Volunteer at your local bgcp clubhouse or school site!
BGCP has a variety of volunteer opportunities available to support our students and their families. Children are welcome to volunteer at many of these activities. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Senior Director of Community Engagement Emily Mungul.
SUPPORT A FUTURE GRAD TO AND THROUGH COLLEGE
Become a Future GradS Coach
We are seeking coaches who are passionate about supporting a first-generation college student and can be their cheerleader through the process. As a coach, you will:
Help students identify what matters to them in a college
Support students in researching and applying to the best-fit colleges
Help edit college and scholarship essays
Support their college application and financial aid process
Help to ease student anxieties about being able to “make it” in college
To learn more or to apply to be a coach, click on the button below. Deadline to apply is June 15.
High school Summer internship
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula is recruiting motivated teens to participate in summer programs across East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, San Mateo, Daly City, and South San Francisco. This internship opportunity is open to students entering 9th grade through graduating high school seniors. All interns will gain hands-on youth development experience alongside BGCP staff.
Learn more about this opportunity here.
Summer Program Options:
Ravenswood (Costano, CCRMS): June 23- July 25
Redwood City (Garfield, MIT): June 16 - July 25
San Mateo (Foster City): June 20 - July 18
Daly City (Woodrow Wilson, Daniel Webster): June 16 - July 18
South San Francisco (Susan B. Anthony): June 16- July 18
South San Francisco (Orange Park Clubhouse): June 9- July 18
HOW TO BECOME AN INTERN
Apply here. (Application process will start the first week of March)
After applying, you will be asked to complete some compliance items as required by BGCP, BGCA, and the state of California.
Adult (18 & older) requirements: Two background checks (LiveScan and Checkr), a TB Risk Assessment, 3 trainings (Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, & Foundations), a reference check, an intern form, and a liability waiver.
Minor (17 & under) requirements: One background check (Checkr), a reference check, an intern form, and a liability waiver.
Volunteer team will set up a 15-minute interview.
Complete a 3 day internship training session (3 sessions available starting first week in June)
Start making an impact!
Important!
To intern or volunteer with us, for ages 14 or older, you must have a Social Security Number (SSN) and be able to complete a background check. These requirements help us ensure a safe and welcoming space for our youth.
Volunteer with Programs
Are you interested in working alongside our incredible staff to help run fun, engaging and impactful programming? Can you commit even a few hours a week? We’re looking for volunteers to work with our students in the following areas:
Group Homework Help
1-1 or Small Group Academic Subject Tutoring
Literacy/Reading
Barry Carr Sport League Coaching
BGCP delivers high quality programming at all of our schools/clubhouse sites across San Mateo County. Volunteer opportunities are available at all our clubhouses and K-8 sites.
How to Get involved
Apply here.
After applying, you will be asked to complete our compliance process. Per BGCP, BGCA, and the state of California, volunteers must complete yearly compliance requirements to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.
Adult (18 & older) requirements: Two background checks (LiveScan and Checkr), a TB Risk Assessment, 3 trainings (Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, & Foundations), a reference check, and a volunteer form.
Minor (17 & under) requirements: One background check (Checkr), a reference check, and a volunteer form.
Volunteer team will connect with each volunteer to support you in selecting a site and schedule.
Start making an impact!
Important!
To intern or volunteer with us, for ages 14 or older, you must have a Social Security Number (SSN) and be able to complete a background check. These requirements help us ensure a safe and welcoming space for our youth.
Group and Corporate Volunteering
Looking for fun, team-bonding, in-person way to serve the community together as a team? Consider signing your group up for a Volunteer Takeover, where your company, team, or group reserves an afternoon of volunteering for our Grocery Distribution, career exploration opportunities or a special, on-site event with students.
Contact Emily Mungul, emungul@bgcp.org, to identify a day you would like to reserve.
Grocery Distribution takes place on certain days each month from 4:15-7:00 P.M.
Group or corporate events can be tailored to your company needs.