Join a team of caring adults who are supporting San Francisco students in meaningful ways. The San Francisco Education Fund matches vetted volunteers with local teachers and students to support in the classroom for one hour a week.
Did you know SFUSD educators get just one paid day to set up their classrooms for the entire school year? With so much to do and so little time, a single three-hour volunteer shift during the SF Ed Fund's annual Back-to-School Setup Day can make a big difference. Volunteers take on key tasks like setting up bulletin boards, hanging posters, moving furniture, organizing books, painting, and cleaning, helping create a welcoming, ready-to-learn environment for students from day one.
We're seeking volunteers for the 2026-27 school year to serve as classroom support volunteers, mentors, and mindfulness volunteers. Join us in making a meaningful difference for San Francisco public school students. Trainings begin in August.
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Our One-Day Volunteers Program recently launched! Sign up now to get early alerts and be first in line for these impactful, single-day opportunities to support SF public school classrooms.
Applications will open soon to become a volunteer for the 2026-27 school year!
As part of the school district's requirements, all volunteers must pass a background check and provide proof of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test. The background check process includes listing two references on the volunteer application and participating in Live Scan fingerprinting. Once the volunteer assignment has started, all volunteers must also complete an online Mandated Reporter Training course. You will learn more information about our clearance requirements during the training.
Aspiring volunteers can register for a training while completing an application. During the training, facilitators will discuss the best ways to engage with students and/or school staff and will provide guidance around session planning, activities, and effective practices. Our online and in-person trainings are a great opportunity to ask any questions about volunteering with the SF Ed Fund!
Each volunteer has a point person coordinator from the SF Ed Fund who will provide ongoing support and check-ins. Before you get started, our coordinators will match you with the right opportunity based on the selected volunteer program: Mindfulness, Mentoring, or Classroom Support.
You will receive invitations to join virtual volunteer check-ins, register for supplemental trainings, and attend other special events throughout the year.
The SF Ed Fund Board and Young Leaders Council (YLC) support the SF Ed Fund in fulfilling its mission of advancing equitable education by providing quality learning programs, community support, and transformative financial resources to students, educators and schools.
Applications are currently closed for YLC. With interest in joining the YLC or Board, please email communications@sfedfund.org.
