Needs From: City of San Leandro

Volunteer: 2025 Pantry distribution support (September October)

Volunteers may be asked to:

Greet Guests/ be welcoming Lift cases of food weighing 10-25 lbs Monitor line/parking lot (give directions, ask if guests have their cards) Prepack bags of food  Sort/organize food Help guests bring food to their car Wipe tables Set up/Clean up Pick up trash

Important information to keep our community safe:

If you are not feeling well, please stay home and contact us to let you know you can't make it Once we receive your response, our team will reach out to you to finalize the scheduling details. It's important to note that all volunteers need to be scheduled ahead of time to ensure we have adequate staffing without overwhelming the pantry. After 7 pm we may ask volunteers to leave early based on how many guests we have in the line

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Volunteers may be asked to:

Greet Guests/ be welcoming Lift cases of food weighing 10-25 lbs Monitor line/parking lot (give directions, ask if guests have their cards) Prepack bags of food  Sort/organize food Help guests bring food to their car Wipe tables Set up/Clean up Pick up trash

Important information to keep our community safe:

If you are not feeling well, please stay home and contact us to let you know you can't make it Once we receive your response, our team will reach out to you to finalize the scheduling details. It's important to note that all volunteers need to be scheduled ahead of time to ensure we have adequate staffing without overwhelming the pantry. After 7 pm we may ask volunteers to leave early based on how many guests we have in the line

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Monday Grocery Recovery Helper

We are looking for someone to help do a Pick Up from Lucky's (in San Leandro) every Monday.

The start time is flexible between 9-10:30 am, usually takes 1.5-2 hours

 

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes


Driver: (we have a driver for this shift)

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to a large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations are packed in large boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

We are looking for someone to help do a Pick Up from Lucky's (in San Leandro) every Monday.

The start time is flexible between 9-10:30 am, usually takes 1.5-2 hours

 

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes


Driver: (we have a driver for this shift)

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to a large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations are packed in large boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Friday Grocery Recovery Driver or Helper

We are looking for someone to do a Pick Up from Lucky's (in San Leandro) every Friday.

Time is flexible between 6:30 am - 9 am, usually takes 1.5-2 hours

 

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Driver:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to a large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations are packed in large boxes

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

We are looking for someone to do a Pick Up from Lucky's (in San Leandro) every Friday.

Time is flexible between 6:30 am - 9 am, usually takes 1.5-2 hours

 

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Driver:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to a large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations are packed in large boxes

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Adult literacy or ESL tutor

Help an adult learn to read - change a life! Project Literacy, the San Leandro Public Library's FREE adult literacy and ESL program, seeks new volunteer tutors Over 20% of people in our community have low literacy levels: they struggle on the job, when seeking accurate information, when communicating with teachers and healthcare providers, and in many other situations.

You can help! After your training, you will be matched with an adult who wants to improve their reading/writing or their English language skills. Volunteer Qualifications

Teaching experience is not necessary. We are looking for individuals who show empathy, respect, and patience for others in the learning process. We will provide you with training and support! We also need help with outreach, clerical tasks, and other support services.

Tutors must: Live in Alameda County Be 18 years old or older and have a high school diploma or GED Speak, read, and write English well Complete a self-paced orientation and three in-person training workshops Tutor a minimum of 2 hours per week for a period of at least 6 months  Prepare for weekly tutoring lessons and report required information to Project Literacy Pass fingerprinting/LiveScan New Tutor Orientation and Training

Project Literacy tutor training consists of a self-paced online orientation that can be completed at any time, and three in-person workshops held several times a year.

The next in-person training is tentatively scheduled for three 90-minute sessions to be held on Saturdays in May: the 4th, 11th, and 18th.

Please reach out for more information - there is no obligation to sign up! To receive the online orientation, or to be added to the mailing list to find out about future trainings, please email projectliteracy@sanleandro.org or call 510-577-3944. Trainings are held at the main San Leandro Public Library. 

For More Information

Email us at projectliteracy@sanleandro.org, call 510-577-3944, or visit us at sanleandro.org/literacy

Become a volunteer tutor and give the gift of literacy to an adult in your community!

Agency: San Leandro Public Library

Help an adult learn to read - change a life! Project Literacy, the San Leandro Public Library's FREE adult literacy and ESL program, seeks new volunteer tutors Over 20% of people in our community have low literacy levels: they struggle on the job, when seeking accurate information, when communicating with teachers and healthcare providers, and in many other situations.

You can help! After your training, you will be matched with an adult who wants to improve their reading/writing or their English language skills. Volunteer Qualifications

Teaching experience is not necessary. We are looking for individuals who show empathy, respect, and patience for others in the learning process. We will provide you with training and support! We also need help with outreach, clerical tasks, and other support services.

Tutors must: Live in Alameda County Be 18 years old or older and have a high school diploma or GED Speak, read, and write English well Complete a self-paced orientation and three in-person training workshops Tutor a minimum of 2 hours per week for a period of at least 6 months  Prepare for weekly tutoring lessons and report required information to Project Literacy Pass fingerprinting/LiveScan New Tutor Orientation and Training

Project Literacy tutor training consists of a self-paced online orientation that can be completed at any time, and three in-person workshops held several times a year.

The next in-person training is tentatively scheduled for three 90-minute sessions to be held on Saturdays in May: the 4th, 11th, and 18th.

Please reach out for more information - there is no obligation to sign up! To receive the online orientation, or to be added to the mailing list to find out about future trainings, please email projectliteracy@sanleandro.org or call 510-577-3944. Trainings are held at the main San Leandro Public Library. 

For More Information

Email us at projectliteracy@sanleandro.org, call 510-577-3944, or visit us at sanleandro.org/literacy

Become a volunteer tutor and give the gift of literacy to an adult in your community!

Agency: San Leandro Public Library

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94577

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Mercy Brown Bag Volunteer

This program happens 2x a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month excluding holidays.  Mercy brings food on a Truck to service 240 households.  Our volunteers will help unload the truck and then in assembly line format we will load each bag with that food.  Then at 10am start the distribution of those full grocery bags.  Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the bagging process.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

This program happens 2x a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month excluding holidays.  Mercy brings food on a Truck to service 240 households.  Our volunteers will help unload the truck and then in assembly line format we will load each bag with that food.  Then at 10am start the distribution of those full grocery bags.  Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the bagging process.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Farmers

Have you ever wanted to learn more about growing your own fruits and veggies? Here's your chance! Help us keep our oldest sites in production while our team builds out our newest ones. No experience necessary! We will provide demonstrations, trainings, and directions on all tasks. Duties include but are not limited to seeding in the greenhouse, transplanting into crop rows, harvesting, weeding, and more!

 

Our volunteer days are Mondays and Wednesdays between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. All volunteers must fill out a waiver. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian signature. Additionally, all volunteers under the age of 14 must have a chaperone.

Agency: Dig Deep Farms

Have you ever wanted to learn more about growing your own fruits and veggies? Here's your chance! Help us keep our oldest sites in production while our team builds out our newest ones. No experience necessary! We will provide demonstrations, trainings, and directions on all tasks. Duties include but are not limited to seeding in the greenhouse, transplanting into crop rows, harvesting, weeding, and more!

 

Our volunteer days are Mondays and Wednesdays between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. All volunteers must fill out a waiver. Volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian signature. Additionally, all volunteers under the age of 14 must have a chaperone.

Agency: Dig Deep Farms

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Memory Lab Assistant

What is the Memory Lab?  

The DIY Memory Lab is a do-it-yourself space with equipment to digitize home movies, scan photographs and slides, along with other personal/family keepsakes, located in the History Room on second floor of the San Leandro Public Library. It's a DIY model, with step-by-step instructions provided for user reference, with staff or volunteers on hand for technical support.  

Since the Memory Lab will be located in the History Room, there will be minimal History Room related tasks with this position.

Volunteers will receive training on the equipment before starting.  

Please note that the Memory Lab is not yet open and the start date listed for this position is subject to change.   

   

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:  

Staffs the History Room while the Memory Lab is open.  Provides one-on-one assistance to patrons using the Memory Lab.  Troubleshoots Memory Lab equipment.  Provides basic research assistance to patrons in the History Room.    

   

Skills Needed:  

Excellent computer skills   Excellent communication skills   Competent on giving instruction on a one-on-one basis  

 

Weekly Shifts Available:

Mondays: 2:00-5:00 Fridays: 11:00-2:00 Fridays: 2:00-5:00

If responding to this need, please include preferred shift in reply.

   

Time Commitment:  

Volunteers are required to commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months.  

   

Requirements:  

Adult library volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.   Must agree to undergo a background check prior to starting their volunteer service  

  
Questions? 

For any questions, please email apena@sanleandro.org 

 

Agency: San Leandro Public Library

What is the Memory Lab?  

The DIY Memory Lab is a do-it-yourself space with equipment to digitize home movies, scan photographs and slides, along with other personal/family keepsakes, located in the History Room on second floor of the San Leandro Public Library. It's a DIY model, with step-by-step instructions provided for user reference, with staff or volunteers on hand for technical support.  

Since the Memory Lab will be located in the History Room, there will be minimal History Room related tasks with this position.

Volunteers will receive training on the equipment before starting.  

Please note that the Memory Lab is not yet open and the start date listed for this position is subject to change.   

   

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:  

Staffs the History Room while the Memory Lab is open.  Provides one-on-one assistance to patrons using the Memory Lab.  Troubleshoots Memory Lab equipment.  Provides basic research assistance to patrons in the History Room.    

   

Skills Needed:  

Excellent computer skills   Excellent communication skills   Competent on giving instruction on a one-on-one basis  

 

Weekly Shifts Available:

Mondays: 2:00-5:00 Fridays: 11:00-2:00 Fridays: 2:00-5:00

If responding to this need, please include preferred shift in reply.

   

Time Commitment:  

Volunteers are required to commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months.  

   

Requirements:  

Adult library volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.   Must agree to undergo a background check prior to starting their volunteer service  

  
Questions? 

For any questions, please email apena@sanleandro.org 

 

Agency: San Leandro Public Library

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94577

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Social Programs

Social Programs at the San Leandro Senior Center, involving games, music, crafting, etc.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

Social Programs at the San Leandro Senior Center, involving games, music, crafting, etc.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Sunshine Seniors Volunteer

Sunshine Seniors is a group that plays bingo for non-cash prizes and socializing.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

Sunshine Seniors is a group that plays bingo for non-cash prizes and socializing.

Agency: San Leandro Human Services Department, Senior Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Client Intake Worker(Chinese Speaking)

We are looking a a volunteer who speaks Chinese to help us do intake with our clients requesting Basic Needs services such as food and clothing. Qualifications: Must be fully vaccinated Must have basic computer skills Ability to speak, read and write basic Chinese Ability to multi task Must be able to work in both calm and fast paced environments Enjoys working with diverse populations and helping people Good penmanship helpful Ability to support Davis Street staff in any capacity Responsibilities:  Greet clients and explain to them the services provided  Help fill out the client intake forms Collect and copy client documents Create physical client files Input client data in Apricot Data Base Inform them of upcoming events and services Maintain a respectful relationship with clients , staff and other volunteers This assignment is only on Monday's from 10am to 3pm

 

Agency: Davis Street Community Resource Center

We are looking a a volunteer who speaks Chinese to help us do intake with our clients requesting Basic Needs services such as food and clothing. Qualifications: Must be fully vaccinated Must have basic computer skills Ability to speak, read and write basic Chinese Ability to multi task Must be able to work in both calm and fast paced environments Enjoys working with diverse populations and helping people Good penmanship helpful Ability to support Davis Street staff in any capacity Responsibilities:  Greet clients and explain to them the services provided  Help fill out the client intake forms Collect and copy client documents Create physical client files Input client data in Apricot Data Base Inform them of upcoming events and services Maintain a respectful relationship with clients , staff and other volunteers This assignment is only on Monday's from 10am to 3pm

 

Agency: Davis Street Community Resource Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94577

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Clothing and Sorting Volunteer

As Davis Street starts to reopen at full capacity, we are looking for a volunteer who will assist us in sorting through donations and keeping our free clothing closet well stocked with items.

Qualifications:

Must be fully vaccinated  Must be willing to sort through unknown used donations  Must be able to bend, stand and lift up to 20 pounds Enjoys working with a diverse population and helping people Must be able to work in both calm and fast-paced environments Strong organizational skills Ability to support Davis Street staff in any capacity 

Responsibilities:

Receive donations from donors  Sort and hang clothing  Organizing shelfs with other donations Keep clothing area clean and restocked Maintain a respectful relationship with clients, staff and other volunteers

 

Agency: Davis Street Community Resource Center

As Davis Street starts to reopen at full capacity, we are looking for a volunteer who will assist us in sorting through donations and keeping our free clothing closet well stocked with items.

Qualifications:

Must be fully vaccinated  Must be willing to sort through unknown used donations  Must be able to bend, stand and lift up to 20 pounds Enjoys working with a diverse population and helping people Must be able to work in both calm and fast-paced environments Strong organizational skills Ability to support Davis Street staff in any capacity 

Responsibilities:

Receive donations from donors  Sort and hang clothing  Organizing shelfs with other donations Keep clothing area clean and restocked Maintain a respectful relationship with clients, staff and other volunteers

 

Agency: Davis Street Community Resource Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94577

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Meal Delivery Drivers

Help deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors in need in Oakland, Hayward, Castro Valley, San Leandro or San Lorenzo!

Program Details:

Deliveries take approximately 2-3 hours, are scheduled on a weekday between the hours of 9:00AM and 1:00PM (no weekend deliveries) After completing the registration process, you may have the same route every week or sign up for meal delivery routes on an ad hoc basis through our online delivery route platform. Training is provided, as is health & safety equipment (face coverings and gloves)

Requirements:

Volunteer drivers must be at least 18 years of age and/or accompanied by a legal guardian if under 18. Volunteers must have their own vehicle, a valid driver's license and current auto insurance.

COVID-19 Measures:

We have developed a process possible for meal pick up and delivery to keep everyone as safe as possible. Despite the evolving landscape of the public health crisis, our mission and service continues! We are an essential service and you can join us as an essential volunteer; people need the meals we prepare and the time you provide to stay healthy and happy.

Sign up or Learn More:

Cynthia Arrington, Volunteer Program Coordinator (510) 582-1263 ext. 115 | Cynthia@sosmow.org Adrien Abuyen, Volunteer Program Manager (510) 582-1263 ext. 122 | Adrien@sosmow.org

We hope that you can say yes to volunteering your time with SOS Meals on Wheels as we keep saying yes to seniors who call on SOS for help!

Agency: SOS Meals on Wheels

Help deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors in need in Oakland, Hayward, Castro Valley, San Leandro or San Lorenzo!

Program Details:

Deliveries take approximately 2-3 hours, are scheduled on a weekday between the hours of 9:00AM and 1:00PM (no weekend deliveries) After completing the registration process, you may have the same route every week or sign up for meal delivery routes on an ad hoc basis through our online delivery route platform. Training is provided, as is health & safety equipment (face coverings and gloves)

Requirements:

Volunteer drivers must be at least 18 years of age and/or accompanied by a legal guardian if under 18. Volunteers must have their own vehicle, a valid driver's license and current auto insurance.

COVID-19 Measures:

We have developed a process possible for meal pick up and delivery to keep everyone as safe as possible. Despite the evolving landscape of the public health crisis, our mission and service continues! We are an essential service and you can join us as an essential volunteer; people need the meals we prepare and the time you provide to stay healthy and happy.

Sign up or Learn More:

Cynthia Arrington, Volunteer Program Coordinator (510) 582-1263 ext. 115 | Cynthia@sosmow.org Adrien Abuyen, Volunteer Program Manager (510) 582-1263 ext. 122 | Adrien@sosmow.org

We hope that you can say yes to volunteering your time with SOS Meals on Wheels as we keep saying yes to seniors who call on SOS for help!

Agency: SOS Meals on Wheels

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94577

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Grocery Recovery Driver and Helper

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

Typically 8:30-11:00 am
We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Driver:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations can exceed 500 lbs

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Weekday morning Grocery Recovery STORE PICK UP- (volunteer once a week, 6-month commitment)

Typically 8:30-11:00 am
We are looking for people available weekday mornings to pick up grocery donations from local grocery stores for the San Leandro Community Food Pantry’s weekly pantry event.  Requirements:

Driver:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes  Valid Driver’s license and good driving record Own or regular access to large vehicle (truck or van preferred) as donations can exceed 500 lbs

Helper:

lifting up to 50 lbs. loading and unloading boxes weighing the filled boxes sorting and putting away the contents of the boxes

Agency: San Leandro Community Food Pantry

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 94578

Allow Groups: Yes