Volunteer opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA has 10 volunteer organizations listed by Nexys.

AnimalsChildren & YouthCivic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentEducationEnvironment & SustainabilityHealth & MedicineHousing & HomelessnessHunger & Food SecurityJobs & WorkforceParks & Open SpaceSeniors

Local organizations

AnimalsChildren & YouthEducationEnvironment & Sustainability

California Academy of Sciences

The California Academy of Sciences welcomes people to volunteer and emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. They offer a variety of volunteer opportunities and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

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Seniors

Community Living Campaign

The Community Living Campaign seeks to cultivate connections that help seniors and people with disabilities age and thrive at home. They offer various community-based programs and services aimed at improving the lives of residents in San Francisco.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentJobs & Workforce

Dress for Success San Francisco

Dress for Success San Francisco provides resources and a continuing network of support to women as they navigate their professional journeys. The organization has helped over 19,000 women since its inception in 2006, offering various services including career attire, workforce development, and employment retention programs.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentJobs & Workforce

FACC California

FACC California is a nonprofit organization that connects a community of over 200 members through various events and activities. They seek volunteers to assist in member relations, communications, events, and corporate services, offering a chance to grow one's network and develop new skills.

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Environment & SustainabilityParks & Open Space

Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

This page describes the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy's habitat restoration volunteering program, which helps restore and monitor critical natural areas and create wildlife corridors for threatened and endangered species. Activities listed include invasive plant removal, winter planting, litter removal, seed collection, fence construction, trail maintenance, and plant monitoring across Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties, and the volunteer program is a cooperative effort with the National Park Service and the Presidio Trust.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHousing & Homelessness

Habitat for Humanity San Francisco Bay Area

Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco builds homes and sustains affordable homeownership opportunities for families in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties. They focus on building partnerships, equity, stability, and legacy.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHunger & Food Security

HandsOn Bay Area

HandsOn Bay Area works with hundreds of nonprofit organizations to connect volunteers with meaningful opportunities that meet community needs. The organization aims to help people find ways to contribute positively to their local communities.

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Civic EngagementCommunity DevelopmentHealth & Medicine

San Francisco AIDS Foundation

By volunteering at SFAF, you become a vital part of our organization’s success, helping connect patients with care services and contributing to fundraising events. Volunteers are integral to the communities SFAF services.

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AnimalsCivic EngagementCommunity Development

San Francisco Animal Care and Control

San Francisco Animal Care and Control is the city's only open-door animal shelter, dedicated to rescuing, reuniting, and rehoming all species of animals, regardless of temperament, medical condition, or species. The organization works daily to protect animals from abuse, neglect, and cruelty.

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The Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is a nonprofit organization serving over 500 families per week in San Francisco, providing free, healthy groceries without conditions. It relies entirely on volunteers and donations, operating out of St. Gregory's Episcopal Church.

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At a glance

Volunteer opportunities at a glance

Nexys currently lists 10 volunteer organizations in San Francisco, CA, with 3 additional organizations nearby.

Local organizations
10
Nearby organizations
3

Questions people ask

Where can I volunteer in San Francisco, CA?

Nexys currently lists 10 volunteer organizations in San Francisco, CA. Visit an organization’s website for its current ways to help.

Are there volunteer organizations near San Francisco, CA?

Yes. Nexys lists 3 additional volunteer organizations in the nearby search area.

What causes are represented in San Francisco, CA?

Current organization listings include Animals, Children & Youth, Education, Environment & Sustainability, Seniors.

Which nearby communities have more organizations?

Nearby listings include organizations in Redwood City, CA, Oakland, CA.

Volunteer listings last updated September 9, 2026.

Nexys listings are based on current organization and group data provided through the Nexys volunteer network. Separate volunteer opportunities are not currently modeled.