Volunteer Opportunities
for students
Do Something
www.dosomething.org
You have a lot of ideas about how you'd like to change the world or at least you have a lot of questions and concerns and you're looking for specific things you can do. We're giving you a place to connect, a place to be inspired, be supported, be celebrated. The only question is, "What's your something?"
There are tons of ways you can do something! You can volunteer with existing programs by entering your zip code and finding something near you right now. You can get involved with a club at your school or, if your school doesn't have a Do Something Club, you can create one! You can choose a cause that matters to you and do something to change it! Or, you can inspire other people by being an active voice on our message boards
For even more opportunities go to www.volunteermatch.org
Mercy Hospital
www.cantonmercy.com
Volunteer benefits...
- Work references for volunteers who are well known for their excellent work only.
- Discount movie and theme park tickets can be purchased from the HR Department.
- Service award pins issued to volunteers who reach milestones in their service hours.
- Complimentary meal provided in Cafeteria for volunteers who work four hour shifts or more.
- The good feeling that comes from helping other people.
Mercy Medical Center is a 476-bed Catholic hospital serving Stark, Carroll, Wayne, Holmes and Tuscarawas Counties and parts of Southeastern Ohio. Mercy operates six outpatient health centers in North Canton, Carrollton, Jackson Township, Lake Township and Louisville.
Salvation Army
www.use.salvationarmy.org
The Salvation Army depends upon volunteers who are willing to give of themselves and of their time to reach out to those in need in the Canton community. Volunteering is a valuable and rewarding experience. All of our volunteers receive proper training and supervision to complete their tasks successfully.
North Canton Medical Foundation
www.ncmf.com
Are you looking for a meaningful way to help others in the community? Then you should consider becoming a volunteer. North Canton Medical Foundation offers many opportunities for you to channel your talents. Volunteer assignments are made on an individual basis, taking into consideration the Foundation's needs and the volunteer's goals.
Habitat for Humanity
www.habitatstark.org
Volunteers are needed for:
- Construction crews - No experience required
- Thursday Crews
- Family Selection
- Faith outreach
- Clerical support
- Hospitality
- Fund-Raising
Refuge of Hope
www.refugeofhope.org
It takes a lot of volunteers to efficiently serve the homeless and poor in our community. Teens can volunteer as a group/church or individually.
We are blessed with caring people who dedicate their time and talent on a daily, weekly and/or monthly basis. You may sign up to be a volunteer in any area of your interest or expertise. You can do volunteer work as a one-time thing or on a permanent basis.
We are delighted when a group decides to share their volunteer experience at Refuge of Hope. Whether the group is from a school, church, corporation, or any type of organization, volunteering together is an excellent bonding experience.
PSC of Stark County
www.pscstark.com
The Pregnancy Support Center of Stark County (PSC) is a medical, non-profit, faith-based pregnancy center. We're designed to provide practical support and factual information in a caring context to women and men who are involved in a crisis (an unplanned, untimely or unwanted) pregnancy.
PSC would not be able to provide such quality, caring services to its clients without the help of its great volunteers.
Volunteer opportunities include (but are in no way limited to):
- Sorting Donations
- Data Entry
- Mailings
- Maintenance/Cleaning
- Fund-raising Committee Member
To volunteer at PSC please call 330-455-7500 and ask for Stef Libertore.
American Red Cross
www.stark.redcross.org
The American Red Cross is here to help those affected by disasters. Most people are now familiar with how the American Red Cross helps those affected by major disasters (like Hurricane Katrina), but many are unaware of how the American Red Cross helps those affected right in our own back-yard.
Each year the American Red Cross Stark County Chapter responds to over 70 local disaster events. These are disasters that range from single family house fires to opening shelters for the Ice Storms that may occur during the winter.
The Volunteer Department offers a wide variety of opportunities through the services profiled throughout the website. Volunteers are also needed to sew with our sewing group, or at home, work as a front desk receptionist, assist with special projects, mailings, blood pressure readings, and specific assignments designed for youth volunteers.
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
www.stanhywet.org
The Volunteer Department places volunteers in more than 16 traditional areas. From youth groups, galas, and gardening; to store assistance, museum interpretation, and hospitality. There are many ways our volunteers help to ensure the future of Stan Hywet.
Pro Football Hall of Fame
www.profootballhof.com
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is looking for greeters and educators to help orient visitors throughout the museum and to be ambassadors for the Hall of Fame and the City of Canton.
A truly exhilarating museum and exhibition center, the Hall of Fame pays tribute to the talents and triumphs of pro football's greatest stars. Chronicled within the walls of the Hall of Fame are the stories and circumstances of play that bring to life words such as courage, dedication, vision, fair play, and skill.
Why we need your help? The Pro Football Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational museum. Your support allows us to continue our mission to continually honor those people who have made amazing contributions to the sport of pro football and to educate the public about this important part of American heritage.
Stark Library
www.starklibrary.org
What is TAB?
TAB stands for Teen Advisory Board. Teen Advisory Board's are made up middle and high school students who want to make the library a better place for teens.
Why join TAB?
TAB members help plan programs for teens, volunteer in the library and learn leadership skills. Make a difference in your community and make new friends. You can be a voice for teen issues in the library and be a part of something fun and important. Participation in the TAB can count for community service!
Stark County Humane Society
www.starkhumane.org
Our volunteers are an essential part of our programs and our efforts on behalf of the animals. The volunteers may work directly with the animals at the shelter (cleaning, feeding, walking and socializing the animals) or may serve during special events such as the annual Waterfall & Pond Tour, Mutt Strut, Pet Photos with Santa, and other activities in the community.
Our shelter is open to the public every day except Wednesdays and holidays. Our service for the sick and injured stray dogs and cats remains available 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. In addition, one of our top priorities remains our investigation of cruelty to animals in our county
United Way
www.uwgsc.org
The United Way serves the Stark County area and funds programs and services that address the critical health and human service needs of our community.
The United Way is happy to connect you with volunteer opportunities in this area. People want to help with both their time and contributions.
The United Way's Volunteer Center provides individuals and organizations the opportunity to connect with volunteer opportunities throughout the community and with a variety of non-profit organizations.
