Simmons Serves: Get Connected, Volunteer, & Learn
Ready to get involved in the Boston community?
Simmons Serves is a new London Center initiative designed to connect students with meaningful volunteer opportunities in the Fenway and Great Boston area. At Simmons, we know that community engagement is a powerful tool for learning, growth, and social change which is why we are committed to making experiential learning more accessible to our students.
What is Simmons Serves?
Simmons Serves will connect you with meaningful volunteer opportunities at community-based organizations in the local area. The London Center provides foundational trainings–through an asynchronous format–to ground you in the Simmons philosophy of community engagement through a social justice lens. These training sessions will prepare you to be an effective and thoughtful volunteer and prompt you to think about your service in a broader context. Trainings will happen throughout the year, with a few in-person events to reflect on your service journey and celebrate your community impact at the end of the year.
How to Get Involved
Simmons Serves is open to all on the ground Simmons students, both graduate and undergraduate. This is also a Federal Work-Study opportunity, meaning that students with Federal Work-Study as part of their financial aid package can be paid for their volunteer time, helping to make community engagement more accessible for a wider range of students.
To participate, simply fill out our interest form to provide your preferences for volunteering. We will then use your input to match you with a community-based organization that fits what you're looking for. Check back for the interest form link in late August, 2025!
Why Join Simmons Serves?
- Make a Real Impact: Contribute to the important work of community organizations and help create positive social change in our local area.
- Gain Valuable Skills: Develop a deeper understanding of community needs, strengthen your leadership skills, and apply your knowledge outside of the classroom.
Join a Community: Connect with fellow students who are passionate about social justice and service by participating in London Center events.