Get involved in the community through volunteering at events hosted in Ames! Throughout the year Ames hosts a variety of events that require assistance from volunteers. Volunteer roles will vary for individual events and their requirements. See the upcoming events and their respective volunteer positions below:
Iowa Science Olympiad State Tournament | April 11, 2026
Location: Iowa State Campus
Help inspire future Cyclone engineers, scientists, and innovators! Science Olympiad is a competition that challenges 6th to 12th grade students in events including earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering, and is designed to increase interest in STEM fields and to provide recognition for outstanding achievement in team events.
To volunteer, sign up at this link: Please sign up to volunteer via this form by Sunday, March 15th.
Direct any questions to Yamille Perez at yamille@iastate.edu.
Paint the Path 5K | April 26, 2026
Location: Iowa State Center (Route will go around Hilton, Stephens Auditorium, and Jack Trice Stadium)
Volunteers are expected to volunteer from 10AM-3PM (estimated, differs depending on role). Please fill out this form if you are interested in volunteering. All information regarding the event and volunteering will be communicated via email closer to the date! To sign up, click HERE.
National History Day in Iowa | April 27, 2026
Location: Scheman Building, 1805 Center Drive, Ames.
The State Historical Society of Iowa is looking for volunteers to assist with National History Day in Iowa! To learn about opportunities and to sign up, click here: NHD Volunteer Info and Sign Up
515 Days | May 15, 2026
Location: Downtown Ames
Volunteers will receive drink tickets or Community Cash (the volunteer will choose) as a thank you for their volunteer hours. To learn more about the event, click HERE.Â
To volunteer, sign up here: Volunteer Sign Up
If none of the above opportunities interest you or fit in your schedule, please click the link below to complete a form to be added to our list to receive information about our volunteer opportunities as they come up.
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