FAQS
How much time do I need to commit?
All volunteers are expected to commit at least 2 days per week for two semesters for all projects. This includes regular meetings with the coordinator and other volunteers. Most volunteers are matched in long term, one to one relationships. If you are dedicated, love working with people, and appreciate a challenge, please apply today!
What programs are available?
Stiles Hall offers a variety of programs that enhance the lives of everyone in the community. Have a look at the descriptions below to figure out which is right for you. When you’ve decided, please fill out the Community Service Application on our site and we will contact you for an interview and your first assignment. Please be aware that all volunteers that work with children will need to undergo a background check.
Mentor/Role Model Project
Matches U.C. students with children from the local community in year-long relationships. Volunteers serve as positive role models, friends, and advocates, and often become part of the child’s extended family. Half of the time is spent on literacy and academic support.
| School Sites | Days / Times | Coordinators | |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | Flexible | Kate Richards | |
Tutor/Role Model Project
An opportunity for U.C. students to form a strong one-to-one relationship through structured supervised tutoring. Tutors serve as role models, and must be available for one scheduled hour (from times below) and another flexible time, weekly.
| School Sites | Days / Times | Coordinators | |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | M – Thurs 3-4pm | Elaine Valenzuela
David Ramos Vasquez |
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| Martin Luther King Middle School | M-Thursday 3-4:15pm
Wed 2-3:15pm |
Joseph Felix Tapia
Viviana Villalpando |
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Berkeley Scholars to Cal
Eight-year comprehensive academic and social support program for educationally disadvantaged youth. Mentors must be available Saturdays 9-noon and one additional (flexible) time.
| School Sites | Days / Times | Coordinators | |
| Berkeley High School | T-Thurs 3:45-5:45 | Adriana Alvarado
Amelia Jackson |
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Sports For Kids
Volunteers coach local youth in lunchtime and after-school activities at Cragmont Elementary. Includes art, sports, and tutoring.
| School Sites | Days / Times | Coordinator | |
| Cragmont Elementary | M-F 3:00-5:00 | Andrew Jacklin | |
Experience Berkeley: Black, Latino & Native Transfer Students
Volunteers will recruit Black, Latino & Native transfer students from their former and/or local community colleges, mentor and assist students applying, and promote community among and re-affirm transfer students at Cal.
| Site | Days / Times | Director | |
| By arrangement | Flexible | Enrique Marroquin |
Experience Berkeley: Black, Latino & Native High School Seniors
Volunteers will recruit Black, Latino & Native high school students, mentor and assist students applying.
| Site | Days / Times | Director | |
| By arrangement | Flexible | Jonathan Nussur |