VOLUNTEER
AND BE AN EL RIO HERO
For Students & Clubs
For Parents & Families
Beautifications
Looking for service hours that matter? With HERO, you’ll:
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Earn volunteer hours that count for clubs, college, or scholarships.
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Team up with friends in LEO, LASO, Art, Woodworking, Sports, Environmental, or AVID.
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Join community clean-ups that make our streets, gutters, and walkways safer and more welcoming.
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Use your talents—photography, video, art, social media, writing—to spread awareness and lead positive campaigns.
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Add to your resume/portfolio with HERO certificates and community recognition.
Our events are family-friendly and bilingual (English/Spanish).
Volunteering together teaches kids pride, responsibility, and the value of service. Whether you have little ones or teenagers, there’s always a way to help.
Ways to Help
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Community clean-ups
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Mural and beautification projects
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Planting and garden care
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Mini-free libraries & creative builds
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Event help (set-up, booths, welcoming neighbors)
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Media & outreach (photos, videos, design, social campaigns)
Why Volunteer with HERO?
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See real results: clean-ups that brighten streets, gardens that replace weeds, and murals that protect and uplift community spaces.
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Connect with neighbors: volunteering is a chance to meet new people and build friendships.
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Use your talents: whether it’s photography, video, organizing, gardening, or spreading the word on social media—every skill makes a difference.
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Be part of El Rio’s story: your time leaves a legacy for the next generation.
Student Volunteer Certificates
HERO celebrates student leaders who give their time and talents to the community. To recognize your impact, we offer three levels of HERO Certificates that can be added to your portfolio or college/scholarship applications.
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Bronze HERO (10 hours) – Certificate of Participation
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Silver HERO (20 hours) – Certificate of Achievement
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Gold HERO (30+ hours) – Certificate of Distinction (recommended for seniors)
⚠️ Important Certificates aren’t automatic. Students must:
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Let HERO know they’re in the certificate program.
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Sign in at each event or activity where they volunteer so we can track hours.
