Volunteering in Grand Terrace        

Helping Your Community

The City of Grand Terrace has been fortunate to have had several generous
people volunteer their time over the years since the City was incorporated in 1978.  City volunteers help improve the level of service provided to Grand Terrace residents, therefore improving the high quality of life that Grand Terrace residents experience. Volunteers are a tremendous asset to the community.  During these times of diminishing financial resources, volunteers enrich the community by
volunteering their time and sharing their talents or skills.

In 2007 there were over 200 volunteers who donated over 8 hours a month to the City.  It is estimated that their contributions to the City has a value of about $336,000 throughout the year.  Grand Terrace is grateful to have such a giving community.  With such a heartfelt hometown feel, it is very appropriate that Money Magazine named the City one of America’s Top 100 Places to Live in 2007.

Becoming a City Volunteer

Volunteers are a tremendous asset to the community.  Volunteers with the City of Grand Terrace assist the City in providing high quality services to residents.

Becoming a volunteer can enrich your community by donating your time and sharing your unique talents and skills.  For volunteer opportunities please contact the City of Grand Terrace at (909) 430-2201.



Frequently Asked Questions about Volunteering

1)      How can I apply to be a volunteer?

The first step to becoming a volunteer in the City's Volunteer Service Program is to complete a volunteer application. Applications are available at City Hall and can also be accessed on the City's website. Volunteer Application 

2)      What age do you have to be to volunteer?

You must be at least sixteen (16) years old to volunteer.

 

3)      What type of volunteer opportunities are available through the City?

Volunteers are a great resource for the City and are used in various capacities. Depending upon a volunteer's interest and skills, they can be placed in one of the City's departments to augment City staff or can become a member of a City program, committee, or event.

 

4)      What is the time commitment for being a volunteer?

The time commitment for being a volunteer is very flexible and depends on the amount of time the volunteer has to contribute.