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2026-27 Lambert Light Fellowship
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer & Community Partnerships
Requirement: Participate in at least two Fellowship volunteer or community partnership events over the nine months of the Fellowship. The first must be completed before January 1, 2027. Fellows will have opportunities to contribute to organizations and initiatives working in our communities.
November Opportunities
PLAY Marin Walk-A-Thon
Saturday, November, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
George "Rocky" Graham Park
850 Drake Ave, Sausalito, CA 94965 (Marin City)
The Play Marin Walk-A-Thon is our community walk that brings people together to get
active, have fun, and support kids across Marin County through the power of play. Everyone is welcome.
WHY WE WALK
We walk to bring people together. The Walk-A-Thon is a chance to get outside, move your body, meet neighbors from across Marin, and see what Play Marin is all about.
Play Marin levels the playing field for kids and teens across Marin County through the power of play. Our programs include camps, team sports, STEM, coastal adventures, and more, bringing young people together across neighborhoods and backgrounds.
Come walk with us, meet our team, and learn how play builds confidence, friendships, and community. And if you'd like to do a little more, you can support our programs with a gift or start your own fundraising page. Need help getting your page set up? Email us at info@playmarin.org and we'll walk you through it.
OCTOBER COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY (1 of 2)
Join Jolie, Elizabeth, Penny Lane for a Volunteer Workday at the National AIDS Memorial Grove in Golden Gate Park for an amazing opportunity to meet new people, contribute to a powerful community space, enjoy SF, and meet Fellowship supporter, filmmaker, and USC professor Sara Schwartz. The Grove is a 10-acre memorial and "dedicated space for healing, hope, and remembrance."
National AIDS Memorial Grove
Community Volunteer Workday
Saturday, October 17, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
WHERE TO GO ON THE DAY
Our volunteer sign-in table opens at 8:30am, and is located at the (outer) east end of the Grove on Bowling Green Drive in Golden Gate Park. See the map (will be emailed) for directions. Please note: Ride share and public transportation is always encouraged. If driving, please do not leave valuables visible in your vehicle.
WHAT TO EXPECT
After signing in, a breakfast of coffee, juices, bagels, and fruit is provided to all volunteers. At 9:00am, a brief introduction with historical background is given by a National AIDS Memorial board or staff member, followed by an explanation of the day's various projects.
Volunteers then break into teams and work under the supervision of our gardener and team leaders. At 11:45am, work ends, and volunteers gather at noon for “Circle Time” for announcements, acknowledgement of sponsors and groups, and a moment of silence in honor of lives lost to AIDS, then we end with lunch. Breakfast items, lunch, snacks, and beverages are provided to all volunteers.
Gloves and tools are also provided. We suggest that you wear sturdy shoes, bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat or cap. Please note that open toe shoes are not permitted. Please wear sturdy clothing (jeans and long-sleeved shirts are suggested) as we have discovered a few areas where poison oak is growing. And, if clearing blackberry or other prickly plants, you'll be better protected from being scratched.
All participants must sign a Community Workday Release form to participate. Volunteers under the age of 18 must have the form signed by a parent/guardian prior to working at the Grove.
OCTOBER COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY (2 of 2)
Dipsea Hike for Prevention
Saturday, October 24, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Old Mill Park, Mill Valley
Come with Pseads to join Zero Breast Cancer (ZBC) and Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP) on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for the Dipsea Hike for Prevention in Mill Valley.
From the Organizers:
"For the first time, our organizations are partnering around a shared vision: a future with fewer breast cancer diagnoses and recurrences. Together, we work to reduce breast cancer risk through science, education, and prevention-focused action.
Climb the 688 iconic Dipsea steps and complete a scenic 5.5-mile loop that brings you back down the steps to Old Mill Park. Connect with a passionate community, earn fundraising prizes, and enjoy a post-hike celebration. Every hiker receives a goody bag featuring cleaner, safer products from our generous sponsors.
Because 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and most cases are not linked to family history, prevention matters. Gather your friends and family, start or join a team, and help create a healthier future for all."
Upcoming...
Postpartum Support Center
San Rafael, California
Opportunities to support initiatives focused on women’s health and infant/family well-being.
Marin County Food Bank
Opportunities to contribute to food access and community support.
Living Wisdom Collective
Opportunities to connect with older adults in community spaces and senior living facilities through storytelling, creativity, conversation, and music.
EarthSeed Farm
Opportunities to work on the land, support the North Bay’s first Afro-Indigenous farm.
Fellows may also propose a volunteer experience connected to their interests or project, including opportunities in their geographic area for Fellows living outside of the Bay Area.
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