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"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." Aesop

The mission of the Volunteer Program is to enhance and extend the County of Sonoma's ability to provide services through training, relationship development, and by connecting people with opportunities to serve the community.

Established in 1984, the County of Sonoma Volunteer Program places hundreds of people each year throughout County departments. Countless volunteers invest energy, skills, and talent to make Sonoma County a better place to live.

Volunteering is one of the greatest forms of civic engagement. America was built by volunteers and it continues to thrive because of our community's volunteer spirit.

Learn more by visiting the County of Sonoma's Volunteer Program.

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Sonoma County is very fortunate to have other agencies in our community that strengthen community service efforts in Sonoma County. Please visit some of these other websites for additional information about volunteerism in Sonoma County:

• The Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
• Volunteer Solutions
• Volunteer Match - Search for local opportunities

Below are the current volunteer opportunities available at this time. Please check back as these may change frequently. Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the County of Sonoma!

Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteers

Become a Child Advocate. Give the Gift of Time and Friendship This Holiday Season!

A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained volunteer appointed by a judicial officer to provide advocacy for a child who is under the jurisdiction of the courts due to abuse or neglect. The CASA serves as the "eyes and ears" of the judge for children in foster care. Volunteers spend time with children, monitor needed services, and provide child‑focused recommendations to the court based on the best interest of the children they serve.

We invite our community to give the gift of time and friendship to a child in foster care. Juvenile court officials have identified an additional 85 youth who need advocates and CASA is appealing to Sonoma County residents to volunteer.

If you care and have about 10 hours a month to spend, being a CASA can be very gratifying work. A CASA is a powerful voice in a child's life.

The Winter Volunteer Training is scheduled to take place online during the following dates and times:
Thursday, January 13th from 10:00-1:30 pm, and continues on Tuesday, January 18th through Thursday, January 20th from 9:00-1:00 pm. For more information and to sign up for the CASA training, contact Heloisa Heinen at  or info.

Hair Stylist/Barber at Juvenile Hall

The Sonoma County Probation Department is seeking Hair Stylists or Barbers to volunteer to cut hair for youth detained at the Sonoma County Juvenile Hall. The volunteers must provide their own tools and be willing to commit to 2-6 hours per month between 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We would ideally like to have a consistent, agreed-upon monthly schedule.

• 21+ years of age
• Licensed cosmetologist or barber
• Flexible, patient, and interested in engaging in conversation and establishing rapport with youth
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries
• No criminal background or felonies; and no probation or court action pending.

If you are interested, please respond to this posting or email (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Probation - Juvenile Hall - Tutor volunteers

Volunteer Tutors work in conjunction with the Sonoma County Office of Education and tutor residents in math, English, writing, and/or spelling. Under the direction of teacher(s) and correctional staff, individual plans are developed for each resident to meet her/his educational needs.

The ideal volunteer should be well qualified to tutor both high school-level math and English and/or writing. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age and able to maintain confidentiality and strict boundaries. Volunteers must also be able to attend the Juvenile Hall Volunteer Orientation.

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