Volunteers make our community stronger.

Volunteers make it possible for us to carry out our daily work on behalf of the community. We depend on our volunteer helpers in many ways, from making dinner for a homeless shelter to coaching kids on the great game of chess.

Our programs depend on your support and we’re deeply grateful to the hundreds of people who volunteer with Homeward Bound every year.

Nourish connections for shelter residents by providing an evening meal at Jonathan’s Place. Groups can provide a meal for 40 people on one evening or a recurring basis. This is a satisfying opportunity for congregations, service groups or assorted friends, neighbors and colleagues. Your meals can come from a store or be made in an institutional kitchen like your school or church. We have lots more to share and even some tried-and-true recipes if you want them.

Location: 190 Mill Street, San Rafael

Do you love helping people look and feel their best? We need trained stylists and barbers to put their talents into action by offering haircuts in our programs. Along with giving hair a fresh look, you will lift spirits and share smiles. We’re looking for people to visit for two hours on a regular basis at one of our shelter or housing programs. It’s a great way to offer direct assistance to participants working to build new futures.

Location: Programs in San Rafael, Corte Madera, Larkspur and Novato

Being part of a Clean Team is a chance to provide direct assistance to families and staff. We’re looking for ad hoc teams of two to six people that can spend 2 to 4 hours cleaning, organizing and doing house laundry. Our staff provides needed supplies and brooms, mops or whatever you require to get the job done.

Location: 430 Mission Avenue, San Rafael