Service and Outreach
T-Shirt Exchange
Buckeye Nation Week T-Shirt Exchange
As a part of Buckeye Nation Week, OUAB will be hosting its annual Buckeye Nation T-Shirt Exchange! Students can come to donation locations throughout the week to donate gently used clothing or non-perishable food items. This year, students will get their own Buckeye Nation t-shirt in return. All the donations go to local Columbus non-profit organizations. See below for more details and stay tuned for 2024 dates!
Clothing Exchange
Bring one or more gently used clothing items, and get a Buckeye Nation shirt in return! Please do not bring clothing that has any rips, stains, holes, or graphic images. Clothing should be clean and in good condition.
Examples:
- Winter coats
- Insulated gloves
- Wool socks
- Winter hats
- Sweatpants
- Jeans
- Leggings
- T-shirts
Donations go to the Star House. The Star House aims to lift youth struggling with homelessness. They provide clothing, hygiene, and other types of care to those in need. It is open 24/7 and is located in Columbus.
Canned Food Exchange:
Bring three or more non-perishable food items, and get a Buckeye Nation shirt in return! Please check that the seal of the can/package has not been broken and that the expiration date has not passed.
Examples:
- Rice
- Pasta
- Peanut Butter
- Soups and Broths
- Canned Fruits, Vegetables, or Meats
Donations go to the Buckeye Food Alliance food pantry.
**Limited one t-shirt per person**
On-Going Service Opportunities
Buck-I-SERV Alternative Breaks are weeklong, substance-free programs centered on community service and civic engagement. Buck-I-SERV is held during the university’s breaks including winter (December/January), spring (March) and summer (May) breaks.
The Pay It Forward cohort provides Ohio State students with regular, easily accessible service opportunities on campus and in the Columbus community. Working to help students pursue their passions within service, Pay It Forward educates and exposes students to avenues of civic engagement in a variety of areas.
The Battle Against Hunger is a month-long program in November aimed at creating awareness of issues surrounding food insecurity through food drives, service and educational events. You can get involved by hosting a food drive or by participating in one of our events throughout the month.