Engage Lincoln

October 26 - November 7, 2026

Engage Lincoln - Volunteer Projects

Join fellow Huskers volunteering at nonprofit organizations connected to addressing community needs.

The Nebraska Union plaza with students walking and the fountain on

Upcoming Volunteer Projects

Center For People

Monday | October 26 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm

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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Belmont Community Center

Tuesday, October 27 | 3:30pm to 5:30pm

The mission of the Belmont Community Center is to identify and define the social, cultural, recreational and educational needs of the residents of the Northwest Lincoln community. Students can help with facilitating activities for youth, sorting donations and cleaning. 

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Friendship Home

Wednesday, October 28 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Friendship Home is an organization of people who are passionate about helping survivors of domestic violence and their children. Students will have the opportunity to do yard work, planting flowers and sorting donations. 

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Eastridge Food Pantry

Thursday, October 29 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm

The Eastridge Food Pantry’s strives to provide food to families and individuals in need in Lincoln. Volunteers will help with filling boxes for distribution. 

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Willard Community Center

Friday, October 30 | 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Willard Community Center is excited to announce the return of the annual Schroder Park Wellness Campus Trunk-or-Treat on Friday, October 30, from 6:30–7:30 PM! Volunteers can help pass out candy to youth in the community and help with set up and tear down.

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Nebraska Diaper Bank

Wednesday, November 4 | 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Nebraska Diaper Bank distributes diapers to families in need across the state. Volunteers will have the opportunity to assemble diaper kits and distribute diapers to community members. 

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CEDARS

Friday, November 6 | 9:00am to 11:00am

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. 

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Lincoln Parks and Recreation

Saturday, November 7 | 9:00am to 11:00am

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Public Garden Section created the event to involve residents in the joy of gardening at Sunken Gardens. Volunteers will help with dumping buckets of dirt into flower beds and turning the soil materials with a shovel. Participants should dress in work clothes, wear shoes and have gloves. 

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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.