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How STUDENTS get involved!

The Student Volunteer Center’s goal is to connect students who want to volunteer with opportunities on campus and in the Santa Cruz community. SVC maintains listings of one time volunteer-events as well as organizations that have ongoing opportunities for students right here in Santa Cruz and beyond. SVC also sponsors campus events that promote volunteering and hosts student-run programs that coordinate volunteering.


Here's How to get started:

Register with SVC online
This will allow us to learn more about you and your interests. We'll then contact you within seven business days by email or by phone.

Browse organizations
Browse through our online organization database in order to get an idea of the volunteer opportunities available to you. These organizations also submit individual events which can be found on the Volunteer Events page.

Volunteer Fair
Attend our SVC Volunteer Fair, UCSC's volunteer fair that takes place each fall. Please visit the Volunteer Fair page for up-to-date information on this year’s event.

Contact your organization and start volunteering!
You can also come to SVC sponsored events to meet more volunteers and find more ways to get involved!


Already Volunteering?

If you are doing a community service project in the Santa Cruz Community you may be eligible to receive a Community Service Project (CSP) Grant. Visit the CSP Grant page for more information on the grant and to download the application.

Track your hours via SVC. Contact SVC staff about how to track your community service hours in the community. This will make life easier when applying for graduate school by keeping your hours, organization, and supervisor information concise, professional, and organized.  

Get recognized by applying for an award for the Annual Service Recognition Ceremony. Visit the Awards Ceremony page for award descriptions, photos from past events, and downloadable application and nomination forms.

Questions

We encourage you to contact us with any further questions you may have. We are always available to help you get involved in the community. Please start by visiting the contact page and the staff page for more detailed contact information.

 
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