COVID-19

​​​The health and well-being of all Kentuckians is everyone’s shared priority. At Serve Kentucky, we are providing listings of volunteer ne​eds in response to the COVID-19 crisis, supporting efforts to feed students and seniors, providing alternative service activities for AmeriCorps members, offering support to program staff, encouraging citizens to follow state guidelines through social media, and providing training in a virtual environment. Serve Kentucky is working to help citizens of the Commonwealth help their neighbors in need while complying with evolving guidelines for health and safety.

Take precautions when volunteering. We are grateful that individuals want to volunteer in this time of need; however, personal health and safety are always of primary importance. If you are feeling ill or exhibiting symptoms, please consider ways to volunteer virtually or by phone to limit the potential for viral transmission. Review the CDC recommendations for age limits and health status when considering volunteering.

The best sources of COVID‐19 information are:

Volunteer Opportunities

Click below to see the current needs in our community.

 Find a Volunteer Opportunity

Preparedness for Organizations

Organizations that are accepting volunteers should adhere to all CDC and Kentucky Department of Public Health guidelines for social distancing. Additional restrictions such as limiting volunteers to best protect vulnerable populations may be appropriate. All volunteers should be screened prior to beginning work. If someone has a fever, cough, or other symptoms, they should be sent home. All volunteers should wash hands regularly and all areas of the service site should be properly disinfected at each shift change. When at all possible, develop ways for volunteers to help virtually.

Other Ways You Can Help

Donate Blood or Plasma

Kentucky is facing a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during the coronavirus pandemic. Healthy individuals are needed to donate now to help patients counting on lifesaving blood. Donating blood is a safe process, and people should not hesitate to give or receive blood.

Check On Your Neighbors

As more and more people experience isolation, we encourage you to call and check in on your neighbors, especially those who may not have support networks or adequate resources. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed right now but building connections and empathy can go a long way in reducing stress. 

Serve Kentucky COVID-19 Neighbor Check-in

Learn More About the Health Emergency 

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