Volunteer Opportunities

Fremont area & Bay Area, updated regularly.

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EducationRegister with the organization

Volunteer Tutor

Constillate

Tutor elementary students in math, English, science, or history through Constillate's free online program. High school volunteers are currently being accepted, and the organization prefers its tutor application for faster onboarding.

Remote · Recurring · 1 hr/shift

OngoingRemote (Fremont-based organization)

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Arts & CultureRegister with the organization

Holiday for the Arts Show & Sale

Olive Hyde Art Guild

Help with Olive Hyde Art Guild's annual Holiday for the Arts fundraiser in Fremont. The 2026 event begins with the Friday evening gala on October 16, followed by the public show and sale on October 17 and 18.

In-person · One-time

Oct 16, 2026Olive Hyde Art Gallery, 123 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539

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EnvironmentRegister with the organization

Plant and Care for Trees in Fremont and Newark

Urban Forest Friends

Join a community tree planting or tree care event with Urban Forest Friends, a Tri-City nonprofit that works with the City of Fremont and City of Newark on their Urban Forest Program. Planting season runs October through March; tree care and outreach events happen year round.

In-person · One-time · 3 hrs/shift

OngoingFremont, Newark, and Union City, CA

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CommunityNo registration required

Titan Thrift Volunteer

JFK Wellness Center

Sort and organize donated items for Titan Thrift, a student thrift program run through the JFK Wellness Center.

In-person · Recurring · 2 hrs/shift

OngoingJohn F. Kennedy High School, 39999 Blacow Rd, Fremont, CA 94538

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CommunityRegister with the organization

Fire Explorer Post #173

Fremont Fire Department

A career-exploration program for teens interested in firefighting, with monthly trainings, ride-alongs, and a fire academy. Open to ages 14 through 21 who have completed eighth grade and keep at least a 2.0 GPA.

In-person · Recurring

OngoingFremont, CA

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AnimalsRegister with the organization

Youth Volunteering

Ohlone Humane Society

Help animals in a lot of different ways: fostering kittens, running donation drives, making craft items, or helping with social media. Pet Therapy visits are open to volunteers 15 and older; other activities welcome younger students with a parent helping out.

In-person · Flexible

OngoingFremont, CA

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Teen Library Volunteers

Hayward Public Library

Help librarians in the children's room — cleaning and shelving books, prepping craft supplies, and assisting with programs. Open to students in 7th through 12th grade.

In-person · Recurring

OngoingHayward, CA

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CommunityRegister with the organization

ReStore and Construction Volunteering

Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley

Help at a Habitat ReStore or on a construction site. Staff can sign off on volunteer hours on-site, which makes hour verification straightforward. Note there is no Fremont ReStore — the closest locations are San Jose, Oakland, and Concord.

In-person · Flexible

OngoingSan Jose, CA (nearest ReStore; no Fremont location)

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HealthRegister with the organization

High School Volunteer Program

Washington Health

Volunteer at a real hospital supporting patients and staff across different departments. This is a serious commitment: you agree to at least one year and 100 hours, so it suits someone who wants sustained healthcare experience rather than quick hours.

In-person · Recurring

OngoingFremont, CA

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CommunityRegister with the organization

Newark Days: Parade

Newark Days Celebration Inc.

Help with the Newark Days Parade — tasks range from coordinating participants to walking in the parade carrying banners. Specific tasks will be assigned upon arrival.

In-person · One-time · 5 hrs/shift

Sep 19, 2026MacGregor Playfields / Newark Community Center, 35501 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA

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Newark Days: Newark Mile 4K

Newark Days Celebration Inc.

Help with a variety of race-related tasks for the Newark Mile 4K, including check-in of runners, setup of the race, monitoring the course, and clean-up after the race is done.

In-person · One-time · 4 hrs/shift

Sep 19, 2026MacGregor Playfields / Newark Community Center, 35501 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA

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Food & HungerRegister with the organization

Viola Blythe Community Services Volunteer

Viola Blythe Community Service Center of Newark, Inc.

Sort food and clothing and stock shelves at the Viola Blythe warehouse. Additional opportunities include Saturday special projects for teen groups, event tabling, holiday food sorting, and the Children's Christmas Party (the Saturday before Christmas).

In-person · Flexible

Ongoing7730 Enterprise Dr #2, Newark, CA 94560

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CommunityRegister with the organization

Newark Days: Arts, Crafts & Trade Fair

Newark Days Celebration Inc.

Help with check-in and setup of vendor booths at the Newark Days Arts, Crafts, and Trade Fair.

In-person · One-time · 4 hrs/shift

Sep 19, 2026MacGregor Playfields / Newark Community Center, 35501 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA

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EnvironmentRegister with the organization

Nature Learning Center Garden Volunteer Workdays

City of Fremont Environmental Services

Help maintain the pollinator garden and grounds at the Nature Learning Center through organized volunteer workdays. Tasks vary by session and may include weeding, planting, watering, and general garden upkeep.

In-person · Flexible

OngoingNature Learning Center, 40224 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA (Central Park)

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EnvironmentRegister with the organization

Cleanups & Habitat Restoration

City of Fremont Environmental Services

Volunteer at City of Fremont park cleanups, creek cleanups, and habitat restoration events. Tasks may include removing litter, sorting recyclables, watering native plants, removing invasive plants, and mulching. Students can earn community service hours for participating.

In-person · One-time

OngoingVarious locations in Fremont, CA

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EnvironmentNo registration required

Help Restore the Niles Heritage Orchard

CORE (California Orchard Restoration Experiment)

Pruning orchard trees, hauling cut branches to the scrap pile, and (when wood chips are delivered) filling wheelbarrows, dumping, and raking chips around the orchard.

In-person · Recurring · 5 hrs/shift

OngoingCalifornia Nursery Historic Park, Niles, Fremont, CA

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