Help with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) by Volunteering Remotely or On-Site | VolunteerMatch

Local Opportunities (8,085 volunteers needed)

• Volunteer to tutor and mentor 1:1 with a student in Chicago (In person and remote options available)

  with Tutoring Chicago
  Chicago, IL 60614
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Become a tutor, mentor and role model. Tutoring Chicago is a free one-to-one tutoring program for students in grades 1-12. During the 2024-2025 school year, Tutoring Chicago will offer both in-person and digital tutoring options to our tutors/students from late September to late May. No special skills, no experience or background in education is necessary. Above all the willingness to be there and the desire to impact, inspire and empower a student. Being present is all it takes. One and a half hours per week is enough to change a kid's life. Our Mission Delivering the power of education through one-to-one tutoring Our Vision Brighter futures for all of Chicago’s children

  Date Posted: December 5, 2024

• Deliver Hope! Deliver Food to Seniors & Homebound Neighbors in Need- Daly City

  with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
  111 Lake Merced BoulevardDaly City, CA 94015
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Food Delivery Driver - Daly City - Westlake Every Tuesday, from 10:45am-1:15pm PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER (To register, please copy the link below and paste into your browser): https://www.shfb.org/give-help/volunteer/volcalendar-general/?location=0011I00001VCvbGQAT Learn More About Home Delivery: Home delivery drivers deliver nutritious pre-boxed groceries to seniors and homebound individuals. Volunteers receive a specific driving route, load their personal vehicles with food boxes, and deliver boxes to recipients’ homes (using their personal phone to call/text recipients day-of as needed). The delivery is entirely contactless, and the majority of recipients are seniors and/or individuals living with disabilities or health challenges. This is a fun, independent volunteer activity that allows you to provide much needed support to homebound community members. Please note that this volunteer activity requires repeated lifting of very heavy boxes that weigh 25 https://lbs to 40 lbs. and is best suited for volunteers with strong mobility and no back issues. The volunteer must be willing and able to work with people of different backgrounds and nationalities, exhibit compassion and sensitivity, and maintain strict confidentiality of all member and volunteer information. Volunteer delivery drivers must be at least 18 years of age, able to pass a background check, and provide proof of auto insurance and a valid driver’s license. Volunteers must use their own mileage and gas to deliver food. Once you have completed your first volunteer shift, you can decide if you would like to commit to be a regularly scheduled, long-term volunteer. If you would like to complete additional deliveries, you must sign a Home Delivery Volunteer agreement and submit to a background check before the next volunteer event. If you have further questions you may contact Jessica Silverstein, our Home Delivery Coordinator at jsilverstein@shfb.org

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Fight Hunger! Food Distribution at Bayshore Community Center - Daly City

  with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
  Bayshore Community Center450 Martin St.Daly City, CA 94014
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Food Distribution at Bayshore Community Center - Daly City Second and Fourth Friday of every month from 8:00am to 11:30am PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER (To register, please copy the link below and paste into your browser): https://www.shfb.org/give-help/volunteer/volcalendar-general/?shift_id=a0v8W00000KYO0zQAH Everyone should have access to healthy food. Second Harvest provides nutritious groceries and fresh produce at distribution sites throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. These sites are volunteer-run and rely on committed, dedicated volunteers who can support the effort on an ongoing basis. We invite you to join us in providing a warm and welcoming environment for our clients. Activities could include assisting with set up, unloading and moving food boxes from pallets, loading boxes into the cars of our clients, and site clean up. This volunteer activity does require some heavy lifting (15-30 lbs.) and regular movement. Volunteers must be wiling and able to work with people of different backgrounds and nationalities, exhibit compassion and sensitivity, maintain strict confidentiality of all member and volunteer information, as well as follow all guidelines and instructions provided by the site leader.

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Fight Hunger! Food Loading at Daly City- Westlake

  with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
  Daly City- Westlake111 Lake Merced Blvd.Daly City, CA 94015
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Food Loading at Daly City Home Delivery Hub- Westlake Every Tuesday, from 10:15am-1:15pm PLEASE SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER (To register, please copy the link below and paste into your browser): https://www.shfb.org/give-help/volunteer/volcalendar-general/?location=0011I00001VCvbGQAT Everyone should have access to healthy food. Second Harvest provides nutritious groceries and fresh produce at distribution sites throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. These sites are volunteer-run and rely on committed, dedicated volunteers who can support the effort on an ongoing basis. We invite you to join us in providing a warm and welcoming environment for our clients. Food loading is a hands-on volunteer activity that involves loading pre-packed food boxes into vehicles that will deliver groceries to home delivery clients. This volunteer opportunity does not involve interacting with or delivering groceries to home delivery clients directly. This volunteer activity requires repeated lifting of heavy boxes that weigh up to 35 lbs. and is best suited for volunteers with strong mobility and no back issues. This is a fun, physical outdoor activity working alongside other volunteers and community members. The volunteer must be willing and able to work with people of different backgrounds and nationalities, exhibit compassion and sensitivity, and maintain strict confidentiality of all member and volunteer information.

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Death Doulas Support Needed! - Suncrest Hospice (Pleasant Hill, CA)

  with Suncrest Hospice
  Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Suncrest Hospice is on the lookout for caring Death Doulas! If you're someone who wants to be there for patients and families during their end-of-life journey, offering emotional, spiritual, mental, or physical support, then we want you. Join the Suncrest Hospice team to bring comfort and support to the community and make a difference. Hospice care's philosophy is about making the end of life as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. Our team, including a nurse, nurse assistant, social worker, chaplain, and volunteer, walks alongside patients and families on their journey. We need volunteers to join us in providing excellent care and support to hospice patients and their families in their homes across various Bay Area counties. If you're open to becoming a Death Doula, even better! All volunteers receive training, and we cover background checks, drug testing, and TB testing at no cost. We serve families in Alameda, San Francisco, San Mateo, Contra Costa, Sonoma, Marin, and many other Bay Area counties. Specifically, we're looking for volunteers around Pleasant Hill . For more info or any questions, call us at 408-900-8838. Let's make a difference together!

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Join The Fun & Help Support Seniors!

  with J-Sei
  1285 66th StEmeryville, CA 94608
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  URGENT: Volunteer delivery drivers & kitchen help needed to distribute meals to seniors in our community. Delivery routes & kitchen shifts take just 2-3 hrs in the morning/afternoon. Lunches are distributed in Richmond, El Cerrito, Albany, Berkeley, Oakland, Hayward, and San Leandro using contact-free delivery procedures. If you are available a few hours a day, week or month we want to hear from you. ABOUT US Ever wanted to work in a kitchen or learn more about Japanese food? Would you like to deliver nourishing lunches to people who can't shop or cook for themselves anymore? Maybe you are a sociable person who would enjoy visiting or calling a senior weekly. J-Sei is a longstanding nonprofit that offers many rewarding volunteer opportunities. You can be involved periodically or on a consistent ongoing basis. You can bring a smile to seniors by preparing hot lunches, delivering meals to seniors, providing weekly visits to at a senior's home or calling a senior. You will help an older adult stay healthier and happier! We also have office work related to mailings or data entry. Assistance with event planning is appreciated too. Our volunteers and staff are fun and upbeat - we welcome you to join us!

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Volunteer-Pet Companionship Needed (Daly city, CA)

  with Suncrest Hospice
  Daly City, CA 94014
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Do you have a pet that is willing to share its immense love with patients and families? Suncrest is looking for volunteers, along with their pets, to provide a high level of comfort, love, and warmth to hospice patients and their families. Suncrest Hospice invites volunteers and their pets to join the Suncrest Team as we provide excellent care and support to our hospice patients and their families! The philosophy of hospice care is to provide comfort and the highest quality of life that one can achieve at the end of life. Through an interdisciplinary team including a nurse, nurse assistant, social worker, chaplain, and volunteer , we help the patient and family walk through their journey. Volunteers are essential members of the patient’s hospice care team. Volunteers are trained to listen, care, and provide companionship for our patients during this important time in their lives. Through careful screening and orientation, our volunteers understand the hospice philosophy to provide as much comfort and quality of life to our patients as possible. All of our volunteers are trained to provide companionship, but we are especially looking for volunteers who are willing to share the love and warmth of their pet's company with our patients. Dogs do not need to be trained in therapy but need to be social, well-behaved, and calm. We are especially looking for volunteers willing to serve patients and families in and around Daly City. All Suncrest Hospice volunteers are required to complete a background check and TB and drug testing at no charge to you. Please contact our staff at 408-900-8838.

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Volunteer-Pet Companionship Needed (San Francisco, CA)

  with Suncrest Hospice
  San Francisco, CA 94016
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Do you have a pet that is willing to share its immense love with patients and families? Suncrest is looking for volunteers, along with their pets, to provide a high level of comfort, love, and warmth to hospice patients and their families. Suncrest Hospice invites volunteers and their pets to join the Suncrest Team as we provide excellent care and support to our hospice patients and their families! The philosophy of hospice care is to provide comfort and the highest quality of life that one can achieve at the end of life. Through an interdisciplinary team including a nurse, nurse assistant, social worker, chaplain, and volunteer , we help the patient and family walk through their journey. Volunteers are essential members of the patient’s hospice care team. Volunteers are trained to listen, care, and provide companionship for our patients during this important time in their lives. Through careful screening and orientation, our volunteers understand the hospice philosophy to provide as much comfort and quality of life to our patients as possible. All of our volunteers are trained to provide companionship, but we are especially looking for volunteers who are willing to share the love and warmth of their pet's company with our patients. Dogs do not need to be trained in therapy but need to be social, well-behaved, and calm. We are especially looking for volunteers willing to serve patients and families in and around San Francisco! All Suncrest Hospice volunteers are required to complete a background check and TB and drug testing at no charge to you. Please contact our staff at 408-900-8838.

  Date Posted: December 20, 2024

• Build Community Through Giving - Mentor a Foster Youth

  with Be A Mentor, Inc.
  East Bay - Alameda CountyOakland, CA 94605
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you want to work with a young person who needs support, care, and a role model? We need YOU to mentor a student experiencing foster care in Alameda County. YOU MUST LIVE IN ALAMEDA COUNTY1 Be A Mentor is partnering with Alameda County Office of Education to support youth in foster care. This is an in-person mentoring program. You will spend most of your time in the community with your mentee exploring, talking, and learning about their needs. 1 on 1 mentoring gives students more opportunities for success regardless of their background. It’s especially important for youth who may not have consistent adults in their lives to connect with. Consistency is important to build trust between you and your mentee. These youth need caring adults that will maintain non-judgement and open to the child's culture and experiences.

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Castro Valley Volunteers: Kids w/ chronic illnesses in want to learn hobbies from you!!

  with CoachArt
  Quail AvenueCastro Valley, CA 94546
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  CoachArt matches kids impacted by chronic illness with volunteers who work with them 1-on-1 to teach them an art or athletic activity. We have students that want to learn Painting, Drawing, Arts and Crafts, Knitting, Sewing, Fashion, Basketball, Tennis, Golf, Guitar, Piano, Acting, Theater, Ballet, Filmmaking, Digital Media, Gaming, Coding, and Photography! Lessons are 1 hour, meet once per week, for four weeks. You can meet over zoom, or in-person based on your preference!

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Oakland Volunteers: Kids w/ chronic illnesses in want to learn hobbies from you!!

  with CoachArt
  1180 14th StreetOakland, CA 94607
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  CoachArt matches kids impacted by chronic illness with volunteers who work with them 1-on-1 to teach them an art or athletic activity. We have students that want to learn Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Arts and Crafts, Basketball, Martial Arts, Soccer, Golf, Drums, Guitar, Piano Hip Hop Dance, Jazz/Tap Dance, Acting, Theater, Baking, Cooking, Gaming/Coding, and Science! Lessons are 1 hour, meet once per week, for four weeks. You can meet over zoom, or in-person based on your preference!

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Be the Mentor You Wish You Had!! Mentor a Youth in Foster Care

  with Be A Mentor, Inc.
  22693 Hesperian BoulevardHayward, CA 94541
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  In the Bay Area We have many a youth in foster care and they are being left in the cracks by systems that doesn't know how to nurture them. These kiddos need stable, inspiring people in their lives to mentor them, to provide them with the attention and support they need once school hours are over. They need mentors who understand what they are enduring and will show them there's more to the world than the neighborhood they were born in. THEY NEED YOU! Why Mentor? Assist youth in making positive choices Explore careers and higher education Help improve youth's grades Assist youth's in setting goals for the future See new things and places, and have fun! Be a positive role model and friend Mentoring boys and girls is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community COMMUNICATION What can you do? Mentors connect with a deserving child to help them see their potential. Focus Mentor is a role model and friend. Mentors take part in a community to raise the children where we each have a role. How does it work? Mentors spend minimum of 2 hours per week with youth Focus on schoolwork Go to movies Sporting events or museums Simply talk and be a trusted friend Without YOU, a youth will have less of a chance to succeed.

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Berkeley Volunteers: Kids w/ chronic illnesses in want to learn hobbies from you!!

  with CoachArt
  2556 Haste StreetBerkeley, CA 94704
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  CoachArt matches kids impacted by chronic illness with volunteers who work with them 1-on-1 to teach them an art or athletic activity. We have students that want to learn Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Arts and Crafts, Basketball, Yoga, Fitness, Cooking, Baking, and Science! Lessons are 1 hour, meet once per week, for four weeks. You can meet over zoom, or in-person based on your preference!

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Helping Elders is Awesome!

  with ElderHelpers.org
  Daly City, CA 94016
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Have some time and compassion to spare? Join ElderHelpers.org We put you in touch with elders in need of care who don't require special skills, just good-hearted people. Help Elders with activities that you enjoy on a schedule that works best for you! What to Expect? By sharing a little about yourself on our website, you're saying that you're ready, willing, and standing by. Your profile will be searchable on our site, and you will be contacted by a family as needs arise in your community! Get started by applying today at ElderHelpers.org

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• HELP A FOSTER YOUTH BECOME SUCCESSFUL

  with Be A Mentor, Inc.
  Hayward, CA 94541
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Foster Care Facts Nearly one hundred times a day, a child in California is placed in foster care Too often, however, the children in foster lag behind national standards in relation to the minimal care and protection we strive to achieve for children. As a result, youth in foster care often transition into adulthood without the tools and support they need to thrive. in California, there are over 60,000 children in the foster care system. Many children in California’s foster care system experience frequent placement changes. Children who are in foster care for 24 months MENTORS that are kind, caring, non-judgmental and open to learn can change the trajectory of a kid in foster care. Please reach out to sbrooke@beamentor.org for any questions. Be A Mentor, Inc. has been positively interacting with youth since its founding in 1992 and continues to connect youth with dedicated volunteer adults throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide a direct mentoring service to youth (such as those in foster care; with incarcerated parents; susceptible to gang participation, drug/alcohol abuse or teen parenting; homeless/in transition or academically struggling).

  Date Posted: December 19, 2024

• Data entry for tech-driven nonprofit

  with One Degree
  65 9th St, 2nd FloorSan FranciscoSan Francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Unpaid volunteer, 5-15 hours per week, 3 month commitment, remote, flexible hours At One Degree, we believe finding emergency food, shelter, or health services when you or your family is in need should be as easy and straightforward as ordering a book on Amazon. We create modern tech-driven solutions that help families find, access, and manage nonprofit and social services efficiently and with dignity. We are looking for Volunteers to join our team to increase access to life-affirming resources in the Bay Area, Los Angeles and Gainesville, FL. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about empowering low-income communities. Our program would be perfect for those who would like an opportunity that is: Completely remote and online Flexible hours Tech-forward (we use Slack, Google sheets etc.) Detail oriented and research heavy Has a far-reaching impact -- improving the lives of thousands Here’s what one of our volunteers has to say about volunteering with One Degree: I like connecting people to information and other people and volunteering with One Degree allows me to provide that service! I’m inspired by all the hours fellow volunteers put in and like having the opportunity to work as a team in updating resources. I’ve really enjoyed learning about the opportunities listed in One Degree, especially arts and job training programs for youth. As part of the Resource Management team, you will be updating our existing database of 22k community resources in the Bay Area and Los Angeles counties. This work is crucial to our commitment to provide up-to-date information for families and individuals that need community resources. We highly recommend you check out this article to learn more about our unique approach to maintaining an updated database before applying: https://medium.com/one-degree/robots-cant-do-everything-why-humans-maintain-one-degree-s-data-2678ff78d609 As a Community Resource Volunteer you will: Conduct online research to verify and update existing resources on One Degree such as navigating nonprofit and government agencie’s websites. Use One Degree’s Resource Editing Tool to make edits directly to existing resources in our database. Compile data into a user-friendly excel spreadsheet. Use Slack to communicate with the Volunteer team and stay informed on Volunteer program updates. Attend a monthly virtual meeting to discuss volunteer work, hear One Degree updates, and any special announcements. Time Commitment: 5-15 hours a week (or updating a minimum of 20 resources per week), for 3-6 months. Qualifications: Basic knowledge of computer and data entry. Have access to a computer. Written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently. Good computer and typing skills. Strong proofreading skills. Training: An introduction & orientation call will be set up with a member of our team. Detailed instructions, training videos, one-on-one virtual support (Slack, email, conference calls) and thoughtful feedback will be given along the way. If you’d like to join our volunteer team please.... Complete this 5 minute application! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVexZfEsdfIlFL1M-vxtJ7V04GVqmcgYdd4C92Lmn0aOpGTA/viewform We accept new volunteers on a rolling basis. We expect new volunteers to start working within 2-4 weeks of applying. If you will not be able to volunteer with us within 3 weeks of applying, please wait to apply when you are ready to start volunteering. Please complete the application, and look for an email from us about getting set up. Thank you for considering One Degree!

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• Tech help for older adults

  with San Francisco Village
  3220 FULTON STSAN FRANCISCO, CA 94118
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are a community based non-profit helping older San Franciscans to age in place with dignity. Assisting our members with their technology needs is a great way to make a difference. During the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteers have been assisting members over the phone helping them to connect with Zoom, placing grocery orders online and talking them through tech issues virtually.

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• FOOD: One Treasure Island

  with HandsOn Bay Area
  San FrancsicoSan Francisco, CA 94103
  Tue, December 17, 2024 - Sun, March 16, 2025

  Project Overview Be part of a movement that helps create a space for everyone. Every Tuesday, One Treasure Island hosts a food pantry to distribute staple food items to residents. Volunteers will support by setting up, unloading food from pallets, packing individual bags, breaking down boxes, organizing the pantry/food items, directing clients, monitoring bag pickup, and cleaning up. About One Treasure Island Since 1994, One Treasure Island’s mission has been to create a vibrant, inclusive community. The pantry is one of their many programs that ensure every person who lives on Treasure Island can enjoy a high quality of life and feel included in their neighborhood. Project Requirements & Important Notes Volunteers must wear a mask at all times Volunteers may be stationed outdoors, so please dress appropriately with layers for cold weather Please do your part in keeping our community healthy. If you are immuno-compromised, at increased risk for severe illness, or feeling sick at all, please decline your registration to the event and register for a project at a less risky time. For additional resources and guidance on how to keep yourself healthy, visit the CDC website.

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• General San Francisco Village Volunteer

  with San Francisco Village
  3220 Fulton St.San Francisco, CA 94118
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Position: General Volunteer Reports to: Member and Volunteer Coordinator Location: Varies; special event, office, member's homes, virtually by phone or online. Description: San Francisco Village is an inter-generational community that dignifies aging. We connect our members to the resources and meaningful relationships they need to thrive in the city they love. Many of them have lived in San Francisco more than 50 years and have stories to tell!! San Francisco Village Volunteers provide companionship, assist with errands and work one-on-one with members to help them stay independent and in charge of their lives. Volunteers may be asked to help with organizing papers or collections, weed the garden, update a computer or accompany a member to the grocery store. Many successful volunteer matches include technology support, like teaching an older person how to use a smart phone; coffee and conversation; and simple chores that they simply can’t achieve on their own any more. During COVID-19: SFV volunteers continue to engage with our members and we have shifted to opportunities that allow volunteers to assist with technology by phone and connect with members by phone as friendly callers. One of the greatest needs we presently have is for volunteers to go grocery shopping for members. Social distancing guidelines provided as part of training. Qualifications: San Francisco Village requires volunteers to complete a two-hour training and they must pass a background check. During COVID-19 pandemic, volunteer training takes place online via Zoom. Responsibilities and Duties: Varied; grocery shopping, driving to doctor's appointments, companionship, event help. Note: This is an ongoing opportunity so we will be recruiting volunteers on a continual basis

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• Volunteer Driver

  with San Francisco Village
  3220 Fulton StreetSan Francisco, CA 94118
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Village volunteer drivers avail themselves to help our members get to and from hospital appointments, run errands, fun and social activities and more. The position is flexible in that you can volunteer at anytime you have availability when there is a request. We simply ask that your name go into a pool of drivers and we will either email or call you when a request is made. At that time, you can simply respond if you are available to help one of our senior members. Please note that to transport SF Village members, you must maintain a valid CA driver's license, insurance and sign and agree to the Volunteer Driver Policy. The San Francisco Village does keep insurance for volunteer driver's in conjunction with the driver's own insurance. Volunteers may deduct non-reimbursed, out-of-pocket expenses directly related to their volunteer services as a driver, if they itemize deductions. If interested, please contact the SF Village at 415-387-1375 or by email at info@sfvillage.org.

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• CANTONESE SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO VISIT NURSING HOME RESIDENTS

  with Felton Institute
  6221 Geary BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94121
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Advocate for those who need it most: Volunteer as a Long-Term Care Ombudsman! Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Consider becoming a volunteer for the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program! We are currently seeking Cantonese-speaking volunteers to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping reduce isolation and are committed to making a difference in the lives of residents in long-term care facilities. No prior experience is necessary - we provide all the training you need to be successful. What is the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program? The San Francisco Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a government-funded program that relies on dedicated and compassionate volunteers to help protect and advocate for the rights and well-being of vulnerable residents in long-term care facilities. It is the only long-term care advocacy program in San Francisco! What do Volunteers do? As a Cantonese-speaking volunteer, you will play an important role in serving the needs of Cantonese-speaking residents who may be facing language barriers. Your assistance will be crucial in helping these residents understand their rights and ensuring that their needs are met. Volunteers visit facilities regularly and are trained to identify and address concerns and complaints raised by residents or their families and work with facility staff and administrators to find solutions. Volunteers complete a free comprehensive training program, which includes topics such as resident rights, elder abuse prevention, communication skills, and advocacy strategies. Volunteers may also advocate for policy and legislative changes to improve the quality of care and protection of long-term care residents. Volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of five hours per week for at least one year and are assigned to a specific facility or group of facilities. To learn more about becoming a volunteer for the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program and to apply, please contact us today: Contact: (415)751-9788 or ombudsman@felton.org Thank you for considering this important opportunity to serve your community!

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• Charity Urban Farm Volunteering #911

  with AGLANTIS
  5500 Imhoff DriveMartinez, CA 94553
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are a charity farm growing fresh produce for those in need. Come learn regenerative agriculture practices, No skills needed. Please bring gloves and a trowel. Read more about us here: www.AgLantis.org Please email us for a Volunteer Release Form. at SustainableFarm@comcast.net Sign up for shifts here. https://www.meetup.com/CoCo-Urban-Farm-Meetup-Group/ We work mornings when it is cool. Please call to schedule. 925-788-7374 Please TEXT first.

  Date Posted: December 17, 2024

• PHIG, a California Wildlife Habitats Garden

  with Pleasant Hill Instructional Garden
  1 Santa Barbara RoadPleasant Hill Education Centercorner of Hawthorne & Monticello Ave.Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  What to do with yourself?... that makes you feel better and also helps to keep the garden maintained! Join volunteers and know you are helping PHIG and your community! Our vision is building PHIG into a community recognized resource with a sustainable demonstration garden, practicing water conservation, ecological sound principles, and training others in transforming their own neighborhoods and communities. What was a community eyesore is being transformed into a natural and beautiful wildlife habitat that attracts birds, insects, bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, that is registered with the National Wildlife Federation, and is a waystation for migrating monarch butterflies as well as migratory birds. PHIG provides a living laboratory for all students, of all ages, including students at the Pleasant Hill Education Center and Contra Costa County Master Gardeners. To attract birds, butterflies, and insects with a year-around wildlife habitat. PHIG uses no pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers that degrade our air, soil, and water quality. PHIG is also simply a place to sit, relax and enjoy nature.

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Visit with Older Adults in LITA's One-to-One volunteer Program

  with LITA (Love Is The Answer)
  4340 Redwood Hwy, Suite F 103San Rafael, CA 94903
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Read to the visually impaired, walk with someone, sit in the sunshine, attend facilities events together, play a game with another, do some trivia or word games. Help LITA take the lonely out of aging by visiting with one or more older adults who reside in a care or retirement facility in your community. Based on your interests, hobbies, location and schedule, LITA works to match you with a resident friend in a retirement or long-term care facility. A minimum six month commitment of weekly or biweekly visits at 30-60 minutes is required to be a LITA friend. Join us to help put smiles on faces by being a friend!

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Connect with Residents in Facilities with your Furry Family Member!

  with LITA (Love Is The Answer)
  San Rafael, CA 94903
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Some of our older adult friends in care communities miss the companionship and comfort of a dog or cat. Can you share your well-behaved pet with them? Visits are on a regular basis, preferably weekly with a minimum six month commitment. They also can be scheduled to fit your busy schedule. Contact LITA (Love is the Answer) for requirements and details. 415-472-5482 tmendoza@litamarin.org

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Linda Mar Habitat Restoration: Remove Invasive Weeds on the Coast | Community Service Opportunity

  with Pacific Beach Coalition
  Corner of Crespi Drive and Highway 1Pacifica, CA 94044
  Sat, January 18, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Restoring this landscape involves removing non-native invasive plants and weeds (i.e., mustard, thistle, fennel and ox tongue) followed-up by planting locally sourced coastal native plants (i.e., yarrow, bee plant, coast buckwheat, seaside daisy and others) to maintain, increase and sustain biodiversity, and to stabilize hillside slopes. Three endangered species are found near this area: the San Francisco garter snake, the San Bruno elfin butterfly, and the California red-legged frog, and they need a native habitat to survive. Habitat restoration is critical for preserving habitat for these endangered species. For more details, visit our website: https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/next-habitat-restoration-sunday/ To sign up fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff7VKlM_7SWToY-ItGSn_KnH1shnmAR0Wva8SObw_v9MOURg/viewform?c=0&w=1 Site Captain: Michael Ayala, Freidel Cohen and Jeremy Where to Meet: On the west side of Highway 1 at Crespi Drive stoplight on the morning of the event. You many also join in on the event after 10am by crossing Highway 1 at the stoplight, and heading north on the coastal trail bike path to join the team. Driving Directions: Meeting spot is the surfers' beach parking lot at Rockaway Beach, Pacifica. From the intersection of Highway 1 and Fassler / Rockaway Beach Avenue traffic light in Pacifica, turn toward ocean onto Rockaway Beach Avenue. A very short distance, take the first left, Turning LEFT on to Old County Road. Continue on Old County Road past the Holiday Inn Express and into surfers' parking lot. Parking: Free public parking. Supplies: BYO tools: bring your own reusable gardening gloves, pruning shears, hand trowel and shovel. We will keep the numbers of volunteers very limited so please sign up in advance and we will send you a confirmation email COVID-19 REGULATIONS: Please Wear your mask and respect social distancing to keep everyone and our Habitat Restoration site captains, safe and healthy. More details about this location: https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/take-action/linda-mar-habitat-restoration/

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Youth Musician Volunteers

  with LITA (Love Is The Answer)
  San Rafael, CA 94903
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  LITA's Bridging Thru Music volunteer program provides opportunities for young, amateur musicians to play music in Marin County care facilities and retirement communities. These opportunities provide intergenerational social connection with residents who delight in receiving visits from young people coming to their community. This helps them feel connected with the world outside their facility and helps lesson isolation and loneliness. Scheduled, coordinated and guided by LITA staff. Contact LITA's Bridging Thru Music Coordinator, Rob Thomure at rthomure@litamarin.org or #415-672-9553

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Weekend Garden Work Party for Community Service

  with Pleasant Hill Instructional Garden
  1 Santa Barbara RoadPleasant Hill Education CenterPleasant Hill, CA 94523
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Join fellow gardeners working in the garden, ongoing, usually on Sunday mornings. This water conservation garden demonstrates native plants and uses no herbicides and pesticides to provide wildlife habitat. We always can use an extra pair of hands to help with pruning, chipping, weeding, composting, mulching, raking, and other garden maintenance. We also need someone who can stop by the garden during the week to observe and record both wildlife activity and human activity, taking photographs and keep a log for us, which we’ll use for our web site, blog and Facebook. During the Shelter in Place being in a garden, being outdoors, and especially in a wildlife habitat helps to relieve stress and boredom. At the same time, know you are helping PHIG and your community! We practice social distancing and ask you to stay at home if you are not feeling well. Please bring your own face mask, water, gloves, and if you prefer, hand sanitizer. We do have soap and water on hand.

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Volunteers Needed to Clean Up SF | Get Community Service Hours!

  with Pacific Beach Coalition
  Multiple LocationsSan Francisco, CA 94112
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Our goal is to get as many Earth Heroes as possible to cleanup a location of their liking and inspiring others, while staying safe and respecting County and State orders. What are the "Street to Beach" cleanups? Simply put, it is a cleanup by yourself or with family and/or housemates following your county's orders for COVID-19. It can be around your neighborhood, at the beach, in a needy area, or anywhere actually. You could even "adopt" a specific location in need and care for it on a regular basis. https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/street-beach-cleanups/ Please Note: If you do a cleanup, you are doing it on your own accord and personally accepting any and all risks. Why should we do this? Neighborhood and street cleanups are fun and rewarding outdoor activities for you, your family and friends. Picking up litter from the streets keeps it from flowing into the ocean via our storm drains. We are now finding lots of litter, plastic bags, wrappers, disposable gloves, masks and food containers on our beaches and throughout the neighborhoods. Every single piece collected counts to saving our wildlife and habitats! How can we help? It is very easy! Make sure you have all your supplies ready, and go out! Don’t forget to let us know how much trash you collected so that we can add it to our total. Follow these 4 steps to have a safe and fun cleanup: 1. Go on our website to sign the online waiver 2. Grab your supplies (bucket, gloves, pick up sticks) 3. Download the Clean Swell app to record the trash you got (or more ways to log the trash on our website) 4. Go outside near your home Instructions to get community volunteer hours verified here: https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/student-volunteer-hours/ Thank you for caring! Pacific Beach Coalition

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Want to help people in your community? We need you this Saturday!

  with Excelsior Community Food Pantry
  San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living302 Silver AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94112
  Sat, December 21, 2024 - Sat, March 15, 2025

  The Excelsior Community Food Pantry (ECFP) distributes free groceries to families in need every Saturday from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Please come join us! If you have a group of ~7 or more people, please email us at foodpantry@missionbaycc.org to arrange a date. If you're coming alone or with a smaller group, please feel free to just show up. We are located in the parking lot at San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living (SFCJL) / Jewish Home & Rehab Center (Silver and Mission). If you drive, please park on the street as SFCJL does not have enough room in their parking lots to accommodate our volunteers. We operate completely outdoors, rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. Please note that SFCJL is home to many older and/or medically fragile individuals so, for the time being, we are required to mask if we need to go indoors to use the restroom. All are welcome, so invite your family and friends. For students requiring a record of community service, please be sure to bring a paper form and have it signed by the day's Captain each and every time you volunteer. Children of all ages (supervised by their accompanying adults) are welcome too! Thank you for your support! Please feel free to email us at foodpantry@missionbaycc.org with any questions. You can also check out our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ECFoodPantry/

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Help Distribute Food Distribution in Oakland (Merritt Crossing)

  with Satellite Affordable Housing Associates
  609 OAK STREETOakland, CA 94607
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  SAHA is currently seeking a Food Distribution Volunteer to assist with our on-site food distribution program. The Food Distribution Volunteer works closely with SAHA’s staff and other volunteers to help sort donations from and organize produce for resident to choose from. Distribution happens at Merritt Crossing located in Oakland, every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9am-11am. Volunteer can sign up for an individual or multiple shifts. Primary Duties: Help unload donated food from truck to the site's community room Organize food for residents to select their produce Disinfect work station before and after each shift Light janitorial tasks to help put back the community room at the end of each shift as needed Abilities and Attributes: Commitment to following food safety guidelines. Reliability, punctuality, accountability. Ability to work as part of a team. Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Take Action Against Plastics: Montara Beach Cleanup, HMB | Help Keep Our Beaches Clean!

  with Pacific Beach Coalition
  Montara State Park Beach Parking LotMeet at the parking lot near La CostaneraMontara, CA 94037
  Sat, January 11, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

  Montara State Beach is a wide, mile-long beach just north of Montara along the San Mateo County Coast. Behind the beach are stunning sculpted sandstone cliffs making this a very photogenic spot. For more details, visit our website: https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/next-beach-cleanup-montara/ To sign up fill out this form: https://forms.gle/qSdSUxcbJbnHk2PH8 About the Cleanup: Time: 9am - 11am Where to Meet: We will meet in the North parking lot at Montara State Beach the one North of La Costanera. Parking: There is free beach parking in the North lot to the North of La Costanera. Cleanup Areas: We will clean the beach parking lot and both sides of the road from the parking lot to La Costanera restaurant. Time/volunteers permitting we will clean both La Costanera parking lots and the bluffs. Supplies: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own buckets and reusable gloves. Extra gloves, buckets, and specific tools for this site cleanup will be provided while supplies last. The weather is changeable: make sure to bring extra layers, a hat, sunblock, water, and snacks. COVID-19: Please wear your mask and social distance to keep everyone safe and healthy. Rain may cancel cleanup. If you’ve registered in advance with the Google Form, you’ll receive a cancellation notice. If you have not registered, check our website's calendar for the latest information. More details about this location: https://www.pacificbeachcoalition.org/take-action/monthly-adopt-a-beach-cleanups/montara-state-beach-cleanup/

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Volunteer Usher

  with Presidio Theatre
  99 Moraga AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94129
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The Presidio Theatre is looking for volunteer ushers! Responsibilities include scanning tickets, assisting patrons to their seats, coat check and directing patrons to concessions and restrooms. The theatre presents a wide range of performing arts including music, dance, theatre, and film. Once a movie theatre for members of the US Army and their families, the historic Presidio Theatre was reborn in 2019 as a state of the art venue for dance, theatre, music, cinema, and performing arts of all kinds. The mission of the Presidio Theatre is to ensure that the magic of live performance is accessible to the entire community. By reawakening an architectural jewel in the Presidio and creating a professionally run venue that reflects the rich diversity of the Bay Area, the Presidio Theatre encourages artists to grow and flourish. Full vaccination for COVID-19 and compliance with organization masking mandates will be required for Volunteer Ushers.

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• Health Hubs - San Rafael

  with Marin Community Clinics
  3110 Kerner BoulevardSan Rafael, CA 94901
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Marin Community Clinics Health Hubs Building Connections through healthy food choices Marin Community Clinics is seeking volunteers at our Health Hub food pantries. Most of our patients are low income families with socioeconomic and social stress. It is our priority to provide a safe, friendly, and culturally sensitive environment. Health Hubs is an outdoor, community based, multicultural, and multilingual program that connects and engages more than 1000 people every week. Health Hubs provides access to healthy food and community resources that support the health and well-being of the community, regardless of race, age, income or place of residence. The Health Hub Volunteer shift starts: Wednesday at Marin Community Clinic (3110 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael): 11:30am - 3:30pm Thursdays at Marin Community Clinic (6100 Redwood Blvd, Novato): 11:30am - 3:30pm Please note: Health Hub takes place outdoors, most often on the sidewalk or in a parking lot. Volunteer service will include, but is not limited to, unloading and sorting food supplies, packaging and organizing food bags, distributing and recording food to the community, monitoring pedestrian and vehicle traffic, as well as site set up and clean up. What to bring: Mask/facial covering (one-way valve masks are not acceptable) Wear closed toe shoes We will be outside, wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Be aware there will not be a place to store personal belongings, please do not bring valuables Please bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Volunteers must wear gloves at all times (provided by the Health Hub program at MCC) We ask that any volunteer who does not feel well refrain from attending their volunteer shift Volunteers should be able to lift 30 to 40 pounds Length Health Hubs of food distribution is dependent on attendance - We currently provide food assistance to more than 1,000 people every week, but we do not know how many participants will arrive weekly or if they will all arrive early/late. We need your support for this essential program! Connect Online Website http://www.marinclinic.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/marinclinics

  Date Posted: December 16, 2024

• (East Bay) Transportation to pick up computers

  with RRRcomputer.org
  2323 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  With the appropriate Covid-19 protocols in place, we are looking for help with transporting the donated computers if you have a van. It would be great if you have some type of business that involves transporting so it would be volunteering to do extra pickup for donated computers. Thanks. RRRcomputer.org's mission is to reclaim computers from recycling to reuse for education for low income K-6 kids. We reduce computer waste by refurbishing the computers to put back into circulation for the kids to use for internet search for research, and doing their homework assignment at home. The computers that are going to recycling is still useful for their needs. We do our part in saving the planet and improve the education of children.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Help a Neighbor in the San Leandro, CA area with a Homemade Meal

  with Lasagna Love
  San Leandro, CA 94577
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Lasagna Love is a national movement with thousands of people cooking and delivering meals to families in their communities. What we do is simple: we feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Our mission is not only to help address the incredible rise in food insecurity among families but also to provide a simple act of love and kindness during this time full of uncertainty and stress. Lasagna Love matches neighbors who can provide a meal with a neighbor who needs a little help. You can decide how often you participate - once a month, multiple lasagnas weekly, or somewhere in between. You decide how far you can drive to deliver a meal, and if you can accommodate special diets like vegetarian or gluten free. The Lasagna Love Team does the best to match you with a neighbor in need. We also provide online trainings to help you get started and drop off meals contact free, recipes if you are looking for inspiration, and any other support you need. If you are looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity, or a way for your family to volunteer together to make a meal for a neighbor in need, this is a great opportunity to spread some kindness.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Help a Neighbor in the San Lorenzo, CA area with a Homemade Meal

  with Lasagna Love
  San Lorenzo, CA 94580
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Lasagna Love is a national movement with thousands of people cooking and delivering meals to families in their communities. What we do is simple: we feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Our mission is not only to help address the incredible rise in food insecurity among families but also to provide a simple act of love and kindness during this time full of uncertainty and stress. Lasagna Love matches neighbors who can provide a meal with a neighbor who needs a little help. You can decide how often you participate - once a month, multiple lasagnas weekly, or somewhere in between. You decide how far you can drive to deliver a meal, and if you can accommodate special diets like vegetarian or gluten free. The Lasagna Love Team does the best to match you with a neighbor in need. We also provide online trainings to help you get started and drop off meals contact free, recipes if you are looking for inspiration, and any other support you need. If you are looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity, or a way for your family to volunteer together to make a meal for a neighbor in need, this is a great opportunity to spread some kindness.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Help a Neighbor in the Piedmont/Oakland, CA area with a Homemade Meal

  with Lasagna Love
  Oakland, CA 94610
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Lasagna Love is a national movement with thousands of people cooking and delivering meals to families in their communities. What we do is simple: we feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Our mission is not only to help address the incredible rise in food insecurity among families but also to provide a simple act of love and kindness during this time full of uncertainty and stress. Lasagna Love matches neighbors who can provide a meal with a neighbor who needs a little help. You can decide how often you participate - once a month, multiple lasagnas weekly, or somewhere in between. You decide how far you can drive to deliver a meal, and if you can accommodate special diets like vegetarian or gluten free. The Lasagna Love Team does the best to match you with a neighbor in need. We also provide online trainings to help you get started and drop off meals contact free, recipes if you are looking for inspiration, and any other support you need. If you are looking for a flexible volunteer opportunity, or a way for your family to volunteer together to make a meal for a neighbor in need, this is a great opportunity to spread some kindness.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Traveling iPhone, Android, iPad Repair Technician

  with RRRcomputer.org
  2323 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  With strict compliance with the CDC guidelines in preventing the spread of the Coronavirus, we are seeking IT technicians to make house visits to repair iPhones, Androids, and iPads with little to no contact with the clients. Qualifications: -ability to repair phones (cracked screens, simple troubleshooting, etc.) -possess own tools -able to respond to calls within 30 minutes -18 yrs + -excellent customer service -gig worker mindset RRRcomputer.org's mission is to promote digital inclusion by repurposing digital devices for the next generation. We give them to low income K-12 children for their education. We reduce computer waste by refurbishing the computers to put back into circulation for the kids to use for internet search for research, online classes, and doing their homework assignments at home. The computers that are going to recycling are still useful for their needs. We do our part in saving the planet while improving the education of children.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Bookkeeping / Accounting

  with Recovery Survival Network
  3012-16th St #201San Francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  This volunteer can become a paid employment opportunity after training is complete. We need help with Quickbooks and a variety of accounting chores. We are open daily from 9AM -5PM and we are located in the heart of the Mission District near the corner of 16th & Mission for the past 22 years. Very convenient for public transportation. We are across the street from Bart and Muni. Please feel free to visit our website at www.rsn2000.org. Our phone number is 415-552-1111 ask for Lou. Thank You

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Volunteer Administrative HR Technition

  with Recovery Survival Network
  3012-16th St #2012 Mission District SRO Hotels within 2 blocks1 South of Market SRO Hotel in South Park areaSan Francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Administrative Human Resources Volunteer - Role Description the Organization, Recovery Survival Network RSN is a 501 (c)(3) charity that works to change people’s lives for the better. If we find the right applicant this volunteer position could lead to a paid position. We help the most vulnerable and isolated people in our communities to access housing and related support services. We work with individuals, organizations and government to prevent the breakdown of our communities and reduce poverty. We are a forward thinking and innovative charity, passionate about helping people and communities. RSN works to change people’s lives for the better. By helping the most vulnerable and isolated people in our communities to access housing and related support services, we help change lives. The Services the Human Resource team focuses on recruitment of, management of, and providing direction for the people who work in the organization. This encompasses: recruitment and retention, learning and development, employee relations, equality and diversity and health and safety. The HR team at RSN enable employees to contribute effectively and productively to the overall company direction and the accomplishment of RSN’s goals and objectives. The Role Are you an efficient, proactive and committed individual looking to get in to Human Resources? Would you like to be part of a fast-paced HR team within a well-respected and innovative charity? If you are an excellent communicator, have good administration skills and you pride yourself on your attention to detail, we want you! Here are just a few ways that you can support our innovative team: Collect and collate data relating to every round of recruitment. Assist the HR Assistant in coordinating start-up arrangements and necessary documentation for new employees. Maintain up-to-date records (manual and computerized) relating to all areas of HR activity, including sick absence, annual leave, individual staff files and records and training. Support the administration of training activities, including booking trainers, rooms, refreshments, taking bookings and cancellations, issuing certificates and updating training records as required. Ad hoc administration duties such as photocopying and filing for the HR Team. What we need from you A commitment to our values, aims and objectives Flexibility Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience of using IT programs and equipment such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook To be committed to attending relevant training sessions Two references Induction/Training: A full induction and specific, relevant training will be provided to prepare all volunteers for their role.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Human Resource Manager/Volunteer Coordinator/Interviewer

  with RRRcomputer.org
  1885 Mission StreetSan Francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Seeking a highly organized human resource manager to screen, interview, and coordinate volunteer applicants.

  Date Posted: December 15, 2024

• Office Assistant

  with CONTRA COSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
  724 Escobar StreetMartinez, CA 94553
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Office Assistant Needed Have telephone and office skills? We need computer-savvy individuals to assist Executive Director with telephones, correspondence, filing, Excel spreadsheets, e-mail, and other general office administration. There is terrific opportunity to gain skills and learn about Contra Costa history! If interested, you will be trained to give tours and do research, as well. We kindly request a monthly commitment of regularly scheduled three-hour shifts, or a set schedule during a specific time period with start/end dates. The History Center is open: Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm 1st & 3rd Saturday 10am - 2pm We look forward to hearing from you!

  Date Posted: December 13, 2024

• Serve your community from your home with The Birthday Giving Program - San Francisco, CA

  with BIRTHDAY GIVING PROGRAM
  The San Francisco Metro AreaSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Opening a birthday giving chapter is easy, fun, and a great way to give back to the community! Here's how it works: 1. We schedule a video call with you to explain how the process works. 2. Our first choice is to find a Salvation Army location (or another organization that is willing to pick up the birthday bags from your house) that is geographically close to where you live. 3. We contact the Salvation Army (or another organization that is willing to pick up the birthday bags from your house) and explain The Birthday Giving Program's mission. This organization should be able to pick up the birthday bags from your house. 4. You order the birthday bag supplies off of Amazon or another online store and have the gifts shipped to your house. Each birthday bag costs between $5 and $10, depending on how many gifts you decide to put in the bag. Your goal is to provide 10 birthday bags to the organization each month. Each birthday bag includes the same gift items, which will go to kids of a specific age group! 5. Once you have packed the birthday bags, you contact the organization and they pick up the birthday bags from your house! If you are interested in serving the senior citizen or veterans division let us know and we can find an organization to connect you with!

  Date Posted: December 13, 2024

• Greeter / Front Desk Help

  with CONTRA COSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
  724 Escobar StreetMartinez, CA 94553
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are always looking for a friendly, engaging person to greet the visitors at the History Center! The Greeter/Front Desk volunteer position greets and registers our guests, answers phones, and describes the function of the History Center. Additionally, this position may assist the Director, as needed. It is helpful to have previous office experience for this position although it is not required. There is terrific opportunity to gain skills and learn about County history! We kindly request a monthly commitment of regularly scheduled three-hour shifts, or a set schedule during a specific time period with start/end dates. The History Center is open: Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm 1st & 3rd Saturday 10am - 2pm We look forward to hearing from you!

  Date Posted: December 13, 2024

• Prepare and serve lunchtime meals to St. Anthony's guests!

  with St. Anthony Foundation
  121 Golden Gate AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to prepare and serve free lunchtime meals for our guests! Volunteers are essential to the success of our daily meal service. On average our volunteers serve 1200 hot lunches daily, and will assist with food preparation, serving, and/or bussing roles. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Volunteers are given a 20 minute break to enjoy the meal they are helping serve. *Please note that we require all volunteers coming on-site to be fully vaccinated and show proof of vaccination at their first shift. Masks are required inside the Dining Room at all times for staff and volunteers. Signing u p to volunteer is easy, just sign-up on our Volunteer Shifts Calendar https://www.stanthonysf.org/shifts/ or email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. Days: Monday - Sunday, 365 days/year. Time: 9:30 am - 1:45 pm

  Date Posted: December 12, 2024

• Bay Area SCORES: NonProfit Needs Volunteers! Photo/Videographers, Game Days, Events!

  with America SCORES Bay Area
  San Francisco, CA 94117
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  America SCORES Bay Area is a nonprofit out-of-school-time program focused on historically excluded and low-income youth that offers a "magic mix" of soccer, poetry, and community service activities in a youth development model that promotes our core values of Leadership, Teamwork, Good Sportsmanship, and Commitment. SCORES empowers its "poet-athletes" to lead healthy lifestyles, be engaged and collaborative students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world. We wholeheartedly believe all kids should experience joy and a sense of belonging and be well-prepared to command their future. We believe in a Bay Area rich with meaningful opportunities for all children: teams and turf to play on, outlets for creative and physical expression, and pathways to develop their voices. We appreciate your time and energy in bettering the lives of our youth and community! We are looking for many different types of volunteers. Volunteering shifts can be made to work with your schedule! Volunteering is FUN! Skilled video photographers and editors - We need help capturing content for impact storytelling. You should have your own equipment - video and audio. Will collaborate with staff to complete projects. Staff will coordinate schedules and perform scripting and interviewing. With your help, we will cover community events, profile remarkable individuals, and produce longer-form storytelling. Game Day volunteers - This can include setup, breakdown, book zone, snacks, referees, etc. Game days are either Friday afternoons at SF Civic Center OR Saturdays at Crocker Amazon-SF; Oakland, San Rafael (Saturday times are usually morning to lunchtime - TBD). Poetry Slams - We need volunteers, including judges, for our regional spring poetry events. Soccer Coaches - We need head and assistant coaches for our Independent Football Club. Practice days vary. Games are usually on the weekends. Event volunteers - We have fundraising events like our Corporate Cup Charity Soccer Tournament on Sat., June 1, 2024, at Beach Chalet Soccer Fields; Annual Poetry Event - Rising Voices (October); Friendship Cup Soccer Tournament (December), plus. We need help with setup, breakdown, registration, and information plus. Have a skill you want to share? We need assistance in all areas, including marketing, social media, communications, Salesforce, etc.

  Date Posted: December 12, 2024

• Distribute free and fresh produce at St. Anthony's Farmer's Market on Thursday Afternoon

  with St. Anthony Foundation
  121 Golden Gate AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Every Thursday afternoon, the St. Anthony's Dining Room becomes a mini farmers market where seniors living in SF's Tenderloin district receive healthy, fresh, and free groceries for the week! In collaboration with the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank, the Farmer's Market gives vital nutritional security to low-income senior citizens. Volunteers assist with set-up, check-in, grocery distribution, and clean-up. To sign up now, visit www.stanthonysf.org/volunteer/sign-up-now/ or email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org

  Date Posted: December 12, 2024

• Tutor at St. Anthony's Tech Lab on Wednesdays from 9-12PM

  with St. Anthony Foundation
  150 Golden Gate AvenueSan FranciscoSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  DEPARTMENT: TENDERLOIN TECH LAB Our mission is to provide residents of the Tenderloin with important technology and vocational skills that increase opportunities for employment, access to essential community resources, and connections with family and friends. INDIVIDUAL TUTOR: Volunteers will work 1 on 1 with guests to answer technical related questions and help overcome computer-related anxiety. You must be open to answering questions dealing with the task the guest is trying to master. This will range from problems they encounter navigating the computer to writing a resume. This volunteer must be sociable in order to meet the needs of the client(s) with the understanding that this is a free service offered to the residents of the Tenderloin. The guests value relationship building with the tutors. DUTIES & TASKS: Provides instruction and assistance to guests in the use and understanding of technological devices. Attend appointments with guests during service hours. Provides assistance to guests in accessing and utilization of computer resources, e.g., learning modules, Internet research. Performs duties such as proof-reading resumes, troubleshooting questions about smartphones/laptops, and other basic computer questions. Cooperation with staff, guests, and volunteers. Protect confidentiality of the personal information shared as part of tutoring, the privacy of our guests/students, and not share such information with other parties. Periodic check-ins/ debriefs via phone, email, or in person with Program Coordinator if ever necessary. We will be providing educational materials for volunteers to read so they can learn about social justice issues. (Digital literacy, homelessness, and those living in the low-income bracket) PREFERRED SKILLS Minimum age 16. Can translate/ speak any of these languages: Spanish, Cantonese/ Mandarin, Russian, Arabic, Vietnamese, and Tagalog. Emotional intelligence and awareness. Appropriate technical and computer knowledge (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint strongly preferred). Experience or ability in working with diverse and low-income populations, who may be nervous or anxious with new technology or the subject matter. Strong Social Media and blogging skills (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.). Ability to train guests in basic computer skills, including Internet and email. Ability to be polite, tactful, and firm with guests the program that serves, including the ability to maintain professional boundaries at all times. COMMITMENT: Attend a shift once a week for a minimum of 3 months. Available Shifts: Wednesday: 9AM - 12PM If you are over 16 years of age, fill out a volunteer application: https://www.stanthonysf.org/volunteer/specialized-apply-ttl/ We will contact you after we review your application. This position will require a brief interview.

  Date Posted: December 12, 2024

• Can you Drive? Do you want to help your Neighbors? #VaccinateAll58

  with Mobility Matters
  1280 Civic DriveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Are you interested in grocery shopping or taking a disabled Senior or Veteran to a medical appointment or to their Covid Vaccine? Can you spare a few hours every other week? You will be able to make your own schedule. If so, this volunteer opportunity is perfect for you! Our mission is to provide free door-through-door transportation to seniors and veterans who need escorted rides with compassionate volunteer drivers in Contra Costa County. Our goal is to give seniors and veterans the ability and dignity to age in place with transportation and referral resources. Our volunteers take people to medical appointment and we grocery shop for individuals who are disabled seniors and veterans who are living in their own homes. Mobility Matters is a nonprofit organization based in Contra Costa County. "A very rewarding and enriching experience. A positive feeling of making a difference in someone else's life." #VaccinateAll58

  Date Posted: December 11, 2024

• Volunteer Drivers for Seniors and Veterans in Contra Costa County

  with Mobility Matters
  1280 Civic DriveSuite 206Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Our mission is to provide free door-through-door transportation to seniors and veterans who need escorted rides with compassionate volunteer drivers in Contra Costa County. Our goal is to give seniors and veterans the ability and dignity to age in place with transportation and referral resources. We are significantly increasing our clients’ opportunities for healthy aging by providing our services to them, especially escorted rides to obtain the clinical care they need, as well as the basic necessities of life. As a result, our clients experience improved health status through access to preventative health care, medical, mental health, dental appointments, surgery, prescribed medications, and proper nutrition along with exercise. For more information find us at www.mobilitymatterscc.com or call us at (925)284-2215.

  Date Posted: December 11, 2024

• Rides for Seniors. Help Seniors get the Covid Vaccine

  with Mobility Matters
  1280 Civic DriveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Our mission is to provide free door-through-door transportation to seniors and veterans who need escorted rides with compassionate volunteer drivers in Contra Costa County. Our goal is to give seniors and veterans the ability and dignity to age in place with transportation and referral resources. The Rides for Seniors and Veterans programs is looking for caring, mature individuals between the ages of 25-75 who are willing to provide one-on-one transportation in their own private car to an ambulatory senior who can no longer drive. These rides are primarily for basic necessities such as medical care, dental and grocery shopping trips. Come join our team and find out what a difference you can make in another person's life. It will change their life, and it will most certainly change yours!

  Date Posted: December 11, 2024

• Pet Food Bank Delivery Volunteers Needed (especially drivers!)

  with Shanti - San Francisco
  3170 23rd streetSan Francisco, CA 94110
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  ABOUT PETS ARE WONDERFUL SUPPORT (PAWS) FOOD BANK & BECOMING A VOLUNTEER: The PAWS Pet Food Bank is the very first service provided by the PAWS program of Shanti Project and has been in operation since 1987. The Food Bank provides PAWS clients with a supplemental allotment of pet food, litter and a variety of pet supplies (e.g., toys, treats, collars, leashes, carriers/crates, etc.) every month. This basic but essential service can often mean the difference between our clients meeting their own nutritional needs and sacrificing their needs to feed their animal companions, or being able to keep their pets in their lives at all. Many of our clients are unable to come to the Pet Food Bank due to their disability. We rely on the generosity and commitment of volunteers to deliver food and supplies to all of our homebound clients. Pet Food Bank volunteers are urgently needed during this period of the pandemic to ensure our community members and their pets receive these crucial supplies. That’s where you come in! VOLUNTEER DUTIES: Deliver bags of pet food/supplies to 8-10 homebound clients in SF neighborhoods Delivery team consists of two people (a driver and a rider) - you must choose your own rider (friend/family member/partner) anyone you feel comfortable with during COVID On the day of your shift, you will pick up the delivery routes and bags from the PAWS office, and deliver items to all the clients in that route Client address and contact information will be provided in each delivery route Shifts take around 2-3 hours to complete VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age of 16 years old Must have your own vehicle, current driver’s license, and proof of insurance Able to lift up to 30 lbs Must be able to walk up and down stairs and/or use elevators Comfortable driving to any/all neighborhoods in SF COVID REQUIREMENTS: Choose your own rider (friend/family member/partner) anyone you feel comfortable with during COVID Volunteers do not enter client’s home Volunteers will social distance- 6 feet apart Volunteers will wear a mask, gloves, and sanitize frequently WHEN & WHERE: Opportunities on Fridays 2-4pm and Saturdays 11am-1pm All help is appreciated; volunteers can come once, occasionally, or regularly Starting at the PAWS office in the Mission District and going to clients’ homes in various neighborhoods in SF HOW TO APPLY: Please sign up for shifts here- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AAFAE2CAAF58-49008794-paws#/ Review the Food Bank guide here- https://www.shanti.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Shanti-Project-PAWS-Pet-Food-Bank-Volunteer-Guide.pdf If you have any questions, please contact Volunteer Services at volunteerservices@shanti.org Other ways to support the PAWS Pet Food Bank? Donate much needed items* including: dry & canned cat food (especially Fancy Feast), dry & canned dog food (especially Cesar’s), treats (especially cat treats), poop bags, clumping cat litter, leashes, toys and clothing (especially for small dogs.) *We accept food in its original packaging that has not passed its expiration or 'Best by’ date, and new or clean, gently used clothing and supplies . Thank you for considering this important opportunity to serve the San Francisco community!

  Date Posted: December 9, 2024

• Dog Walking Volunteers Needed

  with Shanti - San Francisco
  3170 23rd streetSan Francisco, CA 94110
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  ABOUT PETS ARE WONDERFUL SUPPORT (PAWS) & BECOMING A DOG WALK VOLUNTEER: Since 1987, PAWS has been helping to keep people and their companion animals together. PAWS believes that no one should have to make the difficult choice of caring for themselves or caring for their beloved pets. We provide an array of free comprehensive support services for pets of seniors and individuals living with disability or illness to help alleviate the burden and fear of not being able to keep or care for their pet . We rely on the generosity and dedication of volunteers to provide many of the support services offered in the PAWS program. We are in need of more dog walking volunteers! If you are an animal lover and want to help our community care for and stay together with their beloved pets, come join our team of amazing dog walk volunteers! VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age of 16 (or accompanied by parent who is trained PAWS volunteer) Physically able to walk assigned dog Relevant experience with dogs Must attend mandatory PAWS training before starting VOLUNTEER DUTIES: Minimum of 3 to 6 month commitment Available for regular, weekly dog walk visits to same client, rain or shine Go to clients home and walk their dog for about 45 minutes to and hour each week Communicate directly with client to plan visits Communicate with staff regarding client and/or pets COVID REQUIREMENTS Volunteers do not enter client’s home Volunteers will social distance - 6 feet apart Volunteers will wear a mask, gloves, and sanitize frequently HOW TO APPLY: Please submit an application here: https://www.tfaforms.com/4755427 If you have any questions, please contact Volunteer Services at volunteerservices@shanti.org

  Date Posted: December 9, 2024

• Join us in fighting nutrition insecurity in Berkeley & Albany!

  with BERKELEY FOOD NETWORK
  1925 Ninth St.Berkeley, CA 94710
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Berkeley Food Network is the largest food assistance organization in Northern Alameda County. At BFN, we believe everyone has the right to healthy food and we're committed to increasing food and nutrition security in Berkeley and Albany. We work collaboratively, sourcing high-quality, nutritious foods to distribute at no cost to our neighbors through a network of pantries, a Home Delivery program, and through partnerships with other organizations in our community. None of this work is possible without the hard work of our amazing volunteers! BFN offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. You can choose from 2-3 hour shifts doing the following: working the 9th Street or mobile pantries* packing boxes of groceries for home deliveries driving and delivering groceries to members' homes sorting produce and processing recovered food If you like interacting with all kinds of people in a vibrant environment, please join us! To get started, please fill out the inquiry form here: https://www.berkeleyfoodnetwork.org/get-involved/volunteer/ then watch a 20-minute Volunteer Orientation video here: bit.ly/3UcVocr This video provides an overview of of BFN’s mission, values, opportunities, and programs. * Pantry volunteer positions require watching an additional training video which provides a program overview, outline the variety of volunteer pantry roles, and presents the philosophies in our work with community members. Training will include customer service and de-escalation best practices, as well as approaches to serving members in the context of food insecurity.

  Date Posted: December 7, 2024

• Spanish-language Bilingual Wish Granter - Contra Costa County

  with Make-A-Wish
  city ofWalnut Creek, CA 94597
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish kids to determine their wishes, and then act as a liaison between the families and the Make-a-Wish staff to help make the wishes happen. We are looking for people who are bilingual in English and Spanish, who can help interviewing wish families in Spanish. Bilingual wish granters must be fluent in written and spoken Spanish. We are looking for volunteers who can travel to various parts of the region to help with the wish granting. Diversity makes us stronger. Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area is committed to diversity in its service and creating an inclusive work culture and environment that is reflective of the San Francisco Bay Area. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  Date Posted: December 5, 2024

• Disabled Children need Volunteer Swim Partners!

  with Special Needs Aquatic Program
  2001 Allston WayBerkeley, CA 94704
  Fri, January 24, 2025 - Wed, April 23, 2025

  Swim with us! Our beautiful children with disabilities need swim partners! SNAPkids - Special Needs Aquatic Program is a community-based swimming program for children with disabilities. By volunteering it means a swimmer can participate! Our special swimmers rely on our volunteer helpers to create the fun and the magic each week. You must be at least 15 years old (young adults to retirees are welcome), a strong swimmer, and have a playful nature. We provide training and guidance. Come have fun with us in the pool! : ) Our special swimmers range from 1 - 21 years old and have physical and/or developmental challenges such as cerebral palsy and autism. You will be paired with a swimmer and another volunteer to create fun activities to meet the needs of your swimmer. Training and support are provided, leadership opportunities are available. Bring your happy self to the pool each week. We hope that you build a special relationship with your swimmer as SNAPkids is often a highlight of the week for our swimmers and volunteers. We ask that you commit at least one hour per week for one semester (more hours are fine). Our classes are on Fridays in Berkeley and Sundays in Berkeley (2001 Allston Way) and Albany (1311 Portland Ave). We have swimmers who want to swim, so please consider joining us! As our swimmers do better with consistency and we give preference to volunteers who can commit their time on a regular basis. It's great fun for all! : ) See you in the water!​

  Date Posted: December 5, 2024

• San Leandro Hospital Volunteer

  with Alameda Health System
  13855 East 14th StreetSan Leandro, CA 94578
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Looking for volunteers to join the San Leandro Hospital Volunteer Program. Plenty of free parking, conveniently located next to the San Leandro Senior Community Center and the San Leandro FLEX Shuttle Service stop. GENERAL DUTY VOLUNTEER Volunteers greet patients and visitors, provide general hospital information, direct patients and visitors to their desired destination, wheelchair support, delivery of flowers and gifts to patients, lab runs, and supply deliveries. STEPS TO BECOME A SAN LEANDRO HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER Step 1: Consider the Commitment We require a commitment of one 4 hour shift per week for a minimum of one year. There are morning and afternoon shifts available Monday - Friday. Step 2: Submit Application To apply please visit the AHS website AlamedaHealthSystem.org then click Volunteers on the banner at the top of the page. Step 3: Interview We will contact you to setup an interview within a week or two. Step 4: Orientation If accepted, you will be invited to attend an orientation covering both hospital and Volunteer Department policies, procedures, and other important information. Step 5: Health Screening After the orientation you will be able to make an appointment with AHS Employee Health. Volunteers are required to provide proof of immunity by immunization record or by titer(s) - blood tests for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (chicken-pox). Additionally volunteers are required to show documentation of a tuberculosis skin test (TST) performed elsewhere within the past 12 months and 1 within the past 3 months. AHS Employee Health can provide the second TB test for free. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination now required. Step 6: Background Investigation Volunteers are required to go through a criminal background screening after the Health Screening is completed. Step 7: Now you can get your badge and start your training!

  Date Posted: December 4, 2024

• Highland Hospital Volunteer

  with Alameda Health System
  1411 East 31st StreetOakland, CA 94602
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The Alameda Health System Volunteer Program recently reopened and we are currently recruiting volunteers. Highland Hospital traditionally offers some of the best opportunities in the Bay Area for volunteers pursuing careers in healthcare and for those just looking to give of their time. Link to online application at the bottom of this page. Here is a brief list of departments that we regularly place volunteers into: Hospital Services Floater/Greeter Information Desk & Kiosks Administrative/Clerical Surgery - Reception Volunteer Office Patient-Care Departments Emergency Department Medical Surgery - Step Down Unit Maternal Child Health Pastoral Care/Chaplaincy To apply please follow this link to apply online: AHS website AlamedaHealthSystem.org

  Date Posted: December 4, 2024

• Sutter Hospice Looking for Volunteers in San Francisco

  with Sutter Care at Home - Hospice https://www.sutterhealth.org/scah
  Sutter Care at Home Hospice2800 LeavenworthSuite 350 BSan Francisco, CA 94133
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Looking for compassionate people to fill 5 hospice volunteer positions: Hospice volunteers are valued members of our team, and an extension of an integrated clinical team. Volunteers work with patients and families in a variety of ways. Some of these include running errands like grocery shopping, massage, animal therapy visits, respite visits to give caregivers a break, companionship, socialization, reading to patients, sing, playing games and music or sitting vigil. Volunteers see patients in facilities and in their homes. We provide thorough, enriching training via a self-paced, online training program. We provide service to those in San Francisco (7X7) and Southern Marin. Health clearance, vaccinations and a background check are provided through Sutter Health. Our volunteers are required to receive or show verification of an annual flu shot and Tuberculin skin test or blood test, provide immunization records or titers showing immunity to MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) and Varicella, show proof of TDAP (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), complete a drug screen and a health screening, consent to a criminal background check, and submit a copy of current driver’s license and auto insurance. Sutter will provide health screening and any necessary tests or vaccinations. We are currently looking for bilingual volunteers, Spanish, Mandarin and Russian, and certified Pet Therapy Animals and their humans! Please contact Katherine if you have questions or would like an application. Katherine Kirner Volunteer Program Coordinator Email: kirnerk@sutterhealth.org Phone: (415) 749-4201

  Date Posted: December 3, 2024

• Front Desk

  with INTERNATIONAL ART MUSEUM OF AMERICA
  1025 Market Stsan francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  As our Front Desk volunteer you will be the first point of contact for our guests entering the Museum, so a welcoming and positive attitude is a must! You will be responsible for greeting each guest, recording guest information, and relaying specific Museum information. All materials and training will be provided to you.

  Date Posted: December 3, 2024

• Can you Visit a Veteran Receiving Hospice Care in San Mateo County?

  with Sutter Care at Home - Hospice https://www.sutterhealth.org/scah
  1700 S Amphlett BlvdSuite 300San Mateo, CA 94402
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Do you have an hour or two per week to sit by the bedside of our Veteran patients, honor their service, or just be a compassionate presence? You can help them to recollect their stories, bringing meaning to the sacrifice they made to serve our country, and help them heal just by listening. No prior hospice experience is necessary. We provide you with training and ongoing support. To become a hospice volunteer at Sutter Care at Home the greatest gift one can offer is their time, caring nature and willingness to be present and just listen. Training and ongoing support are provided to all volunteers, so experience is not required. Volunteers are trained to enhance the overall goal of meeting the physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs of hospice patients and their families. It's a great opportunity to servethe community while learning new skills and enhancing existing ones. Volunteers provide social visits to hospice patients living in their homes or in care facilities. They can give caregivers a little break or time to rest. Volunteers can be a caring companion and compassionate listener to both patients and families. While volunteers cannot provide clinical or personal care, they may be able to assist with routine tasks and errands, play music, help make a scrap book or just chat with the patient. Our requirements: Volunteers receive 11 hours of self-paced, online training, health clearance and a background check is done through Sutter Health. Also you must consent to a criminal background check, and submit a copy of current driver’s license and auto insurance. Sutter will provide health screening and any necessary vaccinations. A minimum of 1-2 hours of volunteering per week and a 1 year commitment is required. Volunteers work closely with Volunteer Program Coordinator as members of the multidisciplinary hospice team, attending monthly support meeting (optional) and visiting patient(s) once a week. For more information, call Jennifer Fisher (650)454-4372. Thank you!

  Date Posted: December 3, 2024

• Spanish Speaking Volunteers Needed at Sutter Hospice

  with Sutter Care at Home - Hospice https://www.sutterhealth.org/scah
  1700 S Amphlett Blvd.Suite 300San Mateo, CA 94402
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  While being a Spanish speaking hospice volunteer at Sutter Care at Home Hospice, the greatest gift you can offer is your time, your compassionate, caring nature, and your willingness to listen. No experience necessary. We provide training. Volunteering can be as simple as sitting by the bedside, socializing, listening with compassion, playing music, reading a book, and providing a break for the family members and caregivers. Volunteers do not provide clinical or personal care. We usually ask for 1-2 volunteer hours per week (this includes driving), and work with patients and families to accommodate visits that also work for our volunteer's schedule. Volunteers visit hospice patients in homes and care facilities in San Mateo county, from South San Francisco to Palo Alto and along the coast, based on volunteer location and availability. No prior hospice experience is required. A very comprehensive training and ongoing support are provided to all volunteers to enhance the overall goal of meeting the physical, emotional, and practical needs of hospice patients and their families. Besides volunteers that speak other languages, we also welcome certified professionals who wish to provide reiki/ massage/art/music/animal therapy.

  Date Posted: December 3, 2024

• Cook Dinner for Local Families

  with Safe & Sound
  1757 Waller StreetSan Francisco, CA 94117
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Schedule: Every Monday, 3:30 - 6:30pm Group Size: 1-5 Location: Safe & Sound (1757 Waller Street / Haight) Purchase, prepare and serve dinner to 40+ parents and children. This is a hybrid dinner of dine in and take out. Due to COVID, we are restricting having a full capacity of dining in. Half will be dining in while half will take the food home to eat. For available dates, contact Chris Miller at chris.miller@safeandsound.org

  Date Posted: December 2, 2024

• Become an active board member at an Historic Oakland landmark.

  with Cohen-Bray House/Victorian Preservation Center of Oakland/
  1440 29th AvenueOakland, CA 94601
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are seeking board members who have business experience and connections. Local community connections in the Fruitvale District Fundraising experience. Grant writing experience. Any experience you have on other non profit boards will be valuable.

  Date Posted: November 29, 2024

• Fundraise for an Historic House -Oakland Landmark

  with Cohen-Bray House/Victorian Preservation Center of Oakland/
  1440 29th AvenueOakland, CA 94601
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We need your help to preserve a 138 year old Victorian House in Oakland. We are a 501 c 3 organization with success in getting prior grants. We are expanding our community outreach and education programs and need to become sustainable tor the planned capital expenses coming up. Help us find the funds we need. You will spend some time here at the house getting to know us and our needs and then can work remotely if desired. Good communication skills are important for us.

  Date Posted: November 29, 2024

• Take minutes for a monthly historic house non profit

  with Cohen-Bray House/Victorian Preservation Center of Oakland/
  1440 29th AvenueOakland, CA 94601
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We have monthly board meetings the 4th Sunday of every month. We need someone familiar with Google docs/ Google Drive to take minutes for us. We meet in the 138 year old historic house.

  Date Posted: November 29, 2024

• Licensed Medical Professionals! Volunteer with RotaCare WCC Free Clinic today!

  with RotaCare Bay Area, Inc.
  2023 Vale RoadSan Pablo, CA 94806
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Volunteer with RotaCare West Contra Costa Free Medical Clinic! Where: San Pablo, CA (West Contra Costa County) Clinic Hours: Tuesdays, 5:00pm-8:30pm, and Thursdays 5:00pm-8:30pm. A Women's Health Clinic is offered on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Time Commitment: at least one shift every 4-6 weeks. Who Can Be A Volunteer? If you are motivated by the opportunity to become involved in your community, then this is a great environment for you. You don't need to travel overseas to "give-back" when you can volunteer right here in your own backyard! We are looking for volunteers that are open-minded and willing to work with medically underserved communities. Each opportunity is very straightforward and provides a vital role in our clinic so that we can see patients that have no other options for medical care. Training and medical malpractice insurance is provided. Medical Providers (Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician's Assistants) : To provide the highest medical standards of care; assess and thoroughly document patient diagnosis/treatments; prescribe medication (if needed); and, determine ongoing care needs. Triage Professionals (RN, MA, EMT, Paramedic, LVN) : To provide triage intake of patients (date chart, note allergies, weight & height; take blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration of patient). Assign patients to examination rooms. and assist Medical Providers in the examination and treatment of patients as needed. Health Management Education (RN, CDE, RD) : To provide hypertension an/or diabetic health management education to address the needs, questions, and lifestyle changes around the patients’ care coordination plan. Who Am I Helping As A Volunteer? The RotaCare WCC Free Medical Clinic is an urgent care clinic comprised of volunteer medical professionals and non-medical community members dedicated to providing free healthcare services to UNINSURED adults with acute or chronic medical conditions. Patients come to the clinic for acute issues such as respiratory ailments (asthma, allergies), infections, ear aches, sore throats, UTIs, headaches, and the like. Additionally, patients come in for chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid conditions. The clinic’s medical services are donated by local healthcare professionals who give care without the expectation of payment. As a volunteer, you can continue this invaluable work that builds a healthier community and save lives. Why Should I Become A Volunteer? Volunteering with our clinic is easy and flexible, and the most rewarding experience among our volunteers is meeting the healthcare needs of patients with limited social and financial resources. Connecting with these patients from underserved and overlooked populations is one of the most positive parts of the volunteer experience at our clinic. Additionally, you can take your time with each patient ; our goal is not how many patients you can see in a shift, but rather the quality of care that we can provide. To get involved, please contact: Amit Randhawa WestCC@RotaCareBayArea.org

  Date Posted: November 25, 2024

• Concerts for FREE - Usher @ UC Theatre

  with The UC Theatre/BERKELEY MUSIC GROUP
  2036 University AvenueBerkeley, CA 94704
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Ushering at The UC Theatre consists of greeting patrons, helping them with general questions, and ensuring people have the appropriate passes to sit at reserved tables & lounges. We ask that volunteers arrive 30min prior to doors wearing white/light colored button up or collared shirt with dark bottoms & shoes; then they are finished with their duties at the beginning of the headliner's set and invited to enjoy the show. You can choose what shows you're most interested in attending and will get an email with show details, call times, and expectations. The perks are the experience of volunteering @ a world class venue, talking to staff about what they do for the theatre. 1 drink ticket if you are 21+. Reach out if you're interested or have any questions. We'd love to have you!

  Date Posted: November 25, 2024

• Pet Companions for Hospice Patients - San Francisco and Surrounding Areas

  with Pathways Home Health and Hospice
  San Francisco Daly CitySan Bruno MillbraeBurlingame San MateoSouth San Francisco, CA 94080
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Inspiring. Meaningful. Life-changing. We're one of the Bay Area's oldest & largest non-profit hospices. We work with volunteers to conveniently place you and your pet on assignments near your home! Patients and families benefit from this program by showing signs of reduced stress and improved mood. Is the Pathways pet-assisted volunteer program right for you and your pet? Does your pet have the right temperament to work with hospice patients? Is he/she calm, gentle and alert? Can your pet follow basic commands? Will you invest time in a pet-assisted activities training and certification course? Are you able to commit to at least one year as a volunteer for Pathways? If so, please contact us at (408) 773-4271 or volunteerservices@commonspirit.org We look forward to meeting you and your beloved pet!

  Date Posted: November 25, 2024

• Volunteer 12 Step Facilitator @ The Healing WELL

  with The Healing WELL
  374 Ellis StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Hello! The Healing WELL is a free, drop-in wellness center located in the Tenderloin neighborhood of SF. We offer a wide range of wellness services including addiction recovery support, yoga, tai-chi, meditation, sound healing, art, poetry, and reiki to community members impacted by trauma. Due to COVID- 19, we are seeing an increased need for accessible healing opportunities in the neighborhood. Please join our efforts to bring more wellness options to this beloved community. We are currently hosting classes outside at local parks and inside our physical space at 374 Ellis Street. If you have experience facilitating recovery support groups (12 Steps, AA, Harm Reduction) and you are interested in volunteering with a fantastic group of community members, please take a look at our website to learn more http://www.healingwellsf.org/ Due to COVID- 19 safety procedures all participants, volunteers, and staff are required to practice at a safe distance and wear masks. Thank you!

  Date Posted: November 19, 2024

• Volunteer Reiki Practitioner @ The Healing WELL

  with The Healing WELL
  374 Ellis StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The Healing WELL is a free, drop-in wellness center in the Tenderloin neighborhood of SF. We offer a wide range of creative healing and wellness services including addiction recovery support, yoga, tai-chi, meditation, sound healing, art, poetry, and reiki to community members impacted by trauma. Please join our efforts in bringing more wellness accessibility and options to this beloved community. We host classes outside at local parks, at partnered SROs and DISH Sites, and in our physical space on 374 Ellis St. If you are a sound healer or music therapist interested in volunteering with us, please check out our website www.healingwellsf.org and email mika@healingwellsf.org for more information.

  Date Posted: November 19, 2024

• Volunteer Meditation teacher needed @ The Healing WELL

  with The Healing WELL
  374 Ellis StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Hello! The Healing WELL is a free, drop-in wellness center located in the Tenderloin neighborhood of SF. We offer a wide range of wellness services including addiction recovery support, yoga, tai-chi, meditation, sound healing, art, poetry, and reiki to community members impacted by trauma. Due to COVID- 19, we are seeing an increased need for accessible healing opportunities in the neighborhood. Please join our efforts to bring more wellness options to this beloved community. We are currently hosting classes outside at local parks and inside our physical space at 374 Ellis Street. If you are a meditation teacher interested in volunteering with a fantastic group of community members, please take a look at our website to learn more http://www.healingwellsf.org/ and email mika@healingwellsf.org for more information. Due to COVID- 19 safety procedures all participants, volunteers, and staff are required to practice at a safe distance and wear masks. Thank you!

  Date Posted: November 19, 2024

• Support Women with Cancer in San Francisco

  with Shanti - San Francisco
  3170 23rd streetSan Francisco, CA 94110
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  For 50 years, Shanti Peer Support Volunteers have been providing emotional and practical support to people living with life-threatening illness, as well as LGBT isolated seniors and adults with disabilities, much like you would support a friend or family member in need. If you would like to tangibly enhance the life of someone who needs it the most, we encourage you to contact us and learn more about this truly unique opportunity. Peer Support Volunteers need to be 18+ years of age. As a peer support volunteer, you will: --Go through the internationally-recognized Shanti Model of Peer Support training --Be matched 1-on-1 with a client to whom you will provide companionship, a non-judgmental ear and light practical assistance --Join a community of thoughtful, supportive volunteers and staff For this program, we ask for a commitment of 2 hours a week for at least 6 months. We also organize support groups once a month, and ask all volunteers to attend. The hours can be done according to volunteer's schedules--a lot of our volunteers visit their clients on weekends or evenings--so it's definitely flexible. If you decide to enroll in the Peer Support Program there is a mandatory volunteer training. The next training will be in-person at our San Francisco office - January 24th-26th, 2025. The purpose of this training is to prepare volunteers to work with individuals who are isolated, or living with life-threatening illnesses and other disabilities. The training will supply information about challenges our clients face as well as teach communication and listening skills through a variety of interactive exercise. The training is intensive, but our volunteers typically find it to be an enriching, community-building experience. If you are interested in becoming a Shanti volunteer, start by filling out an application here: https://www.tfaforms.com/4661943

  Date Posted: November 19, 2024

• FOOD: Homeless Prenatal Program Pantry

  with HandsOn Bay Area
  San FrancsicoSan Francisco, CA 94103
  Mon, November 18, 2024 - Sun, February 16, 2025

  This project is named in honor of Marilyn Heskett. Project Overview Make an impact by connecting families with critical food resources. Join the Homeless Prenatal Program pantry every Friday helping empower families. Volunteers will be provided with breakfast on the day of the project. Volunteers will support by bagging food and distributing them to Homeless Prenatal Program clients. About the Homeless Prenatal Program The Homeless Prenatal Program is a nationally-recognized family resource center in San Francisco that empowers homeless and low-income families to find within themselves the strength and confidence they need to transform their lives. They serve over 3,500 low-income and homeless families annually to help families become healthy, stable, and self-sufficient. Project Requirements & Important Notes Volunteers will receive a rapid Covid test on-site Volunteers may be asked to lift heavy boxes Volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing Please do your part in keeping our community healthy. If you are immuno-compromised, at increased risk for severe illness, or feeling sick at all, please decline your registration to the event and register for a project at a less risky time. For additional resources and guidance on how to keep yourself healthy, visit the CDC website. If your group is larger than the listed project maximum, please email sarah@handsonbayarea.org. For a one-time $50 group sign-up fee, we can assist your team with signing up and coordinating with the agency partner for possible accommodation.

  Date Posted: November 18, 2024

• Dance Assistant

  with Dance Live Dream Center
  19601 Center StreetCastro Valley, CA 94546
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are looking for volunteer assistants! Earn community hours. Attention Volunteer assistants! Are you looking to serve your community with preschoolers or elementary children with classes such as princess/creative ballet dance, tap, ballet, jazz, cheer, and hip-hop? We thrive on community support and have volunteer hours for you! We hope you can commit to at least the summer, 6 months, or one year, if at all possible. Times: Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm Cheer and Dance, Thursdays 4:30-5:15PM Princess ballet, 5:30-6:15PM, 6:15-7PM Disney Creative tap/ballet dance, Fridays 5:00-6:45PM Pre-ballet, Saturday 12:45pm-1:30pm, Preschool Princess ballet/jazz and Sundays, 10AM-12:50PM Preschool ballet/jazz and more! Volunteers will be working with children and assisting with dance routines. We will help children learn the fundamentals of dance and sing songs. We teach balance, rhythm, and dance skills. You’ll help with taking attendance and encouraging students to take turns and following instructions. In addition, you will help sanitize props, dry mop floors after class, and help put the room back in place. Help with fundraising activities, special events, recital, etc. We are a nonprofit dance center in Castro Valley, CA. We provide community engagement and volunteerism. We look forward to meeting you!

  Date Posted: November 18, 2024

• Berkeley Builds Readers

  with Berkeley Public Library - Berkeley Public Library - Central
  Berkeley Reads Adult Literacy ProgramBerkeley Public Library/West Branch1125 University AvenueBerkeley, CA 94702
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Become a Berkeley Builds Readers Volunteer Story Reader! Do you love reading to kids and want to foster a life-long love of reading in children? Berkeley Builds Readers offers a unique volunteer opportunity: to read aloud to children at preschools throughout Berkeley. Volunteers present a monthly 20-minute story visit to children ages 2-5. The goal of our program is to support Early Literacy and extend the reach of the Berkeley Public Library including Berkeley READS, the adult and family literacy program, introducing children and their parents to the pleasure of stories and creating excitement about books and reading. The free training dates and locations TBD. There are five mandatory sessions. In these sessions, participants learn how to select and share wonderful books and present engaging story visits. Training takes place at the * West Branch (Berkeley READS Adult Literacy office) and ** Central Library (4 th floor Children’s Story Room) of the Berkeley Public Library. Pre-registration is necessary to attend, and a 6 month commitment is required to become a story visit volunteer.

  Date Posted: November 18, 2024

• East Bay Korean-American Senior Center

  with East Bay Korean-American Senior Center
  1723 Telegraph AvenueOakland, CA 94612
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Contact is Joanna Kim-Selby, Phone 510-763-0736, 510-763-1879;General email: koreanseniors@yahoo.com; Direct email to Mrs. Selby (Center's President); joannaselby@gmail.com, jkimselby@gmail.com This organization has immediate need for an ESL instructor (Tuesday through Friday, 10 to noon, Korean style lunch included, to teach ESL (English) to Korean Seniors. The organization also needs volunteers to help with grant proposals.

  Date Posted: November 16, 2024

• Concierge at New Frank Residences

  with San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living
  1 Avalon AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94112
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Greeter at the Lev (The Lev-umbrella term that encompasses the BSQ ambassador position), Our BSQ Concierge Desk/Reception: Concierge : These volunteers act as ambassadors, and are the face of Byer’s Square. Responsibilities include welcoming people, providing resources, giving directions, pick-up and drop off (salon appts, classes, workshops...), general communication with main reception, assistance in signing up for classes, providing information and referral services, assistance at special performances, and help with excursions...to name a few. Reception : Greet guest with a smile and direction. Deliver packages to our residents on the floors. Most importantly as we turn the corner of this pandemic this is an opportunity to connect with seniors who have not been able to have guest or leave the premises on a regular basis for many months during the pandemic. While the campus is starting to open, this position provides much needed connection.

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Food Bank Volunteers - Weekday Food Sorting

  with Alameda County Community Food Bank
  7900 Edgewater DriveOakland, CA 94621
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Volunteers needed to sort and package produce in our warehouse. Volunteers must be age 10 or older. Volunteers must register. Volunteers cannot be admitted on a drop-in basis. To sign up, please go to www.accfb.org/volunteer.

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Street Soccer USA San Francisco Youth Soccer Coach

  with Street Soccer USA - Bay Area
  San Francisco, CA 94105
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  S erve as an accredited Street Soccer USA Coach in San Francisco! About Street Soccer USA www.streetsoccerusa.org Street Soccer USA uses the power of soccer to help people of all ages and backgrounds discover their strengths and take positive steps forward in their lives. At Street Soccer USA, we play for more. We play for ourselves, we play for our team, and we play for our community. And when we play, we connect with people and community resources that can change the shape of our future. In just over ten years, Street Soccer USA has grown from a single team in Charlotte, North Carolina to a national network of 15,000 kids, teens, and adults in 14 different cities. Duties and Responsibilities: ·Coach at SSUSA after school practices - Weekday Afternoons 1:00pm - 6:00pm - Weekends 10am - 2:00pm ·Deliver and reinforce SSUSA curriculum with youth participants on a daily basis ·Complete SSUSA Coach Training & Accreditation process which includes but is not limited to the following trainings: -Orientation to Street Soccer USA, our mission and model -Introduction to youth program methodology -Social services training and commitment to child safety policy -In-line sports for social development group management training -On the field coach workshops ·Organize, schedule and coordinate social and educational community based activities ·Actively recruit volunteers, including parent participation in mentoring activities Qualifications: · Passionate about soccer and sports · Experience working with or volunteering with at risk/underprivileged youth · Adherence to the SSUSA mission, values and strategy · Must be at least 18 years with high school diploma or GED · Legal authorization to work in the United States · Good interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills, patience and follow-through required · Preference for at least 1-year experience playing or coaching soccer To Apply: Please send a brief cover letter and current resume to bayarea@streetsoccerusa.org

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Technology Tutor at New Frank Residences

  with San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living
  1 Avalon AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94112
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Technology assistance-Help our residents bridge the digital divide, stay connected with family and friends and linked to the outside world by providing assistance with smart phones and other devices, teaching them e-mail and internet skills, or helping with other forms of technology. Flexible hours. This opportunity helps residents stay connected during covid by teaching residents how to use zoom, facetime and other apps.

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Volunteer Servers for Bday Lunches, Special Events at the New Frank Residences

  with San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living
  1 Avalon AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94112
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Join our lively crew of volunteers and staff to help servie at special events like our monthly bday luncheons for residents and volunteers with over 100 hours. You will be serve a lunch for your assistance after you complete your assistance. In addition, assisting with any special evening dinners on special occasions like holidays, etc. Thursdays once a month from 11am to 1pm. And during special holidays evening shifts from 5pm to 7pm.

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Community Market Vehicle Loader Volunteers

  with Alameda County Community Food Bank
  7900 Edgewater DriveOakland, CA 94621
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Every weekday, representatives from Food Bank partner organizations come to pick up food to distribute in their respective communities. Volunteers are needed to help these reps load their vehicles with food that can include items, e.g. sacks of potatoes, onions, weighing up to 50 lbs. We are seeking volunteers (ages 18+) . Volunteers are welcome to sign up for more than one day. To sign up, please go to www.accfb.org/volunteer.

  Date Posted: November 15, 2024

• Volunteer Book Event Coordinator

  with Be the Star You Are
  P. O. Box 376Moraga, CA 94556
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  BTSYA is seeking an outgoing personality to schedule book signings and speaking engagements in the San Francisco Bay Area. Event Coordinator would contact schools, bookstores, libraries, and other venues that can benefit from having our author and teen contributors visit in person. This could be a virtual opportunity if you are willing to make calls from your home/office. Schedule book signing and speaking engagements for "Be the Star You Are", "99 Gifts", and "Be the Star You Are! For TEENS", and Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers. More info about books at https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/books Maintain current contact listings and augment as time goes on. Establish, build and maintain good rapport with event partners. Please visit our web site at www.bethestaryouare.org for information about the charity and https://www.CynthiaBrian.com/books for information about the books and the store for all of the books that benefit the charity.. Also peruse our web site to learn about our outreach programs, including our teen radio show, Express Yourself! Teen Radio at http://www.ExpressYourselfTeenRadio.com

  Date Posted: November 14, 2024

• VIDEOGRAPHER-EDITOR FOR YOU TUBE SERIES

  with Be the Star You Are
  PO Box 376Moraga, CA 94556
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR for YOU TUBE series Be the Star You Are! is a charity increasing literacy and positive media. We produce short videos to be uploaded to social networking sites. We are seeking volunteers who have digital cameras to shoot videos of people, places, and things that exhibit the positive, happy side of life. Need to also have creative editing skills and the knowledge to upload movies to the internet. We currently have two series in production-SHINE and STAR MINUTE. If you are an aspiring film maker and editor, this is a terrific opportunity to practice your skills while making a difference in your community. Volunteer MUST live in the San Francisco Bay area, have transportation to and from Moraga, and be available to meet with other volunteers, shoot events, and attend occasional meetings. This is a volunteer position. There is no pay. Please visit our web site at www.bethestaryouare.org for more information about our charity. Please respond ONLY if you have the skills listed above and know how to make movies, edit, and upload. In your email to us, please list your qualifications and provide information on any projects you have already done. Thanks so much for your expertise. This is a FUN opportunity!

  Date Posted: November 14, 2024

• Hospitality Hub Volunteer

  with San Francisco City Impact
  140 Turk St.San Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The Rescue Mission operates Monday - Friday, with two shifts, 10am - 12:30pm and 2-5:00pm Volunteers can be expected to help unload delivery trucks, organize food, and help greet residents as they shop for groceries. In the afternoon volunteers prepare hot dinner meals, serve residents for a sit-down meal, converse and connect with residents while they eat, and help clean the facility once dinner finishes.

  Date Posted: November 8, 2024

• Academic Tutor

  with San Francisco City Impact
  230 Jones StSan Francisco, CA 94102
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  San Francisco City Impact is searching for a qualified volunteer for our K-8 school, San Francisco City Academy. We are currently seeking an individual to spend time with students as an academic tutor. The tutor would ideally have teaching experience or experience working with students in an academic environment. This role would involve working with students one-on-one after school (between 3pm - 4pm) or during the school day to help get them back on track with their school work.

  Date Posted: November 8, 2024

• St. Vincent de Paul's Community Center Help Desk

  with Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Alameda County
  2272 San Pablo AvenueOakland, CA 94612
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The SVdP Community Center is located in West Oakland at San Pablo and West Grand Avenues. The center occupies one square block on the border of downtown and West Oakland. The Help Desk serves as the main point of entry for our clients within our Community Center and connects clients with SVdP services, including free access to clothing, hygiene kits, laundry, showers, shelter, referral services, and support groups. Join our team of volunteers to help our neighbors in need and make them feel welcome at SVdP! SVdP welcomes students, ages 14 and older, to complete service hours in Downtown Oakland. Youth under the age of 18 will need a waiver of liability signed by a parent/guardian. Youth under the age of 16 will need an adult (someone who is 18 years or older) to accompany them the entire day of service. We love to have families volunteer together! We also accommodate small groups of students for high school service days. Volunteers will be asked to: Welcome, check-in, and refer clients to appropriate departments. Assist clients with accessing direct services (showers, laundry, clothing etc.). Oversee waiting area. Conduct intake forms for new clients. General tidying of waiting area, including wiping down tables and chairs, as well as cleaning up small spills. Sorting and handing out mail to our clients as they come in Lend an ear when someone needs to speak with someone Time: 3 hour shifts are available Tuesday - Saturday between 9:00am and 3:00pm. We especially need help in the afternoon from 12:30pm to 3:00pm. Commitment: One shift per week is ideal; commitment of 2-3 months is appreciated. Volunteers will attend an orientation and receive training on or before their first day of service. Our services are open Tuesday-Saturday from 9:00am-3pm. Volunteers typically will work half days in the morning or the afternoon. If you're interested or would like to find out more about this opportunity please don't hesitate to ask! You can call 510-277-6435 or email Zachary Zwijacz at zzwijacz@svdp-alameda.org We look forward to hearing from you!! ****** As of August 9th 2021 the state of California is requiring that if you volunteer here, you must have your complete vaccination card. If you are not vaccinated but still want to volunteer, California mandates that you get tested for COVID seven days before volunteering and bring your negative test results with you once entering the site. We will be keeping a copy of everyone's vaccination cards for our records. Please feel free to email John Sterns with any questions or concerns. Email: jsterns@svdp-alameda.org

  Date Posted: November 6, 2024

• Treasurer (CFO)

  with ArtsEarth
  San Francisco, CA 94103
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Are you passionate about the arts and seeking a fulfilling role in an arts nonprofit organization? ArtsEarth is currently seeking a dedicated individual to take on the role of Treasurer/CFO, overseeing day-to-day administration and supporting our financial planning. With a commitment to establishing payroll in 2024/25, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the arts community. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to the growth of the arts, we welcome you to apply and be a part of our dynamic team at ArtsEarth. Job Info We are seeking a Treasurer officer. This position is a volunteer position, and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. This position has long-term growth opportunities. Responsibilities Handle receipt, banking and protection of company funds Anticipate borrowing needs and available funds for programs / services Develop an annual budget for the company and create long-term projections based on departmental needs and upcoming projects Maintain an efficient system of policies that adequately control treasury activities Ensure sufficient funds are available to cover operational needs Prepare financial reports Qualifications Degree in Accounting or Finance CPA certification (preferred) Experience in nonprofit corporate financial management Proficient with financial software systems Excellent communication and presentation skills

  Date Posted: November 5, 2024

• 21+? Become a Foster Child Advocate!

  with CASA of San Mateo County
  Redwood City, CA 94065
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  CASA of San Mateo County are Court Appointed Special Advocates giving a foster child or a juvenile justice youth a voice in and out of the courtroom. CASA advocates create a one-on-one, consistent relationship with the young person they serve. They also mentor the CASA youth throughout the time they are under the court's supervision. Our mission is to ensure that all abused and neglected children under the protection of the Court have a consistent and caring adult who speaks on their behalf and helps them reach their full potential. According to the "Bureau of Labor Statistics", in 2015, 21.8% of males were involved with volunteering and 27.8% were female. For this study, 62,623 volunteer's were surveyed in total; 26,498 were male and 36,126 were female. (http://www.bls.gov/news.release/volun.nr0.htm) According specifically to CASA of San Mateo County, in the last fiscal year - 19% of advocates were male and 81% were female. Regarding both statistics, there is a significantly higher rate of female volunteer's versus male volunteer's. CASA of San Mateo County wants to change this statistic! FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: Website: http://www.casaofsanmateo.org/volunteer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CASAofSanMateo/ Email: melissa@casaofsanmateo.org Phone: 650-730-5935 Please fill out the form linked here: Orientation sign up form - CASA smc (casaofsanmateo.org)

  Date Posted: November 1, 2024

• 21+ MENtors Needed!

  with CASA of San Mateo County
  Redwood City, CA 94065
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  CASA of San Mateo County supports Court Appointed Special Advocates(CASAs) giving a foster child a voice in the court room. CASA volunteers create a one-on-one, consistent relationship with the child they serve. They also mentor the child throughout the time the child is under the court's supervision. As part of our commitment to embracing the community that we serve, CASA of San Mateo County strives to reach volunteers that represent the diversity of our area, including gender. Last fiscal year 12% of our volunteers identified as male compared to the 88% identifying as female. CASA of San Mateo County wants to change this statistic! Male Mentor's can change and empower a young man's life and be a positive role model for that child. Currently, many male children are left without a CASA advocate due to lack of male volunteers. Volunteers must be 21 years or older. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: Website: http://www.casaofsanmateo.org/volunteer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CASAofSanMateo/ Email: melissa@casaofsanmateo.org Please fill out the form linked here: Orientation sign up form - CASA smc (casaofsanmateo.org)

  Date Posted: November 1, 2024

• 21+?Become a Foster Youth Advocate!

  with CASA of San Mateo County
  330 Twin Dolphin Drive #139Redwood City, CA 94065
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  As CASA volunteer you develop a trusting relationship with children who have been placed in the foster care system because of abuse or neglect or young people who are part of the probation system. As young people navigate a period of trauma, uncertainty and change, a CASA volunteer may be the only consistent and caring adult presence in a child’s life. CASA volunteers are adults 21 years of age or older who come from all walks of life. They are community members who care about children and who form a personal connection, a connection that for many is life changing. Take the first step to becoming a CASA volunteer today, and sign up for an orientation! https://www.casaofsanmateo.org/volunteer FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: Website: http://www.casaofsanmateo.org/volunteer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CASAofSanMateo/ Email: melissa@casaofsanmateo.org Please fill out the form linked here: Orientation sign up form - CASA smc (casaofsanmateo.org)

  Date Posted: November 1, 2024

• FOOD: Third Parent Family & Youth Services Pantry

  with HandsOn Bay Area
  San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA 94117
  Fri, October 25, 2024 - Thu, January 23, 2025

  Project Overview Help make an impact on families and youth who were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Third Parent Family and Youth Services’s Community Pantry provides food to those in need every Saturday morning. Volunteers will support by packing, sorting, and distributing food while enjoying live music. Join their family of volunteers! About Third Parent Family & Youth Services Pantry Third Parent Family & Youth Services is a one-stop-shop for community resources, and the food pantry is one of their many programs. Their goal is to connect people with as many resources as possible and help them on their life paths. Project Requirements & Important Notes Volunteers may be required to lift boxes Volunteers are required to wear a mask that covers both their nose and mouth for the entire duration of the volunteer time. Please do your part in keeping our community healthy. If you are immuno-compromised, at increased risk for severe illness, or feeling sick at all, please decline your registration to the event and register for a project at a less risky time. For additional resources and guidance on how to keep yourself healthy, visit the CDC website.

  Date Posted: October 25, 2024

• Cantonese/Mandarin Speaking Volunteers for Food Pantry

  with Lake Merritt United Methodist Church
  1330 Lakeshore AveOakland, CA 94606
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  We are seeking Cantonese/Mandarin speaking volunteers to assist food pantry visitors in the monthly food pantry, helping to communicate safety guidelines, and registration and check in procedures and to gather information about who would be interested in a possible food delivery program.

  Date Posted: October 24, 2024

• Lake Lunches - Food Prep and Distributors Needed

  with Lake Merritt United Methodist Church
  1255 First AveOakland, CA 94606
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Lake Lunches is a food ministry of Lake Merritt United Methodist Church. Serving 300 lunches twice a week to the hungry and unsheltered no questions asked in the areas surrounding Lake Merritt. Volunteers are needed to assist in preparing & packing lunches and walking the lake area near by to distribute the meals. Lunch preparation & packing takes place on Mondays weekly from 2-4 pm Mobile Lunch distribution takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly from 11:30 am-1:15 pm. We also distribute hygiene items and are always seeking donations for this purpose.

  Date Posted: October 24, 2024

• Food Pantry Volunteers and Language Interpreters Needed!

  with Lake Merritt United Methodist Church
  1330 Lakeshore AveOakland, CA 94606
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  The Lake Merritt United Methodist Church (LMUMC) Food Pantry has been serving the Oakland community and the Alameda County for over 35 years by providing free food to individuals and families. The Food Pantry distributes fresh produce and nutritious shelf stable food (such as tofu, canned chicken, dried beans, rice and hot cereal). We are continuing the work of the food pantry with modifications to our typical procedures to ensure safety for volunteers and community members seeking food. Volunteer Shifts: Distribution Set Up: Friday before distribution at 10:00 -11:00 am. A small team of volunteers is needed to assist in setting up stations for food distribution the next day. The workspace allows for good distancing and frequent hand washing. Food Distribution: 4th Saturday of the month - 8:00-10:30 am On Saturdays, volunteers staff stations assisting with client check-in and registration, set up, food distribution, line support, and clean up. Additional projects such as preparing hygiene kits and preparing food for Lake Lunches may also take place. The workspace allows for good physical distancing in most spaces and frequent hand washing. Language Interpreters: Language interpreters are needed in the primary languages of the food pantry visitors including Cantonese, Mandarin, and Vietnamese. Please indicate if you are volunteering with a group or if you are able to serve as a language interpreter. Email liftconcertoakland@gmail.com for more information about groups and language interpreters. Food Delivery: If you are interested in supporting food deliveries, please email liftconcertoakland@gmail.com Needs and volunteer requirements are subject to change. We serve a vulnerable population where most of our visitors are senior citizens. Due to COVID-19 spread concerns, hand washing or sanitizing before, during, and after volunteering is required. Masking is optional. Why and Impact Hunger is a serious problem in Alameda County. 1 in 5 families in the county relies on ACCFB Network Agencies for food. The Food Pantry fills an important need in the Lake Merritt and downtown area. Nearly 400 households come for food each time. Last year, we distributed 127,910 pounds of food to these families, including 55,775 pounds of fresh produce. The ACCFB helps ensure we have fresh produce and healthy shelf-stable food. We are staffed completely by community volunteers: students of all ages from Oakland youth organizations and schools around the East Bay. How can you help: Visit Lake Merritt Church Service Page for more information Bring goods for the ongoing Hygiene Kit Supply Drive Check out https://www.instagram.com/_lakelunches/ Why and Impact Hunger is a serious problem in Alameda County. 1 in 5 families in the county rely on ACCFB Agencies for food. Our Food Pantry fills an important need in the Lake Merritt area. An average of 430 families come for food each time, with an aggregate total for the year of almost 10,000 families. Last year, we distributed 127,910 pounds of food to these families, including 55,775 pounds of fresh produce. The ACCFB supplies the fresh produce free of charge and subsidizes the cost of the shelf stable food. We are staffed completely by volunteers from the church and community; students from several Oakland youth organizations volunteer regularly, as do a number of the food recipients.

  Date Posted: October 24, 2024

• Fight For Air Climb | San Francisco

  with AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION
  555 California St.San Francisco, CA 94104
  Sat, March 8, 2025 07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

  Step up and make a positive impact for lung health by volunteering in a Fight For Air Climb event. Your time and energy helps support the American Lung Association's mission as participants climb the 52 Floors and 1,197 Stairs of the 555 California Street skyscraper. Whether you're volunteering alone or with friends and family, you'll be part of a large organization that fights for healthier lifestyles in honor of all those who are affected by lung disease. Register to volunteer today. Along the way, think about all the people you're helping, and remember our mission: we're climbing for hope because they're fighting for air.

  Date Posted: October 23, 2024

• Join Minds Matter Bay Area & become a Mentor or an Instructor for a High Schooler today!

  with Minds Matter Bay Area
  1563 Page StreetSan Francisco, CA 94117
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Looking for volunteers for the 2025-2026 school year. To learn more and apply, visit: http://www.mindsmatterbay.org/join/ ABOUT OUR PROGRAM Minds Matter Bay Area is a 100% volunteer-run, educational non-profit that provides low-income students access to strong mentors, instructors and leaders, who help broaden their worldview and prepare them for college and beyond. Students join us as Sophomores, where they build up their academic foundations in math, science, reading, writing and critical thinking, and learn key life skills, like leadership and public speaking. As Juniors, our students focus on improving standardized test scores, managing stress and exploring colleges. During the summers after their sophomore and junior years, we encourage and support our students with finding summer programs at different colleges around the country to push them out of their comfort zones and ready them for college. Finally, as Seniors, our students focus heavily on showcasing their best selves in their college applications and learning more key skills that will ensure that they don’t just graduate from college, but that they thrive during their experience. We also support them with learning about both traditional and creative ways of paying for college, so that finances don't become a barrier to considering a great school. We’re looking for volunteers to help us with every part of this program from tutoring to mentoring to managing programs. At the heart of our organization are people committed to making an impact in education and these students’ lives. At Minds Matter Bay Area, our mentees come first, but our strong community comes in at a close second. Many of our volunteers form lasting friendships and embark on new endeavors together. Whether we’re discussing the latest trends in education over dinner or picnicking in Golden Gate Park, our community knows how to get things done and have fun while doing it. We invite you to join our community and our cause. VOLUNTEER COMMITMENT The opportunity to make an impact on a student’s life comes with important responsibilities. When working with youth, one of the key components to building trust is just showing up. Commitment is key with our program-your presence, proactive communication, and conscientiousness are what makes Minds Matter Bay Area work. Sessions take place from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM every Saturday during the school year (August through May, with breaks following standard school holidays) For Sophomores and Juniors, instructional programs take place from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and mentoring from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM For Seniors, college application prep takes place from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM We require a minimum attendance of 80% of Saturday sessions (approx. 20 of 25 weeks from August through May) and advanced notice of planned absences Building strong relationships with a student is vital for their success and growth, so we strongly prefer a three-year commitment, though we require a minimum of one year INSTRUCTORS The instructional component of our programs is designed to equip students with the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for achieving academic success at school and in their standardized tests. Our instructors serve as guides and role models for our students, encouraging them to deepen their knowledge base and to enjoy the process of learning. Instructors take on a variety of different roles in our organization: leading a class on a subject area, teaching the SAT/ACT, and developing and delivering workshops on close reading, critical thinking, and statement writing skills for our students and their mentors. We will work with you to find a role that best fits your skills and experience. What we look for: Presentation and facilitation skills appropriate to a small group and/or classroom setting Depth of knowledge and passion for a particular subject Ability to take a complex concept and simplify it, so that anyone can learn it Unfettered curiosity for how things work-especially when it comes to academics and tests Passion for setting goals and gaining concrete results Ability to work in a team and navigate ambiguity Prior experience designing a curriculum and instructional materials is a plus MENTORS Each student is matched with two mentors, who work closely to help their student become well-rounded and navigate the college experience from application to graduation. Mentors work with their students to explore different majors and career paths and learn a variety of skills, like writing resumes and personal statements, managing time and stress, and presenting and discussing a perspective. Our mentors serve as positive role models and catalysts for the students, encouraging them to fulfill their full potential. What we look for: Ability to hold a high bar and set stretch goals that mentees can achieve Knows how to listen and ask the right questions to build trust in a relationship, including creating a safe space for difficult conversations and being available outside of session Inquisitive and curious about what motivates and excites people Adaptable to a wide variety of personality types, from introverts to extroverts; youth to adults Will take initiative, solve problems, be optimistic-but-realistic, collaborative and reliable Prior mentorship experience with low-income high school students is a plus To learn more and apply, visit: http://www.mindsmatterbay.org/join/

  Date Posted: October 22, 2024

• Urban Garden Project - Oakland (Sundays)

  with Farms to Grow, Inc
  5316 Telegraph AveOakland, CA 94609
  It's Flexible! We'll work with your schedule

  Hi there, Thank you for stopping by to check out the Farms to Grow, Inc Urban Garden Project volunteer opportunity. Are you available to volunteer on Sundays in Oakland? We would love for you to assist in growing food for the bay area. You will be learning from a friendly, warm, and welcoming Master Gardener. No experience that's ok, just show up ready to learn and play in the dirt. Learn about the benefits of cover crops, the difference between planting a seed and planting a transplant, see how to set up irrigation lines and so much more. The Urban Garden Project takes place every Sundays from 8:30 am -12:30 pm in Oakland. Please complete the onboarding form below and wait until you receive an email from Farms to Grow, Inc before attending a volunteer session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0KKqT5dKPpUSpJULRAt2FRpED6X5WFeh0AQQ6OC2auu19jg/viewform?usp=pp_url I hope to hear from you! Cheers, Elaine

  Date Posted: October 21, 2024
• See All Opportunities