5 Days of Service
Join us from March 24 to March 28!
What is 5 Days of Service?
Join us for 5 Days of Service, a week filled with meaningful volunteer opportunities in partnership with local non-profit organizations and campus partners. From March 24-28, students, including members of various student clubs, will have the chance to engage in service projects that make a positive impact in the greater Grand Rapids community.
Each day, different service events will take place at various locations and times, providing flexible opportunities for volunteers to get involved. Students will need to provide their own transportation to service events, with all events taking place either on campus or on the Laker Line bus line. This initiative, hosted by the Office of Student Life, highlights the incredible work of non-profits and student service organizations dedicated to community outreach and advocacy.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference, connect with fellow students, and support valuable causes!
Events Schedule
Monday, March 24
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Organization |
Activity |
Time |
Location |
Registration |
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Ottawa County Parks |
Volunteers will participate in woody invasive species removal using the cut-stump method, cutting stems near ground level and applying herbicide to prevent regrowth.
*Volunteers will be outside. Please dress appropriately for the weather. |
11:00 am - 1:00pm |
Grand Ravines North 9920 42nd Ave, Georgetown Twp, MI 49428
*Meet at the Grand Ravines Lodge.* |
Click on this link to RSVP |
Tuesday, March 25
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Organization |
Activity |
Time |
Location |
Registration |
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The Other Way Ministry |
Volunteers will help with spring cleaning, both indoors and outdoors, by organizing spaces, tidying up, and improving the community environment. |
10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
10 Fulton St W Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Volunteers will meet at Kirkhof, opposite the information desk, at 9:30 AM. From there, we will take the Laker Line together to the location.
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Click on this link to RSVP |
Wednesday, March 26
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Organization |
Activity |
Time |
Location |
Registration |
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Gilda's Club House |
Volunteers will assist at Gilda’s Clubhouse by organizing community spaces, preparing snack packs, and engaging in supportive activities for individuals and families affected by cancer. |
9:30 am - 11:30 am |
1806 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Volunteers will meet at Kirkhof, opposite the information desk, at 9:30 AM. From there, we will take the Laker Line together to the location. |
Click on this link to RSVP |
Thursday, March 27
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Organization |
Activity |
Time |
Location |
Registration |
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Sustainable Agricultural Project |
Volunteers will help the team. |
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
4539 Luce St, Jenison, MI 49428 |
CLOSED |
Friday, March 28
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Organization |
Activity |
Time |
Location |
Registration |
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Drop in Day of service (Kids Food Basket) |
Volunteer with Kids Food Basket and decorate lunch bags for kids. |
2 PM - 4 PM |
KC RM 2270, Kirkhof Center, Allendale Campus, GVSU |
No registration required for this event |