Volunteers play a vital role in advancing SARRC’s mission. From supporting special events to assisting with projects and providing behind-the-scenes support, our volunteers help create meaningful impact across our programs and services every day. We are deeply grateful for their time, dedication and commitment.
Whether you’re volunteering on your own or rallying a group from your company or community organization, there’s a place for you at SARRC. We offer a variety of fun and fulfilling volunteer opportunities, so you can choose the experience that best matches your interests, skills and schedule.
Interested in volunteering with SARRC? Sign up for a virtual volunteer orientation below or contact our Volunteer & Events Coordinator, Serenity Mitchell, at [email protected].
Virtual Volunteer Orientation
Join our virtual volunteer orientation to learn about opportunities and how you can make a difference at SARRC!
Upcoming Virtual Volunteer Orientation Dates:
- February 17 from 12-1 p.m.
- March 17 from 12-1 p.m.
- April 14 from 12-1 p.m.
Corporate Volunteer Incentives
Did you know your company might offer additional incentives for volunteering? Some employers provide grants or donations based on your volunteer hours. You can make an even bigger impact — just by logging your time! See if your organization offers volunteer incentives »
2026 Volunteer Opportunities
View the many volunteer opportunities at SARRC by clicking on an opportunity below to view more information.
From 9 a.m. – noon, volunteers will be helping with a variety of tasks to support our teams! Tasks could include campus cleanup and preparing lesson plan materials for our team of therapists.
Volunteers will meet at SARRC’s Phoenix campus located at 300 N 18th St., Phoenix, AZ 85006
Corporate groups support SARRC’s Community School year-round by helping teachers prepare classroom activities such as cutting, laminating, and assembling materials.
This creative, hands-on opportunity engages teams while directly supporting our mission and is available at our Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Mesa campuses. We can also coordinate volunteer opportunities at your work location! Available on a biweekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly schedule.
The Annual Community Breakfast is SARRC’s premier fundraising event. Event volunteers are a critical part of helping to make this important event a success!
We are excited to celebrate our 28th Annual Community Breakfast on Friday, May 1, 2026. If you’re interested in helping with pre-, day-of and post-event tasks, please contact our team!
YES Day volunteers provide invaluable assistance to our teams ahead, during, and after this free community event! Volunteer responsibilities include assisting in set-up and/or clean-up, greeting participants as they arrive, or working one of our activity booths.
We are excited to celebrate our 6th Annual YES Day for Autism on Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, at Tempe Beach Park. If you’re interested in helping with pre-, day-of and post-event tasks, please contact our team!
Each November and December, Operation Santa Claus comes to life across the Valley — and volunteers make it all possible! There are multiple opportunities to get involved and help spread holiday joy to families in need.
Interested in Volunteering with SARRC?
Interested in volunteering with SARRC? Contact our Volunteer & Events Coordinator, Serenity Mitchell, at [email protected] to share your name and area of interest.
Mentorship Opportunities
SARRC is always looking for teen mentors to volunteer in either our PEERS Program or CommunityWorks program. Teens gain leadership skills while gaining a better understanding of neurodiversity and of those who may be different from themselves. In addition to being a fun, meaningful way to get involved within the community, you will be a role model by modeling appropriate social behavior and helping provide a supportive, inclusive environment. As a teen mentor, the experience can be used in a resume, a college application or volunteer hours for school requirements.
If you would like to become a mentor in any of the listed programs, please contact our Family Resource Team at 602-606-9806.