Make A Difference Day is an annual day of service where students are transported to local community non-profits to participate in service activities. Service activities range from cleaning up the properties to helping in senior homes.
Join us on Saturday, October 17, 2026 for Make a Difference Day!
Give Back and Make a Difference!
Make a Difference Day Schedule
8:00-8:30am: Student Check-In
8:30-8:45am: Introduction, Agenda, Schedule, and Reflection
8:45-9:00am: Pre-service reflection questions
9:00-9:30am: Guest Speaker- Dr. Damon Arnold
9:30-9:45am: Dismissal to assigned buses
9:45-10:30am: Departure to sites
10:00/10:30am-2:00pm: Service Project time - lunch break will be at service site
2:00-3:00pm: Travel time back to campus
We are excited to welcome, GVSU Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Engagement & Development, Dr. D. F. Arnold, as our guest speaker for Make a Difference Day 2026!
Student Volunteer Registration Closed
Walk ins will be placed on a first come first serve basis!
Community Partner Interest
If you represent a nonprofit organization and are interested in being involved in Make a Difference Day, please fill out this form.
