Join the MiraCosta College Community and Discover the Power of Service!
Download a digital volunteer booklet to record your hours of service. Students are encouraged to submit their volunteer hours to servicelearning@miracosta.edu so they can be entered into the service database. By entering their hours into the service database, students can be provided with a Service History Report/Timecard that can be used for applying to scholarships, transfer applications, etc. To request a Service History Report, email servicelearning@miracosta.edu and include your name and SURF ID.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
The Carlsbad City Library Learning Center is looking for volunteers to support our 1:1 Reading Intervention program this summer. Volunteers will be paired with a student in grades 1-12 in need of extra reading support and will meet in-person for 1-hour weekly reading sessions. This is an especially great opportunity for student volunteers considering a career in Education and Child Development and wish to gain more experience working with children. Schedule: June 15 -Aug. 15. During library hours, Mon–Thurs 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. and Fridays and Sat. 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, complete a background check (cost covered), attend volunteer orientation, and commit to volunteering weekly for at least one 8-week session. Location: 3368 Eureka Pl, Carlsbad, CA 92008. For more information, contact Melissa Sisco at Melissa.Sisco@carlsbadca.gov or 442-339-5364. Learn more about the organization.
The Oceanside Museum of Art is looking for volunteers for their Art Walk X Street Level event. They’re looking for volunteers to assist in running a welcoming and safe after-hours Museum experience. Roles include gallery guard, Museum Store Clerk, and Art Walk Ambassador. Attire: business very casual (Ex. jeans, non-graphic t-shirts, etc.). This is a low-key, lightly attended event. Great for those who are willing to work with the public but prefer a slower paced environment. Dates & Times: Friday, June 5th from 4:45 - 7:45pm, Friday, July 3rd from 5-8pm, and Friday, August 7th from 5-8pm. Location: 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054. To sign up to volunteer, contact Elizabeth Dale at elizabeth.dale@oma-online.org or 760-435-3720. Learn more about the Oceanside Museum of Art.
Pride by the Beach is taking place on Saturday, June 6 from 12pm-6pm and they are in need of volunteers. Location: Civic Center Plaza, 300 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054. Learn about volunteer roles and sign up to volunteer.
Casa de Amparo: We have our annual FORE The Casa Kids Golf/Pickleball Tournament event coming up on Friday, June 12th at the Rancho Bernardo Inn and we'd love to have you come out & volunteer at our event! Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks, including setup, registration, golf activities, and auction. Volunteers must be 18+ or 15+ with a parent/guardian. We ask that all volunteers arrive on time for their scheduled shift. Volunteer shift times vary. Location: Rancho Bernardo Inn - 17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr, San Diego, CA 92128. To learn more about the event and to sign up to volunteer, contact Anna Davis-Noe at adavisnoe@casadeamparo.org or 760.330.5237. Learn more about Casa de Amparo.
ASCENDtials is looking for volunteers for their food distribution that takes place on the second Friday of the month. Volunteers are needed to support with setup/breakdown and bagging and distributing food to community. Volunteers are encouraged to dress comfortable, arrive at 10 am and finish at 1.30 PM. This is a great opportunity to work with other volunteers and meet community members in the park. Location: 3975 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105. To sign up to volunteer, contact Mika Marzette at dir@ascendtials.org or 619-608-1470. Learn more about ASCENDtials..
MainStreet Oceanside is recruiting volunteers for the Oceanside Independence Parade. The Oceanside Independence Parade is a beloved Fourth of July tradition that brings the community together to celebrate our nation’s independence in downtown Oceanside. The parade features local groups, veterans, businesses, and community organizations and attracts thousands of spectators. Volunteers help make this large community event possible by supporting parade operations and creating a safe and welcoming experience for participants and guests. Volunteers may: assist with participant check-in and staging, Help direct participants and pedestrians, support parade marshals along the route, provide general information, and distribute flags & programs. Volunteers should wear/bring comfortable clothes, walking shoes, and sun protection (hat or sunscreen recommended). Volunteers will receive an event T-shirt to wear during their shift. All parade volunteers are required to attend one mandatory training session. During the training, we will review the event schedule and layout, explain how the parade operates, and go over volunteer roles and expectations. Volunteers will receive their official assignments and event T-shirt at the training. Two training sessions will be offered approximately 1–2 weeks before the event, and volunteers only need to attend one session. Dates and times will be provided after you sign up. Date/Time: June 27, 7am-2pm (roles vary in start time). Volunteer location: 701 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, contact Claire Brady-Hecker at claire@mainstreetoceanside.com or 760.754.4512. Learn more about the event and apply to volunteer.
Turn BHS/ Mariposa Clubhouse is hosting their Mariposa In Bloom event and they’re in need of volunteers. Join us for a lively street fair featuring local vendors, music, and art for the whole community to enjoy. This free, family‑friendly event where the community can come together, celebrate creativity, and support mental wellness. Date/Time: July 19th 11am-2pm. Volunteer location: 1701 Mission Ave Suite 120 Oceanside, CA 92058. To learn more about the event and to sign up to volunteer, contact Kelly Villa at kvilla@turnbhs.org or 760.227.1461. Learn more about Turn BHS, Mariposa Clubhouse.
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation is looking for long-term volunteers to help care for their sweet chickens and lovable pig, Bingo! Chicken Care Shifts: Tuesday–Friday mornings (8:30 AM) and Saturday evenings (3:30 PM). Tasks include Light cleanup, feeding, and quality cuddle time with our feathered ladies. Bingo Care Shift: Monday mornings (8:30 AM) and Afternoon walks needed each day. Tasks include taking Bingo on a stroll, serving up her breakfast, and tidying up her home. Interested in filling any of these shifts? Email volunteer@aguahedionda.org to sign up! Training is provided—no experience needed!
Cardiff Farmers Market is looking for volunteers to assist during their farmers’ market. Volunteers are needed to support the info booth and kid’s activities. To sign up and learn more, contact Berenice Nevarez at Communications@cardiff101.com or 760.498.9509.
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation is looking for volunteers! Spend a beautiful day of field work beside the Agua Hedionda Lagoon helping restore our Carlsbad trails. We suggest wearing long pants, comfortable shoes, and clothing you don't mind getting dirty. Please bring sunscreen, a hat, and water. The scope of work varies depending on the season and current trail conditions. Projects include native planting, habitat restoration, building and installing oyster wattles, invasive species removal, brushing and trail maintenance, importing and hauling erosion control structure material, graffiti and trash removal, and trail sinkhole repairs. Check all our events on signup genius for a variety of dates and times available to volunteer. For more information, contact Larissa Fullmer at larissa.fullmer@aguahedionda.org or 760.804.1969.
Poinsettia Elementary School is short on campus monitors to cover the recess and lunch periods as listed: 9:55-10:15am, 10:15-10:35am, 11:20am-12:05pm, 12:05-12:50pm. The volunteers will be outside on the blacktop and supervise students while they are having a snack and lunch then go play in the playground structure, blacktop and field. Volunteers must make sure students don't have "food fights" at the lunch tables, that they play safely on the playground structure and out in the field. We currently have 3 campus monitors, but we can always use another "pair of eyes". For questions and to sign up, contact Silvia Crowley at scrowley@carlsbadusd.net or 760.331.6595.
Ivey Ranch Park Association, located off Rancho Del Oro in Oceanside, is seeking volunteers for in-person service opportunities. We have opportunities available during the week and on weekends. Service Projects volunteers assist outdoors with painting, landscaping, gardening, small repairs etc. These one-time volunteer opportunities are ongoing and can be organized for large groups as well. For questions and to sign-up, contact Cynthia Renteria at volunteer@iveyranch.com or 760.722.4839.
Operation HOPE-North County is looking for volunteers to host a Dry goods food drive: This can be done as a group or individually. Date and times can be flexible, you will work within your community, friends and family to collect pasta, rice, beans, etc. to make a one-time drop off at Operation HOPE-North County. These opportunities are flexible and help us provide our community members with staple food items. We serve about 120 families every Wednesday. For questions, contact Evelyn Flores eflores@operationhopeshelter.org. To learn more about our organization, visit operationhopeshelter.org.
Seacrest Village Retirement Communities is looking for volunteers on flexible days between 9:30 am - 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm! Volunteers are needed to assist staff with organizational projects, such as supply closets, activity supplies, etc. Volunteers will be working under the direction of staff. For more information and to sign-up, contact Sheryl Seltser (Volunteer Liaison) at sseltser@seacrestvillage.org or 760.632.3718. To learn about the organization, visit seacrestvillage.org.
Additional Ways To Serve Your Community
Here are other ideas and ways to promote a culture of service. You can still be socially connected while staying physically distant from our community partners--be an advocate or speak up on behalf of your favorite non-profit.
- Share with us how you're giving back. Tag us at @mcc_servicelearning and use the hashtag #MiraCostaSpartansGiveback
- Create a supply drive for one of the many MiraCosta Community Partners, take a look at the list of approved sites for ideas, or feel free to reach out to any of the Service Learning & Volunteer Center Staff.
- Highlight your favorite organization on your social media pages, and share their fundraising opportunities and remember that - no amount is too little and nonprofits need our support.
