The Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) is proud of its history with volunteers. Over 40,000 volunteer hours are logged each year to help the organization improve its programs and facilities. Whether you are seeking an individual or group opportunity, you will find it with CRC.

Community and Senior Centers
The CRC operates 27 community or senior centers throughout Cincinnati. Each of the centers uses volunteers in a variety of different ways. Please contact any of our centers and ask about volunteer opportunities.  List of centers.

Group Projects
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission has a long history of coordinating group projects.  Due to CRC’s large infrastructure we have come to rely on community and corporate groups to help maintain our buildings and properties. No group is too large or small as we can customize a project to fit your organization’s needs. Throughout the year we work with a variety of groups doing one day projects like painting, landscaping and clean-ups. One of our most successful programs is the yearly maintenance of our 1000 Hands Playgrounds. To volunteer as a group or to seek further information please send an email to wayne.lurix@cincinnati-oh.gov

Special Events
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission also hosts a series of large events throughout the year that require volunteers for the day. Individuals or groups are needed.

Southwest Ohio Senior Olympics (April-May)
Seniors, 50 and over compete in a variety of athletic events. Volunteers are used as timers, score keepers and hospitality
To volunteer contact Dina Hanks at seniorolympics@cincinnati-oh.gov

Cincinnati Wheelchair Games (May)
Participants are wheelchair bound and compete in a variety of events. Volunteers are used as timers, score keepers and hospitality, greeters and huggers.
CRC also has a need for volunteers in other programs working with individuals with disabilities
To volunteer contact kyra.ertley@cincinnati-oh.gov

Hershey Track Meet (June)
City wide event where over 400 youth participate in running and field events
NFL Punt Pass and Kick Competition
Local qualifying that takes place at the Hershey Track meet
Volunteers are needed for time keeping, measuring, and logging information
To volunteer contact wayne.lurix@cincinnati-oh.gov

Waterfront Events at Sawyer Point

Kidsfest- (First Weekend in June)
The largest free festival for children in the country. Volunteers are used in a variety of ways.

Riverfest- (Sunday before Labor Day)
Annual musical and fireworks event held at Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove. Over 400,000 people attend each year. Volunteers are used in a variety of ways.

Great American Birthday Party- (July 4th)
Annual musical and fireworks festival celebrating the 4th of July. Volunteers are used in a variety of ways.

To volunteer at Sawyer Point events contact jenny.mobley@cincinnati-oh.gov