Pay It Forward

Pay It Forward is a student cohort within the Office of Student Life, made up of 22 students on 6 different committees. Everyone has their own unique job to help fulfill the following mission, vision, and goals.

Pay It Forward 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. Fueled by hope and positivity, Pay It Forward allows students to match a personal cause to promote change within the community.

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Want to join Pay it Forward?

Members of Student Life Leadership and Community Engagement cohorts are provided with opportunities to plan ethical and responsible service experiences, develop as leaders and form meaningful relationships with peers who are committed to giving back to our community. Joining a Student Life cohort is a great way to make an impact on The Ohio State University. Currently, Leadership and Community Engagement offers cohort-based opportunities through Pay It Forward and Buck-I-SERV.

The Pay it Forward cohort is currently accepting applications to join for the 2025-2026 academic year. Submit an application for the 2025-2026 Pay It Forward cohort now!

If you want to learn more about Pay it Forward, join us for a virtual information session about Pay it Forward on Thursday, January 23 at 5 p.m. Register here.

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If you have questions about Pay It Forward please contact us at payitforward@osu.edu!