Volunteer: Community Garden Maintenance! (5/2/2026)Volunteer to help maintain a community garden in Salem Square! This opportunity may include trash cleanup, weeding, and other tasks as needed. The Spartan Volunteer Network will provide gardening gloves and trash bags. When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 9:00am-12:00pm Where: Corner of S Penn St and W College Avenue, York, PA 17401 | Street parking is available but limited. Carpooling is highly encouraged. Transportation: Volunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Please contact volunteer@ycp.edu if you need transportation assistance. Apparel: Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty. Please contact volunteer@ycp.edu with any questions or concerns. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Volunteer to help maintain a community garden in Salem Square! This opportunity may include trash cleanup, weeding, and other tasks as needed. The Spartan Volunteer Network will provide gardening gloves and trash bags. When: Saturday, May 2, 2026 9:00am-12:00pm Where: Corner of S Penn St and W College Avenue, York, PA 17401 | Street parking is available but limited. Carpooling is highly encouraged. Transportation: Volunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Please contact volunteer@ycp.edu if you need transportation assistance. Apparel: Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get dirty. Please contact volunteer@ycp.edu with any questions or concerns. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 2, 2026 Zip Code: 17401 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Birthday Party Helper- Shifts AddedMartin Library is hosting birthday parties for children 1-5 years old. We need your help. Are you ready to put on your party hat? Birthday Party Volunteer ResponsibilitiesAssist with moving party supplies and items from storage location to party room Assist with decorating, arranging, and setting up the party room Assist with setting up for party activities (such as crafts and games) Greet guests at arrival door and escort them to party location Meet food vendors or caterers when they arrive and ensure they receive payment Take photos and videos during party Assist with clean up after the party (could include cleaning tables and floors, as well as returning party supplies and items to storage location) Assist party hostess as needed during the part Organization: Martin Library: York County Libraries Martin Library is hosting birthday parties for children 1-5 years old. We need your help. Are you ready to put on your party hat? Birthday Party Volunteer ResponsibilitiesAssist with moving party supplies and items from storage location to party room Assist with decorating, arranging, and setting up the party room Assist with setting up for party activities (such as crafts and games) Greet guests at arrival door and escort them to party location Meet food vendors or caterers when they arrive and ensure they receive payment Take photos and videos during party Assist with clean up after the party (could include cleaning tables and floors, as well as returning party supplies and items to storage location) Assist party hostess as needed during the part Organization: Martin Library: York County Libraries Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 17401 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: FAC/STAFF ONLY - Commencement - Photo Op Volunteers (PM) (5/9/2026)Volunteers will help graduates and their families capture moments at Commencement. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Volunteers will help graduates and their families capture moments at Commencement. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 9, 2026 Zip Code: 17403 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Hero: Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run (5/3/2026)Join our team for the Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run in York, PA on May 3rd, 2026. Volunteers will assist with sponsor outreach, event promotion, participant registration, day-of coordination, setup, and teardown. This is a high-energy, hands-on opportunity to gain experience in event management, marketing, and community engagement while helping raise awareness and funds for families experiencing infertility, pregnancy and infant loss. Organization: Chasing the Rainbows Inc Join our team for the Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run in York, PA on May 3rd, 2026. Volunteers will assist with sponsor outreach, event promotion, participant registration, day-of coordination, setup, and teardown. This is a high-energy, hands-on opportunity to gain experience in event management, marketing, and community engagement while helping raise awareness and funds for families experiencing infertility, pregnancy and infant loss. Organization: Chasing the Rainbows Inc Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until May 9, 2026 Zip Code: 17313 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: The White Rose InvitationalThe White Rose Figure Skating Club will be hosting a skating competition, The White Rose Invitational, and we need YOUR help! This competition gives figure skaters a chance to show off the skills they have learned and compete against other skaters from surrounding areas. This competition is entirely volunteer run and we can't make it happen, without the help of people like you! This two day competition begins early Saturday morning (8am) and runs through the evening, ending around 9pm. The second day begins early, around 8am, and will conclude mid afternoon. We need volunteers to help with set up and break down, account running, and rink monitoring. Volunteer training will be held prior to the competition so you will know exactly what to do when you arrive on the day of the competition. -Account Runners- This position requires a bit more physical activity. You will be transporting documentation from the judges in the rink to the accountants upstairs where data will be imported in the computer and copied. You will be in and out of the cold. -Rink Monitors- This position will be inside of the rink. You will be at a check in table where competing skaters will check in before taking the ice. You will be responsible for keeping track of the schedule and timing and will be communicating with skaters, coaches and the judges. ** Please dress warmly- you will be in an ice rink for extended periods of time. A jacket, gloves and warm shoes are recommended! A hospitality room is available for all volunteers to grab a snack during their shift! Volunteer training will be held prior to the event so you know and understand the responsibilities of an account runner and rink monitor prior to the competition. Organization: White Rose Figure Skating Club The White Rose Figure Skating Club will be hosting a skating competition, The White Rose Invitational, and we need YOUR help! This competition gives figure skaters a chance to show off the skills they have learned and compete against other skaters from surrounding areas. This competition is entirely volunteer run and we can't make it happen, without the help of people like you! This two day competition begins early Saturday morning (8am) and runs through the evening, ending around 9pm. The second day begins early, around 8am, and will conclude mid afternoon. We need volunteers to help with set up and break down, account running, and rink monitoring. Volunteer training will be held prior to the competition so you will know exactly what to do when you arrive on the day of the competition. -Account Runners- This position requires a bit more physical activity. You will be transporting documentation from the judges in the rink to the accountants upstairs where data will be imported in the computer and copied. You will be in and out of the cold. -Rink Monitors- This position will be inside of the rink. You will be at a check in table where competing skaters will check in before taking the ice. You will be responsible for keeping track of the schedule and timing and will be communicating with skaters, coaches and the judges. ** Please dress warmly- you will be in an ice rink for extended periods of time. A jacket, gloves and warm shoes are recommended! A hospitality room is available for all volunteers to grab a snack during their shift! Volunteer training will be held prior to the event so you know and understand the responsibilities of an account runner and rink monitor prior to the competition. Organization: White Rose Figure Skating Club Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 17403 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Camp Dragonfly Volunteers Needed | June 5-7, 2026We are preparing for our annual Camp Dragonfly program. The Camp is a free weekend camp for grieving children – ages 6 to 15. We are seeking volunteers to help with the Camp. There are multiple, essential volunteer opportunities including assisting with set-up, craft assistant, recreational activities, registration, Adult Buddy to an assigned child, and many more roles. The dates for Camp Dragonfly are: Friday, June 5 starting at 6pmSaturday, June 6 all daySunday, June 7 ending at 2pmThe location is Camp Hebron, Halifax, PA. Please email me if you are interested in volunteering and I will email you an application. You can, also, contact me with any questions. My email address is – shirsch@choiceshealth.org Volunteers are responsible for providing their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: Hospice of Central PA We are preparing for our annual Camp Dragonfly program. The Camp is a free weekend camp for grieving children – ages 6 to 15. We are seeking volunteers to help with the Camp. There are multiple, essential volunteer opportunities including assisting with set-up, craft assistant, recreational activities, registration, Adult Buddy to an assigned child, and many more roles. The dates for Camp Dragonfly are: Friday, June 5 starting at 6pmSaturday, June 6 all daySunday, June 7 ending at 2pmThe location is Camp Hebron, Halifax, PA. Please email me if you are interested in volunteering and I will email you an application. You can, also, contact me with any questions. My email address is – shirsch@choiceshealth.org Volunteers are responsible for providing their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: Hospice of Central PA Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Jun 5, 2026 through Jun 7, 2026 Zip Code: 17032 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Seeking volunteers for Pirate Quest! (6/27/2026)The Pirate Quest committee is seeking volunteers to assist with event set up, staffing stations during the event, and cleanup. This event takes place on Saturday, June 27th from 2:00-8:00pm. Set up and cleanup shifts may vary. Please contact Katie Smock (piratequestyork@yahoo.com) to confirm volunteer dates and times. More details about the event can be found below: Ahoy, matey! Get ready to set sail on the most epic adventure of your life at Pirate Quest – at the event where the treasure is real, the fun is endless with Pirates and Mermaids and the excitement is as vast as the seven seas!Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) The Pirate Quest committee is seeking volunteers to assist with event set up, staffing stations during the event, and cleanup. This event takes place on Saturday, June 27th from 2:00-8:00pm. Set up and cleanup shifts may vary. Please contact Katie Smock (piratequestyork@yahoo.com) to confirm volunteer dates and times. More details about the event can be found below: Ahoy, matey! Get ready to set sail on the most epic adventure of your life at Pirate Quest – at the event where the treasure is real, the fun is endless with Pirates and Mermaids and the excitement is as vast as the seven seas!Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jun 27, 2026 Zip Code: 17315 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Youth Supervision Needed! (8/15/2026)York College's Center for Community Engagement is seeking volunteers to supervise youth for a public education and awareness presentation about the dangers of lead paint in older homes. Volunteers need Child Abuse and PA Background Clearances. When: August 15, 2026 10:30am-1:30pm Where: Center for Community Engagement, 59 E Market Street, York, PA 17401 Transportation: Volunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: YCP: Center for Community Engagement (CCE) York College's Center for Community Engagement is seeking volunteers to supervise youth for a public education and awareness presentation about the dangers of lead paint in older homes. Volunteers need Child Abuse and PA Background Clearances. When: August 15, 2026 10:30am-1:30pm Where: Center for Community Engagement, 59 E Market Street, York, PA 17401 Transportation: Volunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: YCP: Center for Community Engagement (CCE) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Aug 15, 2026 Zip Code: 17401 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Volunteer at the Enchanted Fairy Festival (9/19/26)The Enchanted Fairy Festival is a large, family-friendly community event held annually at Springettsbury Township Park in York, PA. They are seeking volunteers to help with both event setup/teardown and day-of festival support. This is a great opportunity for students to earn service hours while participating in a large, creative, community-focused event. Event date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 (Volunteer shifts vary, see below) Event time: 10:00am-7:00pm Location: Springettsbury Township Park, York, PA Website: www.enchantedfairyfestival.com Volunteer opportunities include: Event setup (Thursday, Friday, and/or Saturday morning)Event teardown (Saturday evening)Directing guests and assisting with crowd flowHanding out brochures and programsHelping with themed or costumed rolesVolunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) The Enchanted Fairy Festival is a large, family-friendly community event held annually at Springettsbury Township Park in York, PA. They are seeking volunteers to help with both event setup/teardown and day-of festival support. This is a great opportunity for students to earn service hours while participating in a large, creative, community-focused event. Event date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 (Volunteer shifts vary, see below) Event time: 10:00am-7:00pm Location: Springettsbury Township Park, York, PA Website: www.enchantedfairyfestival.com Volunteer opportunities include: Event setup (Thursday, Friday, and/or Saturday morning)Event teardown (Saturday evening)Directing guests and assisting with crowd flowHanding out brochures and programsHelping with themed or costumed rolesVolunteers must provide their own transportation for this opportunity. Organization: YCP: Spartan Volunteer Network (SVN) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Sep 17, 2026 through Sep 19, 2026 Zip Code: 17402 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Chestnut Street Revitalization ProgramThis volunteer opportunity is the final phase of the Chestnut Street Revitalization Project, where we are rebuilding 14 of the 16 homes that burned down on Chestnut Street in the City of York in 2009. When completed, these four homes will bring our affiliate’s total to 150 homes built since our founding in 1985. Organization: York Habitat for Humanity This volunteer opportunity is the final phase of the Chestnut Street Revitalization Project, where we are rebuilding 14 of the 16 homes that burned down on Chestnut Street in the City of York in 2009. When completed, these four homes will bring our affiliate’s total to 150 homes built since our founding in 1985. Organization: York Habitat for Humanity Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Sep 30, 2026 Zip Code: 17403 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Video ProductionCreate "how to" and "info session" videos related to immigrant legal services. The final products are for internal and external use. Some video creation may require visiting the local offices. Organization: Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC) Create "how to" and "info session" videos related to immigrant legal services. The final products are for internal and external use. Some video creation may require visiting the local offices. Organization: Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |