Last month, the nation celebrated National Volunteer Week (April 19– 25) and we wanted to take a moment to thank all the wonderful volunteers who serve our community! Our volunteers and the services they provide truly reflect the heart and spirit of our great city. Many of the programs and services we offer wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for our volunteers who devote so much time, energy, and passion into each of their service roles.

From serving preparing healthy meals for seniors and tutoring kids how to read, to serving on a board or commission, we thank every one of our community volunteers! And for those who might not be registered as an “official volunteer” but are generously donating time or supplies to neighbors or community organizations during this pandemic, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

We are truly so thankful for how our entire community comes together, in good times and challenging times. Here is a virtual high five for all that you have done!

Now, more than ever, many local organizations and non-profits are in need of volunteers to continue providing services to those without means to survive during this health crisis. Please review the "Volunteer" or "Donate" sections to learn more about how you can help during this critical time.

Volunteer

Countywide Volunteering

If you are interested in volunteering throughout the County, please refer to their website to see the available opportunities.

Samaritan House

The Samaritan House invites those not at-risk (or in a position where they risk transmission to someone at-risk) to offer temporary volunteer services to help fill the need created over the last few weeks. Positions are available for their food services such as Mobile Meals, Grocery Rescue, and Safe Harbor food delivery. If you are interested in volunteering with the Samaritan House, please email volunteering@samaritanhousesanmateo.org

Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

The Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is in need of finding volunteers to fill up their Volunteer Calendar. If you are interested in helping the Second Harvest of Silicon Valley within San Mateo County, please check out their online calendar to see what volunteer opportunities are available.

Volunteer Match

Volunteer Match has an ongoing volunteer list that is regularly updating itself. Please check out their website to see how you can help with COVID-19 by viewing their remote and on-site volunteer opportunities.

Catholic Worker Hospitality House

Catholic Worker Hospitality House continues to operate its emergency shelter operations as well as offer takeout breakfast service to those in need at St. Bruno’s Catholic Church in San Bruno.

COVID Assist

Help your fellow neighbors by assisting with things such as grocery shopping, delivering items, and more by signing up as a volunteer on COVID Assist.

Donate

San Mateo County Strong

San Mateo County created the Strong Fund to provide grants and financial assistance to individuals/families, small businesses, and non-profits. All the money donated will stay inside San Mateo County so you have confidence that you are helping your neighbors.

Meals on Wheels - Peninsula Volunteers

Meals on Wheels is looking for donations of the following items: hand sanitizer, face masks, toilet paper (individually wrapped), household supplies (such as dish soup), individually wrapped non-perishable food items, and anonymous notes to Meals on Wheels recipients. Donations are accepted at 800 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025, Monday - Friday from 8am to 4pm. If you have any questions, please call (650) 326-0665.

Vitalant

Local blood banks are facing shortages and continue to rely on volunteer donations. Healthy, eligible donors are encouraged to make a donation to ensure there’s lifesaving blood on the shelves for those who need it most. To donate blood at a blood bank in San Mateo, please schedule an appointment online