Tikkun Ha-Olam

Volunteer Opportunities

Bay Area Repair the World

Looking for a way to serve in your community and grow in your social justice journey? From March 7th-May 13th, join Repair the World as a part-time, stipended Service Corps member. Grow through virtual or in-person service with trusted partners while learning and reflecting with peers through training led by national leaders in the field. There will be an intentional focus on social inequities, systemic injustices (racial, food, and education), and addressing urgent needs through meaningful service rooted in Jewish values. Apply or nominate a young adult by February 28th at go.werepair.org/ServiceCorpsSpring

SF-Marin Food Bank

Before the pandemic, one in five people was at risk of hunger in San Francisco and Marin. Now, we know the need is even greater. 

Come alone or gather coworkers, friends, and family to volunteer at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank! Shifts are posted on a month-by-month basis on the second or third Thursday.

Learn more about urgent volunteer needs.

Jewish Family and Children Services

High Holiday Food Drive – JFCS is collecting shelf stable pantry items like canned tuna, cereal, broth, granola bars, peanut butter, jam and boxes of macaroni and cheese plus household and personal care items like cleaning supplies, toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste and body soap.

Drop off your donations at the JCCSF – donation barrel is in the lobby.

JFCS volunteers help strengthen individuals and families throughout the Bay Area by extending a human touch and meaningful connections to the greater community. JFCS serves thousands of people each year, and our volunteers are a critical component in that care. There are many ways to use your talents and time as a volunteer with JFCS.

Learn more about JFCS volunteer opportunities!

SHA’AR ZAHAV

Clothing Drive — Donate blankets, jackets, socks and other new and lightly used clothing to be distributed to unhoused San Franciscans by the Gubbio Project. At Sha’ar Zahav, 290 Dolores St., S.F. Weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

THE GIVING KITCHEN

Chabad of SF is seeking volunteers to cook meals for those in need at their kosher community kitchen. At Chabad of SF, 496 Natoma St., S.F. Times vary. Registration required.

CIVIC JOY FUND 

The Civic Joy Corp – A big monthly first Saturdays volunteer project that brings 100 San Franciscans together to do some good. Anyone can sign up to join here. 

Clean Up the City – Organizing 10 weekly neighborhood trash pick ups followed by communal meals. Anyone can sign up to join here.