There are so many local organizations doing great work in our community - many just walking distance from campus! Get engaged and give back by volunteering!
This is an ever-growing list, so check back often or reach out to colleencherry@usf.edu if there is an organization not listed here that you'd like to connect with!
St. Pete Youth Farm
Grow food, grow leaders, and give back to your community. Opportunities include weekday volunteering, mental health events, and monthly workdays. Volunteer Community Workdays happen the last Saturday of each month during the Fall and Spring (not Summers) 9am - 11am. No registration necessary.
USF Students are welcome to volunteer Monday through Thursday 8am - 2:30pm during the Summer and 3pm - 6:30pm during the Fall and Spring. USF students can also always plan school or club volunteer hours by emailing or texting Carla.
📧 Carla.Bristol@stpete.org | 📱 727-565-3930 | Website/Newsletter | @stpeteyouthfarm
The Deuces Live
Preserve history and fuel community development. Volunteer in events, cleanups, and business support. Internships available!
📧 executivedirector@deuceslive.org | More Info | @deuceslive
CASA Pinellas
Stand up to silence and support survivors of domestic violence. Volunteer in education, outreach, thrift store, or crisis intervention.
📧 VolunteerManager@casapinellas.org | More Info | @casapinellas
Keep Pinellas Beautiful
Lead cleanups and environmental stewardship projects across Pinellas.
📧 mjackson@kpbcares.org | 📱 727-533-0402 | More Info | @keeppinellasbeautiful
Tampa Bay Watch
Join habitat restoration, community events, and fundraisers.
📧 volunteer@tampabaywatch.org | More Info | @tampabaywatch
American Stage Theater
Support live theater as an usher, box office, or concessions volunteer.
📧 volunteer@americanstage.org | More Info | @americanstage
The Studio@620
Bring art and culture to life by assisting with events, live performances and exhibitions.
More Info | @thestudioat620
The James Museum
Apply to become a docent and inspire visitors of all ages.
More Info | @jamesmuseum
The Dali Museum
Volunteer as a greeter, information guide, and more.
More Info | @dalimuseum
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tampa Bay
Support families with meals, events, and service projects. Walking distance from USFSP!
📧 btramontana@rmhctampabay.org | More Info
BayCare – St. Anthony’s Hospital
Volunteer in guest services, patient care, and events. Flexible schedules!
St. Pete Free Clinic
Volunteer as a greeter, information guide, and more.
Help neighbors in need with food, healthcare, and housing support.
More Info | @st.petersburgfreeclinic
Great Explorations Children’s Museum
Volunteer with education, fundraising, or guest experience.
📧 mhilts@greatex.org | More Info | @greatexl
Girls Rock St. Pete
Volunteer for events, concert support, content creation, and more!
More Info | @grcstpete
