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- Helen Keller

March 29, 2021
One-Time Service Opportunities
SIGN UP TODAY to participate in activities after Spring Break:
  • Greater Cleveland Food Bank - Wednesday, April 7 4:30-8:30pm (Register)

  • Greater Cleveland Food Bank - Thursday, April 8 4:30-8:30pm (Register)

  • Zelie's Home - Saturday, April 10 8:35-11:25am (Register)

  • Mayfield Special Olympics - Sunday, April 11 2:55pm-5:20pm (Register)

Transportation is provided to the service sites. The one-time service opportunities are
in-person events. COVID safety protocols will be followed. Be sure to check out all of our service opportunities below and on GivePulse!
Upcoming One-Time Service Opportunities
Zelie's Home - Serve Saturday Deep Clean
Participants will help in a once a month deep clean of Zelie's Home, a home for women seeking shelter and support during pregnancy and early parenting months.
Mayfield Village Adaptive Recreation Special Olympics Track Program
To browse and register, for one-time service opportunities, check out GivePulse!

Contact service@jcu.edu with any questions.
SAVE THE DATE: Jesuit Day of Service
Jesuit Day of Service -
Saturday, April 24

Mark your calendars for this year's
Jesuit Day of Service!

The Jesuit Day of Service is an annual gathering of community members at Jesuit schools to participate in actions of service around their local communities! Because of the nature of the pandemic, we will be holding all JDOS activities locally on John Carroll's campus.

If you are interested in being a team captain, please email Drew Kleinman (akleinmann21@jcu.edu) to express interest!
We are lookling for applicants who embrace the JCU mission of being men and women for and with others! As a CSSA representative, Student Liaisons serve as peer service leaders and van drivers as they facilitate a positive service experience for their fellow JCU students. This paid position allows you to do all this and gain professional experience!

Do you have a good driving record and embrace the JCU mission of being a "man or woman for others?" Do you enjoy participating in service and interacting with other students and the community? You can apply to be a student liaison too!

Responsibilities include:
  • Participating in the service activity
  • Serving as a CSSA ambassador for the community partner
  • Transporting students to and from service sites
  • Ensuring accurate attendance records
  • Providing pertinent information to CSSA staff members
  • Attending mandatory training sessions
  • Facilitating reflection
Click HERE for the application!

If you'd like to read more about the role, Click HERE.
Questions? Contact CSSA at service@jcu.edu
Stay Tuned: CSSA Intern Applications
Applications for Summer Office Intern and 2021-2022 CSSA Data Management Intern will soon be available after Spring Break!

Contact Heather Craigie with any questions in the meantime at hcraigie@jcu.edu.
Fitness for Fatima
Walk for a Great Cause!
Do you want to be healthier and more active? Do you want to donate to a great cause?

Help raise money for the Fatima Family Center by joining the Fitness for Fatima week-long step challenge!

Part of the Leadership Scholars Capstone Project, this challenge runs from April 12-16 and is a week-long “step-challenge.” Whatever participant has the most steps by the end of the week wins a $15 gift card of their choice! Simply keep track of your steps on a smartwatch, a pedometer, or your phone.

To enter the challenge, send your $10 entry fee on Venmo to @Jamie-Durishin. All proceeds go to the Fatima Family Center. Anyone can participate — simply keep track of your steps on a smartwatch or on your phone!

Email gmorton21@jcu.edu with any additional questions.
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Get Connected!!

Follow us on social media to get the latest news from CSSA, learn about upcoming opportunities, find ways to stay connected and engaged, read posts by featured students, and learn about all of the great things happening in the Center for Service and Social Action! We post frequent updates daily, so be sure to stay tuned in!

Connect with us NOW to join the fun!

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March 30-April 6 .... No Service - Easter Break
April 24 .... Jesuit Day of Service
Sr. Katherine Feely, SND, Ed.D  | Director |   kfeely@jcu.edu   | 216.397.1966
Heather Craigie | Assistant Director, Student Development & Logistics|hcraigie@jcu.edu |216.397.6233
John Jackson  | Assistant Director, Community Partnerships | jnjackson@jcu.edu  |  216.397.1662
Amy Bartter  |  Administrative Assistant |  abartter@jcu.edu  |  216.397.4698
Blake Yoho '22G  | Graduate Assistant |  byoho22@jcu.edu | 216.397.6283
JCU Center for Service and Social Action
Administration Building | AD-32
216.397.4698 |  (f) 216.397.1661

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