Get your SERVE on!

A Cities of Service Initiative, Richmond ESC is true to its name: Excellence Serving our Community. We hope to bring light to the fabulous work that is already taking place in Richmond, California, as well as inspire people to do more.

This website is a meeting place for people to apply for volunteer opportunities with the City of Richmond as well as local nonprofits. From gardening, being a writing coach to students, passing out free fresh food, to volunteering at festivals and events, we believe that when people are inspired to celebrate doing well we can change our community for the better.

Create your account today!

Whether you are a person seeking to find the perfect volunteer opportunity, or an organization looking for volunteers, create your account today to start making connections. Click here to start your own search, or here to view a list of participating organizations. 

Do you use social media? Connect with us on Facebook & Twitter so we can start networking together!

Special Thanks

In January 2012, the City of Richmond was awarded a two-year grant by the S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation to plan and implement the Cities of Service model to Richmond, California. Through this grant, Richmond ESC has established this website, hosted community service award ceremonies, brought together youth, and truly promoting volunteerism.

Throughout a city-wide ballot in October, Richmond’s program model was branded as “Excellence Serving our Community (ESC)” by Imani Davis, local resident and volunteer for the Richmond’s Literacy for Every Adult Project (LEAP). Victor Castro Gomez, a 17-year old Richmond High School student, designed the logo which was selected by a panel of judges.

The Richmond community is a vibrant hub of local agencies and nonprofits working together with volunteers to make a difference in our community. Of course, our initiative would not be possible without the special work from community organizations and superstar volunteers!

Thank you!