Volunteer Opportunities
Our ultimate objective is that students and families believe in the power of reading and love what it means in their lives — that is the tipping point between someone who can read and someone who calls themselves a reader.
Each year, Words Alive’s volunteers inspire a life-long love of reading for more than 5,000 children, teens, and families in San Diego facing exceptional life circumstances such as poverty, unstable housing, foster care, teen pregnancy, and interaction with the justice system. By volunteering with Words Alive, you join a community of passionate and dedicated volunteers who know that, together, we can change the stories of the students and families we serve.
Virtual Volunteer Orientation
Ready to learn more or get started? Your first step is to attend a virtual volunteer orientation, required for all new volunteers. Click one of the session dates below to register for the orientation. Orientations typically last around 30 minutes.
Wednesday, May 20th at 5PM PT
Sunday, June 7th at 10AM PT
Wednesday, June 24th at 5PM PT
Can’t make one of these dates? No worries! Register for one anyway and we will send you a recording.
Classroom Volunteer Information Sessions
Join us for a one hour overview of our classroom volunteer roles with time for questions and a review of the full onboarding process. Anyone interested in being a classroom volunteer is invited to attend!
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in…
Volunteering with Readers?
Virtual Volunteer Opportunities?
Not sure how to get started?
Sign up for a Volunteer Orientation (upcoming dates are at the top of this page). You’ll learn more about our programs and we’ll help you find a great volunteer fit - there’s something for everyone!
If you aren’t able to make one of the dates, please email us [email protected] or call us 858-274-9673 to get started.
Happy reading!