Engage Lincoln

November 14 - 21, 2025

Engage Lincoln - Volunteer Projects

Join fellow Huskers volunteering at nonprofit organizations connected to addressing community needs. Each day features a different nonprofit organization you can volunteer for.

for November 2025

CEDARS

Friday, November 14
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

CEDARS is looking for students help with distributing popcorn to Clinton Elementary students. Volunteers would help put together popcorn bags and deliver them to classrooms. Plan to Meet at Clinton Elementary school. 

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City Impact

Monday, November 17
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

City Impact, located in Lincoln Nebraska, empowers under-resourced communities by providing holistic youth, family, and neighborhood development programs and services. Students can help by reading to youth, assisting them with homework and facilitating activities (coloring, sports)

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Catholic Social Services

Tuesday, November 18
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska offers many opportunities for individuals, families, and parish communities to serve those in need. During this experience volunteers will have the opportunity to help organize a food pantry and sort donated clothing items. 

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Center For People

Wednesday, November 19
10:00 a.m. to Noon

Center for People is here to break cycles of poverty and help people in Lincoln achieve lasting economic independence. Volunteers will have the opportunity to organize a donations and distribute items to individuals. 

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Linked2Literacy

Thursday, November 20
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Linked2Literacy inspires generations by providing inclusive books and literacy education through community partnerships. Volunteers will have the opportunity to organize literacy supplies for youth in the community.

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Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals

Friday, November 21
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals leads the nation in providing medical and physical rehabilitation for adults and children. Students will have the opportunity to help run bingo and casino games for seniors at the nursing home.

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Questions? Connect with Andrew Brown  andrew.brown@unl.edu  |  402-472-8721

Badge for the Gold NASPA Excellence Award received by Engage Lincoln.

Engage Lincoln receives GOLD at 2025 NASPA Excellence Awards 

Excellence Awards recognize the contributions of members who are transforming higher education through outstanding programs, innovative services, and effective administration. NASPA's Excellence Awards cover twelve categories crucial to the success of students. 

View the 2025 award recipients.