Sonoma County Needs Volunteers for 8 Inspiring Causes

Communities thrive when neighbors help neighbors, and Sonoma County is proving that with eight organizations seeking volunteers to support causes that change lives.

The Alzheimer's Association needs volunteers for its October 3 Walk to End Alzheimer's at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park. Volunteers will help promote the event and support fundraising efforts for a disease that affects millions of families nationwide.

Animal lovers can join the Bird Rescue of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa, where injured and orphaned birds get a second chance at life. The center needs regular weekly volunteers for both clinic work and front desk duties. Front desk helpers must be 18 or older with phone experience.

California State Parks is recruiting volunteers for historic sites in Sonoma and Petaluma. The best part? Volunteers earn free day-use passes to state parks across California after completing a certain number of hours. It's a win for preserving history and enjoying nature.

Giant Steps Equestrian Center south of Petaluma offers adaptive horseback riding lessons that transform lives. The center needs side walkers and horse leaders to help make therapeutic riding accessible to people with disabilities.

The Ripple Effect

Each volunteer opportunity creates waves of positive change far beyond the hours served. When someone helps at the Armstrong Redwoods Visitor Center in Guerneville, they connect thousands of visitors with nature's beauty. When volunteers support Face to Face's Cycle to Zero event on May 30 in Guerneville, they're raising money to fight AIDS while building community.

The Assistance League of Sonoma County needs thrift shop workers in Santa Rosa, where sales fund programs that help children and families in need. Court Appointed Special Advocates of Sonoma County seeks office volunteers to support staff who advocate for children in foster care.

Training is provided for most positions, making it easy for anyone to start making a difference. Whether someone has two hours a week or just one day for a special event, there's a way to help.

Organizations continue accepting applications, giving people plenty of time to find the perfect match for their skills and passions.