volunteer opportunities

How would my time touch lives?

Over 125,000 servicemen and servicewomen pass though the doors of both San Diego USO facilities annually. Most just want to relax and enjoy friendly, familiar company. Many bring their families and friends and have traveled numerous miles from their homes.

By giving your time as a USO VOLUNTEER you have the opportunity to assist these individuals with directions and advice or merely with your company. To most servicemen and servicewomen of this country, San Diego is far from what they call home. As a USO VOLUNTEER you have the power to extend them a "touch of home" and help make San Diego a "home away from home."

Click here to become a part of the USO and all that it does for those who serve our country.

At the Downtown USO Center...

• Answer the phone
• Check military ID's
• Give directions and help service people find transportation
• Extend a "sympathetic ear" and help make the USO feel like home
• Assist patrons using the E-mail center
• Assist the staff with projects and special programs
• Help prepare and serve Tuesday night and Holiday dinners
• Aid in supervising the children's room, TV room and game room

At the Neil Ash USO Airport Center...

• Give assistance to the unseasoned traveler
• Offer a friendly welcome and a warm cup of coffee
• Answer questions and assist the military traveler or his/her family
• Arrange transportation for those going to their ship or base

Who are the USO Volunteers?

The volunteers at both San Diego USO Centers are special people from all walks of life.

Some are mature adults, some are young servicemen and servicewomen and some are students- but all are of good character.

Most importantly, USO Volunteers are individuals who want to give their most precious gift- their TIME, to help all active duty military people and their families!