Find a way to help others today.
There are so many ways you can help others whether through a service project or serviced-focused organization. Find a path that fits your service goals. Remember to submit your service hours for our reporting.
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Volunteering
Find a world of ways to help those in need whether on-campus or in the greater community.
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Service Leadership
Lead fellow volunteers or members of the community through service projects and opportunities.
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Service-Learning
Link your academic studies with community service experiences that deepen your learning.
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Civic Engagement
Forge a path of civic engagement that strengthens your connection to your community.
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Service Days and Weeks
Participate in national days and weeks of service highlighting various causes.
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Service Travel Grant
The Dobson Volunteer Service Program provides partial funding for service trips that encourage spiritual development.
Search for a project that fits your schedule.
We have a service projects and programs that fit the time you have to give. Give a few hours, a half a day or more to a project that warms your heart and matches your interests.
| Opportunity | Time Requirement | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gamecock Pantry Farmer's Market Volunteer | 2-3 hours | One time (or more) |
| Community Engaged Campus Experience for Youth | 1-3 hours | A few times per semester |
| Monthly Service Saturdays | 4-5 hours | One time (or more) |
| MLK Day of Service | 4-5 hours | January |
| 9/11 Day of Service | 4-5 hours | September |
| Hunger and Homelessness | 4-5 hours | November |
| Alternative Break | A few days – a week | Fall, winter and spring break |
| Service-Learning Class | Varies | One semester |
| Community Service Ambassador | One year, 6 hours per week | Once a week plus monthly meeting |
| Service Saturday Site Leader | One year | |
| Pantry Pal | One year | |
| Alternative Break Leader | One year |
Submit Service Hours
The LSC staff encourages student organization leaders and advisors to regularly submit service hours.