About this Event
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Join us on 10/17/2026 to be a Community Champion for charity at the Volunteer Fair from 11 am - 4 pm at the Lansing Mall! Our mission is to bridge individuals and families with purpose through volunteer opportunities provided by nonprofits and churches that collaborate to fulfill charitable missions in our communities!
ATTENDEES
There are no costs to attend this event, and it is open to the public. There is only a fee for sponsors, competitors, and exhibitors (see below)
This is an event for people and groups who are seeking to:
- Connect
Meet with charities and churches to sign up for short or long-term community service opportunities. - Serve
Give back by participating in family-fun, charitable activities at the event provided by charities. - Grow
Have an idea? Get support from experts to launch a charitable initiative that will impact lives!
Win Funding for your Charitable Cause!
What's your charitable cause? Pitch your cause for a chance to WIN $3,000 in value of services, including funding. As a contestant, you will receive promotion and a complimentary list of resources to support your cause. The deadline for your entry is October 16th. See ticket for details!
SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS
By partnering with the Community Champion Volunteer Fair, you become a hub where charitable connections begin for community investment.
- Honoring volunteer leaders nominated by charities
- Bringing together more than 500 local civic organizations and volunteers
- Creating meaningful face-to-face interactions that attract visitors
- Fostering community engagement and catalyzing charitable causes
Please secure your booth by visiting our ticket page or emailing us for details on vendor/ exhibitor or sponsor opportunities at [email protected]
Agenda
🕑: 11:00 AM
Visit Booths
Info: Visit Charity and Church booths to explore ways to volunteer and support causes
🕑: 11:00 AM
Fun Activities
Info: Give back by participating in family-fun, charitable activities at the event provided by charities.
🕑: 11:30 AM
Create a Cause
Info: Have an idea? Get support from experts to launch a charitable initiative that will impact lives!
🕑: 12:00 PM
Honor Community Champions
Info: Honor local community champions and charitable volunteer leaders who make an impact
🕑: 01:00 PM
Grant Competition
Info: Vote LIVE for your favorite charity program to win a prize of $3,000 in value, including $1,000 in funding.
Event venue & nearby stays
Lansing Mall (west entrance), 5330 West Saginaw Highway, Lansing, United States
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