Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of Central Eastern California

Volunteer: 2026 Kern County Special Olympics Bowling Competition

Join Special Olympics Southern California on August 8, 2026 at Bowlero - Bakersfield, and help create an unforgettable experience for athletes at the 2026 Kern County Bowling Competition! Volunteers are needed to assist with athlete support, event operations, awards, scorekeeping, and more. No bowling experience is required, just a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference. Sign up today and be part of a fun, rewarding day that celebrates inclusion, achievement, and community.

Organization: United Way of Central Eastern California

Join Special Olympics Southern California on August 8, 2026 at Bowlero - Bakersfield, and help create an unforgettable experience for athletes at the 2026 Kern County Bowling Competition! Volunteers are needed to assist with athlete support, event operations, awards, scorekeeping, and more. No bowling experience is required, just a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference. Sign up today and be part of a fun, rewarding day that celebrates inclusion, achievement, and community.

Organization: United Way of Central Eastern California

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 8, 2026

Zip Code: 93309

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: 2026-2027 VITA Volunteer Sign Up

Ready to Make a Real Difference? Join the VITA Team!

As a VITA volunteer, you won’t just learn about tax laws — you'll unlock valuable skills, meet amazing people, and build meaningful connections right here in the Kern, Inyo and Mono communities. Whether you’re looking to boost your resume, expand your network, or simply give back in a powerful way, VITA is the perfect place to start.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want a volunteer experience that truly makes an impact, we’d love to have you on our team. Together, we’re not just filing taxes — we’re changing lives.

Ready to get started?


Register today, and you’ll receive a follow-up email by November 2nd with everything you need to know about orientation and next steps.

Get involved. Get inspired. Become a VITA volunteer!


Check out our VITA resources!

Appointment – Kern VITA

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VITA/TCE Central your one-stop shop for volunteer training

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Organization: United Way of Central Eastern California

Ready to Make a Real Difference? Join the VITA Team!

As a VITA volunteer, you won’t just learn about tax laws — you'll unlock valuable skills, meet amazing people, and build meaningful connections right here in the Kern, Inyo and Mono communities. Whether you’re looking to boost your resume, expand your network, or simply give back in a powerful way, VITA is the perfect place to start.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want a volunteer experience that truly makes an impact, we’d love to have you on our team. Together, we’re not just filing taxes — we’re changing lives.

Ready to get started?


Register today, and you’ll receive a follow-up email by November 2nd with everything you need to know about orientation and next steps.

Get involved. Get inspired. Become a VITA volunteer!


Check out our VITA resources!

Appointment – Kern VITA

Publication 4012

VITA/TCE Central your one-stop shop for volunteer training

Site Locator


Organization: United Way of Central Eastern California

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 93309

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Wish Granter - Bilingual

Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties currently has a need for Spanish-speaking Wish Granters to serve the children in Kern, Kings, Inyo, Tulare, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties.

The wish-granting process begins by interviewing each child to determine the wish and then making it come true.

Volunteers work in teams of two to help plan and fulfill each wish. Currently, the majority of communication with the wish families is done virtually but in-person options are also available.  This volunteer position is best suited for those over the age of 18 with creative energy, entrepreneurial enthusiasm and the ability to give freely of their time.

Requirements: Completion of "Wish Granting 101 and 201" volunteer application including application form, background check, signature form and online on-boarding orientation.

Organization: Make-A-Wish Central Coast and Southern Central Valley

Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties currently has a need for Spanish-speaking Wish Granters to serve the children in Kern, Kings, Inyo, Tulare, San Luis Obispo, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties.

The wish-granting process begins by interviewing each child to determine the wish and then making it come true.

Volunteers work in teams of two to help plan and fulfill each wish. Currently, the majority of communication with the wish families is done virtually but in-person options are also available.  This volunteer position is best suited for those over the age of 18 with creative energy, entrepreneurial enthusiasm and the ability to give freely of their time.

Requirements: Completion of "Wish Granting 101 and 201" volunteer application including application form, background check, signature form and online on-boarding orientation.

Organization: Make-A-Wish Central Coast and Southern Central Valley

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 93308

Allow Groups: No