Events Calendar

  • Friday 5/8/26

    • May 8, 2026
      5pm-7pm ET
      Empire Elementary School
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-08T00:00:00 2026-05-08T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: NV, Carson City - STEM Fiesta de Mayo Empire Elementary School is hosting their annual STEM night in combination with a Cinco de Mayo Celebration, where students will showcase their work in Science and Technology alongside cultural celebrations including a dance performance. They are looking for volunteers to help with set-up (starting at 4:00pm) and tear-down as well. They would also like a couple volunteers from Yale to speak to parents about the university at a booth. Empire Elementary School — 1260 Monte Rosa Dr, Carson City, NV 89701 true
    • May 8
      12:15PM – 3:30PM ET
      Project Open Hand
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-08T12:15:00 2026-05-08T15:30:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, San Francisco - Project Open Hand Project Open Hand provides nutritious meals to sick and vulnerable neighbors San Francisco and Oakland. Volunteer tasks include sorting and bagging food items and/or assembling meal packages for our clients. Tasks vary depending on the needs of the day. Please note that our volunteer opportunities often involve handling meat, nut and dairy products.  Shift Details Those who arrive 30 minutes past the volunteer activity start time will be unable to participate. Orientation/Check/in: 12:15pm – 12:30pm Volunteer Activity: 12:30pm - 3:30pm Location: 730 Polk St. San Francisco, CA 94109. Check in with the front desk upon arrival and they will direct you to the appropriate waiting area. Minimum Age: 15 yrs. old Volunteer Waiver Please have each person in your group complete our One-Time Volunteer Waiver (QR code below) before your scheduled shift.   Dress Code Comfortable closed-toed shoes (no flats or sandals), shirts with short or long sleeves (no tank tops or crop tops) and full-length pants (no shorts, capris or skirts). Please do not wear jewelry. We suggest wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting messy as you’ll be working with food. All volunteers must wear hairnets and beard nets if you have facial hair. Hairnets and beard nets are provided on-site. We suggest packing light as there is limited space in locker rooms to store personal items. No Parking Available. Please take public transit, if possible. BART and MUNI stops are nearby. Project Open Hand — 730 Polk St false
    • May 8
      5:30PM – 7:30PM ET
      Cincinnati, OH
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-08T17:30:00 2026-05-08T19:30:00 America/New_York Cincinnati Yale Club Recent Graduates Happy Hour

      Yale BOLD alumni (graduates of the last ten years, 2016-2025) will gather with fellow Ivy League recent graduates on Friday 5/8/2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Downtown Cincinnati by Fountain Square (520 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202). There is no admission cost for the happy hour. There is a cash bar. This is an excellent way to meet fellow Yale recent graduates and other Ivy recent graduates in Cincinnati from a variety of companies, organizations, neighborhoods, etc.

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  • Saturday 5/9/26

    • May 9, 2026
      Shifts: 10:30am-12:30p, 12:30p-3p, 3p-4p ET
      First Congregational Church of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, Los Angeles – Harvest Home Mother’s Day Event Join the Yale School of Management community in supporting Harvest Home, a Los Angeles–based nonprofit providing housing and supportive services to pregnant women experiencing homelessness. We’ll be volunteering at Harvest Home’s annual Mother’s Day celebration, a special event honoring mothers and children with activities like a shopping experience and wellness crafts. Volunteers help create a warm, welcoming, and joyful environment for participating families. Volunteer roles may include: Event setup Guest check-in and greeting Supporting crafts and self-care activities Assisting with food service Event cleanup Shifts: Setup: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Event Support: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM Cleanup: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Sign-ups: Please register for your preferred shift(s) via this Google Sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1doUjrWjvfN4OzUjqj6N7u0Ys9pQVdIfEES2yezc91fI/edit?usp=sharing Spots are limited, so we encourage signing up early! Your spot is only confirmed once you’ve added your name to a shift in the Google Sheet. If you are unable to attend but would like to donate- visit https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/Sl6PsA?vid=1ptv4f First Congregational Church of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA — 540 S. Commonwealth Ave true
    • May 9, 2026
      9:30 am to Noon ET
      The Gardens at Lake Merritt
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, Oakland - The Gardens at Lake Merritt The Gardens at Lake Merritt, a seven-acre collection of themed gardens, is our nation's first wildlife refuge. Established more than a half-century ago, the Gardens serve as a source of great regional pride, a cultural and educational center and a place to enjoy tranquility in the heart of the city. The Gardens are poised to serve as an example of the highest standards of horticulture and historic preservation while providing enriching public programs. Join fellow Yale Alumni, families, and friends at this multigenerational gardening project. The Gardens at Lake Merritt — 666 Bellevue Ave true
    • May 9, 2026
      11 am to 1 pm Pacific Time ET
      San Francisco Marin Food Bank
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, San Francisco - San Francisco-Marin Food Bank The SF Marin Food Bank has been a leader in food assistance for over 30 years. They address hunger head-on. Every week, 36,000 households count on them for food assistance. We will be volunteering for the second shift at the Illinois Warehouse of the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Warehouse volunteer duties include repacking dry goods, sorting produce, filling food boxes for seniors, packing bags for home-delivered groceries, and more. San Francisco Marin Food Bank — Illinois Warehouse true
    • May 9, 2026
      4:30 - 8pm PT ET
      Casa de Carnaval - CANA
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, San Francisco - Volunteer at Loco Bloco's Carnaval 2026 Kickoff! On May 9th, Loco Bloco SF, the longtime Afro-Latinx cultural and performing arts organization based in the Mission District of San Francisco, will have their Carnaval 2026 kickoff event. There will be dance performances, live music from their batería, and overall intergenerational fun! Join us as volunteers to put on the event/production and enjoy a beautiful Saturday afternoon in community! This is a family friendly event. Casa de Carnaval - CANA — 683 Florida St. true
    • May 9, 2026
      11 am to 2 pm Pacific Time ET
      Social Services Agency - CalWORKS
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CA, San Jose - Second Harvest of Silicon Valley Volunteer to Build a Hunger Free Community. Right now, an average of about 500,000 people a month rely on Second Harvest for access to nutritious food. Their mission is to end hunger in our community. Volunteers, donors and supporters help provide food to families, multi-generational households, seniors and college students. They offer more than just nourishment, they are helping people in our own community feel a little more secure and find joy in the pleasure of cooking and sharing a meal with loved ones. We will distribute food at the Social Services Agency - CalWORKS in San Jose. Social Services Agency - CalWORKS — 1879 Senter Road true
    • May 9, 2026
      10:00 am to 2:30 pm ET
      J. Churchill Owen Boys & Girls Club
      Add to Calendar 2026-05-09T00:00:00 2026-05-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Yale Day of Service: CO, Denver - Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver Come join us in celebrating the Yale Day of Service with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver at their annual State Education Day on Saturday, May 9, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver helps young people build bright futures through safe, supportive spaces, caring mentors, and programs that strengthen academic success, character, leadership, and healthy lifestyles. At this fun, high-energy Education Day event, Club members from all 25 Metro Denver sites will come together to compete, learn, and celebrate through activities focused on reading, geography, science, math, and other school subjects. Yale volunteers will help make the day run smoothly by supporting pre-planned educational stations, helping serve lunch, assisting with awards, and encouraging Club members as they complete activities and earn points or tickets for their teams. We are looking for approximately 5–8 volunteers. This is a great opportunity for alumni who enjoy working with kids in a lively, upbeat setting. Location: J. Churchill Owen Boys & Girls Club, 3480 W. Kentucky Avenue, Denver, CO 80219 Time: 10:00 AM–2:30 PM Date: Saturday, May 9 J. Churchill Owen Boys & Girls Club — 3480 W. Kentucky Avenue true