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Semester of Service

Gain experience, build your skills, and create meaningful connections.

Let's go make a difference in our community, Hornets!

Semester of Service will be taking a brief hiatus for Spring 2026 semester. The program will return for Fall 2026!

Transportation Resources

Students may ride all Sacramento RT fixed-route transit services, including light rail, by presenting a valid Sac State OneCard and the student commuter sleeve. Students pay a nominal fee for this service through their registration fees.

How to obtain a student commuter sleeve

Bus Routes from Sac State

University/65th St. Light Rail near Sac State (Gold Line)

ACC Senior Services

The CEC has partnered with ACC Senior Services for student to volunteer directly with our senior community, assisting with fun and engaging activities!

13 miles from campus.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary

The CEC has partnered with Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary to bring this exciting opportunity for Sac State students to volunteer directly with homeless and abused cats. Maintain a clean and healthy environment, socialize with special cats, and contribute to the goal of giving these animals a second chance!

1.0 mile from campus. 22 minute walk via Hornet Xing path.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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Maryhouse

The CEC has partnered with Maryhouse (program of Sacramento Loaves & Fishes) for volunteers to work directly with women and families who are experiencing homelessness. Assist staff with running daily programs and create meaningful connections with community members.

5.6 miles from campus. Bus routes and light rail routes available.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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Mustard Seed School

The CEC has partnered with Mustard Seed School (program of Sacramento Loaves & Fishes) to bring a special opportunity for Sac State Students to volunteer with children experiencing homelessness. Help students with schoolwork/art/reading, play with them at recess, and assist in the classroom!

5.6 miles from campus. Bus routes and light rail routes available.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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*Requires $23 Background Check fee

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River City Food Bank

The CEC has partnered with River City Food Bank to bring this incredible opportunity for Sac State students to volunteer to prepare and distribute food to unhoused, low-income and displaced families in our communities this year!

Midtown: 4.5 miles from campus. 10 minutes via Light Rail (65th to 29th &R station, midtown site).

Arden-Arcade: 6 miles from campus.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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Sac State Sustainability

The CEC has partnered with Sac State Sustainability to bring this wonderful opportunity for Sac State students to volunteer with the SSS team, beautifying the BAC Yard and Cap Radio Garden.

15 minute walk from campus library.

Term: Returning Fall 2026

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