Sandia staff volunteer across the Bay Area during National Volunteer Month
Sandians in California recognized National Volunteer Month in April by participating in multiple community service opportunities at four nonprofit organizations, each addressing a variety of important local needs.
A group of 40 managers volunteered with three of these nonprofits during a morning of team building. At Fertile Groundworks in Livermore, Sandians gleaned, weeded and prepared two garden beds. They expanded and connected irrigation lines to support the garden’s growth and sustainability. Fresh produce harvested from these gardens will be donated to local food banks and nonprofits to support families facing food insecurity.
Ten managers visited Little Miracles in Pleasanton, where they assembled strollers and baby kits for mothers and young children facing economic instability. The kits include clothing, diapers, blankets, toiletries and other essentials.
Volunteers at Tracy Interfaith Ministries in Tracy sorted clothes and food donations. They used egg cartons collected in the December donation drive to package eggs. Tracy Interfaith supports low-income individuals and families, many of whom are unhoused, by providing free services.
In a separate effort, a team of office management assistants volunteered at Open Heart Food Bank in Livermore. Open Heart is dedicated to making a positive impact in the Tri-Valley community by addressing food insecurity. Volunteers aided this mission by sorting potatoes and onions into smaller bags for distribution to families across the Bay Area.
Celebrate Sandia’s 70th anniversary by volunteering for future community events. Staff participation helps strengthen Sandia’s ties to the community and highlight its Labswide commitment to service and innovation. From participating in the Livermore parade to hosting an activity for Kids Day, Sandians make a meaningful impact.
