Event Support
Help with registration, setup, guest services, and more.
San Jose
Serve
Volunteer opportunities
Give a few hours where they matter most: tutoring, welcoming newcomers, festivals, and youth programs. Ready to join the team? Apply below.
Communication & Media
Assist with social media, photography, video, and content creation.
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Education & Mentorship
Tutor youth, lead workshops, and share your expertise.
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Health & Wellness
Assist in health & wellness activities, sports, etc.
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Outreach & Community Engagement
Connect with local businesses, families, and community partners.
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Logistics & Operations
Help with transportation, supplies, and event logistics.
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Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Share your talents in music, dance, drama, or visual arts.
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Technology Support
Assist with IT support, digital tools, and virtual platforms.
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Fundraising & Development
Help identify sponsors, grants, and fundraising opportunities.
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Administrative Support
Help with data entry, research, filing, and office tasks.
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Open roles
Browse active volunteer opportunities and request to help.
Community Storyteller
4 spotsAOC Connect
Capture the moments that matter — photograph and film our gatherings, then help shape the stories we share with the community.
San Jose4–6 hours per monthPhotography, Video, Social media
Wellness Circle Host
6 spotsAOC Connect
Help run our health and wellness gatherings — from walking groups to nutrition talks — and make sure every guest feels welcomed and cared for.
San Jose3–5 hours per monthCommunity care, Event hosting
Event Logistics Crew
10 spotsAOC Connect
Keep our events running smoothly: transport supplies, set up spaces, and manage the flow on the day of the gathering.
San JoseWeekends, as scheduledDriving, Setup, Teamwork
Culture Night Performer
8 spotsAOC Connect
Share your gift — music, dance, drama, or visual art — and help bring our cultural nights to life for the community.
San JoseFlexible, per eventMusic, Dance, Visual arts
Digital Support Volunteer
5 spotsAOC Connect
Help members and staff with devices, online forms, and our virtual platforms so no one is left behind by technology.
San Jose2–4 hours per weekIT support, Digital tools
Grants & Sponsorship Scout
3 spotsAOC Connect
Research grant opportunities and reach out to local sponsors who can support our programs and community events.
San Jose4 hours per weekResearch, Writing, Outreach
Office & Data Assistant
4 spotsAOC Connect
Support the team with data entry, filing, and member records so our services reach people quickly and accurately.
San JoseWeekday afternoonsData entry, Organization
Launch Event Setup Crew
12 spotsAOC Connect
Help set up and break down the AOC Launch Event on October 10, 2026. Tasks include staging, signage, registration tables, and guest welcome.
San JoseOne-time, 6 hoursTeamwork, Reliability
Youth Mentor
8 spotsAOC Education Program
Mentor African diaspora youth ages 12–18 in academics, career exploration, and cultural identity. Weekly sessions, in person or virtual.
San JoseWeekly, 2 hoursMentoring, Communication, Patience
Community Translator
6 spotsAOC Outreach
Provide translation and interpretation for community members in Amharic, Arabic, French, Kiswahili, Tigrinya, or Somali at events and in written materials.
San JoseAs needed, flexibleTranslation, Interpretation, Bilingual