Volunteers continue to be needed, now more than ever. That means our
critical-need projects, as well as those of our partner agencies, are still happening.
And healthy and willing volunteers are needed, especially to feed the hungry.
We’re updating opportunities continuously on this page.
Made possible through the generous support of our partners:
HERE’S HOW YOU CAN MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT RIGHT NOW:
Besa
Check out Besa's ongoing
volunteer opportunities.
Contribute Supplies
Our nonprofit partners are low on
much needed supplies. View their
requests and easy ways to fulfill them.
Stock a Pantry
There are several Little Food Pantries
around the city that people can use to
access essentials, from food to toiletries.
Bring donations to any of the pantries.
Give Blood
The American Red Cross needs
blood to continue its life-saving work.
Here's where to donate yours.
Clintonville Beechwold CRC
Volunteer opportunities
vary depending on need.
Mid-Ohio Food Collective
Volunteer to assist families with
access to food and basic necessities.
LifeCare Alliance
Volunteer to package meals
and deliver them to seniors. Email
volunteer@lifecarealliance.org
4 All People
Volunteer to assist families with
access to food and basic necessities.
Email: jgrady@4allpeople.net
Can't Stop CBUS
Support Can't Stop CBUS with
volunteer needs.
Make a Donation to Besa
Every gift helps us respond to more neighbors in crisis and
share more resources during these ever-changing circumstances.
Donate now.
Everyone’s safety is our foremost concern.
If you feel sick or exhibit any symptoms of the virus as shared by the
CDC—fever, coughing or shortness of breath—we ask that you not
attend a volunteer shift.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
- Wear a protective mask.
-
Put distance between yourself and other people.
Avoid shaking hands or hugging.
Helpful Resources
Centers for Disease
and Prevention
World Health
Organization
Franklin County Public Health
Text COVID19FC to
888-777 for official updates.
Ohio Department of Health
Call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH to
speak with someone regarding
Coronavirus/COVID-19.
The City
of Columbus
Columbus Recreation &
Parks Department
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to text with a trained crisis counselor. It’s completely
free, confidential, and available 24/7.
We are so grateful for you—people who, even while facing this
yourselves, continue being the good for all.
