; part-time regular staff members are eligible for pro-rated volunteer time. Learn more on the Office of Human Resources website.

Volunteering is your opportunity to make a difference—not just in the community, but with the community. Make an impact today!

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