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Find meaningful volunteer opportunities in sustainability, environmental initiatives, and a wide range of other community-focused causes. Whether it's restoring natural habitats, supporting local nonprofits, or contributing to educational programs, volunteers play a vital role in creating positive change.

Volunteering not only benefits the community, but it also helps individuals build valuable experience, expand networks, and strengthen their resumes. Explore the resources available and discover how to get involved today.

UI Volunteer Portal

Find Sustainability-Related Volunteer Opportunities

Upcoming Volunteer Events

Medicus Blood Drive promotional image

Medicus Blood Drive

Monday, September 28, 2026 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, September 28th, 2026 at the Iowa Memorial Union. Help the University of Iowa climb the Abbott & Big Ten We Give Blood Drive leaderboard and received a special-edition t-shirt from Abbott, while supplies last!
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Degowin Blood Drive @ Lindquist Center

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 11:00am to 3:00pm
Lindquist Center
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 at the Lindquist Center. Help the University of Iowa climb the Abbott & Big Ten We Give Blood Drive leaderboard and received a special-edition t-shirt from Abbott, while supplies last!

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Additional Volunteer Resources

Student volunteers cleaning garlic bulbs

Service Project and Volunteer Guide

A resource for student organizations
Shelter House Volunteers

Other Volunteer Organizations

From advocacy to youth support and everything in-between
Sustainability-Related Organizations Map

Map of Sustainability Organizations in Iowa

A map of sustainability organizations across Iowa that offer volunteer opportunities
A group of student volunteers on Hawkeye Service Break holding a Tigerhawk flag

Hawkeye Service Breaks

Spend spring break volunteering in cities across the U.S.
Table to Table Volunteer

United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties

Find volunteer opportunities in Johnson and Washington Counties
Iowa Project AWARE Volunteers

Student United Way

A service-based student organization that is dedicated to improving education, income, and health in the local community