VOLUNTEER

Volunteering is crucial for PPSC's mission and for the broader community. Every volunteer brings unique skills and perspectives, contributing to the diversity of our organization. We deeply value the dedication and passion of each volunteer, as they play a vital role in helping us achieve our goals and positively impact the lives of those we serve. Without the support of volunteers, our efforts would be greatly limited. Therefore, we extend our sincere appreciation to all volunteers who generously give their time and talents to support our cause. Your contributions are invaluable, and we are truly grateful for your commitment to making a difference. Together, we can continue to create positive change and build a better future for everyone. Thank you for being part of our volunteer community!

This list includes year-round volunteer opportunities and annual events.

  • Volunteer at Petaluma Bounty.

  • Volunteer to be a Mentor at Mentor Me.

  • Volunteer to be an Academic Mentor.

  • Volunteer to be on the Strike Team

  • Volunteer to be a Driver for iRide.

  • Volunteer to deliver meals to homebound Senior for our Home Delivered Meals Program.

  • Create Comfort Kits for disaster evacuees and for the SAFE Team to give out to community members (collect the items and put them in a small bag):

  • Make placemats for our Senior Café

  • Sign up to assist walking students to McKinley Elementary School as part of the Walking School Bus.

  • Participate in our "Valentine for Every Senior" in January/early February. Check our social media in January for more information.

  • Create Menstrual Kits for our SAFE Team to give out to community members (collect Pads, Wipes, Hand sanitizer, ibuprofen, and maybe a candy lol)

  • Volunteer to set up, welcome guest and clean up at 1,000 Petaluma Bowls (November)

  • Donate gifts to our holiday program Sharing the Season (previously known as Christmas Cheer) for children in Petaluma. (drop off the gifts in early December.)

  • For older kids, we could always use help with light gardening support at our Main Office, Adult Day and Senior Cafe programs

  • Participate in "One Warm Coat" in December/January by doing a coat drive.

  • Hold a sock drive for the SAFE Team to hand out socks to community members.

  • Collect individually wrapped snacks for our SAFE Team to give to community members.

  • Create holiday decorations for our Senior Cafe (no glitter!)

And then other things come up periodically—especially in the case of a disaster.

Questions? Please email CARES@petalumapeople.org