Volunteers Are the Heart of The GreenHouse

The GreenHouse is a community built by people who care—and our volunteers are at the heart of it all.

They show up with their time, their talents, their creativity, and, most importantly, their hearts. They help kids with homework, cheer on teens, pull weeds in the garden, share a favorite hobby, help at events, lend a helping hand, and sometimes simply sit down and listen.

These everyday moments matter. They are how relationships are built, confidence grows, and young people know that their community believes in them.

In fact, one-third of all the hours worked at The GreenHouse each year are contributed by volunteers. That's thousands of hours of people choosing to show up for our kids, our families, and our community.

We couldn't do what we do without you. You truly are part of what makes The GreenHouse a safe haven and a place of belonging.

If you'd like to find a way to get involved, we'd love to meet you. Start by completing our Volunteer Interest Survey, or reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@thegreenhousecenter.org or 916-402-7978.

Come be part of the GreenHouse community. We have a place for you here.

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Deborah Blanco

    • Available: September through May

    • Commitment: 6 months at 2.5 hours/week (can vary depending on your availability)

    • Age Group: 1st–6th grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Mondays (3:00-5:30pm), Wednesdays (2-3:30pm or 4-5:30pm), or Fridays (3-5:30pm)

    • Requirements: Must be 16 years and older to volunteer. Volunteers 18+ must be fingerprinted. Must attend training session.

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Deborah Blanco

    • Available: September through May

    • Commitment: 1 semester, 4 hours/week

    • Age Group: 1st–6th grade

    • Meet Dates: Monday*, Wednesday*, or Friday*

    • Meet Time: 1:30p-5:30p

    • Requirements: Must be 16 years and older to volunteer. Volunteers 18+ must be fingerprinted. Must attend training session.

    *Choose one day of the above to come in for 4 hours.

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Deborah Blanco

    • Available: September through May

    • Commitment: 9 Months

    • Age Group: 5th and 6th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Every other Tuesday, 6:00–7:30pm

    • Requirements: Must be 16 years and older to volunteer. Volunteers 18+ must be fingerprinted. Must attend training session.

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Deborah Blanco

    • Available: June and July

    • Commitment: 5 weeks, 2.5 hours per week

    • Age Group: 1st–6th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Monday through Thursday, 10:00am–12:30pm (Mon–Wed), 1:30–4:00pm (Thurs)*

    • Requirements: Must be 16 years and older to volunteer. Volunteers 18+ must be fingerprinted. Must attend training session.

    *Can vary depending on your availability

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Maliya Vaughan

    • Available: September through May

    • Commitment: 6 months*, 2.5 hours/week*

    • Age Group: 7th–9th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00–4:30/5:30pm

    • Requirements: Must be 18+ to volunteer in the Teen Programs. Must be fingerprinted and attend training sessions.

    *Can vary depending on your availability

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Maliya Vaughan

    • Available: September through May

    • Commitment: 1 semester, 4 hours per week*

    • Age Group: 7th–9th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30–5:30pm

    • Requirements: Must be 18+ to volunteer in the Teen Programs. Must be fingerprinted and attend training sessions.

    *Choose one of the two days to come in for 4 hours

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Maliya Vaughan

    • Available: June and July

    • Commitment: 5 weeks, 3.5 hours per week*

    • Age Group: 7th–9th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00am–12:30pm*

    • Requirements: Must be 18+ to volunteer in the Teen Programs. Must be fingerprinted and attend training sessions.

    *Can vary depending on your availability

  • To volunteer, please download an application and contact our Volunteer Coordinator to set up an interview.

    • Program Director: Maliya Vaughan

    • Available: Year round

    • Commitment: 1 year, 1.5-2hours/week*

    • Age Group: 7th–12th Grade

    • Meet Days and Times: Wednesdays, 6:00–8:00pm*

    • Requirements: Must be 18+ to volunteer in the Teen Programs. Must be fingerprinted and attend training sessions.

    *Can vary depending on your availability