

SFZC’s volunteers are a large community of more than 900 supporters and practitioners whose service is vital to the on-going operation of our temples. Our volunteers donate thousands of hours every year to the organization and we are grateful for their hard work and sincerely appreciate the valuable time they spend with us. Volunteering is a beautiful example of offering time and talent as a gift to SFZC.
Volunteers work alongside a wide range of people (abbots, monks, teachers, students, and staff), allowing for a deep engagement in community and fostering the sense of ‘work as zazen.’
Opportunities to volunteer are available at both City Center and Green Gulch Farm. Some of the areas where we often need help are:
- Neighborhood outreach
- Gardening
- Kitchen
- Library
- Bookstore
- Special Events
- Farm Work
- Skilled Maintenance Work
- Online support
- And more
Please fill out the form below to volunteer. After receiving your application, we will put you in touch with the right staff member who will help schedule your first volunteer shift and provide additional info to help you learn more about SFZC and confirm that volunteering is right for you.
Meanwhile, if you have any questions you can reach out to outreach@sfzc.org.