Community Host Organizations
Our Community Host Organizations:
AHC Basic Needs Center
Fellows assist students with food, housing, health, technology, childcare, and other necessities. They greet students, manage the food pantry, aid in CalFresh applications, and maintain inventory.
Bici Centro
Fellows assist in community bike shop operations. Fellows repair and maintain bicycles, help customers, and volunteer with programs that bring bicycle and pedestrian safety skills to the community in local schools.
Boys & Girls Club
Fellows implement and supervise academic and recreational programs for youth. This includes one-on-one tutoring, overseeing sports, and providing general support.
Cal State Parks Oceano Dunes District
Fellows support outdoor education initiatives through guided nature walks and contribute to the Pismo State Beach Foredune Restoration and Improvement Project. Responsibilities include seed collection, greenhouse maintenance, and native plant installation.
Catholic Charities Lompoc Food Pantry
Fellows support food distribution operations, including sorting, loading and unloading donations, stocking shelves, assisting with case management and data entry, and conducting client outreach.
Central Coast Commission for Senior Centers
Fellows assist with the Senior Nutrition program, including meal preparation, service, and cleanup.
Central Coast Rescue Mission Alliance
Fellows assist homeless and recovering individuals through donation pickup, group discussions, and life recovery skills training.
City of Santa Maria Recreation & Parks
Fellows mentor teens at the Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, assisting with homework, study skills, and educational resources.
Clarence Ruth Elementary School
Fellows work directly with elementary students in small groups or one-on-one to build confidence and academic success.
Ernest Righetti High School
Fellows tutor grades 9â12 in core subjects, assisting with coursework, test prep, and college applications.
Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
Fellows assist with volunteer operations, food distribution, events, and outreach programs.
Future for Lompoc Youth
Fellows lead youth in leadership and college prep, facilitate meetings, and coordinate trips and activities.
Future Leaders of America
Fellows support programs, create promotional materials, and facilitate leadership development initiatives.
Good Samaritan Shelter
Fellows serve as Food Coordinators or Farm Assistants, supporting meal preparation or farm operations.
Guadalupe Junior High School
Fellows organize tutoring, assist teachers, and provide academic support through structured and drop-in programs.
Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center
Fellows educate visitors on ecosystems through museum engagement and STEM-based programming.
Kermit McKenzie Intermediate School
Fellows provide small group and one-on-one support, helping students meet academic goals and improve performance.
Leonora Fillmore Elementary
Fellows support student services, family engagement, and programs serving English learners and high-need populations.
Lompoc Teen Center
Fellows assist with programming, tutoring, events, and mentoring for at-risk teens.
Mary Buren Elementary
Fellows support TKâ4 students through classroom assistance and enrichment activities.
NatureTrack Foundation
Fellows lead outdoor education experiences and engage students with nature-based learning.
Nipomo Native Gardens
Fellows support garden projects, native plant restoration, and environmental education.
Pacific Pride Foundation
Fellows assist unhoused individuals through outreach, kit-building, and health equity programs.
People's Self-Help Housing
Fellows support youth enrichment programs focused on academics, STEAM, and social-emotional growth.
Pioneer Valley High School
Fellows tutor and support students in academics, test prep, and college readiness.
Santa Maria High School
Fellows assist students academically and support English Language Learners.
SEEAG
Fellows teach agriculture and STEM concepts to elementary students through interactive lessons.