Volunteer Services
907 Floyd Ave.
Room 018
Phone: (804) 828-3648
Fax: (804) 828-6081
Volunteer Opportunities are provided to students at VCU and we encourage and assist students to make the most of their college experience by becoming involved with the VCU campus and the Richmond community beyond. Through personal and group involvements, the staff can help students identify programs of interest and facilitate contact with local nonprofit agencies.
Calendar of Events
A plethora of volunteer experiences await VCU students in areas related to academic majors and special interests. For students with demanding and changing schedules, you can Match Your Schedule with volunteer opportunities requiring a few minutes, a day, a week, or a long-term commitments.
Find out about events using the Volunteer Opportunities calendar.
Service Organizations
Many of VCU's student organizations have missions based on service or have service as a component of their activities. For organizations that focus exclusively on community service click below.
See our list of participating service organizations.
Leadership Opportunities
Improve and share your leadership skills. Your help is needed to lead a group of students during community service projects. You will serve as the contact for the nonprofit agency, handle the paperwork, and ensure that all have a fun and meaningful experience, while meeting others and networking with those in your field and the community. Or enhance your resume while providing valuable feedback on volunteer programs. Join the Volunteer In-Put (VIP) Group once each semester and share your ideas.
Stay Informed
If you would like to receive weekly notices on upcoming community service projects, send an e-mail to Beth Ward at bhward@vcu.edu.
Volunteer Opportunity Directory
Our office maintains two versions of the Volunteer Opportunity Directory so that students may research a wide array of community service options with numerous local nonprofit agencies.
- Volunteer Resource Center — Individuals can visit the Volunteer Services Office to review listings of the volunteer needs of local community partners and literature they have provided.
- Online Directory — View the electronic version of the many volunteer opportunities.
Community Service Sentencing Program
Individuals needing referrals due to mandates from the court system or from VCU can receive assistance and utilize our resources.
Download suggestions for completing your mandated community service as a PDF.