The Gift of Time and Expertise

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Spirit Rock. Volunteers are an integral part of our organization and we could not exist without you and your offering of time. Thank you for being here!

In appreciation of the service of our saṅgha of volunteers, Spirit Rock is pleased to offer free or reduced fees to our programs, as well as a supportive, community atmosphere, a chance to meet new people, and our deep gratitude for your time and energy.

We do not have a residential volunteer program. Volunteers are needed for weekly commitments as well as periodic and one-time projects. If you see an activity that interests you or if you want to inquire about other volunteer opportunities, please contact our Volunteer and Campus Operations Coordinator at (415) 488-0164 x227 or email [email protected].

If you have previously sat a retreat at Spirit Rock and are interested in serving as a housekeeping or kitchen work retreatant on a scheduled retreat, please note that this program is suspended temporarily due to COVID-19.

Types of Volunteering

All of our volunteering opportunities are a kind of work exchange, in which participants earn credits for hours worked that can be applied to various Spirit Rock programs, but the volunteer types differ as to when the credits are applied and for what kind of program.

Types of Volunteer Shifts

Volunteering FAQ

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Spirit Rock is committed to being a spiritual sanctuary and refuge for all. We value and celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and respect for all beings. We know that diversity practice and Dharma practice are not separate. We recognize and value both our global connectedness and our differences.

We ask our volunteers to exemplify these values during your service here by acknowledging and appreciating difference based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, age, education, background, opinions, experience, physical ability and other social and economic differences.

To better reach this goal, we regularly provide training to all volunteers to better understand how to create a space that is open-hearted to people from all backgrounds.

Learn about our diversity, equity and inclusion goals and initiatives