Tutor
Work one-on-one or in small groups with students in math, reading, or science. Weekday afternoons, 3:30–6:00 PM.
🕒 2–4 hrs/week, semester commitment
Make a Difference
Get Involved
There are many ways to support our mission. Whether you give, volunteer, sponsor, or show up to an event, you become part of the Roots family.
Give
Make a Donation
100% tax-deductible. Every dollar goes directly to programs that change kids' lives.
$50
one-time gift
Funds one month of after-school tutoring for a student, including supplies and snacks.
Give $50Most Popular
$100
one-time gift
Sends a student to Summer Camp for one week, including meals, transportation, and activities.
Give $100$250
one-time gift
Covers a full semester of College Readiness support: SAT prep, essay coaching, and campus visits.
Give $250Serve
Volunteer With Us
No experience required. We provide training, support, and a community of people who care as much as you do.
STEM Mentor
Lead or assist Saturday coding and robotics workshops. Industry experience preferred but not required.
🕒 3 hrs/Saturday, 8-week cohorts
College Advisor
Review college essays, help with applications, and mentor high school juniors and seniors through the admissions process.
🕒 2–3 hrs/week, Oct–Mar
Camp Counselor
Spend your summer leading activities, mentoring campers, and creating unforgettable memories. Training provided in May.
🕒 Full-time, 6 weeks (Jun–Jul)
Parent Workshop Facilitator
Lead bilingual workshops on college prep, financial literacy, and digital safety for parents and caregivers.
🕒 2 hrs/month, ongoing
Garden Volunteer
Help maintain our community gardens: planting, harvesting, and teaching students about environmental science and nutrition.
🕒 2–3 hrs/weekend, flexible
Partner
Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your organization with our mission and make a lasting impact on youth education.
Seedling
$2,500
per year
- Logo on our website
- Social media recognition
- Quarterly impact reports
- Invitation to annual gala
Canopy
$10,000
per year
- Everything in Seedling
- Named program sponsorship
- Employee volunteer matching
- Speaking slot at annual gala
- Monthly progress calls
Redwood
$25,000+
per year
- Everything in Canopy
- Named site sponsorship
- Board advisory participation
- Custom impact dashboard
- Co-branded programs
- Executive mentorship pairing
Upcoming
Events & Gatherings
Join us in person. Meet the families, see the work, and become part of the story.
Annual Roots Gala: A Night for Futures
An evening of inspiration, live music, student performances, and a silent auction. Black-tie optional. All proceeds fund summer programs.
📍 Grand Ballroom, Oakland Convention Center
🕒 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Community Garden Open Day
Tour our youth-led gardens, meet student gardeners, taste fresh produce, and learn about our environmental science curriculum.
📍 Roots Community Garden, Fruitvale
🕒 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
STEM Showcase & Science Fair
Students present their coding, robotics, and environmental science projects. Industry judges award prizes. Open to all families and community members.
📍 Laney College Gymnasium, Oakland
🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Back-to-School Block Party
Free backpacks, school supplies, health screenings, and enrollment for fall programs. Music, food trucks, and community fun for the whole family.
📍 Lincoln Park, East Oakland
🕒 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM