Local Service Trips

Throughout the year, Pay It Forward provides smaller scale local service opportunities. Pay It Forward provides transportation to and from service sites, so there is no need for students to find their own. We offer a wide variety of service trips focusing on various community needs to allow students to gain new experiences and match students to opportunities that they are genuinely passionate about.

Fall 2026 Service Events:

Thanksgiving Food Giveaway & Health Screening Event

Saturday, November 21st 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church

Join Pay it Forward in partnership with Friendship Missionary Baptist Church as they assist with Thanksgiving baskets health screenings, community resources, and meals. Transportation from the Ohio Union is provided. Registration is required, fill out the form here. 

Broad Street Food Pantry

Sunday, December 5th 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The Broad Street Food Pantry is an in-person food pantry that assists in providing healthy meals in Columbus and focuses on “Impacting Hunger in Our Neighborhood.” On Sunday, December 6th, a group of 10-12 volunteers will be able to take part in navigating shoppers through this process, supporting them as they purchase various goods. Transportation is provided from the Ohio Union. Registration is required, fill out the form here. 

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