Volunteer With C.R.A.F.T.S.

Join us in creating meaningful opportunities for students and families! Whether you're passionate about education, mentorship, community outreach, or supporting special events, your time and talents can help strengthen the communities we serve.

Ready to Make a Difference?

There's a place for you at C.R.A.F.T.S.! Interested in supporting an upcoming event or getting involved in future initiatives? Explore the many ways you can contribute to our mission. Complete our volunteer interest form to take the first step toward getting involved.

C.R.A.F.T.S. welcomes students in grades 7–12, parents, families, and adult community members. There is no participation fee or minimum number of required hours. Community-service verification is available, and letters of recommendation may be provided following successful participation.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Golden Charter Academy After-School Program

  • Ongoing Monday through Friday from 2:30–6:00 p.m.
  • Volunteers are needed as tutors and teaching assistants for TK–8th-grade scholars.
  • Volunteers may also support our Ballet and Technology classes.
  • Location: 452 N. Pacific Avenue, Fresno, CA 93706
  • Scheduling is flexible within program hours.

Beautify Fresno Community Cleanups

  • Saturday, October 24 — Lions Skate Park
    View event details
  • Saturday, October 31 — Tower District
    Volunteers meet at Goldstein’s Mortuary & Delicatessen at 8:45 a.m.
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Operation Gobble 2026 — District 1

Hosted by Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s District 1 office.

Preparation Day

Distribution Day

There is no specific volunteer age restriction, but volunteer waivers will be required for liability and photographs.

Operation Gobble 2026 — District 4

  • Saturday and Sunday, November 21–22, 2026
  • Volunteer roles include packing food boxes; stacking, moving, and taping boxes; providing line assistance and hospitality; and distributing food boxes and turkeys to families.
  • Event times and location will be added once confirmed.

Fresno/Madera Toys for Tots

  • Marathon Weekend at River Park — December 4–6, 2026
  • Jingle Bell Run Toy Collection — December 12, 2026
  • Volunteers will serve in two-hour shifts.
  • Volunteers must be at least 10 years old.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Registration: fresno.toysfortots.org
    Select Get Involved and then Sign Up to Volunteer.