A group of volunteers from Clark Construction pose in front of the Tenderloin People's Garden

Volunteer

COVID-19 Update

Due to COVID-19, volunteering has been scaled back a bit. As of early 2023, we are bringing back volunteering opportunities, while still prioritizing community safety for volunteers and community members. If you are interested in volunteering with TNDC, please email Charles Purdy at cpurdy@tndc.org

Volunteer with Us

Whether you're interested in volunteering on your own or as a group, we have a variety of programs that could use your support. 

Tomato and milk jug

Food Security

Help us distribute fresh produce and pantry staples to the Tenderloin
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TL After-School Program

Help tutor kids at our after-school program on Tuesdays and Thursdays
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Other Opportunities

We often need volunteers at building events, grand openings, and more
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Playstation at the Tenderloin People's Garden

Ready to get your hands dirty? Individuals and groups like PlayStation are making an impact by harvesting and distributing free fresh produce at our bi-weekly Harvest Days at the Tenderloin People's Garden and other urban agriculture needs.

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PAE volunteers

PAE-Engineers Decorate 222 Taylor for the Holidays

Give back around the holidays by helping our building staff distribute warm meals, decorate community space, and more to make the holiday season feel extra special for TNDC tenants!

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Zendesk volunteers

Zendesk Volunteers at Our Food Pantries

Every week, TNDC operates three different food pantries in partnership with the SF-Marin Food Bank. Volunteers like Zendesk help us unload, organize, and distribute free food to our neighbors in the Tenderloin and Western Addition.

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Zillow volunteers

Zillow Group Helps for Back-to-School

For special occasions like back-to-school, we have great opportunities for groups to support our work distributing resources to tenants and community members. Thanks for your support, Zillow Group! 

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Federal Reserve Bank volunteers

Federal Reserve Bank Volunteers at the Grand Opening of Ellis Gardens

When we have Grand Openings and Groundbreakings, volunteering is a great opportunity to learn more the importance of affordable housing while helping all our event participants have a good time!  

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Questions about volunteering?

Contact us at giving@tndc.org