Volunteer With Us

Your Time Can Change Lives in South County

At South County Community Services, volunteers are the heartbeat of everything we do. Whether you're sorting groceries, reaching out to our unhoused neighbors, helping with events, or offering professional expertise—your time and energy directly impact lives in our community.

Volunteering with us isn’t just about giving back. It’s about belonging—to a network of caring people who are building a stronger South County together.

Ways to Get Involved

We offer a range of volunteer opportunities that fit different schedules, interests, and skill sets:

  • Food Distribution & Pantry Support
    Sort, pack, and distribute groceries to local families and seniors.

  • Outreach to the Unhoused
    Assemble care kits, support street outreach, or help coordinate supplies.

  • Administrative Support
    Assist with front desk duties, data entry, and behind-the-scenes operations.

  • Special Events & Fundraisers
    Help us plan, promote, and staff community events throughout the year.

  • Skilled Volunteers
    Have a professional skill like graphic design, translation, tech support, or legal expertise? We’d love your help.

Why Volunteer with SCCS?

  • Flexible shifts and family-friendly opportunities

  • Serve your neighbors and see your impact up close

  • Join a supportive, mission-driven team

  • Learn more about local needs and solutions

Last year, over 300 volunteers donated more than 6,000 hours of their time—and we’re growing. There’s a place for you here.

Ready to Join Us?

Review the current “Volunteer Opportunities” below. If you see one you want, then complete the form below and type the title of the volunteer opportunity for which you’re interested and submit. A staff member will connect with you in the coming days. Thank you for serving our community!

Volunteer Oportunities

  • Tech-Savvy Volunteer

    We are actively seeking tech-savvy volunteers to provide valuable support to our clients by assisting them with creating email accounts and addressing other important digital needs.

    Volunteers will play a crucial role in helping clients develop essential technology skills, enabling them to stay connected, access important resources, and improve their overall digital literacy.

    If you have experience with technology and enjoy empowering others through education and guidance, we would greatly appreciate your support for our Popup participants on any given Tuesday, from 10am - noon, at our St. Mary’s Parish Popup. Ideally, we’re looking for folks who can come regularly to assist our clients.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a "Tech Volunteer”

  • Shower & Laundry Monitors

    Our twice weekly “Shower and Laundry Service" offers on-site laundry and showers at The Salvation Army Gilroy as part of a collaborative program.

    These service days will be held from 8am to 11:30am on Mondays and Wednesdays.

    We need volunteers who are able to assist weekly on at least one of these days to assist clients with these services and monitor shower times.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a "Shower & Laundry Monitor.”

  • Hygiene Kit Assembly

    The same things you use everyday to stay clean, well-groomed and smelling fresh are also needed by those we serve who have lost their homes. We distribute thousands of hygiene kits to the unhoused throughout the year, with items like shampoo, soap, toothpaste, deodorant, razors, feminine hygiene products, and more.

    Every Tuesday, we also need to package a hot breakfast for individuals attending our Unhoused Popup that day.

    We’re looking for a volunteer who can help assemble hygiene kits to distribute throughout the week. You will meet at our offices and we will provide everything you need to provide this service. You can meet at our offices—M-Th, anytime between 9:30am - 4pm—and assemble as many kits as you desire.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a “Hygiene Kit Volunteer”

  • Meal Preparation & Service

    Nothing says you care like preparing and serving a hot meal for those who rarely enjoy such a privilege.

    We’re looking for a volunteer group, or a few individuals, who can prepare a home-cooked meal and serve it to our Popup participants on any given Tuesday, from 10am - noon, at our St. Mary’s Parish Popup. Ideally, we’d like to offer this once per month from interested volunteer groups.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a "Meal Prep Volunteer”

  • Clothing Closet Organizer

    All the gently used clothing donated by folks like you helps keep our clients dry and warm. We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to work with our Clothing Resource Volunteer to inventory and organized used clothing items, and to fulfill clothing orders for our clients. We need someone who can consistently serve on Wednesdays from 9-11am and also on the last Saturday of the month for the Free Store, which runs from 9-12 at Gilroy High School.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a “Clothing Closet Organizer.”

  • Food Service Volunteer

    Assist with the preparing of food items for distribution; assist with the loading of food boxes/bags into client vehicles, etc.

    Monday – Friday, 8:00am-2:30pm.

    Requirements:

    Volunteers must be 16 years of age unless participating with a supervised group or accompanied by a parent or guardian

    Bilingual (English/Spanish) is helpful

    Heavy lifting, of up to 50lbs, is required. If you have any back issues, we strongly discourage you from applying.

    If interested, please fill out the form below and indicate your desire in the comment section to be a "Food Service Volunteer”