Volunteer with Sunrise

Sunrise's community impact is fueled by 650+ volunteers who give their time and energy to make our mission possible every day! From our Hub volunteers who serve multiple times a week to our once-a-month lawn maintenance team, we partner with individuals, families, groups, and those who need to complete community service to serve thousands of people experiencing homelessness each year.

Second Saturdays

On the second Saturday of every month, volunteers of all ages come together for a fun morning of giving back!

From 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, join the crew at the Sunrise Hub located at 4430 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78745.

Tasks range from sorting donated items, making hygiene kits, and hanging clothing to helping with special projects or sorting mail. There's something for everyone!

Sign up at our GivePulse link below to join the fun.

Individual Opportunities

There are several ways to volunteer at Sunrise. To get started follow the steps below to start your volunteer application:

  1. Go to our GivePulse page

  2. Click “Join”

  3. Create an account

  4. Fill out the volunteer application

Don't see your skill on the list below? Email our Community Engagement Coordinator at communityengagement@sunriseaustin.org to find the perfect fit. We look forward to having you on our team!

Group Opportunities

Bring your group to visit the Sunrise Hub and get hands-on in our cafe or participate in one of our special group volunteer projects.

Volunteer at our location or yours! Our group opportunities range based on the size of the group, budget, and our staff's time and resources to host a wonderful experience for all.

Group events should be scheduled at least one month in advance and will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.

To get started, fill out the group interest form and our team get back to you in a few days to talk more. Thank you!

Ways To Volunteer

  • Cafe Server

    This opportunity includes prepping and serving donated food, coffee and other items to our clients at our Hub location. This opportunity is for individuals 18 years old and up.

    Shifts are available Monday through Friday. There are three shifts

    • Shift A from 8:15 am - 11:00 am

    • Shift B from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm.

    • Full Shift from 8:15 am to 1:30 pm

    Fill out the individual interest form to get started.

  • Clothing Organizer

    Sunrise receive bags of clothing donations on a daily basis at our Hub location and need we help sorting and organizing! We have a volunteer clothing team that you would join, remote sorting where you could come on Saturday to pick up and bring back, or you can sort on at the Hub location.

    Fill out the individual interest form to get started.

  • Landscaping & Groundskeeping

    Lanscaping and groundskeeping helps keep our property nice and clean for our clients. Tasks include landscaping, painting, organizing, etc. at our Hub location. This opportunity is flexible, but regularly happens on Saturdays from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. We also have one Saturday a month where there are larger projects happening.

    Fill out the individual interest form to get started.

  • Cook From home

    Sunrise gets food donations on a weekly basis that need to be cooked into meals. Volunteers pick-up ingredients and meal pans from our pantry at the Hub location and bring it back for us to serve. This is the ultimate "quaranteering" opportunity! Home-cooked meals are always a favorite with our clients. We can provide meal ideals or you can enjoy using your creativity like on the TV show "Chopped".

    Fill out the individual interest form to get started.

  • Restaurant pick-up

    Sunrise gets food donated from other organizations, restaurants, or caterers. Volunteers pick-up the food donations and deliver them to our Hub location.

    Fill out the individual interest form to get started.

  • Fundraising & Marketing

    Sunrise has a small staff and always needs help with fundraising, website, storytelling, videography, photography, graphic design and more! If you're looking for a virtual volunteer opportunity or want to serve on a committee, we have an opportunity for you.

    For more information please email development@sunriseaustin.org to get started.

VOLUNTEER handbook

Sunrise volunteers embody kindness, professionalism, and respect in everything they do. Learn how to be an awesome volunteer by downloading our Volunteer Handbook!

Sunrise Internships

Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center offers internships for students pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Marketing, Communication, and Non-Profit Management degrees. We currently partner with Texas State University, The Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas Austin, St. Edward’s University, Baylor University, and more!

If you have any questions or want more information about our internship opportunities, please email internships@sunriseaustin.org.

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