Outreach & Volunteering

Work Practice Apprenticeship GGF Apprenticeship Programs

 

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.

 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for San Francisco Zen Center! Please let us know your interests and availability by filling out this form.

Please tell us what kind of volunteer work you're interested in
If possible, please let us know days and times of your availability
Location you'd like to volunteer