Pitt in Action
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Upcoming volunteer opportunities at Pitt and beyond
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Volunteer Opportunity Spotlight: South Oakland Trash Clean-Up
Help keep Oakland clean and engage with local residents and students. On Sunday, September 1, volunteers will pick up trash from the streets and sidewalks of South Oakland with the Off-Campus Student Services Oakland Ambassadors. Gloves, trash bags, and trash grabbers will be provided.
To sign up, please visit the Volunteer Portal.
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
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3rd Annual Say It Once Dog Derby
The Say It Once Rescue League is a non-profit organization that provides free training to rescue dogs to reduce the risk of them being returned or euthanized due to behavioral issues.
Volunteers are needed on Saturday, August 24 for set up as well as Sunday, August 25 during the event. There are different levels of activity for volunteer positions ranging from no activity/mild (sitting at a check-in table, managing the raffles, etc.) to moderate/high (assist with setting up the obstacle course).
For more information and to sign up, please visit the Volunteer Portal.
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Classroom Cleanup, Decoration, and Fall Prep
Engage in a rewarding volunteer opportunity to help Center of Life's Fusion Program prepare for fall. On Wednesday, August 28, volunteers will help with three main tasks:
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Classroom cleanup (wiping down surfaces, organizing supplies)
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Bulletin board decoration
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Fall class preparation (arranging materials/desks)
To sign up, please visit the Pittsburgh Cares website.
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2024 Steelers Run and Walk
Kick off the 2024 season by volunteering at the Steelers 5k Run and Walk! All proceeds benefit the Art Rooney Scholarship Fund and Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research. All volunteer hours will be confirmed with a certificate.
To find more detailed role/shift information and sign up, please visit the Volunteer Portal.
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Find more upcoming opportunities through the University's volunteer portal at volunteer.pitt.edu.
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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.
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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.
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Students may volunteer for any opportunity that interests them (plus, some are eligible for OCC credit!).
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Faculty may volunteer as many hours as their time and inclination allows.
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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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