Mt. Soledad was chosen as the site for a war memorial in 1954 to honor veterans of the Korean conflict. Now the memorial has become an even more extraordinary tribute to our veterans with the | read more...
We are I Love Schools, Inc.-a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps place new, used and in-kind resources in classrooms locally and nationwide. Keep our services free for teachers by maintaining a small staff and relying | read more...
Project Wildlife is in need of volunteer Wildlife Education presenters. Education Presenters are responsible for delivering outreach programs for schools, scout groups, community groups, large booth events, donor benefits, media spots, etc. Volunteers will be | read more...
Computers 2 San Diego Kids believes all children and their families in San Diego, regardless of their economic status, need to be computer literate and have equal access to technology and the crucial educational, occupational | read more...
(Central San Diego) Support The Salvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center and programs by assisting with maintenance activities. Set-up rooms and premises for meetings and events, trash pick up and property maintenance. Hours needed: Thursday to Monday between 9 am – 5 pm.Link to Website
(La Jolla) SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes is seeking volunteers to assist with weekly swim program for athletes with developmental disabilities. Volunteers work under the direction of the head coach. Must be comfortable in the water. | read more...
Volunteers needed for administrative office assistance and to assist teaching artists with students’ final performances and art showcases. One-time opportunities include assisting with the annual fundraiser and with the free monthly Family Arts Nights at the Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. Click here to sign up.
American Red Cross Blood Services conducts blood drives at public and private organizations throughout San Diego County. The blood collected is processed and distributed to hospitals throughout the region. Volunteers are needed to set up | read more...
World War II veterans needed to share personal experiences and stories with interested Midway guests. Conversational/freestyle discussion; additional visual aids may be used by the guest speaker to enhance his presentations. Volunteer WWII Vets are | read more...
Would you like to be part of a puppetry troupe which entertains and educates children in San Diego? Do you want to make a positive difference in your community and have fun, too? Become a | read more...
The Holiday Angels Program began in 1985 with a group of school children who prepared gift baskets to assure that frail, home bound seniors living alone or without families would receive a gift during the | read more...
VITAS’ Memory Bear volunteers make home-sewn bears with compassion and love to ease a hurting heart after the death of a VITAS patient. The bears are sewn from items of the patient’s clothing such as | read more...
How can we make San Diego a shining example in volunteerism, community stewardship, historical preservation and improving the city for the next generation?
Editor-in-Chief Jack Crittenden discusses how we can make San Diego a shining city, and how to team with self-reliant people who help their neighbors in need and take active steps to preserve their heritage, environment and family.
Crittenden is a fourth-generation San Diegan with grandparents that were very active in the historical preservation of the city. He has a degree in public administration from USC where he specialized in urban planning, and a law degree. He has been an editor for 20 years, and founded OurCity in 2009.
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