Volunteer

Fall Into the Streets

Western Michigan University graphic with 'FALL INTO THE STREETS' over a yellow-orange splatter background.

Twice each year, WMU students, faculty and staff come together to serve the Kalamazoo community through Fall Into the Streets (FITS) and Spring Into the Streets (SITS). Held over one weekend during the fall and spring semesters, these campus-wide volunteer events connect Broncos with local organizations and causes, creating opportunities to build relationships, strengthen communities and make a meaningful impact through service.

Each fall, Broncos participate in Fall Into the Streets (FITS), WMU's signature fall service event. Volunteers work alongside community organizations throughout Kalamazoo on projects that address local needs while building stronger connections between campus and community.

Join us October 16–18, 2026, for the next Fall Into the Streets.

Volunteer opportunities and site registrations will be posted through ExperienceWMU in Fall 2026. Join the Community Engaged Learning organization in ExperienceWMU and sign up for volunteer opportunity alerts to be notified as soon as events are posted.

Organizations we've served with

WMU volunteers have worked alongside organizations throughout the Kalamazoo area, including:

  • Michigan Waterways Stewards
  • Growing Community Garden at Sunnyside United Methodist Church
  • Edison Neighborhood Association
  • Heritage Community
  • ARK Services for Kids
  • Caring Network
  • Catholic Charities
  • Kalamazoo Literacy Council Read and Seed
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kalamazoo at Douglass Community Center
  • Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes