03/13/2026
Good Deeds Day 2026: Join Us on April 12
Volunteer Opportunities
Join Federation's Jewish Volunteer Network to make a difference in our community as part of Good Deeds Day, a global day of volunteerism. Since 2007, Good Deeds Day has united millions of volunteers from 108 countries for service opportunities that benefit people and the planet.
Individuals and families of all ages are invited to volunteer at one of several locations across Cleveland.
Sunday, April 12
Times vary based on the volunteer opportunity you choose
Please register by Sunday, April 5.
At each site, registrants will learn about the organization’s needs, participate in direct-service volunteerism, and connect Jewish values to this important work.
Please note: Space is limited at each site and will be available on a first come first serve basis. Sites that do not meet capacity may not be offered.
Please scroll to the bottom to view all volunteer opportunities and find the experience that fits your interest:
The Cleveland Chesed Center
An opportunity for BBYO teens, part of the Jewish Youth Day of Service
Volunteer Location: Cleveland Chesed Center, 1898 S. Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Time: 10 – 11:30 am
Number of Volunteers Needed: 30 volunteers
Eligibility: Teens only
Project Details: Restock shelves after Passover and sort donations
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Cleveland Kids' Book Bank
Volunteer Location: 13913 West Parkway Rd, Cleveland, OH 44135
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 40
Eligibility: Ages 13+ (with an adult)
Project Details: Sort, sticker, and pack books by category, age, and reading level to be distributed to 16,000+ partner programs across Cleveland.
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Hebrew Cultural Garden
Volunteer Location: 1160 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44108
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 30
Eligibility: Ages 7+ (with an adult)
Project Details: Garden clean up and prep for spring planting
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JFSA's Horvitz YouthAbility Program
Hosted by Federation's Women IN Philanthropy
Volunteer Location: JFSA Kindness Center, 23900 Commerce Park, Beachwood, OH 44122
Time: 1 - 2:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20
Eligibility: Women of all ages (families welcome)
Project Details: Spend the afternoon with YouthAbility participants at the Kindness Center. Activities may include: Making items to be donated during the spring trip to Louisville, making art for Parade the Circle, creating handmade embossed greeting cards, making centerpieces and/or placemats for Memory Cafe, and weather permitting, gardening, cleaning windows, and decorating outside with sidewalk chalk.
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Jewish Community Housing
Volunteer Location: Provided upon registration
Time: 10 – 11:30 am
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10 at each site (up to two sites)
Eligibility: Ages 18+
Project Details: Home and yard maintenance at Jewish Family Service Association Group Homes.
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jHUB Project Benefiting Ronald McDonald House
Volunteer Location: Garfield Park Program Center, Garfield Pkwy, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Time: 3 - 4:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20
Eligibility: Interfaith families and individuals of all ages
Project Details: Family-friendly collection and packing project for Ronald McDonald House
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Mandel Jewish Community Center
Volunteer Location: Mandel JCC, 26001 S. Woodland Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 8
Eligibility: Ages 13+ (teens must be accompanied by an adult)
Project Details: Help clean gym and play supplies and equipment, and move items from one closet space to another.
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National Council of Jewish Women
Volunteer Location: 26055 Emory Road, Unit H, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
Time: 10 - 11:30 am
Number of Volunteers Needed: 10
Eligibility: Ages 13+ (with an adult)
Project Details: Sort, clean, and label donated books to be distributed to Little Free Libraries. Bring books to donate!
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PJ Library® Young Families
Volunteer Location: Providence House East Campus, 11801 Buckeye Road, Cleveland, OH 44120
Time: 11 am - 12:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 15 families
Eligibility: Families with children ages 5+
Project Details: Make tie blankets to benefit Providence House
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Providence House
Volunteer Location: Providence House East Campus, 11801 Buckeye Road, Cleveland, OH 44120
Time: 11 am – 12:30 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 15
Eligibility: Ages 18+
Project Details: Sort and label inventory in the warehouse
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Rescue Village - Geauga Humane Society
Volunteer Location: 15463 Chillicothe Rd, Novelty, OH 44072
Time: 10 am – 12 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 15
Eligibility: Ages 10+ (with an adult)
Project Details: Sort donations, do laundry, clean out closets and storage areas, prepare materials for events, or outdoor activities like yard work, hose out crates, and clean the barn and trails
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Blood Drive with Vitalant
Volunteer Location: Gross Schechter Day School, 27601 Fairmount, Pepper Pike
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 20
Eligibility: Ages 16+ and eligible to donate blood
Project Details: Blood donations
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