Looking for a way to get involved in the Greater Worcester community? The John J. Binienda Center for Civic Engagement connects Worcester State students with opportunities to volunteer, learn, and make an impact both on and off campus.
Join WooServe The Binienda Center is proud to serve as advisor to WooServe, a special interest club through Student Involvement & Leadership. WooServe welcomes all students interested in civic engagement and community service in the greater Worcester area.
Members participate in a variety of service opportunities, including volunteer work with local nonprofits, community projects, and other initiatives that promote involvement on and off campus.
Follow WooServe on Instagram to learn about upcoming opportunities.
Interested in learning more? Contact wooserve@worcester.edu.
Earn the Civic & Community Engagement Certificate Want to make your community engagement part of your Worcester State experience? The Civic & Community Engagement Certificate is for you!
The certificate is a non-credit, stackable transcript credential designed to recognize students’ learning and experiences in civic and community engagement. It provides a framework for connecting what you do in the classroom with how you contribute to your community.
Learn more about the Civic & Community Engagement Certificate →
Find a Volunteer Opportunity The Binienda Center also shares volunteer opportunities from local organizations and community partners. Check back regularly for opportunities to get involved, whether you are looking for a one-time service project or an ongoing volunteer commitment.
View Current Volunteer Opportunities →
Opportunity Disclosure Opportunities posted here are provided for informational purposes only and as a resource for the Worcester State University community. The Binienda Center for Civic Engagement does not screen, endorse, or supervise external volunteer organizations or their activities. Individuals participating in external volunteer efforts do so independently and at their own risk.
Questions? Questions about volunteer opportunities, WooServe, or getting involved with the Binienda Center? Reach out to us at biniendacenter@worcester.edu.
Fresh Check Day
When – Wednesday, October 21 in Student Center 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
Info – 1 hour shifts, help with set up, running booths, directing, general assistance, and take down (free FCD T-shirt)
Contact – Julie Glovin – jglovin@worcester.edu
Fresh Check Day Volunteer Form
Holiday Hoops at WSU
When – Tuesday, December 8 from 9:45 am to 12:30 pm
Info – Volunteers will help welcome students, support activities, and make their experience on campus memorable.
Contact – wsu_biniendacenter@worcester.edu
Sign Up Form
Ongoing Opportunity – Boys & Girls Club of Worcester
Info – A variety of opportunities to assist kids with learning, activities, the arts, or special events; specific details can be found through the link.
Contact – volunteering@bgcworcester.org
https://www.bgcworcester.org/support-our-club/volunteer
Ongoing Opportunity – YMCA of Central Massachusetts
Info – https://ymcaofcm.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog
Contact – https://ymcaofcm.volunteermatters.org/volunteer/account?redirectUrl=%2Fvolunteer%2Fregister
Ongoing Opportunity – Bridge to Recovery Outreach & Transportation Initiative
Info – Organize student and or staff winter clothing + hygiene drive for people in need.
Contact – William Diaz – wdiaz@btrotransit.org (508) 736-4488
https://www.btrotransit.org/ https://www.bgcworcester.org/support-our-club/volunteer/individual-group-volunteer-opportunities
Ongoing Opportunity – Community Collaborations International
Info – Physical service that alleviates farming familes challenges in Guatemala; all food, lodging, tools, insurance and experienced project coordinators provided (CANNOT participate without team, please contact Lois Wims) additional projects beside Guatemala are available on website.
Contact – Lois Wims – lwims@worcester.edu
Ongoing Opportunity – Conversations to Remember
Info – After provided training (mandatory), students virtually visit senior citizens combating loneliness, including those with dementia; up to 1 hour per week, for at least 16 weeks.
Contact – Ziba Azizi – ziba.azizi@conversationstoremember.org (862) 243-5331
https://conversationstoremember.org
https://conversationstoremember.org/our-roles/
Ongoing Opportunity – Jumpstart Kids Massachusetts
Info – Flexible service opportunity allowing college students to support language and literacy development in under-resourced preschool classrooms.
Contact – Jennie Le – Jennie.Le@jstart.org (857) 413-4616
https://jumpstartkids.org/
https://jumpstartkids.org/support-us/become-a-jumpstarter/
Ongoing Opportunity – WSU Medicinal Garden Project
Info – Installing a medicinal garden on WSU campus.
Contact – Maura Collins – mcollins13@worcester.edu Thidi Tshiguvho – ttshiguvho@worcester.edu
Ongoing Opportunity – Road to Care
Info – https://www.umassmed.edu/fmch/communityhealth/community-health-practice-sites/
Interested in having your event or opportunity featured? Contact wsu_biniendacenter@worcester.edu
