Category: Opportunities Newsletter

Join the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics for a public lecture on “James Baldwin and the Moral Crisis of American Democracy” on October 24 from 7-8:30pm in Graham Chapel. Eddie Glaude, the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University and frequent MSNBC contributor, will present this […]

Attend HER Summit: Helping Entrepreneurs Rise, an all-day event focused on community-building and empowerment among women and minority entrepreneurs, helping them rise above gender and cultural norms as they build their dream empires. The event will be held on Saturday, October 19 from 8:30am-2pm in Risa Commons.  Learn more and register here.

Sunrise St. Louis, one of the organizing groups behind the St. Louis Climate Strike, is hosting their first organizing training on October 19 and 20 at the Deaconess Foundation. Participants will… Build community among youth organizers in St. Louis Learn hard skills to run Sunrise campaigns to win a Green New Deal locally and nationally […]

First Congregational Preschool is a non-religious, play-based preschool program that is housed in the basement of First Congregational Church in Clayton, a short walk from the South 40. The preschool is holding their annual fall festival on Saturday, October 12  from 10am-1pm. Student volunteers are needed to assist with games and activities for children ages […]

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. The theme of TEDxWUSTL 2019 is momentum, a theme which brings together the past, present, and future. The talks will both celebrate and reflect on our history, building on it and […]

The Office of Sustainability has worked closely with Chancellor Martin’s team to make the inauguration ceremony a green event, with the inclusion of 4 waste stations to help and educate the WashU community about correct waste sorting. Join this effort by volunteering at a waste station! Ensure that this important event in WashU’s history sets the right […]

Start/End Date: Immediate – June 2021 Hours: Monday – Friday (during traditional school hours) Locations: Chicago, Washington D.C., and New York City Stipend: $20,000/ 21,000 (prorated for members who begin service after the start of the school year ) + $4,300 Segal Education Award* Who We Are: Saga Education is an official AmeriCorps program under […]

Join President Clinton, Chelsea Clinton, and a growing community of students and alumni who have turned their ideas for improving the world into action. The Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) is looking for student leaders who are committed to take action in their community to address a pressing challenge. CGI U is seeking undergraduate […]

St. Francis Xavier College Church’s Social Ministry is the service and justice arm of the Catholic parish on Saint Louis University’s campus. Social Ministry works to fill unmet needs of people experiencing poverty and homelessness, specifically through the ID and Birth Certificate Program and the Xavier Winter Inn emergency shelter. Social Ministry is seeking an […]

This special triple feature film event will take a deep dive into voter suppression tactics and the significant impacts they have on voter participation. Films will include Rigged: The Voter Suppression Playbook and Suppressed: The Fight to Vote (features Stacey Abrams). The event will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 6-9pm at Galleria 6 Cinemas […]

Volunteers for Medi-Plex hospice increase comfort and quality of life for people who are suffering with advanced and life-limiting illnesses. Medi-Plex Healthcare Professionals is currently accepting applications for day, evening, and weekend volunteers to provide companionship for terminally ill patients. Please contact Chaplain Tim Stigers at 314-991-8808 or timothy.stigers@mediplexhhc.com to schedule an interview.

Voqal seeks social justice-oriented leaders, thinkers, doers, and believers who have a big idea for a new way to organize communities — for a new way to bring about equitable social change. Ideas should address a specific issue through an equity lens. Ideal candidates for the fellowship are in the early stages of idea development. […]

Jewish Community Relations Counsel of St. Louis is partnering with Women’s Voices Raised for Social Justice and the Peace and Justice Commission of the Archdiocese of St. Louis to present “Stories from the System,” the second event in the Criminal Justice Reform Education Series. The panel, moderated by Samantha Stangl, Programs Manager of the Clark Fox […]

Join Dan Tokaji, associate dean for faculty and the Charles W. Ebersold and Florence Whitcomb Ebersold Professor of Constitutional Law at Ohio State University, at noon on September 16 in the Bryan Cave Moot Courtroom. Dan will give a lecture on “New Developments in Election Law: Gerrymandering, Voter Suppression, Money and the Uncertain Future of Democracy.” […]

Smart Kids, Inc. will be participating in the 4th annual St. Ann Day Parade on Sunday, September 22. They are seeking volunteers to help set up (9-11am), serve (11am-3pm), and break down the booth (3-4pm). Participants will help fundraise and network with others. The booth will be set up at 4445 Ashby Road, St. Ann, […]

Join the Saint Louis Zoo as a volunteer for Boo at the Zoo, a non-scary, kid-friendly evening experience filled with activities, entertainment, treats, and fun! Volunteers will assist in the game zone, with the nightly entertainment show, and with other activities. Volunteers are needed every night from October 15-30. The shift time is 5-9pm. Volunteers […]

St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness (SLOCA) is an organization committed to impacting ovarian cancer survivorship by promoting awareness of the early warning signs and standard of care, funding ovarian cancer research, and supporting survivors. Families Run for Ovarian Cancer, the upcoming 5K/1 mile walk/run, is a fundraiser as well as a celebration of ovarian cancer […]

WashU STEM Education Association (WUSEA) is having its first general meeting Saturday, September 14 from 3-4pm in DUC 276. Learn about and sign up to participate in local mentorship programs and join the planning committees for two national chemistry competitions. No knowledge in chemistry required! Free cookies will be provided.

GlobeMed is a student-run global health non-profit, part of a national network of student organizations committed to building sustainable partnerships with community-based healthcare NGOs and initiatives across the world. The WashU chapter is partnered with Uganda Development and Health Associates (UDHA), working to fully fund two projects: a Youth Resource Center focused on sexual health […]

Smart Kids, Inc. is currently recruiting students to become Student Tutors for the Fall 2019 semester (September 16, 2019 – December 20, 2019) and the Spring 2020 semester (January 13, 2020 – May 08, 2019). Student tutors will provide tutoring services to K-12 students within the St. Louis city school districts. Tutors have the opportunity […]

Crossroads Hospice is seeking committed and caring members of the community to join their volunteering program. If you have an interest in spending time with patients, have special talents you would like to share, or want to lend a hand in the office, consider joining Crossroads Hospice as an Ultimate Giver. Volunteering can take less […]

To answer the question of what the coming years will bring to Downtown St. Louis, Design Downtown STL aims to create a roadmap for investments over the coming decade. This plan will be driven by input from the community and guided by a diverse group of area leaders who will serve as an Advisory Committee […]

Student volunteers are needed to staff a nonpartisan voter registration table for Neoly Home Care’s annual “Senior Socialization Celebration.” The event will be held on Sunday, September 1 at Carondelet Park between 10am-5pm. Over 200 Bhutanese, Nepali, Bosnian, and other refugee older adults and their families are expected to attend.Interpreters will be available. Volunteers will […]

The Public Interest Law & Policy Speakers Series presents “Constitution Day: 2019 U.S. Supreme Court Review” on Friday, September 6 at 12pm in the Bryan Cave Courtroom (Room 310) of Anheuser-Busch Hall. Speakers will include Lee Epstein, Ethan A.H. Shepley Distinguished Professor, Washington University; Adam Liptak, Journalist, New York Times; and Greg Magarian, Thomas and Karole Green Professor of […]

Girls in the Know provides an educational speaker series led by licensed female professionals for preteen girls (ages 9-13) and the ones who love them, empowering girls to not just survive but thrive in the teen years. Girls in the Know is seeking interns for an average of 5-10 hours per week who are interested […]

Help nurture STEM skills in young learners with Project Make-It! Project Make-It is a pilot project exploring a potential model for delivering a maker-oriented STEM curriculum in a multi-site after-school program format. Project Make-It aims to increase equitable access to fun STEM learning by offering STL youth of diverse backgrounds the opportunity to participate in […]

Join the Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ Professional Society and the Jewish Community Relations Council for a panel on “Bridging the Great Divide.” Four panelists will discuss the business, financial, and development implications of our divided region and suggest a path forward. The panel will be held on Thursday, September 5 from 5:30-7pm in Clark […]

Join the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics for a public conversation between Amy Chua and John Danforth on overcoming political tribalism and recovering our American democracy. Amy Chua is the John M. Duff, Jr. Professor of Law at Yale Law School and New York Times-Bestselling author of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. […]

Join Young Friends of the Ville and Northside Community Housing, Inc for the 2nd Annual Trap Run on Saturday, September 7. Sign Up to run (5K), walk (1mi), or volunteer. The Northside Trap Run is St. Louis’ first hip-hop themed 5K walk/run and festival that empowers North St. Louis neighborhoods and unifies grassroots, civic, educational, commercial,and residential […]

The Griot Museum of Black History is seeking undergraduate and graduate interns and volunteers for the fall 2019 and spring 2020 semesters. The Griot is a fantastic learning opportunity for students interested in African American studies, public history, museums, the arts, the non-profit sector, event planning, and more. There are many ways to contribute, and students […]

The 2019 Campus & Community Voter Engagement Summit will be held Thursday, September 12th from 10am-4pm at Washington University in St. Louis. The Summit is free for all attendees with lunch and parking included. The Summit will bring together administrators, faculty, and student leaders from colleges and universities in Missouri and Illinois to explore this […]

Join the Saint Louis Zoo and St. Louis Children’s Hospital for the 34th annual Make Tracks Through the Zoo. This course through Forest Park and the Zoo takes runners and walkers past some of the Zoo’s most scenic features. Volunteer assignments include water stations, course traffic, pathway guides, and more. The event will be held […]

The National MS Society – Gateway Area is hosting their annual Challenge Walk MS fundraiser that supports the search for a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. Challenge Walk is a weekend long event on June 1 and 2 where participants walk a 50k. Volunteers are needed to staff the rest stops on route through the St. […]

United Way of Greater St. Louis is conducting a Community Needs Survey to understand how the St. Louis region can be a better place to live, work and play. Share your vision for our community through this survey, and please share with staff, family, friends, clients, neighbors and community partners. All answers are anonymous, and the […]

The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge is excited to announce that through a partnership with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI), RRPFI is able to offer exclusive, dedicated scholarships to students from ALL IN Challenge campuses to participate in the Leadership and the American Presidency (LTAP) program. WashU participates in the ALL IN […]

The City of East St. Louis works to meet the changing health, welfare, and safety needs of residents through the administration of programs and services. They are seeking a passionate individual dedicated to improving the overall quality of life for residents to serve as a full-time Grant Resource Coordinator through the AmeriCorps VISTA program. This […]

Hope Hospice has an ongoing opportunity for Companion Volunteers to spend time with hospice patients. Hope Hospice has patients all over the St. Louis area. Volunteers reduce isolation and brighten the lives of hospice patients. Common activities with patients include playing games, storytelling, watching TV, holding hands, and reading out loud. Training is provided. This […]

Urban Harvest STL’s Leadership in Urban Agriculture intern program focuses on growing leadership skills and empowering individuals to engage in community development with an emphasis on urban farming. Interns will learn a variety of farming skills, participate in daily operations, and have the opportunity to participate in field trips and volunteer with our nonprofit partners. […]

Join the Institute for Public Health for their bi-annual Pitch Partners event on Thursday, April 25, 4:30-6:30pm at the CIC@CET. This event will focus on Community-Academic Partnerships Aimed at Aging-Relevant Research. Providing older adults with the best health care calls for innovative approaches in which citizens, community organizations, health care organizations, and universities work together […]

The Girls on the Run St. Louis 5K is the largest 5K in Missouri, hosting thousands of participants to celebrate the culmination of our program’s season. For 10 weeks, over 6,000 girls and coaches have been training for this large goal, and on May 11, they will use their inherent skills, motivation, and drive to […]

4theVille and STL Style are excited to announce a T-Shirt Design Competition! Over the past two years, 4theVille has grown as a community-based organization working to preserve, uplift, and celebrate the history of The Ville neighborhood. In support of future community building efforts, they are launching a merchandise line this summer. The winner of the […]

The mission of Girls in the Know, a non-profit founded in St. Louis, is to educate and empower girls, together with those who love them, by providing tools to establish a strong sense of self. GITK hosts speaker series and special events for pre-teen girls, ages 9-12, throughout the St. Louis area. They are seeking […]

The Community Development Society (CDS) is requesting proposals for student posters relating to community development for presentation at the 2019 Community Development Society Conference, July 14-17, in Columbia, MO. Submissions relating to the conference theme, “Community Development: Coming Home to Cultivate the Future” are encouraged, but all submissions will be given full consideration. The deadline […]

Do you want the opportunity to grant $25,000 to nonprofit organizations through a course? Learn about the sociological and historical roots of philanthropy, as well as best practices in philanthropy. Use the theory and skills you learn to research, solicit funding proposals, vet, and select organizations to fund. Register for L40 SOC 3920! The course […]

Interested in how the United Nations is responding to climate change? Want to observe world leaders negotiate at a diplomatic forum and interact with experts on how business, science, and policy relate to climate change? Apply to join WashU’s delegation to attend a UN climate conference in Fall 2019 or Spring 2020! Previous experience in […]

Join the Center for Diversity & Inclusion for this semester’s second Interfaith Excursion, a half-day program exploring different faith approaches to community and social justice throughout the St. Louis region. Students of all backgrounds are invited to come with us to meet with the Council on American-Islamic Relations and St. Louis’ Hindu temple. The excursion […]

Lutheran Development Group is a nonprofit that develops affordable housing. The organization needs help programming their Salesforce platform to track contact with residents, distribution of rental funds, and other activities. This is a great opportunity for anyone with strong computer skills. Contact Jenna Hampton at jenna.hampton@wustl.edu to apply by April 19.

Give back to St. Louis area youth and enjoy a ball game on us! Let Me Run inspires 4th-8th grade boys through running to be courageous enough to be themselves, to build healthy relationships, and to live an active lifestyle. At the end of the Spring season, the boys, coaches, and the St. Louis community […]

The McNair Scholars Program at SLU (SLU McNair) is accepting applications from current sophomores and juniors for its 2019 Summer Research Internship Program. Eligible first-generation, Pell-eligible and underrepresented students attending Washington University are welcome to apply. The program, which will run from June 3 – July 26, will enable students to conduct an original research […]

Intersections of Social Justice, taught and created by the Center for Social Justice at Georgetown University, is a global fieldwork credit-bearing opportunity for undergraduates to apply social justice theories to real world issues with community-based organizations. The reflection and coursework attempts to wrap-around students’ lived experiences as interns, volunteers, or in work placements and be […]