2025 Volunteer Shifts
Volunteering for Sunday Streets is a simple way to connect with your community, and a variety of roles mean there is something for everyone, regardless of physical ability. Spend a day in the sun as an Event Day volunteer, get the word out as a member of the Street Team, or help make the magic happen through work at the Sunday Streets office. We are super excited to announce the roll-out of some new fun activity programs as well as some new volunteer roles this season.
Legend
Outgoing
Heavy Lifting
Standing/Walking
Task-Focused
Suitable for All Physical Activities
Bike Required
PRE-EVENT OPPORTUNITIES
Neighborhood Outreach is an important part of the planning process and is how we get the word out to the communities for which we serve. Livable City needs your help with door hanging and pole flyering for the new season in each neighborhood we will be activating a Sunday Streets program.
Email [email protected] with the days and times you’re available to do outreach. We’ll reply via email or phone call to schedule a time to meet to hand off the marketing materials as well as confirm the route of your distribution.
Street Team | Door Hanging
Get the word out about upcoming Sunday Streets events by walking the route, inviting merchants and putting up door hangers.
Requirements: Walking
Street Team | Postering
Get the word out about upcoming Sunday Streets events by walking the route and putting up posters.
Requirements: Walking
Street Team | Signposting
Help Sunday Streets get ready to go car-free by posting no-parking signs along the route.
Requirements: Walking
Join us for the Sunday Streets SF 2025 Season kick-off on June 23rd in the Tenderloin neighborhood as we celebrate 17 years of transforming miles of city streets into car-free community spaces for kids to play, seniors to stroll, businesses and organizations to connect, and neighbors to meet. It takes hundreds of volunteers to make Sunday Streets SF successful. We are proud to share that over 250 volunteers helped make the magic of Sunday Streets possible last year & we can’t wait to do it again this year with you!
SUNDAY STREETS 2025:
| NEIGHBORHOOD | EVENT TYPE | DATE | TIME |
| Tenderloin | Block Party | June 15th | 12PM – 4PM |
| Mission | Open Street Event | July 20th | 11AM – 4PM |
| Bayview | Block Party | August 24 | 12PM – 4PM |
| Western Addition | Block Party | September 21st | 12PM – 4PM |
| South of Market | Block Party | October 5th | 12PM – 4PM |
| Excelsior | Open Street Event | October 19th | 11AM – 4PM |
At every Sunday Streets event there’s a variety of health & wellness resources from local community based organizations, music playing in the streets, live performances, as well as fun & engaging activities for all ages to enjoy!
Sunday Streets volunteers will receive the following perks throughout the season:
- Limited-Edition Sunday Streets T-shirt per Sunday Streets season
- Delicious Lunch from various SF food trucks (vegetarian and vegan options available upon request)
- Invitations to Exclusive Livable City Events and the End of Season Volunteer Appreciation Party
- Special Tokens of Appreciation for recurrent volunteers
EVENT DAY
Enjoy choosing from a fun & exciting variety of roles & shift times on event-day.
- Set up and/or break down event equipment i.e., Barricades, Cones, Etc.
- Route Assistants – Crossing Guards (Stationed Monitors)
- Route Rabbits (Mobile Monitors during Mile+/Open Streets Events Only)
- Recycling Raven & other Mystery Shifts
- Help build community while engaging in fun outdoor activities
- Fill critical safety roles at Sunday Streets
Hub Support
Setup and breakdown tents, tables, chairs and staging of unused equipment to make Sunday Streets a safe & vibrant community space for all to enjoy.
Mid-day shifts may also include additional support for fellow volunteers such as assisting with program activities i.e., yard games, sports, arts & crafts and more!
Requirements: Physical, including standing, lifting, carrying 25 lbs
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Route Assistant
Be a Sunday Streets MVP as a Route Assistant by assuring crowd safety. Tasks include setup, breakdown, and monitoring barricades throughout the day to ensure Sunday Streets maintains a safe, car-free space.
*Gift card provided at shift completion
Requirements:
Must be able to lift 25 lbs
Must be able to ride a bike
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Route Rabbit | Open Streets Events Only
Route Rabbits are responsible for street closure setup and breakdown of safety buffers, placement of barricades and traffic control signage as well as roaming the footprint to ensure barricades remain in place throughout the duration of the entire event.
*Gift card provided at shift completion
Requirements: Bring your own bike. Able to lift and carry 25 lbs or more
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Route Manager (Formerly Block Captains)
Assist with managing zone set up, control tent assignments, help direct exhibitor placements within a zone. Most importantly maintain pedestrian route safety escorting authorized vehicles to enter/exit their private garages during the event.
*Gift card provided at shift completion
Requirements: Leadership skills, attention to detail, physical, including standing, lifting, carrying 25 lbs
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Event Day (Accessible) | Mystery Shift
All accessible shifts will be assigned based on the volunteer’s physical abilities and the event needs.
Tasks vary from supporting fellow volunteers, conducting outreach, collecting crowd data, and assisting with Route Manager & Route Assistants positions for Sunday Streets programs.
Must be a Sunday Streets enthusiast!
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Crowd Counter
Count attendees and help Sunday Streets increase its impact.
Requirements: Attention to detail, great for all physical abilities and those who prefer to work alone
Collect Data
Get newsletter sign-ups and distribute Activity Guides and surveys to power Sunday Streets.
Requirements: Outgoing with a passion for talking to people, great for all physical abilities
Recycling Raven
Assist with correctly sorting waste into the appropriate Recology bin to ensure a sustainable event.
Requirements: Attention to detail, passion for waste management and the 3-bin system
GROUP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteering before or at the event is a great way to spend time with friends or colleagues while helping diverse communities across San Francisco engage in outdoor activities and celebrate their unique neighborhood culture.
*New Engaging Activities Program
Team building activities help grow community engagements, while encouraging physical outdoor fun! See below for some group activity ideas:
- Four Square
- Jump Rope
- Ping Pong
- Street Dance: social dance styles such as breakdancing, popping, locking, house dance, etc.
Team Requirements (4 minimum to qualify your team):
- For a group activity to be fully & successfully engaging there is a minimum of participants needed. For example: double dutch requires at least two people turning the ropes while another group of people take turns jumping.
- A Team Leader manages the booth set up and operations.
- An Assistant Team Leader’s duties are to assist the group’s Team Leader with their tasks, encourage and monitor crowd participation.
How to schedule a shift
Email [email protected] with the following information:
- Name/Type of Group Activity you plan on introducing to Sunday Streets.
- Number of volunteers.
- Name of group / organization.
- Name, phone number, and email of the group leader.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a typical volunteer shift?
Most volunteer shifts are 3-4 hours and take place during the week and weekends leading up to an event and during event-day. Group shifts are either 4 or 6 hours depending on event needs and group availability.
Are there age restrictions?
All ages are welcome, however some supervision requirements apply for minors.
All volunteers under 18 years old — must have a parent/guardian sign a waiver.
All volunteers under 16 years old — must be accompanied by an adult at no less than a 3 to 1 ratio of guardians to youth.
Is there parking available for volunteers?
There is limited parking available in San Francisco, and all volunteers are encouraged to take public transit to the event whenever possible. There will be absolutely no parking available on site within nor outside of the street closure footprint. We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience.
If you have accessibility needs and require special arrangements, please send an email to [email protected] as soon as possible so that we can try to accommodate your request.
Who is the on-site point person if I have an issue on event day?
If you have an issue on the day of the event, please call Reina Terry at 415-504-2901.
Are there any COVID-19 protocols I should follow?
We care deeply about the health and well-being of our volunteers. Volunteers are encouraged to exercise their best judgment and caution whilst volunteering with the Sunday Streets SF Production Team. Please wear a mask if you are most comfortable doing so but note that masks are not mandatory.
What should I wear?
All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes, preferably ones that are non-skid and have some ankle support especially if your position is required to set up & breakdown equipment. Volunteers are encouraged to dress comfortably in breathable, multi-layers of clothing in order to be able to adjust to the climate changes throughout the day.
What should I bring to the event?
Volunteers do not need to bring anything other than themselves, appropriate footwear and clothing, and a reusable water bottle to reduce waste. If you have safety gear such as work gloves, we strongly suggest you bring them for your personal use.
I am volunteering for 4 hours. Will I get a break?
Volunteers who have signed up for a shift that is four hours or longer will be invited to take a break as per labor laws in California. If your shift is less than 4 hours long, but you would like to take a brief break, please do so! All we ask is that you alert the team captain you are working with.
I was asked about my dietary restrictions/preferences. When will I be fed?
The majority of volunteers will be fed at the end of their shift. However, volunteers who are donating their time for the entire day (7+ hours) will be allocated time to have lunch during their shift.
Those who have expressed a dietary restriction/preference will be able to pick up a meal based on those preferences.
Is there somewhere secure where I can put my stuff on site?
Volunteers will be able to leave their stuff in a particular area but we cannot be responsible for items onsite. We suggest packing very light and keeping your personal valuables with you.
Where do I go when I arrive at the location on Sunday?
Please check in at the front gate or onsite staff at the check-in booth and notify them that you are a volunteer. You will be given instructions from that point as to where to go.