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Count Me In:
Social Impact

Looking to make a positive impact, connect with like-minded individuals, and strengthen our community? Join “Count Me In,” where we come together to repair the world (tikkun olam) and uplift those around us—locally, regionally, and globally.​

We believe everyone—children and adults alike—has a role in helping those in need and being part of something larger than themselves. Through our volunteer programs, you’ll build lasting relationships with fellow participants, partner agencies, and the broader community.​

Each person makes a difference. Together, we uphold dignity for all and strive to improve the world through our actions. Join us!​

How lovely to think that no one need wait a moment, we can start now, start slowly changing the world! How lovely that everyone, great and small, can make their contribution toward introducing justice straightaway… And you can always, always give something, even if it is only kindness!

– Anne Frank

Get Involved

Volunteers Needed for Second Harvest Food Distribution

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible difference? Join us in distributing food—a hands-on activity where you’ll assist with setup, move food from pallets to tables, sort items, load pre-packed boxes into vehicles, and help with cleanup. This role involves some heavy lifting (minimum of 25 lbs.) and regular movement, making it ideal for those with strong mobility. It’s a fulfilling, physical outdoor opportunity to work alongside other volunteers and community members.​

Schedule: First and third Fridays of the month at Foster City Park and Recreation, from 7:30 – 10:30 am.​

Minimum age: 18 years old.​

Interested? Reach out to Michele at msolomon@pjcc.org or call 650.378.2780.​

Foster City Park Cleanup Kits

Foster City residents: Let’s keep our parks beautiful! Borrow a FREE Park Cleanup Kit for use in your neighborhood or any of Foster City’s 24 parks.​

Volunteers* can register their cleanup and check out a kit that includes:​

  • 1 reusable 5-gallon bucket​
  • 2 safety vests​
  • 2 trash grabbers​
  • Plastic bags​
  • Nitrile gloves​

Or, choose a goose management park cleanup kit that includes:​

  • Gloves​
  • 1 rake​
  • 1 scraper​
  • 1 scooper​
  • 1 bucket​

For more information, visit the City of Foster City’s website.​

​Foster City asks that the registering volunteer be 15 or older; however, people of any age can participate in a cleanup! Kits should be returned to the Foster City Parks and Recreation Department within one week of checkout.​

Partner Resources

Shalom Bayit

In the spirit of Kol Yisrael Arevim zeh ba-zeh (all of Israel is responsible for one another), we’re leading an effort to support survivors of abuse within our Jewish community. If you’re concerned about someone, now is the time to reach out. They might not be able to speak openly, but your message can let them know they’re not alone. If they can find a private moment, remind them they don’t deserve abuse, it’s not their fault, and help is available.​

Let them know they can call Shalom Bayit’s free, confidential helpline: 866-SHALOM-7.​

Friends and family of the person being abused are also welcome to call to get ideas for how to support.​

Learn more about Shalom Bayit on their website.​

Additional Opportunities to Serve

PJCC partners with several agencies to do good, including:​

  • IsraAID
  • Mission Hospice
  • Jewish Coalition for Literacy (JCL)
  • Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS)
  • Samaritan House
  • And more!​

We’re always adding new opportunities to serve. Stay connected and make a difference by joining Count Me In!