Service Opportunities

Visit the PittServes Volunteer Portal to learn more about ways to be involved in one-time or re-occurring service projects, start your own service initiatives, or engage as a community partner. 

The mission of ARC at the University of Pittsburgh is to support local kindergarten through third grade students develop essential literacy/reading skills though thoughtfully crafted lesson plans in an effort to enhance student’s success in school. ARC tutors work one-on-one with students and act as mentors. 

Become a tutor: ARC tutors are federal work study students AND volunteers who serve in local schools and after-school programs. To become a tutor you must serve 8-10 hours per week and commit to one year of service. Monthly trainings are provided so students can effectively tutor their children as well as reach personal and professional development goals.