Stanbridge University

outREACH Program

Always Aiming Higher

Through service to your community, you will have the opportunity to broaden your perspective and sharpen your skills. You will develop an uncommon lens of compassion that will become the foundation of your education, character, and future career.

1.4 Million

Pounds of produce and groceries distributed.

$200k

Raised to feed the homeless.

16k

Pounds of trash cleaned.

57k

Warm meals served to the homeless.

2,546

Animals provided with free medical services.

$60K

Raised to support communities in need.

Signature Outreach Initiatives

Environmental Rehabilitation

Food Security

Disability Community Advocacy

Childhood Literacy

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Shaping conscious students into compassionate leaders.

By partnering with state and national organizations, you will join a generation of confident, compassionate healthcare leaders, empowered to address local and global needs.

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FAQ: Community Service Requirements

Community service is a key part of the Stanbridge University experience. It fosters a connected and compassionate student body and provides a practical application of classroom skills. Volunteering helps develop valuable skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and following instructions and gives students a sense of accomplishment by positively impacting others' lives.
No, not all community service hours need to be completed at outREACH events. You can view approved events at www.stanbridge.edu/outreach/events. If you want to volunteer with an organization that is not listed, please contact the outREACH Department at [email protected] with the organization’s details for pre-approval. Per Stanbridge University policy, any hours completed before receiving pre-approval will not count towards your 10-hour graduation requirement.
No, Service-Learning hours will not count towards your community service requirement.

Download the Volunteer Service Form from Student Central or Edverum. Submit the signed form from your on-site event coordinator to your Student Services Officer to have your hours recorded.
Yes, students who complete at least 100 hours of community service within 12 months may be eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. For more details, including eligibility requirements, please visit https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/.

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The President's Volunteer Service Award

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