Volunteer: DICK's Day of Service | Thursday, September 25 | The Woodlands Foundation Pt. 2Brighten the summer for children and adults with disability and chronic illness. Volunteers will provide much needed assistance on campus improvement projects like landscaping, painting, clearing nature trails, and more. Waiver: All volunteers must complete two volunteer waivers upon registering. 1. DSG Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) 2. The Woodlands Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be outdoors weather permitting - sun and rain protection is suggested. Project will move indoors if rain. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About The Woodlands Foundation: The Woodlands Foundation aims to enrich the lives of children and adults with disability and chronic illness. Their barrier-free environment encourages everyone, of every ability and disability, to safely explore what’s possible and discover new levels of independence. Hands-on experiences guided by staff help to reinforce social, cultural, environmental, recreational and life skills growth. Participation is encouraged at every level, and celebrated in a welcoming and approachable group setting such as camps, retreats, clubs and events. The Woodlands is a 52-acre property that includes an indoor heated pool, 48-bed lodge, dining hall, creative arts lab, activity center, camping area, sports court, nature trail, adapted zip line, amphitheater, adapted kitchen, adapted archery range, and a par-3 adapted golf course. More info about The Woodlands Foundation can be found at https://mywoodlands.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Brighten the summer for children and adults with disability and chronic illness. Volunteers will provide much needed assistance on campus improvement projects like landscaping, painting, clearing nature trails, and more. Waiver: All volunteers must complete two volunteer waivers upon registering. 1. DSG Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) 2. The Woodlands Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be outdoors weather permitting - sun and rain protection is suggested. Project will move indoors if rain. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About The Woodlands Foundation: The Woodlands Foundation aims to enrich the lives of children and adults with disability and chronic illness. Their barrier-free environment encourages everyone, of every ability and disability, to safely explore what’s possible and discover new levels of independence. Hands-on experiences guided by staff help to reinforce social, cultural, environmental, recreational and life skills growth. Participation is encouraged at every level, and celebrated in a welcoming and approachable group setting such as camps, retreats, clubs and events. The Woodlands is a 52-acre property that includes an indoor heated pool, 48-bed lodge, dining hall, creative arts lab, activity center, camping area, sports court, nature trail, adapted zip line, amphitheater, adapted kitchen, adapted archery range, and a par-3 adapted golf course. More info about The Woodlands Foundation can be found at https://mywoodlands.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Volunteer Need Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 25, 2025 Zip Code: 15090 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: DICK's Day of Service | Wednesday, October 1 | Venture OutdoorsHelp beautify Venture Outdoors' North Park boathouse! Volunteer tasks will range from updating and testing equipment, building storage, landscaping, etc. Waiver: All volunteers must complete two volunteer waivers upon registering. 1. DSG Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) 2. Venture Outdoors Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be outdoors weather permitting - sun and rain protection is suggested. Project will move indoors if rain. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About Venture Outdoors: Venture Outdoors (VO) is a Pittsburgh-based non-profit connecting people to the benefits of getting outdoors. Since 2001, their team of Outdoor Educators and Volunteer Trip Leaders have guided people of all ages and stages to hike, bike, run, paddle, geocache, and more. VO serves the communities of Western Pennsylvania from children to young adults to seniors, individuals to families, and preschool classrooms to college programs to corporate teams. More info about Venture Outdoors can be found at https://ventureoutdoors.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Help beautify Venture Outdoors' North Park boathouse! Volunteer tasks will range from updating and testing equipment, building storage, landscaping, etc. Waiver: All volunteers must complete two volunteer waivers upon registering. 1. DSG Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) 2. Venture Outdoors Waiver - click here to access (opens in a new window) What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be outdoors weather permitting - sun and rain protection is suggested. Project will move indoors if rain. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About Venture Outdoors: Venture Outdoors (VO) is a Pittsburgh-based non-profit connecting people to the benefits of getting outdoors. Since 2001, their team of Outdoor Educators and Volunteer Trip Leaders have guided people of all ages and stages to hike, bike, run, paddle, geocache, and more. VO serves the communities of Western Pennsylvania from children to young adults to seniors, individuals to families, and preschool classrooms to college programs to corporate teams. More info about Venture Outdoors can be found at https://ventureoutdoors.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Volunteer Need Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 1, 2025 Zip Code: 15101 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: DICK's Day of Service | Tuesday, September 16 | Brashear AssociationBrashear Association, a 2025 Sports Matter grantee, is located in Mt. Oliver where volunteers will engage in a much-needed cleanup of the neighborhood! Other volunteer tasks include food pantry management and assembling hygiene and educational kits for their after-school program. Waiver: All volunteers must complete the volunteer waiver upon registering - click here to access (opens in a new window). What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty and/or painted. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be mostly outdoors - sun protection is strongly suggested. Alternative rain date: Thurs, Sep. 18th. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About Brashear Association: Based on the core belief that everyone deserves a fair shot, The Brashear Association provides South Pittsburgh residents and community groups with access to quality programs and services that address social, education, health, and economic issues. More info can be found by visiting https://www.brashearassociation.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Brashear Association, a 2025 Sports Matter grantee, is located in Mt. Oliver where volunteers will engage in a much-needed cleanup of the neighborhood! Other volunteer tasks include food pantry management and assembling hygiene and educational kits for their after-school program. Waiver: All volunteers must complete the volunteer waiver upon registering - click here to access (opens in a new window). What to Wear: DSG shirts will be provided, but please arrive wearing comfortable, casual clothing that can get dirty and/or painted. Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes that they can easily move around in (sneakers or light boots). Project will be mostly outdoors - sun protection is strongly suggested. Alternative rain date: Thurs, Sep. 18th. What to Bring: Refreshments and lunch will be provided, but a reusable water bottle may be handy. We also recommend bringing a light backpack or drawstring bag so you may work "hands-free" if you do not want to leave belongings in your car or on the property. About Brashear Association: Based on the core belief that everyone deserves a fair shot, The Brashear Association provides South Pittsburgh residents and community groups with access to quality programs and services that address social, education, health, and economic issues. More info can be found by visiting https://www.brashearassociation.org/ Agency: Pittsburgh Cares: Private Service Days Volunteer Need Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 16, 2025 Zip Code: 15210 Allow Groups: Yes |