The Arc of San Diego serves adults and children with developmental disabilities in our community. Due to the impacts of Covid-19, many of our clients have been unable to attend adult day programs and other in-person services. Volunteers can sign up to write short letters or send postcards to their clients in group-homes. This is a great way to connect to their organization and participants! Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Note: Addresses and other personal information will not be shared between participants or made public. Safety and privacy will be protected for both volunteers and participants. Signing up: Please contact ltestone@arc-sd.com for more information or to sign up to volunteer! About The Arc of San Diego The Arc of San Diego supports and empowers people with disabilities to achieve their life goals.

Remote (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

At Solutions for Change, they are in the business of transforming lives. Be a part of that transformation by helping one of their residents succeed academically. The help that they gain from tutoring, can help them in their professional journey as they improve their reading and writing skills. Most of their residents have not completed high school and having a tutor can have a significant impact on their career goals as they study to obtain their GED. Their residents will be paired with tutors on an as needed basis and tutoring will be conducted virtually. Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Signing up: Apply to be a tutor here. ​Required: Teaching experience is required to volunteer About Solutions for Change Solutions for Change's mission is to solve family homelessness - one family, one community at a time. With a unique model that blends affordable housing, educational opportunities, employment training and health-related solutions, Solutions for Change leads families from homelessness to permanent independence. Their 700-day Solutions Academy emphasizes personal growth, brings families back together, and helps individuals learn how to give back to their community as neighbors, employees and contributing members of the community. Now in its 21st year, Solutions for Change has helped over 1,150 families and 2,500 children find their way out of homelessness to self sufficiency and independence. This could not be possible without the support of their volunteers!

Zoom (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

You can help support PATH's Move In program by turning a house into a home. They are looking for volunteers who would like to create works of art to help beautify the living spaces of their clients. Wall decor that is created for clients' new homes support the style and comfort of the interior setting. Any medium to create decor can be used but should be positive, supportive, and inviting. Physical space can affect a person's mood and self esteem. By supporting their move in program and creating works of art to beautify a new home, you can help send the message that someone cares. Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Signing up: If you are interested in creating wall decor please email sigrids@epath.org. Donation drop off will take place in downtown San Diego. About PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) PATH is ending homelessness for individuals, families, and communities. They do this by building affordable housing and providing supportive services throughout California.

Remote (From Home) (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

The winter months can be very cold even in San Diego. PATH is in need of volunteers who would like to knit or crochet hats and scarves to help keep our unhoused neighbors warm. Their outreach, interim and permanent supportive housing programs are all in need of warm gear to distribute to their clients. PATH serves hundreds of clients a month who are in need of warm items to get through the cold San Diego nights. Wearing a hat, will keep your whole body warmer. It reduces the amount of body heat that escapes from your head. Help keep someone warm this winter. Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Signing up: If you would like to crochet or knit adult size hats and scarves for PATH clients please contact sigrids@epath.org. Donation drop off will take place in downtown San Diego. About PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) PATH is ending homelessness for individuals, families, and communities. They do this by building affordable housing and providing supportive services throughout California.

Remote (From Home) (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

Help create partnerships and grow the Helping Hands Community presence in San Diego. They’re looking for Community Outreach & Partnership Specialist volunteers to help grow and engage their community of volunteers and partner organizations. On a day-to-day basis, you will be reaching out to and building relationships with local organizations like food banks, healthcare organizations, and other community groups, as well as helping to organize and execute events with community partners. This role is absolutely critical to scaling their platform and reaching a larger population of those most vulnerable to COVID-19. Research and connect with local community leaders and organizations serving COVID-19 vulnerable populations. Research and connect with other volunteer organizations that can help broaden the volunteer base of Helping Hands Community. Facilitate virtual meetings with potential partners interested in working with Helping Hands Community. Help organize and execute local volunteer events on an as-needed basis. Solve their users' needs through creativity, connections, and grit. Support and collaborate with other HHC San Diego team members. Use communication and CRM tools such as Slack, HubSpot and Google Drive Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Recommended Skills/Experience: Empathy and a passion for community service. Entrepreneurial spirit and self-starter mentality. Takes initiative to research and connect with local leaders and organizations. Excellent written and verbal communication. Experience in sales, account management, marketing, community outreach, or partnerships preferred. Time Commitment: 5-8 hours/week for the next 2-3 months (some weekday availability required) About Helping Hands Helping Hands Community is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving those most vulnerable to COVID-19: senior citizens, the immunocompromised, and people with preexisting medical conditions that put them at additional risk. Their national network of volunteers deliver groceries, medications, and other necessary supplies, and our local and national partners-including city and county governments, mutual-aid organizations, faith-based organizations, food banks, community groups-scale our efforts to help us identify and reach those in need.

Virtual (From Home) (Virtual)

Through 3/30/21

You can help spread the word about the amazing work PATH does for the community by posting on social media! Social media circulation is a great way to engage your community by creating and sharing content on the various virtual platforms that PATH utilizes (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). This is an ongoing role that can be done on your own schedule. About PATH San Diego PATH's mission is to end homelessness for individuals, families and communities. They do this by building affordable housing and providing supportive services throughout California.

Remote (From Home) (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

Have a topic that you are interested in studying, and would be relevant to PATH's mission? Help their staff by researching a subject that is applicable to their day-to-day operations. Examples of research topics include, but are not limited to: social media growth, food resource studies, political awareness for the homeless. Get creative! About PATH San Diego PATH's mission is to end homelessness for individuals, families and communities. They do this by building affordable housing and providing supportive services throughout California.

Remote (From Home) (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

Residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities have been particularly affected by COVID-19. With all facilities currently prohibiting any visitation with the exception of end of life, many of the residents have found themselves even more lonely and isolated than before. Jewish Family Service of San Diego's hope is to provide a warm hello with a hand written or hand decorated card to remind them they are not forgotten and we are all thinking about them every day. Their goal is to deliver 1,700 cards. Project Requirements & Important Notes Sign up here to make cards About Jewish Family Service of San Diego Jewish Family Service (JFS) is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient San Diego.

From Home (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

Prior to the novel Coronavirus, the JFS Social Wellness Centers and Aging & Wellness Services provided a robust programming for older adults, such as daily meals, exercise classes, art classes, games, cultural programs, and live entertainment. As a human service agency that works with vulnerable populations, including older adults who are most at-risk, they’ve mobilized Social Wellness Centers to be online, providing virtual content such as online social gatherings, training, and entertainment. Their staff is continually working to ensure all clients impacted by program adjustments or closures continue to have the support they need. JFS continues to provide holistic programming through online opportunities. Moreover, JFS staff perform weekly wellness checks with clients, ensuring that their basic and social needs are addressed. But they are missing a key component: socialization. That’s where you come in! They are looking for caring volunteers to be matched with an older adult to create a connection through a mutually agreed upon platform - whether it be a friendly phone call, Zoom chat, an email, or written note or card. The goal would be to create a community while we are navigating social distancing and this new normal. Project Requirements & Important Notes Responsiblities: Connect with your match at least x2/month via email, phone, zoom or written card Provide follow-up and report feedback to JFS staff Qualifications: Must adhere to protecting personal identification of their assigned older adult Must speak clearly and have strong verbal skills Must be friendly and can work well with our older adult population Onboarding: Volunteers must sign up here, complete a Volunteer Application, JFS Friendly Match survey, and attend an online orientation and training before getting started. About Jewish Family Service Jewish Family Service (JFS) is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient San Diego.

From Home (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21

Words Alive receives dozens of book recommendations from their volunteers, teachers, and community partners for titles they think would be a strong fit for their programs. They pride themselves on selecting the most contemporary, diverse, relevant, and engaging texts they can get their hands on for their programs. That’s where passionate readers, like you, come in! By reading and reviewing titles from their recommendation list, you help them determine which books should be added to their program curriculum and taught in classrooms across San Diego county. And the best part? You can get started today from the comfort of your favorite reading spot! How to Get Started: Sign up here after checking this list to determine which book you're interested in reading. Read the book! Fill out this book report form (If you would prefer a paper version, email pageturners@wordsalive.org to request one). ​Repeat the process. Go back to Step 1 to review another book. About Words Alive Words Alive provides essential literacy services to underserved students and families. Their mission is to open opportunities for life success by inspiring a commitment to reading.

From Home (Virtual)

Through 12/31/21