Local Community Engagement Opportunities
The Office of Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility has developed partnerships with community organizations for the mutually beneficial exchange, exploration, and application of knowledge, information and resources.
Through working with these organizations Towson University (TU) students develop their civic agency, enhance their intercultural knowledge and engage in civic action.
Complete the Community Engagement Request Form to get connected.
Partner organizations include:
Baltimore Sports Academy provides under-resourced communities with sports programming and helps local youth become complete athletes with strong bodies, minds, and spirits.
Food for Health Baltimore organizes The Baltimore Food for Health marketplace that provides an array of fresh, wholesome items, including vegetables, fruits, milk, eggs, and bread every Saturday from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Junior Achievement Academy gives young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their futures, and make smart academic and economic choices. Core content areas include work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy.
Reading Partners works with volunteers to provide elementary school students with one-on-one reading support.
Riverview Elementary School provides their community with resources through a food bank and thrift store available every first Wednesday of the month.
The Y provides produce, meat, and nonperishable food to those living in Baltimore City. Opportunities are available at the Parkville and Druid Hill locations.
Track Community Engagement Hours
Track your community engagement projects on Involved@TU. Hours can be tracked in association with a student organization or as an individual. Involvements are reported on your Student Engagement Record.