Engage Lincoln

September 22 - 26

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 September 2025

Salvation Army of Lincoln

Monday, September 22
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

The Salvation Army serves the Lincoln area through various areas of service, including feeding programs, youth development, Pathway of Hope and more. Volunteers will assist with doing yard work around the property, sorting donations and organizing a food pantry. 

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City Impact

Monday, September 22
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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Aging Partners

Tuesday, September 23
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

The Aging Partners Victory Park Senior Centers mission is to enhance daily living, expand personal choices and educate the community to ensure the independence and full life of the people we serve. Volunteers will assist with helping seniors use computers, set up instagram/facebook profiles, assisting with using facetime, tips for how to use their computers and playing activities with them including bingo. 

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Good Neighbor Community Center

Wednesday, September 24
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 

The Good Neighbor Community Center (GNCC) offers essential and emergency services, providing support to families and individuals in Lincoln and Lancaster County. Volunteers will have the opportunity to organize a donations and distribute items to individuals. 

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Lincoln Children Zoo

Thursday, September 25
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 

Lincoln Children Zoo is home to over 40 endangered animals. Volunteers will assist with doing gardening and yard work around animal habitats and the grounds.

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People City Mission

Friday, September 26
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

People’s City Mission was started in 1907 by local churches, offering food and shelter for transient and impoverished men, women and children. This volunteer opportunity will involve sorting clothes and distributing items. 

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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.