JH Service Hours

On-going Opportunity at Coachella Valley Rescue Mission

Coachella Valley Rescue Mission has a new policy in place - you must attend a volunteering orientation before serving any meals or volunteering for the organization. You can find more information and the new volunteer access at https://www.cvrm.org/ways-to-give/volunteer/ Students must volunteer with his/her guardian and only in food prep/service.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL volunteers under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult, and children under the age of 12 years old are not eligible to volunteer. Each eligible minor child volunteering at CVRM must submit an individual application along with a parent.

All volunteers (PARENT ONLY) must attend one session of the mandatory orientation before starting the service. Orientation will be every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. or the 4th Wednesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. at the CVRM campus.

CONTINUANCE IN THE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IS CONTINGENT UPON YOUR ATTENDANCE AT ORIENTATION.

Please note - the is no SignUp Genius. CVRM has their own link which will be through their volunteer portal. Meals are served 7 days per week, 3 times per day.

Upcoming Orientation dates:

September 10 at 9 am

September 24 at 9 am

October 15 at 9 am

Monthly Narrow Door Food Boxing

3rd Saturday of every month

**This opportunity was arranged by Mr. Yip and is completely full** Please remember to check for cancelations.

From Mr. Yip - Sign up for as many dates as you wish. Note that you are no longer capped at 3 hours per organizations for the school year (you just need to make sure you do at least 2 organizations per trimester). The only thing I ask is that if you cannot make it, please find someone else to take your spot as this is self organized and we want to make sure that we have 15 students showing up each month. 2.5 service hours will be given for each event.

The Narrow Door's mission is to identify and impact issues within the Coachella Valley by connecting people to God and a supporting community. We do this by providing free public assistance that calls for immediate action in the areas of hunger relief, homelessness, clothing, hygiene and discipleship programs. For more information on the Narrow Door, visit https://www.thenarrowdoor.org

The 3rd Saturday of every month during the school year, we have partnered with the Narrow Door to help box food for those in need. We may even walk next door to distribute the food so that the students can see/feel the impact they are making to the community.

Students must wear SHS volunteer shirt and appropriate free-dress bottoms and close-toes shoes.

If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Geeman Yip at geeman@yips.net or 425.260.5757.

Saturdays in September, October, and November

First Fridays in September, October, and November

American Cancer Society Thrift Store

Volunteers will work with crew at ACS Boutique Discovery Store to sort clothing, steam clothing, place clothing on sales floor, decorate store and help display newly-priced decor items. 1 parent and student team and one student. Parent must stay until all students are picked up. You will need to fill out attached (under "Document") ACS volunteer form before you arrive. Please wear appropriate attire (comfortable shoes are acceptable) and a mask. Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled time to work. When you arrive please ask for Richard or Mark, the store managers. Please wear your SHS volunteer shirt or SHS PE shirt or uniform shirt. NO cell phone use. No short shorts.

Wednesdays in September and October

Read to Seniors at La Quinta Palms

You are invited to bring joy and companionship to seniors at La Quinta Palms Independent Living by reading aloud to them. The facility will provide the books, so all you need is your voice and a kind heart. This fun and rewarding opportunity helps build friendships and brighten a senior’s day.
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 330pm-430pm
Location: The Palms At La Quinta Gracious Retirement Living
Address: 45190 Seeley Dr, La Quinta
Instructions: Enter the lobby and let the concierge know you are there to read to a group!

Questions - Please email Mrs. Johnson at jennyrebeccajohnson@gmail.com or 760-333-9276

Saturdays and Sundays in October (11/12 and 18/19)

Refuge Pregnancy Center Baby Bottle Drive

Pregnancy Refuge Center has the need for four students for each Mass on Saturday and Sunday. Volunteers will hand out baby bottles as parishioners exit after each Mass. Bottles will be taken home, filled with coins, and then returned to the Parish. There will be a pulpit announcement asking for people to take one as they leave. Students should see Mr. Stearns or Christi upon arrival.

STUDENTS MUST WEAR MASS UNIFORM (INCL. OUTERWEAR) and MAY NOT ATTEND THE MASS DURING VOLUNTEER TIMES. Please bring your form to be signed by Mr. Stearns or Christi. No cell phone use is permitted!

NEW EVENT - Added 10/16

Saturday, October 18

Autism Spooktacular and Safety Fair

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for volunteering your time and energy to support this special event. Your help means so much to us and to the families in the Autism and Intellectual/Developmental Disability community. Because of dedicated volunteers like you, we are able to create safe, inclusive, and joyful spaces where families can celebrate together.

This free, family-friendly event is more than just a celebration—it’s a chance for children and families to experience the magic of Halloween in a supportive environment where they are welcomed exactly as they are. With your help, families will enjoy a safety fair, carnival games, a corn maze, inflatables, music, community resources, and so much more. 🎊

Every smile, every laugh, and every memory created is possible because of your generosity and willingness to serve. We are truly excited to work alongside you in making this event not only successful, but unforgettable for our families.

Below are a few important details to keep in mind as we prepare for this wonderful day.

Address: La Quinta Community Park
77865 Avenida Montezuma
La Quinta CA 92253

Shift Times/Tasks:

Mid/End Shift 11:00am - 3:00pm
Volunteers will help support in activity areas, registration, gives breaks to other volunteers, clean up trash during event, and help with other staff needs. Volunteers will also help with cleaning up and breaking down after the event is over, loading items back into vehicles.

Reminders:

Please be on time.

Attire - dress comfortably in casual clothing, as you will be moving around a lot (jeans, shorts, t-shirts, sneakers, etc.). MUST WEAR SHS BLUE VOLUNTEER SHIRT. NO CELL PHONE USE

You may also wear Halloween accessories that are NOT SCARY, to be fun and festive.

We will provide water and snacks.

NEW EVENT - Added 10/15

Saturday, October 18

Babysitting at the Parent Retreat - GIRLS in 7th or 8th only

Volunteers are needed to babysit during the First Grade Parent Retreat on Saturday, October 18 from 8:45am-12:15pm. The volunteers will be given snacks and water and will receive 3 service hours. Forms must be brought to the event and signed by Sister Mary Joseph. Students must wear blue SHS volunteer shirts and SHS outwear. No ripped/torn jeans or excessively tight clothing. No cell phone use whatsoever is permitted.

Wednesday, October 22

Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce Mixer
Our students are needed for set-up and to serve as greeters at the Kick-Off to Season Mixer for the Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce. Students must wear SHS volunteer shirt, tennis shoes, and appropriate free-dress bottoms. NO CELL PHONE USE WHILE VOLUNTEERING!
Questions - Ms. Nygren - info@ranchomirage.org

Date10/22/2025 (Wed.)

Time3:30PM - 6:00PM PDT
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
Fireside Lounge
71333 Dinah Shore Drive
Rancho Mirage

Saturday, October 25

Indio Community Center Halloween Carnival

The Desert Recreation District is hosting an annual Halloween Carnival that provides a safe and secure environment for children to participate in fun activities, games, and receive candy. Volunteers will run booths.

Students must wear SHS blue volunteer shirts and PE shorts, jeans (no holes or tears), or bermuda shorts. NO short shorts or excessively tight clothing. All outerwear must be SHS. NO CELL PHONE USE DURING VOLUNTEER TIMES! Please remember you are representing YOUR Catholic school.

STUDENTS MUST ONLY SIGN UP FOR ONE SLOT.

Questions - Sandra (760) 347-4263

Sacred Heart Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 25

Sacred Heart Church will be hosting Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25! We need parents and students to volunteer to have trunk open. In addition, we student volunteers to help with the photo booth, popcorn machine, and snow cones.

SET-UP, SNACK BAR, BREAK-DOWN - Students must wear blue SHS volunteer shirts, but can show Halloween spirit with other items of clothing/accessories. Close-toed shoes. No cell phone use will be permitted. 1.5 hours given (may sign up for both shifts).

TRUNK OR TREAT VOLUNTEERS - Students must wear blue SHS volunteer shirts, but can show Halloween spirit with other items of clothing/accessories. Close-toed shoes. No cell phone use will be permitted. 3 hours will be given.

HAUNTED HOUSE VOLUNTEERS - Students must wear ALL BLACK. Close-toed shoes. No cell phone use will be permitted. Students will volunteer from 5-8pm to earn three hours.

All Parent Volunteers will receive parent hours.

Questions - Mrs. Eason at margaritaeason@ymail.com

Golf Cart Parade - PD Chamber of Commerce

Saturday, October 26

Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce needs our volunteers to walk in the parade and carry banners. Volunteers should meet Mrs. Wisener at the Staging Area at 11am to be ready to walk at 12pm. The walk is from San Luis Rey to Octotillo.

2 hours. No cell phone use is permitted. Students must wear blue SHS volunteer shirt and SHS outerwear ONLY! If cold, better to wear a long-sleeve shirt under volunteer shirt than outerwear.

Each participant in the parade must sign an insurance waiver. This completed waiver must be returned to Mrs. Walton by October 21. The waiver is available on our website golfcartparade.org. Student should bring water to the event and wear plenty of sunscreen/a hat.

Questions - Mrs. Wisener - Heather@pdacc.org

Sunday, October 26

SCRAP Gallery at Spooktacular

Trick or Treat, Meet Your Fire and Police, and Win a Bicycle with a Cool Seat at Cathedral City's Halloween Spooktacular. The Cathedral City Police Department, Cathedral City Fire Department, City of Cathedral City's Special Events and many non-profit organizations bring to you the Halloween Spooktacular, Sunday, October 26 from 12-3 pm. The event will occur in downtown in front of City Hall, 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero. Halloween Spooktacular will include free admission as well as exhibits sponsored by non-profit organizations, the Cathedral City Police Department and Cathedral City Fire Department.

Students will be volunteering for S.C.R.A.P. Gallery. The S.C.R.A.P. Gallery is a unique environmental art museum and engaging mobile program that delivers art and environmental education to children throughout the Coachella Valley. By using donated discarded materials, students of all ages learn about conservation, reuse and other environmental issues through hands-on exploration. The students will be working the arts and crafts booth.

Students must wear SHS blue volunteer shirts and PE shorts, jeans (no holes or tears), or bermuda shorts. ALL OUTERWEAR MUST BE SHS. NO short shorts or excessively tight clothing. Please remember you are representing YOUR Catholic school. NO CELL PHONE USE PERMITTED DURING VOLUNTEER

Location - Downtown Cathedral City at the Civic Center and Festival Grounds (68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City)

Sunday, October 26

Cathedral City Info Booth at Spooktacular

The Cathedral City Police Department, Cathedral City Fire Department, City of Cathedral City's Special Events and many non-profit organizations bring to you the Halloween Spooktacular, Sunday, October 26 from 11:30am-3:30pm. The event will occur in downtown in front of City Hall, 68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero. Halloween Spooktacular will include free admission as well as exhibits sponsored by non-profit organizations, the Cathedral City Police Department and Cathedral City Fire Department.

Students will be volunteering for Cathedral City's Information Booth.

Students must wear SHS blue volunteer shirts and PE shorts, jeans (no holes or tears), or bermuda shorts. ALL OUTERWEAR MUST BE SHS. NO short shorts or excessively tight clothing. Please remember you are representing YOUR Catholic school. NO CELL PHONE USE PERMITTED DURING VOLUNTEER

Location - Downtown Cathedral City at the Civic Center and Festival Grounds (68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City)

Please go to the Cathedral City's booth and see Mrs. Krause

Saturday, November 8

Knights of Columbus Recycling Program

On-Going – every 2nd Saturday of each month

Sacred Heart Church's Knights of Columbus need your help with the recycling program. Student volunteers are needed for Recycling Day events on the 2nd Saturday of each month (2 hours).

Students must wear SHS volunteer shirt (OR PE IF IT HAS NOT COME IN YET) and appropriate free-dress bottoms.

All hours are completed at Sacred Heart under the solar panels on the basketball court/drive-thru parking lot on the east side of the campus.

No-shows will be penalized for the number of hours missed. Meaning, if you do not show to a 2-hour window, 2 hours will be added to the required 9, making your requirement now 11.

Field of Valor

November 7-11

The Evening Rotary Club of Cathedral City is organizing the 17th Annual Fields of Valor at Patriot Park, located at 33998 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234.

This week-long celebration begins with an Opening Ceremony recognizing local lost veterans from Riverside and San Bernardino counties in the Vietnam War and California fallen soldiers from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. An area will be dedicated to Soldiers of Valor from past wars to honor family and friends. The names of local lost veterans will be recorded and looped on a soundtrack to be played all day, ending with taps at sundown..

Students are needed to help with set-up, hosting/greeting, and take-down. Students must wear SHS volunteer shirt, tennis shoes, and appropriate free-dress bottoms. NO CELL PHONE USE WHILE VOLUNTEERING!

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