Volunteering
There are plenty of volunteer opportunities at the Blind Community Center. Click on one of the listings below to learn more.
We are always looking for enthusiastic, can-do people to help us with our fundraisers. Current projects include the May 15 Walk-a-Thon, a June 12 Saturday brunch, a July 9 Friday night dinner/concert, and an August 14 Saturday barbeque. We could use some help with our See’s Candy sales, Carl’s Jr. coupon ticket book sales, and our December Nights in Balboa Park effort, which features the BCC Singers, pictures with Santa Claus, BCC craft sales, and a food and/or beverage table.
To help with fundraising, call Christie Greene, Ways and Means chair, at 619-280-8058
Will you lend a hand and set up or decorate, escort our visually impaired members, assist at the table side, clean up, secure raffle items, or sell See’s candy? You name it, we need you!
We need drivers for the vehicles that provide transportation for members to and from events. We have daily, weekly, monthly, and special event opportunities. When we don’t have enough drivers, some members are unable to participate in events. You don’t need a special license to operate the vans, however a Class C license is required for the shuttle buses.
Call Aurora Ortiz, volunteer coordinator, at 619-298-5021, ext. 204
Tuesday Night Walk Guides
Sighted guides ensure that more BCC members are able to participate in these fun walks.
Will you help our members with their many craft projects? These include beading, ceramics, loom knitting, leather crafting, copper pressing, yarn crafting, and more.
The receptionist welcomes and directs visitors and answers the phone during business hours. Two- to four-hour shifts are available Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
We need help with sweeping, mopping and general cleaning. Anything you would clean at home, we need to clean here at the center. It’s a tough job, but very much appreciated.
Do you have media contacts or know how to help us get our message out? Our Ways and Means Committee would love your help.
Call Christie Greene 619-280-8058
Blind Community Center
1805 Upas St
San Diego CA 92103
Phone: 619-298-5021