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ACEing Autism
Tennis and social skills program for children with autism where high school volunteers serve as peer mentors, helping participants develop tennis skills, social connections, and confidence in a supportive environment. Volunteers gain leadership experience and understanding of autism spectrum disorders.
Alamo Women's Club Hearts of Gold Scholarship
Local scholarship recognizing service-oriented students.
Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) Summer Programs
A nonprofit that sends teens abroad for two-to-six-week summer service and cultural immersion trips across Latin America, where participants live with host families and lead community-driven service projects alongside local youth.
Arapahoe Rescue Patrol
All-volunteer search and rescue organization in Arapahoe County, Colorado, composed entirely of high school students who provide free search, rescue, and emergency services since 1957. Members complete 100+ hours of basic training (including 24 classroom hours and two 48-hour weekend field sessions) followed by a 6-month probationary period, then respond to rock climbing rescues, winter and avalanche operations, wilderness first aid, and support local law enforcement and fire departments. Recruiting opens in spring.
Asian Art Museum – Volunteer Program
The Asian Art Museum in San Francisco offers volunteer roles supporting exhibitions, education programs, and visitor services; teens can assist with events and family programs, gaining museum-arts experience and service hours.
Berkeley Animal Care Services Youth Volunteers
Animal shelter volunteer program where teens care for shelter animals, assist with adoptions, and support animal welfare programs. Volunteers gain hands-on experience with animal care and rescue operations.
Berkeley Senior Center Volunteer Program
A City of Berkeley program where volunteers help at the North and South Berkeley Senior Centers and Meals on Wheels office with front-desk work, meal service, groceries, and activities; teens under 18 may volunteer with adult supervision.
Bin Butler Valet Service
Local paid job moving trash/recycling bins for residents; flexible hours and high hourly wage.
Blackhawk Scholarship Fund
Local scholarship for graduating seniors based on academics, leadership, and service.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula Youth Volunteers
Youth volunteer opportunities mentoring younger children in after-school programs, assisting with activities, and supporting club operations. Teens develop leadership while making a positive impact on youth.
Bread & Roses Presents
A Bay Area nonprofit that brings free live music, dance, and other performances to seniors and other isolated audiences at care facilities across eight counties; teen musicians and performers can apply to volunteer as performers or hosts.
Cabin Leaders – John Baldwin 5th Grade Camp
HS students serve as cabin leaders and role models for 5th graders at outdoor school, supervising cabins and activities.
California Coastal Cleanup Day
Annual statewide volunteer event removing trash and debris from California's beaches, lakes, and waterways. Participants contribute to environmental protection and learn about marine conservation.
Chabot Space & Science Center Teen Volunteers
High school volunteers assist with educational programs, planetarium shows, exhibits, and special events. Teens gain STEM communication skills while inspiring younger visitors about space and science.
Children's Hospital Colorado Junior Volunteer Program
Year-round and summer volunteer opportunities for teens 13-18 at Children's Hospital Colorado, with a six-month minimum commitment of three hours per week. Volunteers support hospital departments and family events; outstanding volunteers are recognized with two $2,500 Junior Volunteer Recognition Scholarships annually.
City of San Jose Youth Commission
Official advisory body to San Jose City Council representing youth voices on city policies, programs, and services. Commissioners gain government experience while advocating for youth issues.
City of San Ramon – Volunteer Opportunities
Parks & Community Services roles at events, libraries, youth and recreation programs.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
$20,000 college scholarship for graduating high school seniors based on leadership, service, and impact. 150 Coke Scholars chosen annually from a national applicant pool. Application opens August 1 and closes September 30 of senior year.
Code For Fun – Internship and Volunteer
Organization teaching kids to code; HS students can intern or volunteer as teaching assistants and outreach helpers.
Concord Senior Center Youth Volunteers
Intergenerational program where teens assist with senior activities, technology help, meal service, and special events. Youth build relationships with older adults while supporting senior services.
Contra Costa Crisis Center Youth Volunteers
Crisis intervention and mental health support volunteer opportunities including hotline support, outreach, and suicide prevention programs. Extensive training provided for sensitive crisis work.
Contra Costa Library – Volunteer Opportunities
Library volunteering (shelving, children's programs, homework help, events) across county branches.
CWS Kits: Welcome Backpacks for Refugees
A Church World Service national program where school clubs, youth groups, or classes host a "Kits Party" to assemble Welcome Backpacks of food, hygiene items, and blankets for newly arrived refugee families.
East Bay Regional Park District Volunteers
Volunteer program offering trail work, habitat restoration, interpretive programs, and park maintenance across 73 parks in the East Bay. Youth gain outdoor leadership and environmental stewardship skills.
El Camino Health Junior Auxiliary
Year-long hospital volunteer program at El Camino Health where teens support hospital departments and patient-facing services in Mountain View and Los Gatos.
Empowering Children Foundation San José Volunteers
Youth volunteer program supporting children in foster care through tutoring, mentoring, activity coordination, and donation drives in San José.
EmpowerSTEM Chapter Leader Program
High schoolers start or lead a local EmpowerSTEM chapter, organizing free hands-on STEM workshops for younger students, recruiting volunteers, and expanding STEM access in their school or community.
Family House Summer High School Volunteer Program
Summer volunteer program serving families of UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital patients, helping with activities and support for families staying at Family House.
Friends of the San Francisco Public Library Teen Volunteers
Library volunteer program where teens assist with programs, shelving, community events, and literacy initiatives. Volunteers support public library services and promote reading in the community.
Girls Inc. of Alameda County Eureka Program
A multi-year STEM, sports, and leadership pipeline for girls from under-resourced East Bay communities, combining a summer intensive with school-year programming to build confidence in math and science through hands-on activities and near-peer mentors.
Global Minds Initiative
A youth-led national nonprofit where students start an after-school chapter pairing native English speakers with immigrant and refugee English-language learners to build cross-cultural friendships and practice English together.
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Youth Volunteers
Volunteer opportunities in Golden Gate National Recreation Area including trail maintenance, habitat restoration, visitor services, and park programs. Teens connect with nature while serving their community.
Habitat for Humanity East Bay Youth Build
Youth volunteer program building affordable housing for low-income families. Students learn construction skills while addressing housing insecurity and participating in community development.
Habitat for Humanity Global Village
Weeklong international home-building service trips across dozens of countries, organized for school groups with a teacher leader, giving teens hands-on experience supporting affordable-housing construction abroad.
HandsOn Bay Area
Volunteer matching platform connecting Bay Area youth with local nonprofits and community organizations. Students can find one-time or ongoing volunteer opportunities across education, environment, social services, and more.
Heart of Sonoma Valley Youth Ambassadors
Year-long youth ambassador program where teens promote community service, organize events, and advocate for youth issues in Sonoma Valley.
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