Local Agencies (that welcome youth volunteers) Be sure to contact the organization before going, to make sure this information is accurate!
Second Harvest Food Bank in San Carlos (ages 14 and up) Come help sort food donations on selected Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Coyote Point Museum, San Mateo, Keepers in Training is an exciting new volunteer program at Coyote Point Museum. Teens (13-17) who are interested in animals and the environment may volunteer to help educate visitors about our wildlife collection and assist the Animal Keepers. Previous animal care experience helpful but not required.
Horseback riding for Kids/Adults with Special Needs
The BOK Ranch is a nonprofit organization that provides therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children and adults who have special needs. They need volunteers to help take care of the horses as well as to help during the lessons. Although the volunteers must be at least 14 to go into the ring during lessons, 12 and 13 year olds can become involved and work with the horses as junior volunteers. The facility is located in Woodside off of 280, and volunteer opportunities are available after school and on weekends.
Homeless Cat Network, San Carlos, CA
Volunteers of all ages are invited (even young children when supervised by their parents) to help feed the homeless cats in the area. There is also a need for foster care homes for cats. Or help trap cats for spay/neuter and vaccination.
Reading Partners, welcomes youth age 14 and up to tutor struggling young readers. May be in person or virtual.
City Trees, Redwood City, CA
Help the environment in a morning! Volunteer requirements: minimum age 14+ (with parent attending), 16+ (with parent signature) to help plant trees in Redwood City. Starts at 9 am and finishes around noon.
Ecumenical Hunger Program, East Palo Alto, CA
There are many volunteer opportunities here. Check the website and be sure to contact them to see if there are any age requirements.
Belmont Library (Belmont): Help sort donated books with the "Friends of the Belmont Library," weekdays or weekends. Contact the library for more details.
Redwood City Library (Redwood City, CA) There are many volunteer opportunites here! Click here for the contact information. Ages 13+.