Adopt-a-Street

Join the Volunteer Center and the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated for a street clean up! We'll provide transportation, safety gear, and supplies.  Come out and enjoy a good time giving back as we beautify the community.

Shuttle to the Poll-Illinois Primary Election

Transportation to the poll for the 2026 Primary Election. NOTE: THIS POLLING PLACE IS ONLY FOR RESIDENCES IN PRECINCTS: CAPITAL 14, 37, 92, 93, 99 AND WOODSIDE 02. Students registered to vote with a campus address may use this location.

On-site voter registration is available at this location. If you intend to register to vote, bring a driver's license or state ID and at least one additional form of identification. Students living on campus may request a verification of address from the Residence Life office in HCOMM

 

Building Sustainable Futures: Community Impact at MERCY Communities

Join us in making a direct impact on the lives of families experiencing homelessness with MERCY Communities, a dedicated not-for-profit organization in Springfield. 

Participants will engage in hands-on activities to prepare apartments for new residents and assist with general maintenance tasks. Whether it's cleaning, organizing, or minor repairs, your efforts will directly contribute to creating welcoming homes for families in need.  

Feeding Hope: A Fight Against Food Insecurity with Grace Food Pantry

Join us for a meaningful day of service at Grace Food Pantry! In 2022, they served nearly 7,000 households and 17,000 individuals in Springfield, and we need your help to continue this vital work. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and make a direct impact in the lives of those in need. Together, we can help ensure that everyone has access to healthy food.

As a volunteer, you will assist in setting up our food distribution outside, ensuring that everything runs smoothly for our clients. Your tasks will include:

Early Voting

The Sangamon County Board of Elections will be on campus for early voting in the 2026 Primary Election.  NOTE: THIS POLLING PLACE IS ONLY FOR RESIDENTS IN PRECINCTS: Only for residents in Precincts: Capital 14, 21, 37, 60, 70, 82, 92, Woodside 02 and Woodside 04

Students registered to vote with a campus address may use this location.

On-site voter registration is available at this location.

Early Voting

The Sangamon County Board of Elections will be on campus for early voting in the 2026 Primary Election.  NOTE: THIS POLLING PLACE IS ONLY FOR RESIDENTS IN PRECINCTS: Only for residents in Precincts: Capital 14, 21, 37, 60, 70, 82, 92, Woodside 02 and Woodside 04

Students registered to vote with a campus address may use this location.

On-site voter registration is available at this location.

Early Voting

The Sangamon County Board of Elections will be on campus for early voting in the 2026 Primary Election.  NOTE: THIS POLLING PLACE IS ONLY FOR RESIDENTS IN PRECINCTS: Only for residents in Precincts: Capital 14, 21, 37, 60, 70, 82, 92, Woodside 02 and Woodside 04

Students registered to vote with a campus address may use this location.

On-site voter registration is available at this location.