Congratulations to our Volunteers of the Month

2010
June, 2010 - Mr. John Engle
May, 2010 - Ms. Melissa Kobori
April, 2010 - Ms. Ashely Griffey
March, 2010 - Ms. Delina Cheung
February 2010 - Mr Clyde Ortiz
January, 2010 - Ms. Carolyn Grieco

2009
December, 2009 - Mr. BillyGoodwin
November, 2009 - Mr Vernon "Lee" Edgar
October, 2009 - Mr. Robert Jankowski
September 2009 - Mr. Glenn Baker
August 2009 - Mr. Carlos Leon
July 2009 - Ms. Yolanda Torres-Kirkpatrick

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District gratefully accepts the aid of volunteers that routinely work over 90,000 hours annually and help make the District the resource that it is while enriching our community.

Why Volunteer?

There is a need and you can make a difference! You can meet new people and make new friends You can learn about your community and contribute to the community's well-being. You can develop your new skills (professional growth) You can use old skills You can learn something new (personal growth) You can gain a sense of accomplishment You can earn credit for school Receive recognition You can have fun!

How do I get involved?

Call (510) 888-0102 for general information and referrals to specific H.A.R.D. volunteer jobs.
Also contact Donna Fitzwater, by e-mail volunteerhayward@aol.com

Select a volunteer opportunity, complete a volunteer application, complete orientation and training, and begin volunteering. That is it! The more you give, the happier you will be!

Aquatics | Photocentral |  Adobe Art Gallery | Wildlife | Theatre |
Youth Enrichment | Senior Programs

Contact sites & program directly for volunteer opportunities

881-6735 - Adobe Art Gallery
317-2314 - Adult Sports
881-6703 - Aquatics
881-6735 - Art
881-6755 – Ashland Community Center
317-2300 - Skywest Golf Cour se
888-0200 - Mission Hills of Hayward Golf Course
670-7270 - Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center
670-7275 - Kennedy Park
881-6717 - Parks Department
317-2302 - Playgrounds Programs
881-6778 - Programs for the Disabled
881-6721 - Photography
881-6766 - Hayward Area Senior Center
881-6747 - Sulphur Creek Nature Center - download forms
881-6738 - Kenneth C. Aitken Senior Center
881-6717 - Park Department
888-0102 - Volunteer Services - download application

Ask the staff about scheduling a visit for that specific recreation program. Get to know the staff and environment. Ask for a job description. Decide whether the volunteer job, environment, and time commitment are a good match for you.