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Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to serve coffee and breakfast to our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our breakfast meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in preparation, serving, and cleaning to ensure our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. 121 Golden Gate Ave

Come serve breakfast with GLIDE's Daily Free Meals Program and be engaged in a truly transformative experience. The shift starts with set up at 7am, breakfast is served to the community from 7:30 to 9.30am, with a short clean up period from 9 to 9:30am. We serve on average 500 - 600 meals during this shift every day. Our elderly and disabled community members are served first in our Coffee House, and the general access line for the Main Dining Room opens at 8am. Volunteers assist with everything from serving food and bussing tables, to handing out silverware and condiments. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat, and make some beautiful human connections! Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

We are looking for volunteers to help our mobile outreach team with food and homeless sites. Please contact, jamie.morgan@usw.salvationarmy.org

Parks Powered by Volunteers Wed, Sep 30, 2026, 8:00am - 12:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Alcatraz Register Now Home / Events / Alcatraz Historic Gardens Volunteer on Alcatraz Island Shelagh Fritz/Parks Conservancy When: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 am–Noon The Alcatraz Gardens Stewardship Program aims to preserve the historic gardens once tended by the island’s military and penitentiary residents. For more than a century, gardens were an important part of everyday life for officers, families, and prisoners confined to Alcatraz by sentence or duty. Many of the plants selected by these unheralded gardeners proved to be excellent choices for the harsh and barren environment, flourishing through the four decades of neglect that followed the prison’s closing. Volunteers help care for the restored gardens with activities such as weeding, pruning, composting (award winning!), planting, propagating, and seed collecting. As an added bonus, garden volunteers arrive on Alcatraz before other visitors, so you can experience the island during the most tranquil time of day. Please note, registration is required. NPS policy requires that each individual register and show a photo ID to board the boat. Registration closes each week on the Sunday prior to your program at 11:59pm. GROUPS Groups require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Schools and community groups: Fill out the Group Project Request Form. Age, Skills,

The City Hope Cafe is a place for our neighbors to find meaningful connection in the mornings. Guests can grab a hand-crafted latte, a home-made breakfast item, and other essential services including affordable housing case management, medical relief counseling, and educational classes. This is a safe and dignifying space where we learn the names of our guests and serve them their choice of breakfast items at their table. Additional information: Orientation will begin at 8:30 AM- during this time we'll delegate roles to volunteers including waiting and bussing tables, expediting meals, plating food, etc. Attire: please wear closed-toe shoes only, have long hair tied back, and no tank tops. Long pants are recommended. Age requirements and restrictions (please read carefully if you’re a minor or bringing a minor to volunteer): Under 9 years old: due to insurance and security reasons, we are unable to host volunteers younger than 9 years old. Between 9-11 years old: the child will need a supervising adult serving alongside them during the event. Please note that both the parent and child will need to create their own accounts and sign up for the shift individually. This ensures we have a waiver for both participants. The account created for the child needs to be under their own name and username but can use their parent's email if desired. Between 12-17 years old: welcome to come and serve as an independent volunteer. Please

The City Hope Cafe is a place for our neighbors to find meaningful connection in the mornings. Guests can grab a hand-crafted latte, a home-made breakfast item, and other essential services including affordable housing case management, medical relief counseling, and educational classes. This is a safe and dignifying space where we learn our guests name and serve them their choice of breakfast items at their table. As a barista you will be working at the cafe bar pulling shots of espresso and steaming milk to make delicious lattes. Please note that experience is REQUIRED for this role. Additional information: Orientation will begin at 8:30 AM- during this time we'll delegate roles to volunteers including waiting and bussing tables, expediting meals, plating food, etc. Attire- please wear closed-toe shoes only, have long hair tied back, and no tank tops. Long pants are recommended. Parking: There is metered street parking located around the community center. If you are taking public transportation, bus stops for the 19, 38, and 31 are within one to two blocks of the center.

CityTeam San Francisco is located in the SOMA district. Our Inside Meal Service is designed to provide nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or those in need. This is more than just a meal—it's an opportunity to offer dignity, warmth, and a sense of community. Volunteers are the heart of this service, playing a vital role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for. San Francisco Beautification Services includes but not limited to: Help keep our San Francisco facility and neighborhood clean and organized. Volunteers will make a difference in the community and show love to our neighbors by picking up debris around CityTeam. We will provide the gloves and trash pickers. All you need to bring is a smiling face. Volunteer Location: CityTeam San Francisco @164 6th Street, San Francisco 94103 Volunteer Requirements: Ability to treat others with love and respect. Dress modestly and comfortably with long pants, closed-toe shoes, and covered shoulders. For groups of 11 or more volunteers, need more information or are not able to sign-up here on Volunteer Hub, please contact: Cat Montes @ cmontes@cityteam.org

St. Anthony’s Free Clothing Program (FCP) is San Francisco’s largest free clothing program. FCP provides fresh, clean clothes, to low-income families and individuals, including those who are experiencing homelessness. It is our goal to distribute the highest quality of clothing possible to ensure that our guests have a positive and dignified experience. Tasks will include sorting, hanging, and quality checking clothing and assisting as personal shoppers for guests. Volunteer shifts may also include creating emergency clothing kits and hygiene item kits. Volunteers must be able to stand for up to three hours, lift up to 20 lbs, and participate in activities with repetitive motion. After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. Please be aware that unlike our other St. Anthony's programs, the Free Clothing Program is unable to have guests (someone receiving clothing service) volunteer at this time. Therefore, we ask that current Free Clothing Program guests do not sign-up to volunteer in our program. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing you soon! 121 Golden Gate Ave

Make a difference in Fairfield! Help The Salvation Army serve families in need by volunteering at our food pantry—sort, pack, and distribute food with compassion and care. A few hours of your time can bring hope to many!

The Salvation Army Garden Street Center Corps is looking for volunteers who are willing to help in our food pantry.

Click here to sign up for Winter 2026-27 shifts. Help us sort through grocery store donations, glean produce, build grocery bags for home delivery, help with a drive-thru pantry distribution, and other various tasks as needed. Individuals and Teams are welcome! Please only volunteer if you have responded to an opportunity. Orientation and training are included in each shift. Volunteers MUST be 11 years or older and minors must be accompanied by an adult. This shift does not qualify for SFMTA, SF Court, and Project 20 hours, more info here. ---- Guidelines: Only volunteer if you are healthy and completely comfortable serving. Closed-toe shoes are required at all volunteer projects. We recommend volunteers not wear jewelry. If worn, all items must be covered by the provided gloves and/or hairnets. We suggest dressing in casual and clean layers, as the temperature in the warehouse is often cool. ---- Thank you for volunteering!

Parks Powered by Volunteers Wed, Sep 30, 2026, 9:00am - 12:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Registration Required Home / Events / San Francisco Habitat Stewards Habitat Restoration Volunteers Michael Chasse When: Wednesdays, 9 am–Noon; Registration Required Where: Rotating National Park lands in San Francisco on Wednesdays include: Fort Funston Lands End Baker Beach Presidio of San Francisco Specific meeting location will be listed in the registration confirmation email.​ San Francisco Habitat Stewards​ help restore and preserve the natural areas of Fort Funston, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco. Habitat restoration is a proactive, hands-on way to revitalize damaged ecosystems and promote environmental health! Learn about the plants and animals found in our local creeks, dunes, grasslands, woodlands, and other natural landscapes. Activities often include weeding, planting, watering, debris clean-up, or spreading mulch. Groups Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Visit our Groups volunteer page to learn more. Age, Skills, What to Bring: Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Read our Youth Policy Guidelines (PDF) for youth under the age of 15. Bring your completed Volunteer Agreement Form (PDF). Volunteers under the age of 18 must have the parent/guardian approval section signed. We'll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and cl

Prepare medically-tailored meals at 730 Polk Street, 1st Floor. Tasks involve labeling meal trays and portioning meal components based on client diets.

Assemble medically-tailored groceries and meals at 730 Polk Street, 2nd Floor — assembling frozen 7-packs and building grocery boxes for clients.

We welcome lunch volunteers Monday to Saturday, from 9 AM to 3 PM. If you can't do the whole shift, that's not a problem; we appreciate any support you can offer. No sign-up or advance notice is required — just show up!

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Habitat Restoration

Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to prepare and serve delicious meals for our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our daily hot meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in food preparation, food packing, and ensuring our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Join us to help us serve over 1,000 meals each day! After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. 121 Golden Gate Ave

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Join Refuse Refuse, SF Public Works, and the community for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Trader Joe’s (3 Masonic Ave) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 9:30am to 11:00am around the neighborhood. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! Organizer: Vince By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer - https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver

Join the RPD gardeners in a weekly recurring volunteer workparty at the Valley of the Conservatory of Flowers. Volunteer tasks include the maintenance of ornamental planting beds. All tools provided by RPD. Children 13 years and older accompanied by an adult are welcome. No school groups. Meet on the steps of the Conservatory of Flowers, 100 JFK Drive.

The GLIDE Daily Free Meals Program needs your help behind the scenes— prep shift volunteers will work with Meals Program staff to make sandwiches and prepare bagged lunches, chop vegetables, sort food donations, and more. The full duration of this shift will take place in our prep room. Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

Farming Hope produces 4,400 meals each week that go out into the community to feed our hungry neighbors. For this volunteering event, you may be helping to chop veggies or plate meals in boxes. We invite volunteers to join our team for a lunch break at 12 noon. We partner with the following organizations, which distribute our meals to their communities: Compass Family ServicesConard HouseBooker T WashingtonRonald McDonald HouseSubscribe to the Farming Hope monthly newsletter. Tasks: Volunteers will prep food (chopping vegetables), package meals, or help with labeling meal lids. Dress code: Please be prepared for a physical shift - wear comfortable clothes (that are OK to be a bit messy!) and closed toed shoes. Arrival: Refettorio San Francisco is located at 690 Van Ness. Upon arrival, ring the doorbell (if the front door is not open) and let the team know you're there for your volunteer shift. There is street parking and a few parking lots around the area. The closest parking garage is the Opera Plaza Parking Garage with entrances on Golden Gate Ave & Turk Street.

Join Garden for the Environment to learn sustainable gardening techniques, build community, and support San Francisco’s vibrant public teaching garden. Tasks generally include composting, harvesting, seasonal pruning, path maintenance, veggie and perennial plant care, and more.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Join in creating space for neighbors to access resources and engage with community. Volunteers sit and talk with neighbors, help serve coffee, facilitate showers, manage donations, and more.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Volunteering in the Daily Free Meals Program can be a deeply transformative experience. Our meal service is 100% delivered by community members like you. Volunteers help us serve three hot meals a day, 7 days a week, 364 days a year to the thousands of San Franciscans experiencing food insecurity and hunger. Without you, we would not be able to serve over 2,000 meals a day!  The shift will start at 11:00am with check in, and a brief task orientation from our meals department. Lunch is then served until 1:00pm, and it is one of our busiest meals. Clean up takes place from 1:00pm-1:30pm.  Volunteers perform a number of duties: serving food, handing out condiments, bussing tables, refilling water, preparing food for future meals, and creating bagged lunches to-go.  Requirements: All volunteers must wear close-toed shoes and shirts with sleeves (short or long sleeves are great, just no tank tops). 8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Get ready to break a sweat and make some beautiful human connections!

Volunteers are urgently needed for our Clothing Room which provides new (donated) clothing to families and individuals in need. The Clothing Room is reopening after a period of inactivity. Approx 6 volunteers per shift. Active 1/4/2023 - 1/7/2027.

Join SF Recreation and Parks’ Natural Resources Division and the California Native Plant Society for their weekly Wednesday habitat restoration project. Mount Davidson is the highest peak in San Francisco offering spectacular views of San Francisco’s skyline, bay, and the surrounding coastal mountains. This park offers habitat for numerous resident and migratory birds, butterflies, and insects - awe inspiring all year. Please wear closed-toed shoes and dress in appropriate clothing for physical work. Everyone 14 years old and older is invited; anyone under 14 yo must be accompanied by a guardian. Tools and gloves will be provided. Please be punctual.  Meet at the fire road entrance opposite 39 Dalewood Way.

Join us during your lunch break for a quick, engaging, and impactful hour and a half of service at St. Anthony's Dining Room!Your help is essential to the success of our daily hot meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in food preparation, food packing, and ensuring our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Join us to help us serve over 1,000 meals each day! After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. 121 Golden Gate Ave

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Prepare medically-tailored meals at 730 Polk Street, 1st Floor. Tasks involve labeling meal trays and portioning meal components based on client diets.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

"A mentor is someone who allows you to see hope inside yourself" - Oprah Winfrey Help provide mentorship for students at The Salvation Army Kroc Center's After School Program.

Ready to make a difference this summer? We're looking for a Soccer Mentor & Coach Volunteers to help youth build skills, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship through the game they love. One hour. A soccer ball. A lasting impact.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Join us as we embark on a wonderful adventure at Charles Drew! We support an energetic group of 2nd-5th graders at Charles Drew Elementary School in the Bayview neighborhood. Volunteers will support and mentor this energetic group of budding authors, and help them cultivate essential academic skills to develop a foundation of success as writers and critical thinkers. This is a great opportunity to create a warm environment for students and help them grow! Schedules: Students are enrolled in the after school program for regular sessions throughout the school year. We encourage you to sign up for a consistent weekly tutoring shift in order to build relationships with students and create a strong community. However, if you are unable to commit to weekly sessions, your support is always welcome, anytime your schedule allows.

Welcome to After-School Tutoring! In our program, we work to give students individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students work on homework (can be ELA, history, science, math), reading, and writing. As a volunteer, you’ll work one-on-one with a student to complete their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Schedules: Students register to attend at least twice a week. Our volunteer shifts correspond to the students' schedules, so we ask that you arrive at the time of your scheduled shift. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly if your schedule allows, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. The volunteer shift includes a tutor prep session before students arrive and is followed by a 10-minute debrief after the shift ends. Next steps: You'll receive a reminder email from our team prior to your shift with more information for your first shift. When you arrive, walk past the Pirate Store into the Writing Lab. Sign in and then check in with Melissa or Julia. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before you are assigned a student to work with. Any questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa@826valencia.org or 415-642-5905 ext. 403

Buena Vista Horace Mann (NEW LOCATION: 325 La Grande Ave, next to June Jordan HS): After School Writing Workshop Shift Overview: We work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students who attend the Jamestown After School Program at BVHM. We guide our students to complete original writing pieces in a variety of genres and to develop essential writing skills in the following areas: ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. Lessons, conversations, and writing happen in both English and Spanish. Volunteer Role: As a tutor, you will work with students, either one-on-one or in small groups, and support them as they take pieces through the writing process and develop key writing skills. This is a great opportunity to create a warm environment for students and help them grow! Schedule: On Mondays and Wednesdays we lead two hour-long sessions. On Tuesdays and Thursdays we lead one hour-long session. Monday: 4:00 - 6:30 PM Tuesday: 4:00 - 5:30 PM Wednesday: 2:45 - 5:30 PM Thursday: 4:00 - 5:30 PM We start each session with Tutor Prep, where we review important skills and information about the day's lesson. We end each session with Tutor Debrief, where you'll have the opportunity to share your observations and feedback with us. On Mondays and Wednesdays we work with two groups of students for one hour each. On Tuesdays and Thursdays we meet with only one group. We encourage you to tutor with us at least once a week on the same day so you're able to establish consistent, supportive relationships with a small group of students. Directions: WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE SCHOOL: Our program takes place in the school library (room 220) on the second floor. Here is some guidance for finding us: Use the main entrance on La Grande Ave and come into the main lobby. One of our team members will come to the lobby at the start of the shift (4pm on Mon, Tue, & Thu; 3pm on Wed) to greet you and show you the way to our space. If you are running late, or you don't find us in the lobby, you can ask for support from a staff person at the door of the school. They can direct you. You can also try to find us on your own, by: Walking up the staircase directly in front of the entrance. Slight right at the top of the staircase, then left down hallway with red lockers. Walk to the end of the hallway and on the left is the library. GETTING TO THE SCHOOL: Public Transportation: Option 1: Take BART and get off at the Glenn Park station. Take the 52 bus. Get off at Brazil and Prague. Option 2: Take BART and get off at the Balboa Park station. Take the 29 or 54 bus. Get off at Persia Ave & Prague St and walk to the school (less than 5 min). Option 3: Take the 14 or 14R Mission bus and get off at Persia Ave and Mission St. Take the 29 bus and get off at Persia Ave & Prague St. OR From the intersection of Persia Ave & Mission St, it is a 21 minute walk uphill to the school. Parking Guidance: The school does not have a dedicated parking lot. We suggest you look for parking on Sunnydale Ave, Brazil Ave and in the surrounding neighborhood. Please note that if you drive you may encounter traffic from parents picking up their children. * We are not allowed to use the parking lot at the top of Brazil Ave. Contact Information: For any questions or additional information, please contact: Program Coordinator: Leo Warshaw-Cardozo Email: leo@826valencia.org Phone: (415) 341-7198 or Program Manager: Stephanie Calasanz Miño Email: stephanie@826valencia.org Phone: 415-378-9721 325 La Grande Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112 PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN LOCATION FROM PREVIOUS YEARS (Next to June Jordan High School) LINK TO MAP All shifts take place in the library (room 220) on the second floor. You can use the map below to find us or ask a school staff member. We will try to be there to show you the way on your first day. Email *

Support and inspire third grade students and watch them grow as writers and thinkers in our imaginative and whimsical Tenderloin Center! You'll work with budding writers from Mission Graduates as they learn new writing techniques and craft original works in a variety of genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. You will help students develop their confidence as writers while guiding them through the writing process, from brainstorming and pre-writing, to drafting and revising. This workshop meets every Wednesdays from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tutor prep will begin at 2:50pm. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. For more information, please contact our Programs Manager-Ella Glasser @ Ella@826valencia.org 180 Golden Gate Ave.

"A mentor is someone who allows you to see hope inside yourself" - Oprah Winfrey Help provide mentorship for students at The Salvation Army Kroc Center's After School Program.

Come serve dinner with GLIDE's Daily Free Meals Program and be engaged in a truly transformative experience. The shift starts with set up at 3:30pm, dinner is served to the community from 4 to 5pm, with a short clean up period from 5 to 5:30pm. We serve on average 400 - 500 meals during this shift every day. Our elderly and disabled community members are served in our Coffee House, and the general access line for the Main Dining Room opens at 4pm. Volunteers assist with everything from serving food and bussing tables, to handing out silverware and condiments. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat, and make some beautiful human connections! Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

At After-School Tutoring (AST), located in the Enchanted Forest of Mission Bay, our goal is to provide students with individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students complete reading, writing, and homework every day. As a volunteer, you’ll help a small number of students with their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Students sign up to attend twice a week either Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our volunteer shift is from 4:00-6:00 PM. Volunteers will get a brief orientation from 3:45-4:00 and will complete a debrief from 5:50-6:00. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. When you arrive, please use the door at the corner of China Basin and 4th Street to enter into our Writing Lab. Sign-in and then check-in with Keven or the point tutor. We will pair you with a student and give you some tips to get you started. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we suggest that you arrive 10 minutes early in order to give you a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before students arrive. Any questions? Contact our Mission Bay Programs Team at missionbay@826valencia.org 1310 4th Street

Welcome to After-School Tutoring! In our program, we work to give students individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students work on homework (can be ELA, history, science, math), reading, and writing. As a volunteer, you’ll work one-on-one with a student to complete their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Schedules: Students register to attend at least twice a week. Our volunteer shifts correspond to the students' schedules, so we ask that you arrive at the time of your scheduled shift. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly if your schedule allows, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. The volunteer shift includes a tutor prep session before students arrive and is followed by a 10-minute debrief after the shift ends. Next steps: You'll receive a reminder email from our team prior to your shift with more information for your first shift. When you arrive, walk past the Pirate Store into the Writing Lab. Sign in and then check in with Melissa or Julia. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before you are assigned a student to work with. Any questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa@826valencia.org or 415-642-5905 ext. 403

Farming Hope, distributes over 4,000 pounds of groceries and serve more than 4,000+ meals to our community. We host weekly in-person dinners for our families and neighbors every Tuesday & Wednesday! We are thrilled to offer a safe, caring space for our families to gather and share a meal. Subscribe to the Farming Hope monthly newsletter. Tasks: Volunteers will first help with set up & client registration. Then during dinner, volunteers will plate dishes and serve our families. After dinner, volunteers will assist with breakdown and cleanup. First time volunteers: please arrive at 4:30 for a volunteer orientation and tour. Returning volunteers: please arrive by 4:45 to assist with set up and welcoming families at 5:15pm. Dress code: Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing for serving. Arrival: Refettorio San Francisco is located at 690 Van Ness Avenue. Upon arrival, ring the doorbell (if the front door is not open) and let the team know you're there for your volunteer shift. There is street parking and a few parking lots around the area. The closest parking garage is the Opera Plaza Garage across the street from us.

CityTeam San Francisco is located in the SOMA district. Our Inside Meal Service is designed to provide nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or those in need. This is more than just a meal—it's an opportunity to offer dignity, warmth, and a sense of community. Volunteers are the heart of this service, playing a vital role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for. WHAT DOES VOLUNTEERING LOOK LIKE, but not limited to. Food preparation: platting and preparing selected menu items in our kitchen Meal Service: Serving hot meals the community with a smile from behind our counter Clean-up: moping, sweeping, dishes, wiping counters, community clean-up support, more task TBD that day.

On Wednesday nights, we host movie night while serving dinner to our guests. All of our meal programs are intentionally designed to be a dignifying experience for our neighbors where they have a chance to have fun, connect deeply, and enjoy delicious food. We pride ourselves in providing a restaurant-style meal where we'll seat our guests at their table, learn their names, and take their order from our various menu options. *This exact end time varies slightly depending on the movie length. Additional information: Orientation will begin at 5:30 PM- during this time we'll delegate roles to volunteers including waiting and bussing tables, expediting meals, plating food, etc. Attire: please wear closed-toe shoes only, have long hair tied back, and no tank tops. Long pants are recommended. You will have the opportunity to eat alongside our guests during the service. Age requirements and restrictions (please read carefully if you’re a minor or bringing a minor to volunteer): Under 9 years old: due to insurance and security reasons, we are unable to host volunteers younger than 9 years old. Between 9-11 years old: the child will need a supervising adult serving alongside them during the event. Please note that both the parent and child will need to create their own accounts and sign up for the shift individually. This ensures we have a waiver for both participants. The account created for the child needs to be under their ow

Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to serve coffee and breakfast to our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our breakfast meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in preparation, serving, and cleaning to ensure our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. 121 Golden Gate Ave

The Salvation Army needs volunteers to help unload pallets, sort and package food for distribution at our weekly food pantry to those in need in the Mission District. (Thursdays - 7:00am to 9:00am; 1325 Valencia St, SF; Garage @ 24th St & Orange) Active 4/3/2025 - 12/2/2027.

Come serve breakfast with GLIDE's Daily Free Meals Program and be engaged in a truly transformative experience. The shift starts with set up at 7am, breakfast is served to the community from 7:30 to 9.30am, with a short clean up period from 9 to 9:30am. We serve on average 500 - 600 meals during this shift every day. Our elderly and disabled community members are served first in our Coffee House, and the general access line for the Main Dining Room opens at 8am. Volunteers assist with everything from serving food and bussing tables, to handing out silverware and condiments. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat, and make some beautiful human connections! Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

Click here to sign up for Winter 2026-27 shifts. Community Markets are large-scale, multi-day pantries that are equity-centered and community-led. They feel like a grocery store with community participants able to browse, touch, and choose products. This opportunity is an indoor community market being operated by Food Bank staff. Volunteers will assist with various roles, including but not limited to: Lead Volunteer, Inventory Assistant, Greeter, Sign-In/Intake, Stocker, Co-Shopper, Loading Assistant/Runner, or Floater. Upon arrival, volunteers will be assigned and trained for a specific task based on a range of factors, including: number of staff, volunteers, participants, volunteer preference, and other considerations. ---- Individuals and Teams are welcome! Please only volunteer if you have responded to an opportunity. Orientation and training are included in each shift. Volunteers MUST be 11 years or older and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Shifts at Community Markets do not qualify for SFMTA, SF Court, and Project 20 hours, more info here. ---- Guidelines: With so few volunteer spots at Community Markets, each missing volunteer makes a huge difference in the shift. While we hope you can attend, please cancel your response as early as possible if you are unable to attend. Only volunteer if you are healthy and completely comfortable serving. Closed-toe shoes are required at all volunteer projects. Be aware there will not be a place to store personal belongings, please do not bring valuables.

Help fight hunger in Vallejo! Join our Food Pantry team to sort, pack, and distribute groceries to neighbors in need. A few hours of your time can make a big impact in someone’s life—serve with purpose and love!

The City Hope Cafe is a place for our neighbors to find meaningful connection in the mornings. Guests can grab a hand-crafted latte, a home-made breakfast item, and other essential services including affordable housing case management, medical relief counseling, and educational classes. This is a safe and dignifying space where we learn our guests name and serve them their choice of breakfast items at their table. As a barista you will be working at the cafe bar pulling shots of espresso and steaming milk to make delicious lattes. Please note that experience is REQUIRED for this role. Additional information: Orientation will begin at 8:30 AM- during this time we'll delegate roles to volunteers including waiting and bussing tables, expediting meals, plating food, etc. Attire- please wear closed-toe shoes only, have long hair tied back, and no tank tops. Long pants are recommended. Parking: There is metered street parking located around the community center. If you are taking public transportation, bus stops for the 19, 38, and 31 are within one to two blocks of the center.

The City Hope Cafe is a place for our neighbors to find meaningful connection in the mornings. Guests can grab a hand-crafted latte, a home-made breakfast item, and other essential services including affordable housing case management, medical relief counseling, and educational classes. This is a safe and dignifying space where we learn the names of our guests and serve them their choice of breakfast items at their table. Additional information: Orientation will begin at 8:30 AM- during this time we'll delegate roles to volunteers including waiting and bussing tables, expediting meals, plating food, etc. Attire: please wear closed-toe shoes only, have long hair tied back, and no tank tops. Long pants are recommended. Age requirements and restrictions (please read carefully if you’re a minor or bringing a minor to volunteer): Under 9 years old: due to insurance and security reasons, we are unable to host volunteers younger than 9 years old. Between 9-11 years old: the child will need a supervising adult serving alongside them during the event. Please note that both the parent and child will need to create their own accounts and sign up for the shift individually. This ensures we have a waiver for both participants. The account created for the child needs to be under their own name and username but can use their parent's email if desired. Between 12-17 years old: welcome to come and serve as an independent volunteer. Please

CityTeam San Francisco is located in the SOMA district. Our Inside Meal Service is designed to provide nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or those in need. This is more than just a meal—it's an opportunity to offer dignity, warmth, and a sense of community. Volunteers are the heart of this service, playing a vital role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for. San Francisco Beautification Services includes but not limited to: Help keep our San Francisco facility and neighborhood clean and organized. Volunteers will make a difference in the community and show love to our neighbors by picking up debris around CityTeam. We will provide the gloves and trash pickers. All you need to bring is a smiling face. Volunteer Location: CityTeam San Francisco @164 6th Street, San Francisco 94103 Volunteer Requirements: Ability to treat others with love and respect. Dress modestly and comfortably with long pants, closed-toe shoes, and covered shoulders. For groups of 11 or more volunteers, need more information or are not able to sign-up here on Volunteer Hub, please contact: Cat Montes @ cmontes@cityteam.org

St. Anthony’s Free Clothing Program (FCP) is San Francisco’s largest free clothing program. FCP provides fresh, clean clothes, to low-income families and individuals, including those who are experiencing homelessness. It is our goal to distribute the highest quality of clothing possible to ensure that our guests have a positive and dignified experience. Tasks will include sorting, hanging, and quality checking clothing and assisting as personal shoppers for guests. Volunteer shifts may also include creating emergency clothing kits and hygiene item kits. Volunteers must be able to stand for up to three hours, lift up to 20 lbs, and participate in activities with repetitive motion. After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. Please be aware that unlike our other St. Anthony's programs, the Free Clothing Program is unable to have guests (someone receiving clothing service) volunteer at this time. Therefore, we ask that current Free Clothing Program guests do not sign-up to volunteer in our program. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing you soon! 121 Golden Gate Ave

Assemble medically-tailored groceries and meals at 730 Polk Street, 2nd Floor — assembling frozen 7-packs and building grocery boxes for clients.

Prepare medically-tailored meals at 730 Polk Street, 1st Floor. Tasks involve labeling meal trays and portioning meal components based on client diets.

We welcome lunch volunteers Monday to Saturday, from 9 AM to 3 PM. If you can't do the whole shift, that's not a problem; we appreciate any support you can offer. No sign-up or advance notice is required — just show up!

Join us for a podcasting field trip with students at our Tenderloin Center! In this program, you'll help students create vivid, informative, and compelling podcasts and record their pieces with style and confidence. ✨🎤✨ Tutors will work with students as they brainstorm, plan, write, and revise their podcast, and help prepare students to record their podcasts that will engage and inspire a listening audience! Please note that no experience in audio production is necessary. There will be a 15-minute tutor orientation at the start of each shift. This time will vary as we adjust our start time to best fit teachers' schedules. You will always receive a volunteer reminder email 24 hours prior to the field trip date with specific timing! For more information, please contact Abby Sandoval, Program Coordinator, at tlfieldtrips@826valencia.org. Check out our student podcasts on SoundCloud. 180 Golden Gate Ave

Join us as we continue our partnership with Tenderloin Community School! Every Thursday volunteers will have the chance to work with our fantastic 5th graders as they continue their adventure as wonderful writers! Volunteers will support and mentor students as they begin to work on a variety of writing projects ranging from personal narratives to poetry. Shift Overview This session meets every Thursday from 9:30 A.M.- 10:20 A.M. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Tutor orientations will begin at 9:20 am. Questions? Please contact Raegan Boettcher In-Schools Program Coordinator at Raegan@826valencia.org

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The GLIDE Daily Free Meals Program needs your help behind the scenes— prep shift volunteers will work with Meals Program staff to make sandwiches and prepare bagged lunches, chop vegetables, sort food donations, and more. The full duration of this shift will take place in our prep room. Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to prepare and serve delicious meals for our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our daily hot meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in food preparation, food packing, and ensuring our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Join us to help us serve over 1,000 meals each day! After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. 121 Golden Gate Ave

If you’ve ever wanted to go on an adventure, now’s your chance! We’ve got open Crew Member positions for our Field Trip offerings at our Valencia Street location! Each Thursday* and Friday we will guide a 4th grade, 5th grade or 4th/5th combo classes through the steps of the writing process. No two adventures are ever the same so there’s always something to write home about!!! *Thursday may also be offered to 2nd-3rd grade classes as a Storytelling and Bookmaking field trip. You will be notified of the type of field trip you are supporting in the reminder email sent to you the day before. Our program offers upper elementary teachers a choice of two different field trip options during the school year. Since we are now offering a choice of field trips, we would let you know before the shift which kind of adventure we'd be hosting that day. After each of our field trips, students leave with a copy of their newly-published collaborative book with their own unique ending, complete with their photo on the About the Author page. Our goal for all of our field trips is that students walk away believing that writing can be fun! 826 Valencia's 4th-5th grade Field Trips Options 1) CYOA: On this field trip students are charged with writing an action-packed Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA) story. After being introduced to the CYOA genre, students collaboratively create a unique setting and a problem for our story which is told in second-person narration. As a class, they write the first page of the story – which must end with a choice between two possible story branches. With the guidance of our Lead Storyteller, our Copy Editor, and our volunteer Table Typists, students collaboratively create all types of twists and turns in the story, before choosing to work individually on an ending for one of the story arcs. Table Typist Role: You'll be one of four Table Typist volunteers tasked with typing the student-driven story into a Google Doc and/or assisting a group of 6-15 students as they discuss and develop the next branch of the story. Near the end of the field trip, you will support students as they work to finish certain story branches individually. This adventure is really fast-paced and requires quick typing and even quicker thinking! 2) Multiverse of CYOA (MV/CYOA): This new field trip concept borrowed from 826NYC is a bridge between our MSTBM field trip and our traditional Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA). Intended for 4th grade students, this experience gives our writers a bit more more agency in their story writing than in our storybook making field trips while still offering much needed small group support and collaboration. Unlike our CYOA students second cliffhanger before getting individual writing time to imagine their own satisfying conclusion or write to another cliffhanger in another alternate universe!!! Table Typist Role: You'll be one of 4-6 Table Typist volunteers tasked with typing the student-driven story into a Google Doc while assisting a group of 4-6 students as they discuss and develop the next branch of the story. Near the end of the field trip, you will support students as they work to individually finish the story branches of their choosing. Note: This madcap adventure is really fast-paced and requires quick typing, a quick sense of humor, and even quicker thinking!

This project meets over the course of a number of Thursday sessions this fall: Thursday mornings 9:45-12:30 on 9/17, 9/24, and 10/1, and Thursday afternoons 1:00-3:30 on 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, and 12/3. Tutor consistency is required (please sign up only if you can attend all or most of the sessions). Get Out And Learn (GOAL) utilizes an experiential, hands-on curriculum to captivate and engage students while increasing attendance amongst an underserved and at-risk population. GOAL has strong partnerships with community-based organizations that bolster our curriculum, provide mentoring and reinforce community and program values. GOAL students play an active role in their education. Students are engaged and motivated through wilderness trips, challenge courses, wooden boat building, sailing, swimming, hands-on academics, service learning projects, leadership training, multimedia projects and exposure to college, in order to see that their learning has a purpose. This semester, 826 Valencia tutors will support GOAL students in writing speculative fiction stories that explore the community impacts of climate disasters, working with students during the brainstorming, prewriting, drafting, and revision stages of their writing process. Students will be preparing to share their stories with the school community during the fall showcase at the end of the semester. Please contact Programs Coordinator Alex Wong (alex@826valencia.org) with any questions.

Farming Hope produces 4,400 meals each week that go out into the community to feed our hungry neighbors. For this volunteering event, you may be helping to chop veggies or plate meals in boxes. We invite volunteers to join our team for a lunch break at 12 noon. We partner with the following organizations, which distribute our meals to their communities: Compass Family ServicesConard HouseBooker T WashingtonRonald McDonald HouseSubscribe to the Farming Hope monthly newsletter. Tasks: Volunteers will prep food (chopping vegetables), package meals, or help with labeling meal lids. Dress code: Please be prepared for a physical shift - wear comfortable clothes (that are OK to be a bit messy!) and closed toed shoes. Arrival: Refettorio San Francisco is located at 690 Van Ness. Upon arrival, ring the doorbell (if the front door is not open) and let the team know you're there for your volunteer shift. There is street parking and a few parking lots around the area. The closest parking garage is the Opera Plaza Parking Garage with entrances on Golden Gate Ave & Turk Street.

Join the Friends of the Rhododendron Dell and the RPD Gardeners in a recurring monthly volunteer workparty. All tools and gloves provided. Meet at the entrance to the Rhododendron Dell on 7th Ave and John F Kennedy Drive

Join the National Park Service, Refuse Refuse, SF Public Works, and the community for a friendly neighborhood cleanup and workday! Public parking available at El Camino del Mar Parking Lot. From parking lot, take paved trail marked Picnic Area to the top. Volunteers will meet at Fort Miley (Battery Chester) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning, painting, and trail maintenance will occur from 10:00am to 12:00pm around Fort Miley. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! Organizer: Holden, Pam By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer - https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 10:00am - 1:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Crissy Field Register Home / Events / Golden Gate Historic Landscaping and Maintenance Volunteers at Crissy Field Amy Chong / Parks Conservancy Join the fun and help preserve and protect your national park! Maintenance volunteers help protect and beautify the historic landscapes and cultural resources throughout National Park Service managed lands in San Francisco county (see full list below). Projects include trail maintenance, vegetation removal, native planting, beach clean-up, san removal, and graffiti abatement. When: Thursdays from 10am - 1pm. Where: Crissy Field, West Bluff (1st Thursdays) - exact meeting location will vary and will be listed in the registration confirmation email. Registration is required. Rotating sites: 1st Thursday: Crissy Field, West Bluff 2nd Thursday: Lands End 3rd Thursday: Crissy Field, East Beach 4th Thursday: Baker Beach 5th Thursdays (when applicable): Ocean Beach Groups Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Please review the List of Available Projects and fill out the Group Project Request Form. Age, Skills, What to Bring: Volunteers ages 10 and up are welcome. Read our Youth Policy Guidelines (PDF) for youth under the age of 15. Bring your completed Volunteer Agreement Form (PDF). Volunteers under the age of 18 must have the parent/guardian approval section signed. We'l

Join us as we continue our partnership with Tenderloin Community School! Every Thursday, volunteers will have the chance to work with our fantastic third grade students as they continue their adventure as wonderful writers! Volunteers will support and mentor students as they begin to work on a variety of writing projects ranging from personal narratives to poetry. Shift Overview This session meets every Thursday from 10:30 - 11:20. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Tutor orientation begins at 10:20. Questions? Please contact Raegan Boettcher, In-Schools Program Coordinator, at Raegan@826valencia.org

Click here to sign up for Winter 2026-27 shifts. Community Markets are large-scale, multi-day pantries that are equity-centered and community-led. They feel like a grocery store with community participants able to browse, touch, and choose products. This opportunity is an indoor community market being operated by Food Bank staff. Volunteers will assist with various roles, including but not limited to: Lead Volunteer, Inventory Assistant, Greeter, Sign-In/Intake, Stocker, Co-Shopper, Loading Assistant/Runner, or Floater. Upon arrival, volunteers will be assigned and trained for a specific task based on a range of factors, including: number of staff, volunteers, participants, volunteer preference, and other considerations. ---- Individuals and Teams are welcome! Please only volunteer if you have responded to an opportunity. Orientation and training are included in each shift. Volunteers MUST be 11 years or older and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Shifts at Community Markets do not qualify for SFMTA, SF Court, and Project 20 hours, more info here. ---- Guidelines: With so few volunteer spots at Community Markets, each missing volunteer makes a huge difference in the shift. While we hope you can attend, please cancel your response as early as possible if you are unable to attend. Only volunteer if you are healthy and completely comfortable serving. Closed-toe shoes are required at all volunteer projects. Be aware there will not be a place to store personal belongings, please do not bring valuables.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Volunteering in the Daily Free Meals Program can be a deeply transformative experience. Our meal service is 100% delivered by community members like you. Volunteers help us serve three hot meals a day, 7 days a week, 364 days a year to the thousands of San Franciscans experiencing food insecurity and hunger. Without you, we would not be able to serve over 2,000 meals a day!  The shift will start at 11:00am with check in, and a brief task orientation from our meals department. Lunch is then served until 1:00pm, and it is one of our busiest meals. Clean up takes place from 1:00pm-1:30pm.  Volunteers perform a number of duties: serving food, handing out condiments, bussing tables, refilling water, preparing food for future meals, and creating bagged lunches to-go.  Requirements: All volunteers must wear close-toed shoes and shirts with sleeves (short or long sleeves are great, just no tank tops). 8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Get ready to break a sweat and make some beautiful human connections!

Join us and support our writing program at Sanchez Elementary School! Every Thursday and Friday, volunteers will have the chance to work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders as they continue their adventure as wonderful writers! Volunteers will support and mentor students as they begin to work on a variety of writing projects ranging from personal narratives to poetry. Shift Overview There are multiple shift options: Thursdays: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (3rd - Bilingual Spanish) Lunch break 12:50 PM - 2:10 PM (4/5 combo - Bilingual Spanish) Fridays: 10:15 AM - 11:15 PM (3rd English) 11:20 AM - 12:15 PM (4/5 combo English) While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Questions? Please contact Stephanie Calasanz Miño, Program Manager, at stephanie@826valencia.org

Description: Join us as we embark on a wonderful adventure at Charles Drew! We support a group of 5th graders at Charles Drew Elementary School in the Bayview neighborhood. Volunteers will support and mentor this energetic group of budding authors, and lead them through the writing process, from brainstorming and pre-writing, to drafting, and on through revising, editing, and publishing. This is a great opportunity to support students in building foundational writing skills! Schedules: This is a year-long publication program. We encourage you to sign up for a consistent weekly tutoring shift in order to build relationships with students and create a strong community. However, if you are unable to commit to weekly sessions, your support is always welcome, anytime your schedule allows. A typical shift looks like: 11:10-11:20 pm (tutor prep and orientation) 11:20-12:05 pm (session 1- 5th grade) 12:05-12:15 pm (tutor debrief)

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Join us during your lunch break for a quick, engaging, and impactful hour and a half of service at St. Anthony's Dining Room!Your help is essential to the success of our daily hot meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in food preparation, food packing, and ensuring our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Join us to help us serve over 1,000 meals each day! After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. 121 Golden Gate Ave

Prepare medically-tailored meals at 730 Polk Street, 1st Floor. Tasks involve labeling meal trays and portioning meal components based on client diets.

Assemble medically-tailored groceries and meals at 730 Polk Street, 2nd Floor — assembling frozen 7-packs and building grocery boxes for clients.

Click here to sign up for Winter 2026-27 shifts. Community Markets are large-scale, multi-day pantries that are equity-centered and community-led. They feel like a grocery store with community participants able to browse, touch, and choose products. This opportunity is an indoor community market being operated by Food Bank staff. Volunteers will assist with various roles, including but not limited to: Lead Volunteer, Inventory Assistant, Greeter, Sign-In/Intake, Stocker, Co-Shopper, Loading Assistant/Runner, or Floater. Upon arrival, volunteers will be assigned and trained for a specific task based on a range of factors, including: number of staff, volunteers, participants, volunteer preference, and other considerations. ---- Individuals and Teams are welcome! Please only volunteer if you have responded to an opportunity. Orientation and training are included in each shift. Volunteers MUST be 11 years or older and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Shifts at Community Markets do not qualify for SFMTA, SF Court, and Project 20 hours, more info here. ---- Guidelines: With so few volunteer spots at Community Markets, each missing volunteer makes a huge difference in the shift. While we hope you can attend, please cancel your response as early as possible if you are unable to attend. Only volunteer if you are healthy and completely comfortable serving. Closed-toe shoes are required at all volunteer projects. Be aware there will not be a place to store personal belongings, please do not bring valuables.

Join us as we embark on a wonderful adventure at Charles Drew! We support a group of 4th graders at Charles Drew Elementary School in the Bayview neighborhood. Volunteers will support and mentor this energetic group of budding authors, and lead them through the writing process, from brainstorming and pre-writing, to drafting, and on through revising, editing, and publishing. This is a great opportunity to support students in building foundational writing skills! Schedules: This is a year-long publication program. We encourage you to sign up for a consistent weekly tutoring shift in order to build relationships with students and create a strong community. However, if you are unable to commit to weekly sessions, your support is always welcome, anytime your schedule allows. A typical shift looks like: 12:45-12:55 pm (tutor prep and orientation) 12:55-1:40 pm (Session- 4th grade) 1:40-1:55 pm (tutor debrief)

Join us and support our partnership with Bessie Carmichael Elementary School! Every Thursday, volunteers will have the chance to work with our fantastic 3rd & 4th grade students as they continue their adventure as wonderful writers! Volunteers will support and mentor students as they begin to work on a variety of writing projects ranging from narratives to poetry. Shift Overview This session meets every Thursday from 1:05 - 2:55 pm. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Orientation will begin at 12:55pm at Bessie Carmichael Elementary (375 7th St.), with a 10-minute debrief afterwards until 3:05 pm. Questions? Please contact Angela Iton, In-Schools Program Coordinator at angela@826valencia.org 375 7th Street

Help distribute food using "Client Choice" method.

help unload palette and pack orders for delivery and pick up

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Parks Powered by Volunteers Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 1:00 - 4:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Registration Required Home / Events / San Francisco Habitat Stewards Habitat Restoration Volunteers Michael Chasse When: Thursdays, 1–4 pm; Registration Required Where: Rotating National Park lands in San Francisco on Thursdays include: Presidio of San Francisco Crissy Field Specific meeting location will be listed in the registration confirmation email.​ San Francisco Habitat Stewards​ help restore and preserve the natural areas of Fort Funston, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco. Habitat restoration is a proactive, hands-on way to revitalize damaged ecosystems and promote environmental health! Learn about the plants and animals found in our local creeks, dunes, grasslands, woodlands, and other natural landscapes. Activities often include weeding, planting, watering, debris clean-up, or spreading mulch. Groups Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Visit our Groups volunteer page to learn more. Age, Skills, What to Bring: Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Read our Youth Policy Guidelines (PDF) for youth under the age of 15. Bring your completed Volunteer Agreement Form (PDF). Volunteers under the age of 18 must have the parent/guardian approval section signed. We'll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Brin

IMPORTANT NOTE: This publication project meets on Thursdays in September and October. Tutor consistency is required (please sign up only if you can attend all or most of the sessions). The project will culminate in the publication of a chapbook and a live performance at the American Conservatory Theatre, consisting of plays written and performed by students for the school and local community. Each semester in ACT, students study an important social issue and incorporate their learning into monologues, scenes, and plays, which they perform on stage. The vision of this project is that students leave with the personal and academic skills needed to make wise decisions, engage in necessary discussions with other people, and become world-changers, working to build a more equal and inclusive society. Our project exists to put a spotlight on the students who have historically lived in the shadows of this city and to promote dialogue between our students and an audience (some of whom would never have the chance to truly see or hear our students). Yours truly, Mr. Robert Coverdell and Ms. Maurisa Thompson ACT Teachers Please contact Programs Coordinator Andre at andre@826valencia.org for any questions.

St. Anthony’s Free Clothing Program (FCP) is San Francisco’s largest free clothing program. FCP provides fresh, clean clothes, to low-income families and individuals, including those who are experiencing homelessness. It is our goal to distribute the highest quality of clothing possible to ensure that our guests have a positive and dignified experience. Tasks will include sorting, hanging, and quality checking clothing and assisting as personal shoppers for guests. Volunteer shifts may also include creating emergency clothing kits and hygiene item kits. Volunteers must be able to stand for up to three hours, lift up to 20 lbs, and participate in activities with repetitive motion. After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. Please be aware that unlike our other St. Anthony's programs, the Free Clothing Program is unable to have guests (someone receiving clothing service) volunteer at this time. Therefore, we ask that current Free Clothing Program guests do not sign-up to volunteer in our program. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing you soon! 121 Golden Gate Ave

Tangibly share the love of God by providing fresh groceries to low-income households in the Tenderloin. Volunteers help set up the room, manage food stations, language interpretation, and assist with clean-up.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Parks Powered by Volunteers Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 2:00 - 5:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Fort Mason Register Now Home / Events / Black Point Historic Gardens Volunteers Working in Black Point Historic Gardens Maria Durana/Parks Conservancy When: Thursdays 2–5 pm and Fridays 9 am–Noon; First Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Where: Meet at the top of the main staircase, just behind the Fort Mason General's Residence. If no one is there to greet you, please walk into the gardens – we are already working on the site! Registration is required. East Black Point, a quiet and all but forgotten spot, neglected for decades, and tucked away above the hustling bustling San Francisco waterfront. Located within Fort Mason, the site was developed with gardens and pathways in the 1850s by early San Francisco residents. Sheltered from the wind and offering striking views of the bay and city, it's easy to see why the hillside was a favored place for the community to garden and stroll. With volunteer support, the beautiful garden pathways have been unearthed, the site brought back to life, and Black Point is now open to the public. Join us in stewarding this special place! We still have a lot of work to do to make this special space feel like a garden again. Volunteers will help to remove invasive species that have overwhelmed the site and revegetate the garden with a mix of native species and horticultural species that were planted by the residents over

Strictly 18+ Join Glide's Health Empowerment and Access Team (HEAT) for an engaging shift of kit assembly! This engaging volunteer opportunity offers the chance to delve into the importance of keeping our community safe while making a tangible difference in our community. This volunteer opportunity offers the you the chance to make a tangible difference in our community. Kit making sessions take place on the 6th floor of GLIDE every Thursday from 11am - 1.30pm. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with you during these fulfilling and informative sessions. Requirements: Close toe shoes Strictly 18+

Join us as we embark on a wonderful adventure at Charles Drew! We support an energetic group of 2nd-5th graders at Charles Drew Elementary School in the Bayview neighborhood. Volunteers will support and mentor this energetic group of budding authors, and help them cultivate essential academic skills to develop a foundation of success as writers and critical thinkers. This is a great opportunity to create a warm environment for students and help them grow! Schedules: Students are enrolled in the after school program for regular sessions throughout the school year. We encourage you to sign up for a consistent weekly tutoring shift in order to build relationships with students and create a strong community. However, if you are unable to commit to weekly sessions, your support is always welcome, anytime your schedule allows.

St. Anthony’s Farmers Market is a wonderful direct service event and collaboration with the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. The service provides vital food security for low-income senior citizens in the neighborhood. Tasks include set up and take down of the event and distributing produce to our guests. Every Thursday afternoon, the Dining Room becomes a mini farmers market where folks receive healthy, fresh groceries for the week! Please note that volunteers will be serving guests who may be unmasked and whose vaccination status is unknown. Join us from 2:30 - 4:15 pm at the St. Anthony's Dining Room, 121 Golden Gate Avenue. 121 Golden Gate Ave

Support and inspire students and watch them grow as writers and thinkers in our imaginative and whimsical Tenderloin Center! You'll work with budding writers from De Marillac Academy as they learn new writing techniques and craft original works in a variety of genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. You will help students develop their confidence as writers while guiding them through the writing process, from brainstorming and pre-writing, to drafting and revising. This workshop meets every Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. - 4:05 p.m. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Tutor prep will begin at 2:50 pm. For more information, please contact our Programs Manager-Ella Glasser @ Ella@826valencia.org 180 Golden Gate Ave.

"A mentor is someone who allows you to see hope inside yourself" - Oprah Winfrey Help provide mentorship for students at The Salvation Army Kroc Center's After School Program.

Come serve dinner with GLIDE's Daily Free Meals Program and be engaged in a truly transformative experience. The shift starts with set up at 3:30pm, dinner is served to the community from 4 to 5pm, with a short clean up period from 5 to 5:30pm. We serve on average 400 - 500 meals during this shift every day. Our elderly and disabled community members are served in our Coffee House, and the general access line for the Main Dining Room opens at 4pm. Volunteers assist with everything from serving food and bussing tables, to handing out silverware and condiments. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat, and make some beautiful human connections! Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

Join One Richmond, Refuse Refuse, SF Public Works, and the community for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at One Richmond (802 Clement St) to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning will occur from 3:30pm to 4:30pm around the neighborhood. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! Organizer: Vince By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer - https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver

Welcome to After-School Tutoring! In our program, we work to give students individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students work on homework (can be ELA, history, science, math), reading, and writing. As a volunteer, you’ll work one-on-one with a student to complete their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Schedules: Students register to attend at least twice a week. Our volunteer shifts correspond to the students' schedules, so we ask that you arrive at the time of your scheduled shift. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly if your schedule allows, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. The volunteer shift includes a tutor prep session before students arrive and is followed by a 10-minute debrief after the shift ends. Next steps: You'll receive a reminder email from our team prior to your shift with more information for your first shift. When you arrive, walk past the Pirate Store into the Writing Lab. Sign in and then check in with Melissa or Julia. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before you are assigned a student to work with. Any questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa@826valencia.org or 415-642-5905 ext. 403

At After-School Tutoring (AST), located in the Enchanted Forest of Mission Bay, our goal is to provide students with individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students complete reading, writing, and homework every day. As a volunteer, you’ll help a small number of students with their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Students sign up to attend twice a week either Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our volunteer shift is from 4:00-6:00 PM. Volunteers will get a brief orientation from 3:45-4:00 and will complete a debrief from 5:50-6:00. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. When you arrive, please use the door at the corner of China Basin and 4th Street to enter into our Writing Lab. Sign-in and then check-in with Keven or the point tutor. We will pair you with a student and give you some tips to get you started. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we suggest that you arrive 10 minutes early in order to give you a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before students arrive. Any questions? Contact our Mission Bay Programs Team at missionbay@826valencia.org 1310 4th Street

Support and inspire third, fourth, and fifth-grade students and watch them grow as writers and thinkers in our imaginative and whimsical Tenderloin Center! You'll work with budding writers from GLIDE and Cross Cultural Family Center as they learn new writing techniques and craft original works in a variety of genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. You will help students develop their confidence as writers while guiding them through the writing process, from brainstorming and pre-writing, to drafting and revising. This workshop meets every Thursday from 4:10 p.m. - 5:10 p.m. While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Tutor prep will begin at 4:00pm. For more information, please contact our Programs Manager-Ella Glasser @ Ella@826valencia.org 180 Golden Gate Ave.

Buena Vista Horace Mann (NEW LOCATION: 325 La Grande Ave, next to June Jordan HS): After School Writing Workshop Shift Overview: We work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students who attend the Jamestown After School Program at BVHM. We guide our students to complete original writing pieces in a variety of genres and to develop essential writing skills in the following areas: ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. Lessons, conversations, and writing happen in both English and Spanish. Volunteer Role: As a tutor, you will work with students, either one-on-one or in small groups, and support them as they take pieces through the writing process and develop key writing skills. This is a great opportunity to create a warm environment for students and help them grow! Schedule: On Mondays and Wednesdays we lead two hour-long sessions. On Tuesdays and Thursdays we lead one hour-long session. Monday: 4:00 - 6:30 PM Tuesday: 4:00 - 5:30 PM Wednesday: 2:45 - 5:30 PM Thursday: 4:00 - 5:30 PM We start each session with Tutor Prep, where we review important skills and information about the day's lesson. We end each session with Tutor Debrief, where you'll have the opportunity to share your observations and feedback with us. On Mondays and Wednesdays we work with two groups of students for one hour each. On Tuesdays and Thursdays we meet with only one group. We encourage you to tutor with us at least once a week on the same day so you're able to establish consistent, supportive relationships with a small group of students. Directions: WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE SCHOOL: Our program takes place in the school library (room 220) on the second floor. Here is some guidance for finding us: Use the main entrance on La Grande Ave and come into the main lobby. One of our team members will come to the lobby at the start of the shift (4pm on Mon, Tue, & Thu; 3pm on Wed) to greet you and show you the way to our space. If you are running late, or you don't find us in the lobby, you can ask for support from a staff person at the door of the school. They can direct you. You can also try to find us on your own, by: Walking up the staircase directly in front of the entrance. Slight right at the top of the staircase, then left down hallway with red lockers. Walk to the end of the hallway and on the left is the library. GETTING TO THE SCHOOL: Public Transportation: Option 1: Take BART and get off at the Glenn Park station. Take the 52 bus. Get off at Brazil and Prague. Option 2: Take BART and get off at the Balboa Park station. Take the 29 or 54 bus. Get off at Persia Ave & Prague St and walk to the school (less than 5 min). Option 3: Take the 14 or 14R Mission bus and get off at Persia Ave and Mission St. Take the 29 bus and get off at Persia Ave & Prague St. OR From the intersection of Persia Ave & Mission St, it is a 21 minute walk uphill to the school. Parking Guidance: The school does not have a dedicated parking lot. We suggest you look for parking on Sunnydale Ave, Brazil Ave and in the surrounding neighborhood. Please note that if you drive you may encounter traffic from parents picking up their children. * We are not allowed to use the parking lot at the top of Brazil Ave. Contact Information: For any questions or additional information, please contact: Program Coordinator: Leo Warshaw-Cardozo Email: leo@826valencia.org Phone: (415) 341-7198 or Program Manager: Stephanie Calasanz Miño Email: stephanie@826valencia.org Phone: 415-378-9721 325 La Grande Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112 PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN LOCATION FROM PREVIOUS YEARS (Next to June Jordan High School) LINK TO MAP All shifts take place in the library (room 220) on the second floor. You can use the map below to find us or ask a school staff member. We will try to be there to show you the way on your first day. Email *

Farming Hope, distributes over 4,000 pounds of groceries and serve more than 4,000+ meals to our community. We host weekly in-person dinners for our families and neighbors every Tuesday & Wednesday! We are thrilled to offer a safe, caring space for our families to gather and share a meal. Subscribe to the Farming Hope monthly newsletter. Tasks: Volunteers will first help with set up & client registration. Then during dinner, volunteers will plate dishes and serve our families. After dinner, volunteers will assist with breakdown and cleanup. First time volunteers: please arrive at 4:30 for a volunteer orientation and tour. Returning volunteers: please arrive by 4:45 to assist with set up and welcoming families at 5:15pm. Dress code: Wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing for serving. Arrival: Refettorio San Francisco is located at 690 Van Ness Avenue. Upon arrival, ring the doorbell (if the front door is not open) and let the team know you're there for your volunteer shift. There is street parking and a few parking lots around the area. The closest parking garage is the Opera Plaza Garage across the street from us.

CityTeam San Francisco is located in the SOMA district. Our Inside Meal Service is designed to provide nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or those in need. This is more than just a meal—it's an opportunity to offer dignity, warmth, and a sense of community. Volunteers are the heart of this service, playing a vital role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for. WHAT DOES VOLUNTEERING LOOK LIKE, but not limited to. Food preparation: platting and preparing selected menu items in our kitchen Meal Service: Serving hot meals the community with a smile from behind our counter Clean-up: moping, sweeping, dishes, wiping counters, community clean-up support, more task TBD that day.

Welcome to After-School Tutoring! In our program, we work to give students individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Students work on homework (can be ELA, history, science, math), reading, and writing. As a volunteer, you’ll work one-on-one with a student to complete their homework, coach them through their daily creative writing, and work on reading and comprehension strategies. Schedules: Students register to attend at least twice a week. Our volunteer shifts correspond to the students' schedules, so we ask that you arrive at the time of your scheduled shift. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly if your schedule allows, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. The volunteer shift includes a tutor prep session before students arrive and is followed by a 10-minute debrief after the shift ends. Next steps: You'll receive a reminder email from our team prior to your shift with more information for your first shift. When you arrive, walk past the Pirate Store into the Writing Lab. Sign in and then check in with Melissa or Julia. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before you are assigned a student to work with. Any questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa@826valencia.org or 415-642-5905 ext. 403

Responsible for teaching English as a Second Language to non-native speakers

Welcome to Evening Tutoring! In our program, we work to give students individualized attention and support outside of the classroom. Our evening program is designed for middle and high school students from 6th to 12th grade. As a volunteer, you’ll help a small number of students with their homework (such as Algebra, Geometry, Physics, Chemistry, history) and give them feedback and support on their creative writing projects. Schedules: Students register to attend once or twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Our volunteer shifts correspond to the students' schedules, so we ask that you arrive at the time of your scheduled shift. We encourage you to volunteer weekly or bi-weekly if your schedule allows, but we are happy to have you whenever you are available. The volunteer shift includes a tutor prep session before students arrive and is followed by a 10-minute debrief after the shift ends. Next Steps: You'll receive a reminder email from our team prior to your shift with more information for your first shift. When you arrive, walk past the pirate store into the writing lab. Sign in and then check in with Melissa or Julia. If it’s your first time tutoring with us, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for a brief orientation to the space and the daily routine before students arrive. Any questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa@826valencia.org or 415-642-5905 ext. 403

Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to serve coffee and breakfast to our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our breakfast meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in preparation, serving, and cleaning to ensure our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. 121 Golden Gate Ave

Come serve breakfast with GLIDE's Daily Free Meals Program and be engaged in a truly transformative experience. The shift starts with set up at 7am, breakfast is served to the community from 7:30 to 9.30am, with a short clean up period from 9 to 9:30am. We serve on average 500 - 600 meals during this shift every day. Our elderly and disabled community members are served first in our Coffee House, and the general access line for the Main Dining Room opens at 8am. Volunteers assist with everything from serving food and bussing tables, to handing out silverware and condiments. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, break a sweat, and make some beautiful human connections! Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

The Salvation Army South of Market urgently needs volunteers to help serve the elderly and underprivileged in our community by distributing food at our weekly food pantry from 7:30am - 10:00am. Active 9/26/2025 - 1/1/2027.

The Salvation Army South of Market urgently needs volunteers to help serve the elderly and underprivileged in our community by distributing food (and cleaning up) at our weekly food pantry from 7:30am - 10:00am. Active 4/4/2025 - 12/3/2027.

We are looking for volunteers to help our mobile outreach team with food and homeless sites. Please contact, jamie.morgan@usw.salvationarmy.org

Start your day with a jolt of cleanup and coffee! Join Refuse Refuse, SF Public Works, and the community for a friendly neighborhood cleanup! Volunteers will meet at Cinderella Bakery & Cafe (436 Balboa St) to grab our supplies, then cleaning will occur from 8:00am to 9:00am around the neighborhood. Stay afterwards for FREE coffee and to meet fellow volunteers. Sign up today and let’s beautify San Francisco together! Organizer: Vince By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer - https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver

The Salvation Army Garden Street Center Corps is looking for volunteers who are willing to help in our food pantry.

CityTeam San Francisco is located in the SOMA district. Our Inside Meal Service is designed to provide nutritious meals in a safe and welcoming environment for individuals experiencing homelessness or those in need. This is more than just a meal—it's an opportunity to offer dignity, warmth, and a sense of community. Volunteers are the heart of this service, playing a vital role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for. San Francisco Beautification Services includes but not limited to: Help keep our San Francisco facility and neighborhood clean and organized. Volunteers will make a difference in the community and show love to our neighbors by picking up debris around CityTeam. We will provide the gloves and trash pickers. All you need to bring is a smiling face. Volunteer Location: CityTeam San Francisco @164 6th Street, San Francisco 94103 Volunteer Requirements: Ability to treat others with love and respect. Dress modestly and comfortably with long pants, closed-toe shoes, and covered shoulders. For groups of 11 or more volunteers, need more information or are not able to sign-up here on Volunteer Hub, please contact: Cat Montes @ cmontes@cityteam.org

826 Valencia is seeking tutor support this fall to work with 12th grade students at San Francisco International High School (SFIHS) on their college essays. Students will be working on their Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) for UC applications, and some may be working on the Common App or EOP applications for CSU. Ideally, we are asking tutors to commit to multiple sessions with the same students, which supports relationship building and strengthens the outcome of the students' applications. The majority of our students are youth of color, and we especially seek volunteers who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color. We are also seeking tutors with Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic language skills. Tutors for these weekly workshops should have a solid foundation in supporting diverse learners with inclusive approaches. Dates: Fridays 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 Times: 8:30-11:00, 12:00-1:00, 1:30-2:45 For more information: Email Emily Gerstner at emilygerstner@826valencia.org. 655 De Haro St.

St. Anthony’s Free Clothing Program (FCP) is San Francisco’s largest free clothing program. FCP provides fresh, clean clothes, to low-income families and individuals, including those who are experiencing homelessness. It is our goal to distribute the highest quality of clothing possible to ensure that our guests have a positive and dignified experience. Tasks will include sorting, hanging, and quality checking clothing and assisting as personal shoppers for guests. Volunteer shifts may also include creating emergency clothing kits and hygiene item kits. Volunteers must be able to stand for up to three hours, lift up to 20 lbs, and participate in activities with repetitive motion. After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. Please be aware that unlike our other St. Anthony's programs, the Free Clothing Program is unable to have guests (someone receiving clothing service) volunteer at this time. Therefore, we ask that current Free Clothing Program guests do not sign-up to volunteer in our program. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing you soon! 121 Golden Gate Ave

Welcome, Tree Care Volunteers! Join us and help care for young street trees so they grow healthy, strong, and beautiful. This event is for community Tree Care volunteers, and we'll provide pruning instructions and necessary tools.

Join us as we continue our partnership with Bret Harte! Every Friday, volunteers will have the chance to develop the imaginations of 4th and 5th graders at Bret Harte Elementary School, in San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood.

MUST BE 18 OR OLDER TO VOLUNTEER  Join Us in Fighting Food Insecurity Be a part of Mission Action's El Mercadito, a vital community-driven food distribution program at 1050 South Van Ness Ave. We believe that everyone deserves access to nutritious, culturally appropriate food, and we need dedicated volunteers to help make that possible. El Mercadito operates as a market-style pantry, allowing individuals and families facing food insecurity to select their own groceries with dignity and choice. This welcoming environment ensures that families receive food that meets their dietary and cultural needs. Our distribution takes place every Wednesday, and volunteers play a key role in ensuring the process runs smoothly. Who We Look For Ideal candidates for this volunteer opportunity possess the following qualities: Team players committed to collaborative efforts. Reliable and punctual individuals. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy. Compassionate toward those facing food insecurity. Physically capable of standing, bending, and lifting. Your Impact Volunteering at El Mercadito offers numerous benefits, including: Making a meaningful impact in the community by increasing food access. Personal fulfillment through service to others. Skill development in teamwork, organization, and communication. Networking opportunities with fellow volunteers and community members.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Parks Powered by Volunteers Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 9:00am - 12:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Presidio of San Francisco Register Now Home / Events / Presidio Forest Stewards Presidio Volunteers Maria Durana/Parks Conservancy When: Fridays, 9 am–Noon; Registration Required Where: Presidio of San Francisco. Specific meeting location will be listed in the registration confirmation email. ​​​​Forest Stewards tend to young trees in the Presidio’s reforestation areas. Learn about urban forestry and arboriculture, while assisting with forest maintenance through planting, weeding, mulching, and other stewardship activities.​ Check the Presidio Trust website for additional updates. Groups Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Visit our Groups volunteer page to learn more. Age, Skills, What to Bring: To save time on your first visit, please bring a completed Presidio Trust Volunteer Agreement Form (download English, Spanish, Chinese). Our staff also have copies of these forms available on-site, if needed. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have the parental consent section of these forms signed by a parent/legal guardian or they will not be allowed to participate. Please review our Family and Youth Guidelines (PDF) for youth under the age of 15. We'll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing wea

Assemble medically-tailored groceries and meals at 730 Polk Street, 2nd Floor — assembling frozen 7-packs and building grocery boxes for clients.

Prepare medically-tailored meals at 730 Polk Street, 1st Floor. Tasks involve labeling meal trays and portioning meal components based on client diets.

We welcome lunch volunteers Monday to Saturday, from 9 AM to 3 PM. If you can't do the whole shift, that's not a problem; we appreciate any support you can offer. No sign-up or advance notice is required — just show up!

Parks Powered by Volunteers Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 9:00am - 12:00pm Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Google Outlook iCal Fort Mason Register Now Home / Events / Black Point Historic Gardens Volunteers Working in Black Point Historic Gardens Maria Durana/Parks Conservancy When: Thursdays 2–5 pm and Fridays 9 am–Noon; First Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Where: Meet at the top of the main staircase, just behind the Fort Mason General's Residence. If no one is there to greet you, please walk into the gardens – we are already working on the site! Registration is required. East Black Point, a quiet and all but forgotten spot, neglected for decades, and tucked away above the hustling bustling San Francisco waterfront. Located within Fort Mason, the site was developed with gardens and pathways in the 1850s by early San Francisco residents. Sheltered from the wind and offering striking views of the bay and city, it's easy to see why the hillside was a favored place for the community to garden and stroll. With volunteer support, the beautiful garden pathways have been unearthed, the site brought back to life, and Black Point is now open to the public. Join us in stewarding this special place! We still have a lot of work to do to make this special space feel like a garden again. Volunteers will help to remove invasive species that have overwhelmed the site and revegetate the garden with a mix of native species and horticultural species that were planted by the residents ov

Join us for a podcasting field trip with students at our Tenderloin Center! In this program, you'll help students create vivid, informative, and compelling podcasts and record their pieces with style and confidence. ✨🎤✨ Tutors will work with students as they brainstorm, plan, write, and revise their podcast, and help prepare students to record their podcasts that will engage and inspire a listening audience! Please note that no experience in audio production is necessary. There will be a 15-minute tutor orientation at the start of each shift. This time will vary as we adjust our start time to best fit teachers' schedules. You will always receive a volunteer reminder email 24 hours prior to the field trip date with specific timing! For more information, please contact Abby Sandoval, Program Coordinator, at tlfieldtrips@826valencia.org. Check out our student podcasts on SoundCloud. 180 Golden Gate Ave

The GLIDE Daily Free Meals Program needs your help behind the scenes— prep shift volunteers will work with Meals Program staff to make sandwiches and prepare bagged lunches, chop vegetables, sort food donations, and more. The full duration of this shift will take place in our prep room. Requirement: ·        8+ years old (fully completed and signed minor waiver required for volunteers younger than 18) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation, we look forward to serving the community together with you! —The GLIDE Volunteer Team

Our Dining Room needs volunteer support to prepare and serve delicious meals for our guests! Your help is essential to the success of our daily hot meal service. Volunteers will be assigned roles in food preparation, food packing, and ensuring our Dining Room guests are served with dignity. Please note that volunteers will be serving inside our Dining Room where the vaccination status of guests who are eating may be unknown. Volunteers are not required to do any heavy lifting; however, they will need to stand for the majority of the shift. Join us to help us serve over 1,000 meals each day! After signing up you should receive a confirmation email. If it does not appear in your inbox, please check your spam folder. If you are still unable to find your confirmation, email us at volunteer@stanthonysf.org. 121 Golden Gate Ave

If you’ve ever wanted to go on an adventure, now’s your chance! We’ve got open Crew Member positions for our Field Trip offerings at our Valencia Street location! Each Thursday* and Friday we will guide a 4th grade, 5th grade or 4th/5th combo classes through the steps of the writing process. No two adventures are ever the same so there’s always something to write home about!!! *Thursday may also be offered to 2nd-3rd grade classes as a Storytelling and Bookmaking field trip. You will be notified of the type of field trip you are supporting in the reminder email sent to you the day before. Our program offers upper elementary teachers a choice of two different field trip options during the school year. Since we are now offering a choice of field trips, we would let you know before the shift which kind of adventure we'd be hosting that day. After each of our field trips, students leave with a copy of their newly-published collaborative book with their own unique ending, complete with their photo on the About the Author page. Our goal for all of our field trips is that students walk away believing that writing can be fun! 826 Valencia's 4th-5th grade Field Trips Options 1) CYOA: On this field trip students are charged with writing an action-packed Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA) story. After being introduced to the CYOA genre, students collaboratively create a unique setting and a problem for our story which is told in second-person narration. As a class, they write the first page of the story – which must end with a choice between two possible story branches. With the guidance of our Lead Storyteller, our Copy Editor, and our volunteer Table Typists, students collaboratively create all types of twists and turns in the story, before choosing to work individually on an ending for one of the story arcs. Table Typist Role: You'll be one of four Table Typist volunteers tasked with typing the student-driven story into a Google Doc and/or assisting a group of 6-15 students as they discuss and develop the next branch of the story. Near the end of the field trip, you will support students as they work to finish certain story branches individually. This adventure is really fast-paced and requires quick typing and even quicker thinking! 2) Multiverse of CYOA (MV/CYOA): This new field trip concept borrowed from 826NYC is a bridge between our MSTBM field trip and our traditional Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA). Intended for 4th grade students, this experience gives our writers a bit more more agency in their story writing than in our storybook making field trips while still offering much needed small group support and collaboration. Unlike our CYOA students second cliffhanger before getting individual writing time to imagine their own satisfying conclusion or write to another cliffhanger in another alternate universe!!! Table Typist Role: You'll be one of 4-6 Table Typist volunteers tasked with typing the student-driven story into a Google Doc while assisting a group of 4-6 students as they discuss and develop the next branch of the story. Near the end of the field trip, you will support students as they work to individually finish the story branches of their choosing. Note: This madcap adventure is really fast-paced and requires quick typing, a quick sense of humor, and even quicker thinking!

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Single person delivery volunteer

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Please indicate "driver" or "rider," and qty: 1. If a team, qty is 2

Please indicate "driver" or "rider," and qty: 1. If a team, qty is 2

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Join us and support our writing program at Sanchez Elementary School! Every Thursday and Friday, volunteers will have the chance to work with 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders as they continue their adventure as wonderful writers! Volunteers will support and mentor students as they begin to work on a variety of writing projects ranging from personal narratives to poetry. Shift Overview There are multiple shift options: Thursdays: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (3rd - Bilingual Spanish) Lunch break 12:50 PM - 2:10 PM (4/5 combo - Bilingual Spanish) Fridays: 10:15 AM - 11:15 PM (3rd English) 11:20 AM - 12:15 PM (4/5 combo English) While being a consistent volunteer is helpful, we encourage you to participate as your schedule allows. Questions? Please contact Stephanie Calasanz Miño, Program Manager, at stephanie@826valencia.org

Join in creating space for neighbors to access resources and engage with community. Volunteers sit and talk with neighbors, help serve coffee, facilitate showers, manage donations, and more.

Join us as we continue our partnership with Bret Harte! Every Friday, volunteers will have the chance to develop the imaginations of 3rd graders at Bret Harte Elementary School, in San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood.

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up 15-20 bags of groceries from the Illinois Warehouse (1050 Marin St, SF) and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given SF neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registrations. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App

Thank you for helping the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank deliver groceries! Delivery volunteers will pick up around 10-15 bags of groceries from the Food Bank and deliver them to a pre-assigned list of recipients in a given Marin neighborhood. Please make sure to specify any route preferences in the “notes” section of your volunteering shift registration. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please also come prepared for your shift by doing the following: Wear close toed shoes Note the new arrival location and pickup process, effective 8/8/25 - see map Wear comfortable clothing (we recommend layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to the ever-changing weather conditions) Bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Bring your charged phone and a charger Download and activate the Onfleet App