Featured Volunteer Opportunities

Supporting Seniors and more!

Keep Seniors Safe & Connected ❤️

Local seniors need rides, safe homes, and meaningful connections. Can you give $10 a month to help?

Most inspiring event of the year!

Save the date to celebrate those making a difference in Santa Cruz County through volunteerism.

Volunteer at home!

Discover projects that let you volunteer right from the comfort of home!

News and Events

Scam and Fraud Prevention Workshop for Older Adults

By Volunteer Center AmeriCorps Seniors Are you an older adult who would like to learn how to protect yourself from scams? There are effective ways to protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim. The Volunteer Center AmeriCorps Seniors and Village SCC have partnered with Shandra ...
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We aren’t confused. We know who we are!

By Karen Delaney, Executive Director Here at the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County, we are approaching 60 years of serving our community, creating a growing movement to connect people for good through acts of service across every issue and in every part of our ...
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Upcoming Events

  • March 28

    Scam and Fraud Prevention Workshop for Older Adults.
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  • April 13

    Beach Clean Up and Global Volunteer Month Kick-Off.
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  • April 29

    Outstanding Volunteer Awards with the County of Santa Cruz Volunteer Initiative Program
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  • May 14

    Be the Difference Awards 
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  • May 21

    Celebrate Potential at Community Connection
    Save the Date! 

Volunteer Spotlight

The Golden Hammer Crew: Building Dreams with Habitat for Humanity

For the Golden Hammer Crew, volunteering is more than just a chance to develop new skills; it’s about camaraderie and sense of community.

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Volunteers Transform Lives at the Homeless Garden Project

HGP brings together a community of volunteers, interns, customers, and trainees to collaborate in support of their mission. This blended experience breaks down the profound sense of isolation felt by many people experiencing homelessness while providing a platform for those who want to learn and take action.

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A Love of Learning Leads to Literacy and More

Cecilia Ogarrio-Munoz stood before a packed crowd of cheering family and supporters at the Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts in Watsonville. Proudly wearing her cap and gown, Cecilia walked across the stage to receive her high school equivalency degree, or GED.

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Meet Ellen: Volunteer with Americorps Seniors / Monterey Bay RSVP

Ellen, a retired real estate agent and now a proud member of AmeriCorps Seniors/Monterey Bay RSVP, has been with the Volunteer Center since the spring of 2023.

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Meet Ron and Jim: Friends in Service

Neighbors, workout partners, volunteers, and friends for over 15 years – Jim Kinney and Ron Marquez have a long history of community service.

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