Get Involved with Community Cadres! Choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities and serve either on or off campus during a designated eight‑week period in the fall and spring semesters. Along the way, you’ll earn 10 convo credits while making a meaningful impact and supporting local changemakers. Join Community Cadres and be part of something bigger!

Dates

  • Orientation: September 8-11
  • Serving: September 14- November 13

View Volunteer Opportunities Register for Orientation* Community Cadre Guidelines

*Registration opens September 1

Explore the various cadres below to see where you might be interested in serving!

Youth Development & Education

Empowering young people through learning, mentorship, recreation, and personal growth.

  • A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club
  • STAIR Birmingham
  • Girls on the Run Birmingham
  • Holy Family Catholic Academy
  • ZeroZero Foundation

Community Support & Human Services

Strengthening individuals and families through advocacy, resources, and essential services.

  • Grace Klein Community Food Distribution
  • Greater Birmingham Ministries
  • The Ministry Center at Green Springs
  • The Lovelady Center
  • ExpectCare Hospice

Healthy, Ability, & Inclusive Services

Promoting wellness, accessibility, independence, and quality of life for all.

  • Turning Points with Mountain Brook City Schools
  • United Ability
  • Special Equestrians

Arts, Culture, History, & Recreation

Inspiring communities through creativity, cultural education, outdoor activities, and historic preservation.

  • Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
  • The Dance Foundation
  • NorthStar Soccer Ministries

Community Building & Civic Engagement

Cultivating connections, leadership, volunteerism, and neighborhood engagement.

  • AHEPA Penelope District One
  • Homewood City Schools Community Garden