Jan and Bud Richter Center
Community Service Opportunities Fair
Our community ties are strong because we believe this region can thrive when the community and University work as one. That’s why we show our commitment to the community by partnering with local organizations and spreading Fresno State pride across the Valley.
The Community Service Opportunities Fair is hosted bi-annually by the Richter Center. For information on the next in-person Community Service Opportunities Fair, please visit Our Events page. The fair is both an in-person and online opportunity for students and local community benefit organizations to come together in a mutually beneficial way.
Below you will find information about community benefit organizations that are currently seeking volunteers. While this list includes a diverse array of service opportunities, there are hundreds of additional organizations in our area, around the state and across the nation that are in need of assistance from dedicated, skilled volunteers like you. Additional sources of information on service opportunities include Serve Fresno, HandsOn Central California, California Volunteers , Just Serve and Volunteer Match. The Richter Center staff can also provide more personalized assistance if the resources on this page do not meet your needs. Please email Trisha Studt at tstudt@csufresno.edu for additional assistance.
Please start by looking at the first tab below, "Students: Start Here!", where you will find helpful hints for your search.
As you prepare to investigate and select a community service opportunity, consider:
- Your personal goals and any applicable course requirements?
- Do you prefer a virtual, in-person, or hybrid service experience?
- What community issue(s) do you care about?
- Are there individual or group availability/scheduling limitations?
When researching and speaking with community organizations:
- Visit their website to learn more about the agency mission and services.
- Ask about potential volunteer opportunities, including suggesting ideas or projects related to your course goals or personal interests/skills.
- What requirements, orientation, and training are expected of students?
- What is the application process?
- Is there a specific schedule you will need to follow?
- Who would be your primary site supervisor/point of contact?
- Be clear about your class requirements, individual goals, and availability.
Follow the 5 Ps by being:
- Prompt: Start researching and contacting sites right away. Dont procrastinate.
- Prepared: Have a clear plan for introducing yourself, including who you are, why you are contacting the agency, and what questions you have for them.
- Patient: Agencies are often understaffed and overworked, so they may not be able to return your call or email as quickly as you think they should.
- Persistent: Even though you need to be patient, you can follow up on your own if you dont hear back from the agency a day or two after your initial message.
- Polite: Always be polite! Let them know you realize they are busy, but that you are very interested in talking to them about serving at their agency.
If you have questions or need individual assistance in identifying service opportunities, please email tstudt@csufresno.edu
Website: artoflifecancer.org
Contact: Lizette Ray, 559.326.4495, liz@artoflifecancer.org
We build hope, strength and joy for those impacted by cancer through creative experience and a place of reflection and renewal in the Art of Life Healing Garden.
Website: bigs.org
Contact: Zenia Brizendine, 559.268.2447, info@bigs.org
For more than 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, professionally supported 1:1 matches between adult volunteers (Bigs) and children (Littles), ages 6 through 14. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people. Help children in our community who need and deserve mentors build self-confidence and realize their potential by volunteering today.
Website: www.bgcfresno.org
Contact: Allyah Orozco, 559.266.3117, aorozco@bgclubfc.org
Our Mission: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
We have 14 different club locations throughout Fresno County. We serve youth ages 6-18. We are a non-profit organization that specializes in Youth Development. We have been in Fresno since 1949!
We provide Volunteer Opportunities for anyone over 12 for school, court orders, or just for fun! Volunteerism with us consists of general maintenance tasks and assisting program staff. We also provide opportunities for special events and group projects. Please view the "Volunteer Opportunities" page on our website to view and begin the application process, categorized by age.
Virtual training is required for all applicants and is worth 2.5 hours of community service at no charge.
Only adult applicants must have cleared results for Background Checks and Fingerprinting
to be allowed entry into our Clubhouses for Volunteer hour collection. It is not required
for those needing less than 20 hours in a year.
Club Membership is required for those under 18.
Clubs are open in the afternoons all year round! Operating hours change during the summer months, and all clubs are CLOSED on the weekends.
For applicants with Court Orders, you will be required to submit proof of the original Court Order before applying. Letters of Verification may be provided per request. Please refer to our website for more information, or you may contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
Website: breakthebarriers.org
Contact: Jared Hergenrader, 559.307.0729, jared@breakthebarriers.org
Break the Barriers (BTB) celebrates awareness and victories of all abilities, ethnicities, and ages through exceptional programs, outreach, and inclusion education. Student volunteers have many opportunities throughout the semester to market/promote and work at events during the semester.
Website: bulldogpantry.org
Contact: Erica Bird, 559.224.9052, thebulldogpantry@gmail.com
We are a student run food pantry seeking to:
-Provide food to students and families in need.
-Engage students through volunteering.
-Provide resources and materials in partnerships with other non-profits.
-Maintain sustainability through donations and community partnerships.
In doing so we aspire to help the community one neighbor at a time. Very few of our volunteer options are virtual. The majority are helping to set up our distributions and to help during the distributions. Our food distributions are on select Saturday mornings often twice a month.
Website: carefresno.org
Contact: 559.473.4746, admin@carefresno.org
Care Fresno is a Christian non-profit with a mission of cultivating hope and healing
in under-resourced communities in Fresno. We run after-school programs to build mentoring
relationships with children in neighborhoods. Our goal has been to help decrease crime
by forming these relationships. Our after-school programs consist of mindfulness time,
homework time, Bible studies, a healthy snack, outdoor games and activities, and arts
and crafts.
We are in need of volunteers that love working with children and want to serve their
community. Our volunteers make this program possible! As a volunteer, you would get
to be a mentor to children and make a difference in their lives.
Website: Catholic Charities
Contact: Christy Nichols, 559.237.0851, cnichols@ccdof.org
Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno is a Community Benefit Organization serving the needs of those in crisis with sites in Fresno, Merced and Bakersfield. We are the first responders in helping our neighbors with food, clothing and other basic necessities regardless of age, race or beliefs. Hunger extends far beyond our brick and mortar sites. Thanks to our supporters we are able to fulfill our mission to serve all those in need throughout the 35,239 square miles within the Diocese of Fresno.
Website: donateblood.org
Contact: Alis Mejia, 559.240.9849, mmejia@donateblood.org
The Central California Blood Center (CCBC) is dedicated to serving patients in need by providing a safe and reliable blood supply to hospitals throughout the Central Valley. We are committed to saving lives, building stronger communities, and inspiring hope through the generosity of our blood donors and the dedication of our volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities
By volunteering with CCBC, you can play a vital role in supporting our mission:
Blood Drives: Assist with donor check-ins, provide refreshments, and ensure donors
have a positive experience.
Community Tabling Events: Educate the public about the importance of blood donation
and encourage participation.
Translation Services: Help bridge language gaps by translating materials and information
into Spanish, Hmong, Punjabi, and other languages.
Event Support: Help organize and facilitate community events that promote blood donation
and awareness.
Ambassador Program: Become a Blood Donation Ambassador to lead outreach efforts in
your community and inspire others to donate.
Website: ccfoodbank.org
Contact: Te'Shkia Coleman-Pierce, 559.237.3663 ext 1140, volunteermanager@ccfoodbank.org
"OUR MISSION: Transforming lives together, in the passionate pursuit to end hunger in Central California one meal, one neighbor, one community at a time."
By contributing just a few hours of your time, you'll be instrumental in providing vital support to those facing food insecurity in Central California. Every month, we serve over 300,000 individuals in need, and it's through the dedication of volunteers like you that we're able to achieve this goal.
As a volunteer, you'll play a crucial role in boxing, bagging, and sorting food items. These essential tasks ensure that our distribution network of over 200 partners can effectively reach our neighbors in need. Whether you're part of a group or an individual looking to make a difference, there are numerous ways for everyone to get involved.
Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:
Distribution Center (4010 E Amendola Dr., Fresno, Ca 93725)
Ideal for both individuals and groups, our Distribution Center offers opportunities
to pack meals and sort produce prior to distribution to our families, children, and
individuals in need. We welcome volunteers: Children aged 5-14 accompanied by an adult
and those 15 and older able to volunteer independently.
Monday-Thursday | 8:00am-10:30am & 11:00am-1:30pm
First Fruits Market (2025 E Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA 93726)
Join us in supporting our neighbors at our newly established free grocery store located
at Fresno Missions City Center. Tasks may also include restocking, inventory management,
and assisting with intake and checkout. Volunteers must be 15 years and older.
Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday: 7:30am-10:30am, 10:00am-1:00pm, & 12:30pm-3:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 10:30am-1:30pm (Inventory control and pantry replenishment)
Saturday Sort Days (4010 E Amendola Dr., Fresno, Ca 93725)
Perfect for individuals, families, and groups alike! Saturday Sort Days involve assembling
emergency meal boxes or bags, and sorting produce for distribution within our 5 counties.
Children aged 5-14 are welcome with an adult.
First Saturday of the Month| 8:00am-11:30am
Groceries2Go (4010 E Amendola Dr., Fresno, Ca 93725)
Volunteers for Groceries2Go will play a vital role in our emergency food relief efforts.
They will provide support to neighbors through scheduled appointments, distributing
emergency meal boxes and a variety of fresh produce, dry goods, and dairy items directly
to their vehicles.
Monday-Friday: 7:30am-10:30am & 10:30am-1:30pm
Website: everyneighborhood.org
Contact: Andrea Ricci, 661.619.0031, volunteer@everyneighborhood.org
Every Neighborhood Partnership equips you to serve in elementary schools either with our Saturday Sports program or the Literacy Mentor program.
The Saturday Sports program you would volunteer for two-hours on Saturday mornings in a group mentoring setting with students at elementary school site campuses.
The Literacy Mentoring program you would volunteer in classrooms at least 1-2 hours per week, working with students one-on-one on their foundational reading skills- in either Kinder-6th grade.
Website: epuchildren.org
Contact: Carrie Ann Anderson, 559.229.2000 ext. 2140, canderson@epuchildren.org
EPU guides and strengthens families and children with unique needs through early intervention and supportive services that cultivate hope and resilience.
EPU has many opportunities for community volunteers, long-term volunteers, and internships that are focused on child development, social work and services, child psychology, and office administration.
We encourage browsing our website to become familiar with who we are and how we serve our community.
Website: fstc.net
Contact: Jessica Colin, 559.732.1970 x 6005, jessica.colin@fstc.net
Family Services is a non-profit organization that provides a variety of services to help children, adults, and families heal from violence and thrive in healthy relationships in the community of Tulare County.
Their programs include:
-Karen's House, domestic violence shelter
-Rape Crisis Center
-Legal Advocacy
-Supportive Housing
-Counseling Services
-Violence & Abuse Intervention
-& more!
Volunteer Opportunities:
-Crisis Counselor, Domestic Violence
-Crisis Counselor, Sexual Violence
-Distribution Help
-Communications/Marketing
-Community Outreach
-Special Events
Website: facefresno.org
Contact: Sharlize Bonilla, 559.431.3223, office@facefresno.org
Our mission is to walk alongside struggling families in the Robinson-Hoover Neighborhood by mobilizing and equipping people for community transformation.
FACE offers a variety of meaningful ways to serve and invest in our community:
GED Tutors: Support adult learners as they pursue their high school equivalency diploma.
After-School Program Volunteers: Provide tutoring, homework help, and lead engaging crafts and activities with children.
Field Trip Chaperones: Accompany and mentor students during educational outings.
Seasonal Opportunities - Join us for short-term projects throughout the year, such as:
Banquet Planning & Assistance: Help with event preparation, setup, and guest hospitality at FACE’s annual fundraising banquet.
Summer Reading Club: Encourage literacy by reading alongside children.
Safety Swim Lessons: Assist instructors and support young swimmers.
Christmas Food Box Assembly: Help prepare and distribute holiday food boxes for families in need.
Whether you have a few hours a week or want to volunteer seasonally, FACE has opportunities for you to make a lasting impact.
Website: fresnodiscoverycenter.org
Contact: Sarah Bradbury, 559.251.5533, sarahjoy@fresnodiscoverycenter.org
Our mission is to ignite curiosity and imagination in Central Valley youth by providing hands-on STEAM experiences. We have 3 categories of volunteering:
1. Floor Staff interact with guests:
Docent - give tours, develop and/or lead STEAM activities
Science Center Assistant - greet guests, support center staff, clean exhibits and
buildings
Educator Assistant - assist with STEAM activities, classes, or field trips at the
Center or off-site at schools or events
Event Staff - assist in planning, organizing, set up, facilitating, and/or clean up
of events.
2. Behind the Scenes deals with outdoor and/or maintenance tasks:
Building & Exhibit Maintenance - repairing and/or maintaining buildings & Exhibits
Landscaping - gardening, weeding, weed whacking, pruning, Cactus Garden Maintenance,
etc.
Animal Care - cleaning enclosures, prepping meals, handling animals, animal presentations
NOTE: Not everyone who signs up will have the opportunity to be placed in this role.
Volunteers will be eligible to apply for this role after their probationary review.
3. Administration is more office based:
Marketing - Survey teachers & guests, Take pictures & videos, create social media
content, videos, flyers, posters, signage, etc.
IT - website management, office support, etc.
Committee Member - Current committees include Events, Exhibit, Membership, and Caf
Scientifique.
Website: fresnometmin.org
Contact: Zack Valle, 559.485.1416, info@fresnometmin.org
"We have several volunteer opportunities throughout the year with the following programs:
Community Gardens: Come volunteer at one of our community gardens around Fresno. Our biggest garden Yo'ville (872 W Atchison Ct, Fresno, CA 93706) has volunteer days on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 8 am-11 am. No registration is needed! Contact us at Gardens@Fresnometmin.org for group opportunities, other gardens, or any questions.
Cooking Matters: Volunteer to assist us with cooking classes at community centers around Fresno. Contact us at info@Fresnometmin.org for more information on dates.
Gleaning: Help us recover food from neighbor's fruit trees and donate it to the food bank to help feed families in need. Gleaning dates and times vary contact us at info@Fresnometmin.org."
Website: fresnochaplaincy.org
Contact: Irmalinda Rodriguez, 559.621.2114, Irmalinda.rodriguez@gresno.gov
The Fresno Police and Fire Chaplaincy is committed to being first to serve providing
spiritual and emotional support to first responders and victims of trauma. Under the
umbrella of the Chaplaincy, we have a program called Project STEALTH (Stop Teen Exploitation
And Liberate Through Hope). It is a youth mentoring and support program for at risk
teens ages 13-17, in Fresno County who are facing tough challenges like violence,
gangs, or unstable home lives. Through group sessions, mentoring, and family support,
we help teens build the skills to heal, lead, and thrive while strengthening family
bonds and creating a brighter future. How can you get involved? Becoming a Youth Support
Volunteer Mentor and walk alongside one of our teens, restore hope, help build resilience,
and become someone who can impact their lives. Internship opportunities for Project
STEALTH and the Chaplaincy are available for students in Social Work, Criminology
/ Psychology, Education. We also have media and business opportunities for the Chaplaincy.
Website: habitatfresno.org
Contact: Celena Genest, 559.237.4102, celena@habitatfresno.org
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Our vision is a world where everyone has decent and affordable housing. We are home builders, but we have lots of other ways to support the mission!
- New Home Construction - join us on the job site to build homes for deserving families, meet the future home-owners, and learn a new skill. No experience necessary.
- ReStore - the ReStore in Clovis is a thrift-retail environment curated from community
donations! Join us Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm to help organize, merchandise, assist
customers, and accept donations.
- Cookie Committee - if you like to bake or cook our Cookie Committee is for you! Prepare treats for volunteers, and receive volunteer hours yourself. Flexible drop off days and locations - contact Celena directly to arrange to drop off goodies!
- Outreach & Hospitality - want to gain in-depth knowledge about Habitat Fresno? Then, we would love to have you table events or assist with our Ambassador position!
Have a talent or skill that you'd like to share? We are always looking for new ways to partner with the community - let us know!
Find more information here.
Website: hnconline.org
Contact: Lester Moon, 559.625.3822, hncvisalia@gmail.com
Hands in the Community of Tulare, Kings and lower Fresno Counties serves those in need. Our objective is to assist people in becoming self-sufficient and, more specifically, to strengthen the ability of individuals and families to care for themselves. We provide access to volunteers, group & services towards improved care and well-being. All of those we serve are low-income, children, families, veterans, disabled, at-risk youth, and elderly. The following volunteer opportunities are available: Event planning, social media, office assistant, volunteer coordinator, and internship coordinator.
Website: hindshospice.org
Contact: Sven Hamilton, 559.317.6016, volunteer@hindshospice.org
The mission of Hinds Hospice is to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Opportunities: Hospice Home, Patient Care, Circle of Friends, Flower Power, Thrift Stores, Special Events.
Website: kingswateralliance.org
Contact: Jake Jensen, 559.237.5567 x 124, jjensen@krcd.org
Kings Water Alliance is our non-profit program whose mission is to provide rural residents with safe drinking water solutions. We offer free well tests to see if residents have unsafe levels of nitrate in their drinking water. If their test results show unsafe levels of nitrate, we provide free bottled water deliveries their homes.
We need volunteers to connect with residents at different community events (food banks, resources fairs, etc.) in Fresno, Kings, or Tulare County by giving out our flyers and telling them about our free community resources. Volunteers must find their own transportation to and from events. All volunteers will receive a KWA volunteer hat and go through volunteer orientation training.
Website: wish.org
Contact: Dallas Butterfield, 916.692.3932 x 3932, dbutterfield@canv.wish.org
Volunteer & Make Your Impact!
Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. At
every level of
the organization volunteers are essential to our mission. Volunteers unite with staff
to support our vision of reaching every eligible child!
Volunteer Roles:
Event Volunteers (a couple opportunities in Central Valley coming up)
Special Project Volunteers (these go hand in hand with the events)
Office Volunteers (must be trained and complete background check)
Wish Granter Volunteer (must be 21+ years old & complete training/background check)
Website: martinpark.org
Contact: Marissa Arredondo, 559.797.7582, marissa@martinpark.org
Martin Park exists to improve childrens lives in inner-city Fresno. In addition to high-quality after-school programming, we provide spiritual growth and family empowerment in a safe and secure environment. We walk alongside youth in the healing, creating generational transformation of communities through positive relationships, restoring dignity and purpose igniting their full potential.
We have mentorship opportunities at our two afterschool program sites, M, T, W,& F,
from 2:30-5:30 pm.
Every Saturday, you can come coach or lead an art activity at our Saturday Sports
from 10 am-2 pm
On Thursdays, we give out food to the community from 10 am-2 pm
Every month, we have a community event taking place typically on a Saturday.
*All volunteers need to go through the Livescan process free of charge in order to volunteer with children.
Website: poverellohouse.org
Contact: Mary Sosa, 559.498.6988, msosa@poverellohouse.org
Believing in the dignity of every person, at Poverello House we work to enrich the lives and spirits of all who pass our way by stewarding the resources made available to us through providential and community support.
Below are current volunteer opportunities:
Website: readingandbeyond.org
Contact: Karina Olaguez, 559.342.8916, kolaguez@readingandbeyond.org
The mission of Reading and Beyond is to empower children and families to achieve productive, self-reliant lives. We have several in-person volunteer opportunities at our sites.
Opportunities includes, Preschool Teacher Aide, Afterschool Aide, and Front Office Assistant
Website: samc.com
Contact: Gaby Martinez, 559.450.5623gaby.martinez@samc.com
Hospice volunteers offer companionship to individuals nearing the end of their life. Hospice volunteers provide patient care through socialization, conversation, and a comforting presence. Patient care volunteer activities can include playing music, board games, or reading. Opportunities to volunteer with administrative tasks, and grief support groups are also available.
Website: samc.com
Contact: Brandon Miller, 559.450.5261, brandon.miller002@samc.com
Saint Agnes Medical Centers is looking for Volunteers who can help in the following departments:
- Patient Escort
- CVICU
- Cardiac Rehab
- Spiritual Care
- North Telemetry
Shifts are typically 3 hours and run from anytime in the early morning to the evening. We can work around school schedules.
Website: saltandlightworks.org
Contact: Edwin Gomez, 559.372.2180, edwin@saltandlightworks.org
Our mission is to transform the lives of our Central California neighbors at risk of or experiencing homelessness by fostering community and belonging. We provide dignified housing, essential case management services, purposeful work opportunities, and outreach programs rooted in dignity and radical hospitality. We envision a world where everyone has a place to call home and is welcomed into a community that values kinship, radical love, and compassion and where they are reminded of their worth.
We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to support this mission, including:
Meal Preparation and Service: Cook or bring meals, serve them to our neighbors, and share a meal to create connections and build relationships.
Feast + Friendship Events: Volunteers prepare, serve, and share a meal in a warm and welcoming environment and cultivate community.
Special Events and Classes: Support activities like holiday-themed events or educational workshops that bring creativity and joy to the community.
Merchandise: Assist in counting and organizing donated items to ensure theyre efficiently distributed.
Food Donation Pickup: Help transport donations from Crumbl Cookies and Fugazis to share with our neighbors as part of our outreach efforts.
To explore these opportunities and sign up, please visit our volunteer platform at Salt + Lights Volunteer Site (https://salt-light.vomo.org/org/salt-and-light-works) . There, youll find a complete list of opportunities and details about how you can get involved.
We sincerely appreciate your willingness to support our mission and look forward to welcoming you into our community. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Website: www.riverparkway.org
Contact: Molly Schnur-Salimbene, 559.248.8480, mschnur-salimbene@riverparkway.org
The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust's mission is to preserve and restore San Joaquin River lands of ecological, scenic or historic significance, to educate the public on the need for stewardship, to research issues affecting the river, and to promote educational, recreational and agricultural uses of the river bottom consistent with the protection of the rivers resources.
River Stewards: Habitat restoration, exotic species removal, trail maintenance, and river cleanup projects (drop-in monthly 4 hour events)
Education Programs Docent: Assist Trust staff with leading trips to the river for elementary school students (typically ongoing, semester long commitment of at least one day per month)
River Tours Volunteer: Assist Trust Canoe Guides with leading public river tours (seasonal weekend program)
Gardening Angels: Assist with maintenance of River Centers gardens and orchards (drop-in monthly 4 hour events)
Special Events: Assist with event set-up and tear down, parking, and other event needs (varies)
Nature Walk Guide: Assist with or lead nature walks for the public on Parkway properties
(seasonal monthly events)
Website: shinzenjapanesegarden.org
Contact: Emily Backowski, 559.478.4848, emily@shinzenjapanesegarden.org
Our mission is to create and grow a North American Japanese Garden that engages and inspires.
Volunteer Opportunities include:
- Becoming a docent and improving your communication skills by give tours of our garden or our bonsai garden.
- Get your hands dirty by coming out every 3rd Saturday of each month for landscape volunteering.
- Work with experienced gardeners every Wednesday and learn how to maintain a garden.
- Volunteer at any of our upcoming events.
Website: sierrafoothill.org
Contact: Allyson Brooks, 209.742.5556, allyson@sierrafoothill.org
SFC Mission Statement The grasslands, foothills, and forests between Yosemite and Kings Canyon National Parks provide land for farms and ranches, a home for native plants and wildlife, and a source of clean water. Sierra Foothill Conservancy honors our natural and cultural heritage by protecting these resources and ensuring that present and future generations will continue to experience and enjoy the land in this region.
Volunteer opportunities include trail work, fence building and repair, plantings, invasive species removal, assisting with youth field trips, and assisting with hikes.
Website: sierrameadowsfoundation.org
Contact: Megan Tatum, 559.900.7110, megan.tatum@sierrameadowsfoundation.org
The Birdie Lou Counseling Center is the first counseling center opened by the Sierra Meadows Foundation nonprofit organization. We provide entirely free mental health services to our community, prioritizing those with low income and without insurance. We are always looking for volunteers to help us with general office tasks, prescreening new clients, social media, business development, fundraiser planning, and other important tasks that help us continue to serve our community.
Website: Step Up Tutoring
Contact: Erin King, 805.991.7039, erin@stepuptutoring.org
Mission: Step Up Tutoring drives student success by providing virtual high-impact tutoring and mentorship to 2nd-6th grade students in under-resourced communities.
We recruit and train mission-driven tutors to work with students one-on-one, pairing adaptive learning technology with individualized support to drive academic gains, boost habits of success, and foster positive relationships.
Step Up Tutoring is seeking volunteers to provide virtual 1-on-1 tutoring to 2nd-6th grade students from underserved communities to help build fundamental math and literacy skills and to provide support and encouragement. All tutoring will take place virtually! All you need is a computer and internet access. No prior tutoring experience is needed.
Responsibilities:
Tutor 1-on-1 twice a week via an online video platform; each session is 45 minutes
All training is done through online, self-paced modules. No prior tutoring experience
is required.
Focus on building fundamental math and literacy skills using evidence-based online
programs
Requirements:
Must be 16 or over
Must reside in the US
Mandatory background check
Access to the internet and a computer or tablet with a camera and microphone
Minimum commitment of 12 weeks
Benefits for Students
Leadership, time management, and professional communication skills
Resume-building experience with demonstrated civic impact
A virtual peer community and flexible tutoring schedule
Hands-on experience with a variety of education and communication tech platforms
A High-Impact Tutoring Micro-credential developed in partnership with ASU
Contact: Linda Mendoza, 559.224.7613, volunteer@stonesoupfresno.org
Mission: To inspire children and nurture families to realize their full potential in America.
Volunteer opportunities - supporting and engaging with students, parents/caregivers,
and staff
- early childhood education (0 - 5)
- Learn Hmong after school program (1st - 8th grade)
Website: terryshousefresno.com
Contact: Michael Larrazabal, 559.459.2648, mlarrazabal@communitymedical.org
The mission of Terry’s House is to provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive ‘home away from home’ for families of critical care patients. We offer a place to eat, sleep, and recharge so families can remain strong and close to their loved ones during recovery.
Terry’s House has a large need for volunteers, from helping with light housekeeping duties to hosting a meal, all of which make a meaningful difference for the families staying with us.
Website: cathouseonthekings.com
Contact: Beth Caffrey, 559.443.9124, beth@cathouseonthekings.com
The Cat House on the Kings is California's largest no-cage, no-kill, lifetime cat sanctuary and adoption center. Our mission is to place rescued cats and kittens into loving, permanent homes; to provide a safe, happy and healthy home for unwanted cats and kittens in a unique, no-cage facility; to prevent pet overpopulation through spaying and neutering; and to educate the public about responsible pet ownership. Come to The Cat House and help us care for the cats! The Cat House couldn't operate without our wonderful volunteers, and we always need more! We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities and try to match each person's skills with the activities they most enjoy. Opportunities include fostering, adoption support, daily kitten care, greeter, etc.
Website: https://ecovillagefresno.org/dakotaecogarden/
Contact: Caryn Kochergen, 559.917.6852, monarchimpowerment2021@gmail.com
The Eco Village Project of Fresno provides safe and dignified living spaces for the homeless, in an environmentally sustainable manner. Residents are given the educational, emotional, physical tools, caring support and training to escape the cycle of homelessness. Each second Saturday of the month volunteers are invited to work in the garden or on construction projects alongside the residents. Volunteers are treated to coffee, fresh squeezed orange juice and blueberry pancakes. If you’re interested please call the Volunteer Coordinator, Caryn Kochergen (559) 917-6852.
Website: theridefoundation.org
Contact: Sarah Muzquiz, 559.281.5674, sarah@theridefoundation.org
The specific purpose of this corporation is to provide equine centered education, training, rescue,rehabilitation and adoption of at risk horses while at the same time, using this activity and process as a means of delivering equine based therapy to those persons suffering from traumatic stress, social anxieties, and emotional disorders.
We have several volunteer opportunities. Ranch hand, handling horses and miniature donkeys, event support, promotions and marketing.
Website: mccthrift.com
Contact: Kathy Crowder, 559.515.6362, thriftonblackstone@gmail.com
An MCC Thrift shop is a place where everyone wins. Our shops create positive change in the world, from shoppers, donors and volunteers to people in need in countries around the globe. Whether its choosing to shop secondhand as an eco-friendly practice, finding a bargain on daily necessities, clearing the clutter from your home, volunteering hours in your week or providing funds for global relief, development and peace programs, countless people benefit locally and around the world because you choose to shop at your local MCC Thrift shop.
Thrift on Blackstone (the local MCC Thrift Shop) runs almost entirely with the hard work of dedicated volunteers. Volunteers are always needed for:
Taking Donations
Sorting Donations
Pricing
Merchandising
Advertising and Promoting
Cashiering
Assisting Customers
Website: treefresno.org
Contact: Mona Nyandoro Cummings, 559.221.5556, mona@treefresno.org
Tree Fresno is a 39-year-old 501(c)(3) non-profit organization specializing in the planting of urban trees. Since 1985, the organization has planted over 53,000 drought-tolerant shade trees with the help of community volunteers and planting partners. Furthermore, in the past decade, Tree Fresno has become hyper-focused on the development of meaningful community partnerships, designed to empower Valley residents most impacted by environmental pollution. This effort has resulted in the establishment of a workforce development program with the Fresno Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce, targeting the recruitment from neighborhoods where unemployment is highest, air quality is poorest, and tree planting can bring about the most benefit. At present, Tree Fresno is partnered with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to plant a total of 1700 residential (homeowner) and community trees in South Central Fresno (AB 617), one of the most polluted areas of California. Tree Fresno also continues to partner with 24 cities and over 30 school districts, working towards the expansion of the urban tree canopy across the Central Valley of California.
Website: kremen.fresnostate.edu
Contact: Remi Vincent, 559.278.7214, remimvin@mail.fresnostate.edu
There are exciting opportunities for students at Fresno State to get involved in this program! We are currently accepting applications for Peer Mentors. Peer Mentors is a program where Fresno State students are connected with students in the Wayfinders program to create a meaningful impact.
Peer Mentors are volunteers who can help improve Wayfinders student outcomes related to: Motivation and self-esteem, Friendship, Communication and assertiveness skills, Problem-solving and decision making, Conflict resolution, Coping and Adjusting Resiliency.
Website: wesleyfresno.org
Contact: Pastor Robin, 559.224.1947, robin.mathewsjohnson@cnumc.org
We strive to love alike, even if we dont always think alike.
Like John Wesley, our namesake and founder of the United Methodist Church, we understand Scripture in the context of experience, tradition and reason. We never park our brains at the door. We believe in rolling down justice, being a part of creating a world governed not by might, power and judgment, but rather by love, mercy and grace. As United Methodists, we live by three simple rules: Rule #1. Do no harm. Rule #2. Do good. Rule #3. Stay in love with God.
Today we declare that all persons are individuals of sacred worth.
Here at Wesley, we offer second chances, forgiveness and hopefully a friendly, supportive presence. Or at least, thats our goal. Wherever you are, this is holy ground!
Website: wfresnofrc.org
Contact: Janice Mathurin-Boyd, 559.374.5750, jmathurin@wfresnofrc.org
To empower and support the communities of southwest Fresno and beyond to achieve optimal health and well-being.
Website: zacharyhortonfoundation.org
Contact: Lynn Horton, 559.349.7581, lynn@zacharyhortonfoundation.org
The mission of the Zachary Horton Foundation:
The Zachary Horton Foundation mission is to save lives by ending the stigma of addiction, offering love, hope and acceptance to those suffering with this disease. We accomplish this by providing education, outreach, resources and support to those individuals and their families impacted by substance abuse disorder.
Volunteer opportunities include but are not limited to:
1) participating in local informational events & health fairs
2) preparation and delivery of care packages to 21 sober living homes in the Fresno/Clovis
area every month which means a great deal to those working on their recovery
3) validation of the Foundation website
4) support for podcast and YouTube development
5) if there are students with grant writing experience or curriculum development,
the Foundation would benefit from assistance with both of these endeavors