🌟 Join Our Team as a LISC AmeriCorps Member!

Historic South Initiative is excited to host a full-time LISC AmeriCorps member for the 2025–2026 service year. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact in Toledo’s Old South End by supporting community engagement, housing stability, and neighborhood revitalization. You’ll gain hands-on experience, grow your leadership skills, and be part of a mission-driven team.

Service begins June 2025. A stipend and education award are provided.

📄 View Full LISC AmeriCorps Job Description (PDF)

Rock the Block – Old South End

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and turn up the community spirit—Rock the Block is coming to the Old South End!

Join neighbors, volunteers, and partners as we come together to clean, green, and celebrate the heart of our community. Whether you’ve got a paintbrush, rake, or just good vibes to share, there’s a way for everyone to get involved. This isn’t just about sprucing up—it’s about lifting up our block, together.

🛠️ Home repairs.
🌱 Beautification projects.
🎉 Food, music, and fun.
💛 Real change, right here.

Let’s show what it means to be #SouthEndStrong.

Volunteer for Rock the Block here.

🌟 Join us as a Volunteer

If you are looking to volunteer as an individual or as a group, the residents and community organizations  of the Old South End would love your support.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Tutoring children 

  • Mentoring young adults

  • Participating in neighborhood improvement events

  • Working in a food pantry

  • Providing simple home repair services

  • Joining the Historic South Initiative Board or committees

Fill in the information below and we will contact you to discuss opportunities for you.