Whether you are looking to serve your most vulnerable neighbors by volunteering one-time or weekly, you have come to the right place! We have opportunities for individuals, small groups and large groups (corporate, philantropic organizations and churches).
Individual Opportunities
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San Francisco Food Pantry Sorter and Packer #1
On the first and third Wednesday afternoons, we receive bundles of food to sort and pack for distribution to families. This activity runs from 2:00pm-4:00pm . Volunteers must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. For more information, please contact us at volunteers@lssnorcal.org.
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San Francisco Food Pantry Sorter and Packer #2
On Tuesdays, we receive bundles of food to sort and pack for distribution to families. This activity runs from 11:00am-1:00pm . Volunteers must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. For more information, please contact us at volunteers@lssnorcal.org.
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San Francisco Food Pantry Sorter and Packer #3
On Thursdays, we receive bundles of food to sort and pack for distribution to families. This activity runs from 1:00pm-3:00pm . Volunteers must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. For more information, please contact us at volunteers@lssnorcal.org.
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Grounds Helper in Concord
Trim trees and assist with handyman work for two residential houses on Thursday afternoons from 12:30-2:30pm
Churches*/Philanthropic Organizations/Corporate Groups
Kits You Can Make & Donate
Help families turn their house into a home!
Move In Kit
- Waste basket or laundry basket
- toilet paper
- paper towels
- dishes
- pots & pans
- drinking glasses
- cleaning supplies
- broom
- swifters
- bath towels
Welcome Home Kit
- Welcome plaque
- Door mat
- Dish Towels
- Bagged candy
- Mug & Tea/Coffee/Hot Chocolate
Bathroom Kit
- Small waste basket
- Toilet paper
- Luffa & Bath Bombs
- Tissue
- Soap & soap dispenser
- Toothbrush holder
Or if you have another group project that your church would like to do, please contact volunteers@lssnorcal.org.
Adopt a Program
Your company, parish or philanthropic group can work directly with one of our programs in a variety of projects, including hosting a game night, preparing and serving a meal, doing a clean-up project and more. We have locations in a variety of cities and counties in Northern California. This opportunity enables you and your friends/colleagues to directly connect with families, youth, seniors and other individuals who have experienced homelessness. Contact us at volunteers@lssnorcal.org for more information.
Host a Fundraising Event
Fundraising events are a fun and efficient way to raise money for the individuals and families we serve.
- BBQ or Ice Cream Social
- Mini Carnival
- Dinner
- Host a Game Night
- Walk-a-Thon
- Backpack Drive
- Sponsor a Site
Create a Thrivent Action Team*
Thrivent Financial members can form teams to complete a one-time project for LSS. Simply gather a team of friends, family or neighbors to put on a fundraiser or service activity. Thrivent will provide the resources to get started. For more information go to Thrivent Action Teams.
