The Garret Thrift Shop, one of the major fundraising arms of the John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek Campus Auxiliary, sells high-quality resalable items from fine jewelry, antiques, collectibles and designer clothing to furniture, household items, books and small appliances.. . . more

A small non-profit nursing home in Berkeley is looking for someone who can help us spruce up our existing indoor plants and make recommendations for others. We have two lovely small gardens and house plants that need to be watered. . . more

Each day, hundreds of citizens visit the court to file papers, go to court proceedings, attend workshops, or find out about their court cases. The Contra Costa Superior Court is looking for volunteers to help people find what they need. . . more

Give directions to patients and visitors. Answer front desk phone calls and respond. Escort or direct patients to their appointments; assist with lab runs, build admission packets; offer assistance to patients when the need arises. Respond to calls for. . . more

Under the direction of the Volunteer Services Coordinator, the Information Desk Volunteer provides direction, assistance and information to patients, visitors and others requesting information. more

Greet and welcome members. Give proper directions. Assist with wheelchairs. Sales work, display, merchandising, help people to find gift items. Opening shop, arranging candy and items, restocking, balancing cash register and closing shop. more

Direct visitors; connect callers w/patient rooms; take requests for messenger/escort volunteers, assign messengers/escorts to duties; use computer to find patient information, and perform a variety of other tasks as needed. 6pm-8pm and substitute volunteers needed. Volunteer openings are: 3-6 pm ... more

Our Pro-Active Balance in-home falls prevention exercise program relies on volunteer exercise coaches to work with senior clients weekly. The program coordinator evaluated the referred clients and designs an exercise program to help improve strength, flexibility and balance. The exercise. . . more

Harbor House occupies a unique role in the diverse San Antonio District of Oakland. We are a family oriented community center with services structured to develop relationships, foster community, and strengthen families. Our programs include: Adult ESL, After-school programs for. . . more

Start a child on the road to lifelong learning (and learn something yourself on the way!).

OPEN HOUSE FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS! Sunday, November 23 1:00–3:00

We have many opportunities: • Help kids with Hands on science activities • Deliver demonstrations in our state of the. . . more

Registering families who come in and apply with us for Christmas assistance. You will be sitting at tables, two intake volunteers per table, and completing our brief application by reviewing ID, addresses and children's information. more

The Interactive Parenting Media Office Volunteer will:

o Answer and screen phone calls while the show is on air. o Prepare packages of books and postcards for mailing to listeners and outreach partners. o Research potential grants for our application. o Monitor inventory of. . . more

The Interactive Parenting Media Outreach Ambassador will:

o Engage parents and families in conversation about our radio programs. o Pass out postcards and outreach materials at events. o Look for public events at which to pass out our outreach materials. o Represent Interactive. . . more

Rubicon Programs is a comprehensive social services and social enterprise organization that serves over 3000 people each year. We help people find work, help people with mental illnesses with more independently, help homeless people find housing, and help disabled. . . more

How about helping out behind the scenes?

The Actors Ensemble of Berkeley is looking for a few great people to run the lights for upcoming shows.

Come join the longest running community theater in Berkeley; you'll get to see the show. . . more

Join the Ruth Bancroft Garden Propagation and Gardening volunteer group.

Members of this group work with plants in the propagation area and in the garden, and play a vital role in maintaining our famous plant collection. Introduction to Volunteering in. . . more

As part of the literacy outreach service, Be the Star You Are!® charity has been broadcasting an internationally syndicated radio program live since 1998. We are seeking a committed, intelligent, highly motivated individual as an intern guest coordinator. We will. . . more

Internships (Non-paid) Interns have the opportunity to see first-hand how a small non-profit contemporary dance company functions from the ground up. Interns shadow the Education and Managing Director and offer clerical and administrative assistance. There is also flexibility to focus. . . more

Girls Inc. of the Island City is looking for volunteers to assist in the translation of our registration documentation. This volunteer will assist in translating our brochure, registration forms, and other materials as needed. more

We are seeking a volunteer who is computer savvy, responsible, and able to upload our weekly radio shows to our various podcast sites. This person will download our radio shows from our World Talk Radio site, then upload them to. . . more