Become a Volunteer

Early Learning Volunteers

In the classroom:

• Helping teachers with daily activities including reading, games, projects, and other classroom activities (daily)
• Working with PFS STEM Coordinators and preschoolers on a STEM project
• Clean, sort, and organize toys and materials
• Chaperone field trips
• Sponsor and support PFS teachers with a celebration for our preschool graduations at one of our Early Learning Centers. Provide backpacks, decorations, and support for the graduation parties (May-July)

Older Adult Services Volunteers

Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center – Redwood City:

• Assist with check-in, raffles, lunch, and games
• Host a holiday gift drive for older adult participants
• Make care packages or hygiene kits for older adult participants
• Create holiday cards for older adults

Help@Hand:

• Support with translating in-person workshops and training materials. 
• Volunteer support with Tagalog, Cantonese, and Russian is most needed.

Peer Counseling:

• Specially-trained volunteer counselors provide weekly visits to adults age 55+ to help manage transitions and life changes such as health concerns, mobility issues, caregiver needs, and grief.