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Join the UD community to make an impact and strengthen your local Flyer network. Liftoff events are happening around the country this summer, bringing together alumni, current students and parents to engage in meaningful service projects in their own backyards.

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Calendar 2026-05-30T00:00:00 2026-08-09T00:00:00 America/New_York Summer Liftoff Join the UD community to make an impact and strengthen your local Flyer network. Liftoff events are happening around the country this summer, bringing together alumni, current students and parents to engage in meaningful service projects in their own backyards. Alumni Communities

Connect. Serve. Lead.

Whether you are a recent graduate looking for an entry point into your local alumni community or a current student wanting to build your professional network, these events are for you. Join fellow Flyers for a day of service and connection, completing hands-on projects that support local non-profits and community initiatives. You'll build relationships through shared work and conversation.

Summer Liftoff Events Near You

Many details are still being finalized. As we get closer to summer, check back often to see what is happening in a city near you!

Austin
Saturday, Aug. 8
1-4 p.m.
Join current students, alumni and parents of UD by working with our local community to give back all around the world! We will be volunteering at the Central Texas Food Bank in Austin.

ALL VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here using this link.

Spots are limited so sign up soon!

Questions? Email us.

Boston
Saturday, July 18
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
Help clean up the Fens and connect with fellow Boston Flyers!
Learn more and register

Chicago

Our Chicago area UD alumni, parents, current students and friends habe two opportunities to serve our local community. We hope you will join us for one or both events!

Saturday, July 18
10 a.m. - noon CT
Join your fellow Flyers to pack school supplies for local students!
Learn more and register

Saturday, Aug. 1
1-3 p.m. CT
Join your fellow Flyers at the Back to School Bash to see the results of our Summer Liftoff event!
Learn more and register

Cincinnati
Saturday, Aug. 8
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET
Join current students, alumni and parents of UD by working with our local community to give back all around the world! We will be volunteering at Matthew 25 Ministries. Afterwards, join us on the patio of nearby Madtree Brewing Parks & Rec, founded by Brady Duncan '04, to socialize and enjoy pay-as-you-go food and drinks!

ALL VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here.
Under 'Group Name' please put University of Dayton/Cincinnati Alumni.

RETURN VOLUNTEERS: Please bring your M25 ID card.

Questions? Email us.

Cleveland
Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18 for our Cleveland Summer Liftoff. Check back soon for more details on final plans. All UD alumni, parents and current students are invited to join us.

Columbus

Sunday, June 14
9:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. ET
Join Columbus area Flyers for a morning of service along with socializing with current students and alumni.

Learn more and register

Dallas/Fort Worth

Saturday, Aug. 1
11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Connect with your Flyer family for a morning of service! We are bringing together University of Dayton students, alumni, and parents in the Dallas/Fort Worth area to give back to the local community at Feed My Starving Children, hand-packing meals for children in the community.

Then join us around the corner at Torchy's from 1:30-3 p.m. for a social!

Click "Register" below and be sure to use access code MZVPZG.

Questions? Email us.

Register here with code MZVPZG

Dayton
Saturday, Aug. 1
8:45 a.m.- noon
Join us to connect with fellow Flyers and give back to Five Rivers MetroParks! All UD students, alumni, and parents in the Dayton area are invited to join us!
Learn more and register

Denver

Saturday, Aug. 1
10:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. MT
Join us to connect with fellow Flyers and give back to Denver Catholic Charities.

Learn more and register

Erie
Wednesday, July 15
5:30- 8:30 p.m. ET
Join the Erie Alumni Community for our 4th annual Porch Party, this year at the Erie Yacht Club!
Learn more and register

Houston
Saturday, Aug. 8
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT
Join Flyer alums, students, and parents for conversation and competition at The Decoy!
Learn more and register

Indianapolis
Saturday, Aug. 8
7:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. ET
Join us to connect with fellow Flyers and give back to St. Vincent De Paul Food Pantry.
Learn more and register

Louisville

Saturday, June 27
8 a.m.- 2 p.m. ET
Join Louisville area Flyers for a morning of service at Franciscan Kitchen along with socializing with current students and alumni.

Learn more and register

Nashville
Saturday, July 11
10 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Join Nashville area Flyers for a morning of service at Concord Community Church to support Raise the Roof Academy.

Learn more and register

Philadelphia
Sunday, July 12
3-6 p.m. ET
Join Philadelphia Flyers and current students for an evening of socializing and service!
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Pittsburgh
Sunday, August 9
noon-3 p.m.

Join the Pittsburgh UD Flyer community at North Park!
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Rochester
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Aug. 1 for our Rochester Summer Liftoff. Check back soon for more details on final plans. All UD alumni, parents and current students are invited to join us.

Southern California
Saturday, July 25
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join Southern California Flyers and current students for a Pacific Beach Cleanup.
Learn more and register

Southeast Florida
Saturday, June 6
8:30-11 a.m. ET
Join your fellow Flyers to clean up the beach!
Learn more and register

St. Louis
Saturday, July 25
8 a.m.-1 p.m. CT
Join the St. Louis Flyers for a morning of service followed by an afternoon social!
Learn more and register

Tampa Bay

Saturday, May 30
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET

Join us to connect with fellow Flyers and give back to the community at Feeding Tampa Bay! All UD students, alumni, and parents in the Tampa area are invited to join us! 

Learn More and Register

Washington D.C./Baltimore
Saturday, May 30
2-7 p.m. ET
Join us for a fun-filled Saturday starting at 2 p.m. for a social at Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard). We will then attend the Nats vs. Padres game. First pitch is at 4:05 p.m.
Learn More and Register

West Michigan
Thursday, June 11
5-7 p.m. ET
Join us at New Holland as we launch a new UD tradition in West Michigan. Together, we’ll lift each other up, build connections, and strengthen the Flyer network for years to come.
Learn more and register