Volunteer Opportunities

Event Location: Quail Run Soccer Complex
Start Date: 09/01/2026 End Date: 11/30/2026
Event Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 5:30 PM | End Time: 8:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department
Event Description/Details: City of Mesa Youth Sports is looking for volunteer coaches for our NFL flag football league.
League Information:
- Saturdays, September -November. Seven weeklong season
- Games are between 8:30am and 12:30pm
- Games are held at Eagles Soccer Complex, Red Mountain North Soccer Complex and Quail Run Soccer Complex
- Practices are once a week between 5:30pm and 8:30pm

Volunteer Description/Details: 

Coaching Requirements:
- Volunteer Application Required
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Complete web-based background check, fingerprints, and ID badge
- Attend the mandatory volunteer coach training
- For more information or to apply, please visit our website Volunteers and Internships - City of Mesa
Volunteer Coaches Receive:
- Discount Incentives
- Trainings with Expert Guest Speakers
- Practice Facility Space
- Sports Equipment
- First Aid Kits
- Educational Material
- Awards and Recognition

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3

Event Location: Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Start Date: 09/01/2026 End Date: 12/01/2026
Event Frequency: Tuesdays
Start Time: 3:30 PM | End Time: 5:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department
Event Description/Details: This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ages 8+) to prepare for Special Olympics 9-Hole golf competitions. Participants play with their unified partner in a 9-hole game at each practice. Golf carts are provided for transportation on the course. Golf partners would need their own set of golf clubs.
Dates: Tuesdays, September 1-December 1 from 3:30pm – 5pm
Location(s): Dobson Ranch Golf Course - 2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 85202

Volunteer Description/Details: 

• Practice each week with your partner on the 9-Hole course
• Drive a golf cart throughout the course
• Coach and instruct your partner on golf skills and ensure they are playing correctly
• Compete in the Area and State Special Olympics golf competitions (if your partner is competing)
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience and general knowledge of golf is required; Specific Special Olympics rules will be shared with unified partners
• All unified partners must complete trainings on the Special Olympics volunteer portal
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-5 (more may be needed)

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3

Event Location: Dobson Ranch Golf Course
Start Date: 09/01/2026 End Date: 12/01/2026
Event Frequency: Tuesdays
Start Time: 6:00 PM | End Time: 7:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department
Event Description/Details: This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ages 6+) to learn golf and prepare them for Special Olympics golf competitions. Participants are split in groups to learn various golfing strokes and skills.
Dates: Tuesdays, September 1-December 1 from 6pm-7pm
Location(s): Dobson Ranch Golf Course - 2155 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa 85202

Volunteer Description/Details: 

• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Assist coaches or independently coach a group on a specific golf skill
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is preferred but not required but volunteers must engage in the activity
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-6

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3

Event Location: Quail Run Soccer Complex
Start Date: 09/16/2026 End Date: 12/09/2026
Event Frequency: Wednesdays
Start Time: 6:00 PM | End Time: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department
Event Description/Details: This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to learn soccer and prepare them for Special Olympics soccer competitions. Participants are placed in groups to learn various soccer skills and play practice games.
Dates: Wednesdays, September 16-December 9
• 6pm-7pm (Youth)
• 7pm-8pm (Adult)
Location(s): Quail Run Soccer Complex - 4155 E. Virginia St., Mesa 85215 - Field 4

Volunteer Description/Details: 

• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Assist coaches or independently coach a group on a specific soccer skill
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is preferred but not required but volunteers must engage in the activity
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-4

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3

Event Location: Whitman, Roosevelt, and Sousa Elementary Schools
Start Date: 09/01/2026 End Date: 12/11/2026
Event Frequency: 1 day a week for 1 semester
Start Time: 1:45 PM | End Time: 4:15 PM
Your Partner Agency: Future for KIDS
Event Description/Details: Join our Volunteer Mentor Team and make an impact!

Just 2.5 hours, once a week can make a meaningful difference in the lives of students across the Valley.

As a Future for KIDS mentor, you’ll work alongside students in 3rd–6th grade, encouraging, supporting, and leading them through engaging academics, athletics, and ethics activities.

Be a positive role model. Build connections. Make an impact.

Become a mentor today!

Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteer mentors work directly with students in 3rd–6th grade during our weekly after-school programs. Mentors help lead and participate in academic, athletic, and ethics activities while encouraging students, building positive relationships, and serving as supportive role models. Volunteers commit to approximately 2.5 hours once a week for the semester.

Contact info: 
Name: Lindsey Womer
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-710-0414
Website: futureforkids.org

Event Location: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse - next to HW8, Southern & Dobson campus
Start Date: 09/23/2026 End Date: 12/09/2026
Event Frequency: Most Wednesday mornings, dates provided below
Start Time: 10:30 AM | End Time: 12:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse and Gardens (Wildflower + Pollinator) - Monarch waystation
Event Description/Details: Volunteer assisted gardening to maintain and enhance the wildflower and pollinator gardens.

Volunteer Description/Details: Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. Dress sensibly. We will provide gloves and tools.
This is the weekly maintenance for the garden, and will be available on the following dates:
September: 23, 39
October: 14, 21, 28
November: 4, 18
December: 2, 9
Feel free to attend any of the dates that work with your schedule!

Contact info: 
Name: Nicola Plowes
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7115
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/life-environmental-sciences/life-sciences-greenhouse-wildflower-pollinator-garden

Event Location: 810 E Southern Ave Mesa, AZ 85204
Start Date: 10/15/2026 End Date: 12/31/2026
Event Frequency: Monday - Saturday availability
Start Times: 6:00 AM | End Times: 11:59 PM
Your Partner Agency: Little Arrows Child Care
Event Description/Details: Little Arrows Childcare invites caring, dependable, and enthusiastic volunteers to join our team! Your time, talents, and kindness can help create a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
Whether you enjoy reading stories, helping with classroom activities, assisting with creative projects, or simply sharing a smile, your contribution can make a lasting difference in a child’s life. Every helping hand makes a difference, and every child deserves a little extra love!

Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers at Little Arrows Childcare will assist staff in creating a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for children. Duties may include helping prepare classroom materials, organizing toys and learning supplies, assisting with arts and crafts, reading stories, supporting age-appropriate learning activities, helping with classroom cleanup, and assisting with special events.

Volunteers are expected to be dependable, respectful, patient, and caring while following all center policies and staff instructions. All volunteer activities must be supervised by authorized childcare staff. Volunteers must maintain confidentiality, follow health and safety procedures, and comply with applicable Arizona childcare licensing requirements and center policies. Volunteers may not be left alone with children or perform duties outside their approved role.

Our goal is to provide volunteers with a meaningful opportunity to support children's learning, development, and well-being while making a positive difference in our community.

Contact info: 
Name: Sharon Wynn Walker
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-810-3388
Website: www.littlearrowschildcare.com

Event Location: Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center 4125 E. McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215
Start Date: 11/5/2026 End Date: 01/28/2027
Event Frequency: Every Thursday
Start Times: 5:00 PM | End Times: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Dates: Thursdays, November 5, 2026 - January 28, 2027 + Tournament on Saturday, January 30, 2027
Location: Mesa Tennis & Pickleball Center - 4125 E McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215
• 5pm-6pm (Youth)
• 6pm-7pm (Adult – Beginner)
• 7pm-8pm (Adult – Intermediate)
Activity Description:
• This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to prepare them for Special Olympics pickleball competitions. The youth and adult beginner sessions focus on learning pickleball skills, while the adult intermediate session will mainly focus on game play.

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Coach: will be at practices and if available, play as a Unified Partner in the Special Olympics Pickleball Competition
• Unified Partner: commit to attending 2-3 practices in January and play in the Special Olympics Pickleball Competition. Must have prior pickleball playing experience and knowledge of pickleball rules
• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Assist coaches in running a court or run a court independently if needed with the guidance of a head coach
• Gathering balls for each court throughout practice
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is preferred but not required but volunteers must engage in the activity
Volunteer Number Requesting:
• Volunteers: 1-5
• Coaches: 2-5
• Unified Partners: 5-10

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Event Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Start Date: 12/01/2026 End Date: 03/02/2027
Event Frequency: Every Tuesday
Start Times: 6:30 PM | End Times: 8:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Dates: Tuesdays, December 1, 2026-March 2, 2027
Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
• 6:30pm-7:30pm (Youth)
• 7:30pm-8:30pm (Adult)
Activity Description:
• This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to prepare them for Special Olympics cheer competitions. Participants are placed on teams based on age and ability to practice cheer routines for competitions. 

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Practice the cheer routines with the athletes and help participants who are struggling with the choreography
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is cheer, dance, gymnastics or another related area is preferred
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-4

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Event Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Start Date: 12/02/2026 End Date: 03/02/2027
Event Frequency: Every Wednesday
Start Times: 6:00 PM | End Times: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Dates: Wednesdays, December 2, 2026 – March 3, 2027
Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
• 6pm-7pm (Ages 6-11)
• 7pm-8pm (Ages 12-15)
Activity Description:
• This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to prepare them for Special Olympics basketball competitions. Participants are placed in groups to practice various basketball skills and play basketball games.

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Assist coaches or independently coach a group on a specific basketball skill
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is preferred but not required but volunteers must engage in the activity
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-4

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Event Location: Eagles Community Center - 828 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204
Start Date: 12/02/2026 End Date: 03/02/2027
Event Frequency: Every Wednesday
Start Times: 6:00 PM | End Times: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Dates: Wednesdays, December 2, 2026 – March 3, 2027
Location: Eagles Community Center – 828 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204
• Volunteer time will depend on team but they either practice between 6pm-7pm or 7pm-8pm
Activity Description:
• This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to prepare them for Special Olympics basketball competitions. Participants are placed in teams to practice various basketball skills and play basketball games. Beginning end of January, teams will play games with other cities instead of practice.

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Assist coaches or independently coach a group on specific basketball skills
• Be encouraging and cheer on participants while they practice!
• Experience is preferred but not required but volunteers must engage in the activity
Volunteer Number Requesting: 1-4

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Event Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Start Date: 12/02/2026 End Date: 03/03/2027
Event Frequency: Every Wednesday
Start Times: 7:00 PM | End Times: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Dates: Wednesdays, December 2, 2026 – March 3, 2027
Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Activity Description:
• This program is for individuals with intellectual disabilities to prepare them for Special Olympics basketball competitions and play with non-disabled peers. Participants practice various basketball drills and play basketball games with teammates. Beginning in February, teams will play games with other cities instead of practice. Games are typically held on Monday or Wednesday nights in either Tempe or Chandler.

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Assist with set up and clean up 15-30 minutes before and after practice
• Attend and participate in basketball practices
• Learn rules of a Unified Partner in Special Olympics basketball games
• Play in local and Special Olympics competitions/games

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Event Location: Mesa Community College Southern & Dobson Campus
Start Date: 11/04/2026 End Date: 11/04/2026
Event Frequency: 1st Wednesday of every month
Start Time: 10:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Market
Event Description/Details: We Care Wednesday is a food distribution event that takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at the Southern/Dobson campus, and the third Wednesday of every month at the Red Mountain campus. The food distribution events take place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at both locations, and is open to all students, staff, and community members in need of food assistance.

Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers at the We Care Wednesday food distribution can help organizing food, packing boxes or bags, welcoming and checking in participants after the distribution, cleaning up. We ask for our volunteers to arrive at 9:30am.

Contact info: 
Name: Balbina Garcia
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7397
Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScX05KGpghQ5-TPbd3qEj3h_A_vDN3f0nCajXducV08sFvFsw/viewform?usp=preview

Event Location: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse - next to HW8, Southern & Dobson
Start Date: 11/06/2026 End Date: 11/06/2026
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse and Gardens (Wildflower + Pollinator) - Monarch waystation
Event Description/Details: Volunteer assisted gardening to maintain and enhance the wildflower and pollinator gardens.

Volunteer Description/Details: Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. Dress sensibly. We will provide gloves and tools.

Contact info: 
Name: Nicola Plowes
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7115
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/life-environmental-sciences/life-sciences-greenhouse-wildflower-pollinator-garden

Event Location: 43491 North Coyote Road San Tan Valley AZ 85140
Start Date: 11/07/2026 End Date: 11/07/2026
Event Frequency: One time community event (annual festival) 
Start Time: 9:00 AM | End Time: 3:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Hoofbeats with Heart
Event Description/Details: Hoofbeats with Heart invites Maricopa Community College students to volunteer at our Fall HOPE Harvest Festival on November 7, 2026.

This community festival brings together families, individuals, local businesses, community organizations, and volunteers for a day of connection, family-friendly activities, and community engagement.

The festival provides an opportunity for students to become involved in a meaningful community event while gaining hands-on experience in event coordination, community outreach, public engagement, teamwork, and volunteer service.

Students will have the opportunity to support festival activities, welcome families, assist with games and interactive experiences, and help create a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for everyone attending.

Festival hours are 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, with additional volunteer opportunities available for setup and cleanup. We will also have a food drive hosted by the Mary Gloria Foundation, so make sure to bring a can! 

Volunteer Description/Details: Students may assist in several areas, depending on their interests and assigned volunteer roles:

Event Setup: Help prepare festival grounds, activity stations, and event areas.

Guest Welcome: Greet families, welcome attendees, and help guests navigate the festival.

Activity Assistance: Help coordinate games, family activities, and interactive stations.

Parking Assistance: Help direct guests and support parking operations.

Animal Area Support: Share approved animal information, help guests follow safety guidelines, and support designated animal areas. Animal handling is only permitted when specifically authorized.

Event Support: Assist with general event needs and help maintain a welcoming and organized environment.

Cleanup: Help take down activity stations, organize materials, and restore the event grounds.

Volunteer shifts include:

Setup: 8:00 AM–10:00 AM

Festival volunteers: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Cleanup: 3:00 PM–5:00 PM

All volunteers must attend one required orientation on November 5 or November 6, wear a red T-shirt, and sign a liability waiver on November 7.

Contact info: 
Name: Aislinn Grace 
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: (480) 440-2482
Website: https://linktr.ee/hoofbeatswithheart 

Event Location: Residential Farm - Cooper x Chandler Heights (East Valley)
Start Date: 11/07/2026 End Date: 11/07/2026
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 11:00 AM | End Time: 1:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Deafinitely Communicating
Event Description/Details: Join us for hands on activities, creative stations, food, farm-inspired games, meet the farm friends in our petting zoo, and connect with other DHH families and our local Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. In the spirit of community, we'll have a potluck style picnic during the event too! You're welcome to bring a dish or treat to share, but please don't feel obligated. 

Volunteer Description/Details: Help us create a joyful, fully accessible day with goats, games, crafts, and a potluck picnic. All ASL levels are welcome! Roles include:
Setup & Cleanup Crew: Set up stations before the event and help pack up afterward.
Welcome & Check-In: Greet families, check them in, and hand out scavenger hunt cards.
Animal Station Helper (adults only): Help families visit the animals safely alongside the farm owner.
Game Station Leader: Run a fun, visual game like pumpkin bowling or scavenger hunt.
Craft Barn Helper: Assist kids with simple fall crafts.
Photo Booth Helper: Keep props organized and snap photos for families.
Story & Sign Corner: Share farm stories and teach animal signs in ASL.
Potluck & Snack Crew: Set out food, keep the area tidy, and help run bingo.
Teen Station Captain (middle/high school): Co-lead a station and buddy up with little ones.

Contact info: 
Name: Germaine Graham
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: (480) 442-9597
Website: http://www.deafinitelycommunicating.com/  

Event Location: MCC Southern & Dobson Clocktower
Start Date: 11/13/2026 End Date: 11/13/2026
Event Frequency: Second Fridays during the school year
Start Time: 9:00 AM | End Time: 11:00 AM
Your Partner Agency: MCC Arboretum
Event Description/Details: The MCC Arboretum needs your help to keep campus beautiful. Earn Service Learning credit. No experience required — we supply the tools and gloves. Dress for the weather and bring water.

Volunteer Description/Details: Plant maintenance, light pruning, tree planting, weed pulling

Contact info: 
Name: Sean Whitcomb
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7117
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/arboretum/arboretum-events 

Event Location: Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208
Start Date: 11/14/2026 End Date: 11/14/2026
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 5:00 PM | End Time: 9:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: 
• Saturday, November 14, 5-9pm at Jefferson Recreation Center - 120 S Jefferson Ave, Mesa, AZ 85208

Volunteer Description/Details: 
• Assist with set up and clean up 30 minutes before and after event
• Play video games or board games with participants (may need to assist with teaching how to play the game)
• Serving pizza and drinks

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3

Event Location: Mesa Community College Red Mountain Campus
Start Date: 11/18/2026 End Date: 11/18/2026
Event Frequency: 3rd Wednesday of every month
Start Time: 10:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Market
Event Description/Details: We Care Wednesday is a food distribution event that takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at the Southern/Dobson campus, and the third Wednesday of every month at the Red Mountain campus. The food distribution events take place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at both locations, and is open to all students, staff, and community members in need of food assistance.

Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers at the We Care Wednesday food distribution can help organizing food, packing boxes or bags, welcoming and checking in participants after the distribution, cleaning up. We ask for our volunteers to arrive at 9:30am.

Contact info: 
Name: Balbina Garcia
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7397
Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCmiymSTMAOd3LNeDVTwdCk4ydCVS1mw131s02aTGrXgLCzQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Event Location: Mesa Community College Southern & Dobson
Start Date: 12/02/2026 End Date: 12/02/2026
Event Frequency: 1st Wednesday of every month
Start Time: 10:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Community College
Event Description/Details: We Care Wednesday is a food distribution event that takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at the Southern/Dobson campus, and the third Wednesday of every month at the Red Mountain campus. The food distribution events take place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at both locations, and is open to all students, staff, and community members in need of food assistance.

Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers at the We Care Wednesday food distribution can help organizing food, packing boxes or bags, welcoming and checking in participants after the distribution, cleaning up. We ask for our volunteers to arrive at 9:30am.

Contact info: 
Name: Balbina Garcia
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7397
Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCmiymSTMAOd3LNeDVTwdCk4ydCVS1mw131s02aTGrXgLCzQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Event Location: The Post- 26 N. MacDonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
Start Date: 12/05/2026 End Date: 12/05/2026
Event Frequency: One Day
Start Time: 7:30 AM | End Time: 1:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department
Event Description/Details:  Join us for Sensory Santa Night, a magical and sensory-friendly holiday experience designed for individuals with disabilities and their families. This inclusive evening features lower lighting, no music, adaptive letter writing, and festive activities to enjoy at your own pace. Volunteers are needed to provide support and help create a calm, joyful atmosphere for all.

Volunteer Description/Details: 

• Must be 16 years or older
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is recommended but not required
• Assist children with varying abilities during holiday-themed activities and a sensory-friendly Santa meet-and-greet
• Support families with photo opportunities, guide them through the event, and ensure a positive, welcoming experience while they wait
• Everyone is encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to add to the festive spirit!

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040B4CA5AC23A3FA7-59578095-sensory 

Event Location: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse - next to HW8, Southern & Dobson campus
Start Date: 12/11/2026 End Date: 12/11/2026
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Life and Environmental Sciences Greenhouse and Gardens (Wildflower + Pollinator) - Monarch waystation
Event Description/Details: Volunteer assisted gardening to maintain and enhance the wildflower and pollinator gardens.

Volunteer Description/Details: Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and water. Dress sensibly. We will provide gloves and tools.

Contact info: 
Name: Nicola Plowes
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7115
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/life-environmental-sciences/life-sciences-greenhouse-wildflower-pollinator-garden

Event Location: Eagles Community Center - 828 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204
Start Date: 12/19/2026 End Date: 12/19/2026
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 4:00 PM | End Time: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks and Recreation
Event Description/Details: Saturday, December 19, from 4-8pm at Eagles Community Center - 828 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204

Volunteer Description/Details:
• Assist with set up and clean up 30 minutes before and after event
• Play video games or board games with participants (may need to assist with teaching how to play the game)
• Serving pizza and drinks

Contact info: 
Name: Brittany Drew
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-644-4181
Website: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Volunteers-and-Internships#section-3 

Virtual Service Opportunity & Info: Create social media ads to foster hot car awareness. Develop ways by which to encourage social media participation on our social media platforms. Help us develop civic engagement curricula that teaches civic engagement to middle school kids using dog or pet ownership as the catalyst. Create multi-racial hot car awareness ads. Inviting elected officials in the districts the student lives to submit photos. Invite friends and family to like our social media pages as we expand our brand beyond Arizona.
Volunteer Requirements: Love pets. Appreciates that leaving a dog or child in a hot car is wrong. Thinks outside the box

Contact info:
Name: Debra Nolan
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 623-640-5296
Website: http://www.dontleaveme.org

Virtual Service Opportunity & Info: The MCC Arboretum maintains a database and map of the campus trees. The database needs to be updated regularly as trees are removed or added. It also contains scientific information about the tree species, but there is missing information that needs to be researched and input. The map also needs updating and maintenance.
Volunteer Requirements: Access to a computer with internet and limited computer skills are required for the database maintenance. Knowledge of computer programming, specifically Javascript, is required for the map project.

Contact Info
Name: Sean Whitcomb
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-461-7117
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/arboretum/arboretum-events

Virtual Service Opportunity & Info: Volunteers are needed for Azura Literacy’s virtual reading program. Volunteers will be tutoring elementary students in reading one-on-one through Zoom twice a week for 45 minutes, providing individualized support to struggling readers.
Volunteer Requirements: 

• at least 18 years old
• have access to a computer and high-speed internet connection
• proficient in the following computer skills: using internet browsers & websites – switching between multiple open tabs; Zoom meetings & screen sharing
• pass a literacy screener
• Level 1 fingerprint clearance (if you do not have a current valid card, we can cover the cost of the DPS application; volunteers cover the $8.25 scanning fee)
• interview with the program director, including demonstrating competency using Zoom screen sharing and navigating multiple tabs in a web browser
• complete the self-paced e-trainings (12-15 hours total) & attend a live Zoom meeting for new tutors (2 hours)
• commitment to at least 1.5 hours per week (two separate 45-minute sessions) for at least a 16 week semester (or 8 weeks in summer) but preferably for 1 year
• commitment to attending a monthly volunteer meeting (1 hour/month)
• ability to be reliable and punctual
• Application link: https://airtable.com/appYkl41r0lzOsnAs/shr0n4znYQkgAnxI7

Contact Info
Name: Allyse Hazeltine
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 480-834-2117
Website: https://www.azuraliteracy.org

Virtual Service Opportunity & Info: For 25 years and counting, Reading Partners has been mobilizing communities to provide proven, individualized reading support to put students on a path toward reading at grade level by fourth grade.
Volunteer Requirements: 

• Age: You must be 14 years or older.
• Time & location: Commit to a little over one hour per week (tutoring generally takes place 8 am-5 pm, Mon-Thurs).
• Training: Complete required tutor orientation.
• Technology: Online tutors must have access to a computer and reliable wifi.
• Screening: Pass a background check and any additional required screening.
• Terms and conditions: Agree to the terms of our tutor code of conduct.

Contact info:
Name: Morgan Dircks
Email:  [email protected]
Phone Number: (510) 444-9800
Website: https://readingpartners.org/

Virtual Service Opportunity & Info: St. Vincent de Paul’s Help from Home program offers opportunities to contribute to your community from anywhere, anytime. It’s all about spreading compassion and dignity to everyone in the community. Projects range from making cards for our guests, writing letters, assembling outreach kits, and many others. Your projects will impact the lives of those experiencing homelessness, working to improve their health, improve their skills to get a job, educate their kids, and so much more.
Volunteer Requirements: Please sign up on our website at www.stvincentdepaul.net/get-involved/help-from-home. You will then receive our current Help from Home Guide full of creative, fun ways to engage in volunteering from home.

Contact info:
Name: Morgan Dircks
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 602-622-1670
Website: https://www.stvincentdepaul.net/get-involved/help-from-home