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Become an Urban Corps Team Member!

Join Urban Corps, a team of Akronites dedicated to the growth and vibrancy of downtown Akron. Sign up now and receive volunteer opportunities throughout the year and earn prizes for your time by clicking the "Join the Team" link.

JOIN THE TEAM

Click here for the liability waiver.

The safety of our volunteers is our number one concern, and we can assure you that the work will be done in accordance with all safety protocols outlined by our local, state and federal officials. For more information about our COVID-19 Safety Guidelines, click here.

Upcoming Opportunities

Graphic image of the Downtown Akron Sakura Festival Logo, with the text Downtown Akron Sakura Festival, Saturday, April 6, 2024

Downtown Akron Sakura Festival Volunteer Opportunities

Thursday, March 4: Event Prep Team

Friday, March 5: Event Prep Team

Saturday, March 6: 
Set Up
Luminaria Set Up
Event Volunteer
Origami Volunteer
Wishing Tree Volunteer
Luminaria Lighting
Luminaria Tear Down / Fireworks Clean Up
Tear Down

For volunteer descriptions, times and locations, click the sign up button below.

Sign Up!


• After 20 hours of service, receive a free Urban Corps t-shirt from Rubber City Clothing.
• After each additional 20 hours of services, receive a badge to add to your shirt for 40, 60 and 80 volunteer hours.
• At 100 hours of service, upgrade your t-shirt to an Urban Corps sweatshirt.
• Attend the annual team member event.

Team member requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or be accompanied by an adult.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements listed with the volunteer opportunity.

Questions? please contact DAP at 330-374-7676 or info@downtownakron.com.

This initiative is possible through support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and Akron Civic Commons.