VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
&
PORTAL
ASCENDtials offers meaningful volunteer opportunities in both remote and in-person formats. Volunteers support our community markets, youth programs, environmental education, digital operations, and print shop activities.
All volunteers activate a Teammate Membership to access the ASCENDtials Dashboard—our hub for communication, scheduling, training, and event resources.
Why Volunteer With ASCENDtials
Volunteers play a vital role in our mission. Through your service, you help us:
- Support youth through learning stations and mentorship
- Bring fresh food and cultural programming to communities
- Strengthen wellness and environmental awareness
- Build inclusive spaces where families can thrive
- Expand access to healing, empowerment, and education
In return, you gain:
- An awareness of aligning with truth and nature to save thyself
- Leadership experience
- Community service hours
- Training and mentorship
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities to grow your skills and impact
Volunteer Pathways
💻 Remote Volunteer Teammates
Support digital operations, publishing, communications, media, and admin tasks.
Roles include:
- Web Content
- Digital Media
- Publishing
- Communications
- Print Shop Digital Production
- Admin & Operations
🤝 In-Person Volunteer Teammates (San Diego)
Support markets, youth programs, learning stations, and print shop operations.
Roles include:
- Event & Market Support
- Youth Program Support
- Learning Stations
- Print Shop Production
- Community Engagement
Volunteer Intake Process
- Submit interest form
- Online interview
- Activate Teammate Membership
- Online onboarding (Mondays)
- Dashboard setup
- First tasks or event assignment
- Weekly check-ins
Why We Use a Membership Donation Model
Our volunteers rely on the ASCENDtials Dashboard for:
- Hour tracking
- Training and onboarding
- Program calendars
- Communication tools
- Remote operations access
To sustain these tools — and to keep all community programming free for families — we use a one-time membership donation for volunteers and interns.
This shared investment helps us:
- Maintain the technology you’ll use
- Support staff time for training and coordination
- Keep our markets and youth programs accessible
- Provide a structured, high-quality volunteer experience
Your donation supports your own growth and the communities we serve together.
Accessibility & Donation Waivers
We believe community service should remain accessible to everyone.
If you experience financial hardship or personal circumstances that make the membership donation difficult, you may request a donation waiver after onboarding.
No explanation is required.
Your dignity and access come first.
No one is turned away from serving their community.
A Community Built on Shared Care
Your service helps us create healing, learning, and empowerment for families across San Diego.
Your membership donation is not a fee — it’s a shared commitment to sustaining the work we do together.
We’re grateful you’re here, and we look forward to welcoming you into the ASCENDtials community.
SIGN UP, complete onboarding, contribute with heart, and watch your hours grow. This portal is your path to service: one-time donation or waiver setup, hour-tracking, appreciation letters, newsletter signup, and a living checklist that orients you to our tools and team.
One-Time $25 Donation (with Waiver Option)
We ask for a one-time $25 donation to cover onboarding materials and support. This gift helps sustain ASCENDtials programs while welcoming you into the team.
Request Waiver After Setup — If you are unable to contribute at this time, you may request a waiver once your account is set up. We believe volunteerism should be accessible to all, and your service is valued regardless of donation. Service Learning and Court-ordered donation not waived.
SIGN UP!Membership Portal Overview
- Dashboard Home — welcome, quick links, announcements, and orientation
- Activity Calendar — sign up for cleanups, farmers’ markets (TBD), workshops, and events
- Upload Proof — submit photos, PDFs, and confirmations
- My Progress — track hours, activities, and completion
- Letters & Documents — download appreciation letters and certificates
Volunteer and Participant Membership Levels
| Type | Access | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Teammate | Volunteer Portal | Dashboard, hours-tracking, training tools |
| In-Person Volunteer | Volunteer Portal | Dashboard, hours-tracking, training tools |
| Single | Participant Membership Portal | Calendar, uploads, events, workshops, stewardship activities, and learning sessions |
| Family | Participant Membership Portal | Up to 4 linked accounts with shared access |
| Court- Ordered | Volunteer Portal | Required hours tracking, proof uploads, auto letters |
| Company | Participant Membership Portal | Group access and team tracking |
Syllabus Highlight
Monthly Presentations for remote teammates — Each team will deliver a Monthly Presentation on goals and summarizing their progress, contributions, and learning over the previous four weeks.
This brief presentation should highlight key accomplishments, challenges, data insights, and examples of how the team’s work supports organizational goals and community impact.
Teams should also share one story, interaction, or observation that illustrates the real-world value of their efforts. These monthly presentations ensure transparency, strengthen cross-team understanding, and help all members deepen their grasp of how their role contributes to ASCENDtials’ broader mission.
Automated System
- Automatic signup confirmations and reminders
- Upload confirmations and admin notifications
- Real-time hours tracking and progress updates
- Auto-generated letters when requirements are met
- Monthly newsletter and updates
