Service Saturdays
Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.-Margaret Mead
Service Saturdays is a social, flexible, and rewarding way to make a concrete difference in our community without prior signup or long-term, individual volunteering. With 2 - 4 hour volunteering increments and a range of different opportunities, from building with Habitat for Humanity to cooking dinner for the Salvation Army and cleaning up our area parks and Green Circle Trail, there is something for everyone to get involved, have some fun, meet other students from UWSP, and of course, help our community!
Fall 2008 Service Saturdays
More information coming soon!The highest reward for a person's work is not what they get for it, but what they become because of it.- John Ruskin
FAQ
Are Service Saturdays different from volunteering independently? Is it better?
Service Saturdays is intended to be perfect for those students who don't have the time or resources available to volunteer on a regular basis with an area agency. Unlike volunteering with an agency one-on-one, Service Saturdays allows you to volunteer with a group of students in a relaxed setting.
Do we have to travel for Service Saturdays?If transportation or special accommodations are needed please let SIEO know 72 hours prior to the event.
Do we need any special skills or tools?In some instances you will need proper clothing, such as when working outdoors. Other tools needed may be trash bags or rubber gloves which the SIEO office can supply.
The only special skill needed is to understand basic safety measures. Wear the right shoes, bring a jacket, and if you aren't sure how to do something, ask for help!
What if I decided at the last minute to bring my little sister and mom?The more the merrier, but if a child under the age of 18 is volunteering these waivers must be signed by the parent prior to volunteering.
- http://forms.uwsp.edu/centers/forms/holdharmless.htm
- http://forms.uwsp.edu/centers/forms/medicalrisk.htm
Have other questions about Service Saturdays? Please feel free to email sieo@uwsp.edu.
Looking for other volunteer opportunities? Stevens Point has plenty of agencies, events, and student orgs to keep you busy! Check out the SOD for student orgs, or go back to the SIEO volunteer webpage to view the calendar.
