Local Volunteer Opportunities
Help Close to Home
Discover meaningful ways to give back through the Santa Clara County Dental Society in San Jose, CA. We offer various volunteer dental opportunities that allow professionals to make a positive impact on the community. By participating, you can share your skills and expertise to support those in need and contribute to improving oral health locally. Get involved and experience the rewards of volunteering in the dental field.
Current Opportunities
City Team Dental Clinic
The City Team Dental Clinic in North San Jose is seeking ongoing Dentist Volunteers to serve individuals suffering from homelessness and toxic dependency in residence at the City Team Ministries recovery facility. Services are provided at the discretion of Volunteers but could include basic dentistry, prophylaxis, fillings, extractions, partial and full dentures, and some endodontic therapy in the anterior teeth, all at no charge. Volunteers must carry their own malpractice insurance.
The clinic is open on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Volunteers do not need to stay for the whole time. Any time you can offer is gratefully accepted.
To volunteer, please click here to add your name to the sign-up sheet.
Special Smiles Dentistry Screening
Seeking Dentist Volunteers to serve Special Olympics athletes! Last year alone, over 200 screenings were provided, helping identify critical and often undetected health needs. These events play a key role in improving access to care for individuals with intellectual disabilities through hands-on clinical screenings. We are looking for dental students, dentists and dental assistants.
Santa Clara University
Friday, June 26
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Learn More & Register here https://forms.gle/bnWhBzBeaqBr4EiB7
Watch and Learn More about Healthy Athletes: https://youtu.be/RwRj9XbiPRU?si=Mri6jAkoIYKsPRTC
Please note that the registration deadline is June 5, 2026. All additional details, including volunteer roles, training, and event logistics, are included in the registration link.
Healthy Living Fair
We are currently seeking 2-3 Dentist Volunteers to assist with the Healthy Living Fair on:
Sunday, October 11, 2026
8am-4pm
Trinidad Episcopal Cathedral, 81 N 2nd St, San Jose
At this event, underserved members of the community will have access to a range of health services including medical checks, hearing testing, and dental services (x-rays, fillings, cleanings, extractions, etc). Dental equipment will be provided by Tzu Chi Foundation.
If interested, please contact Aliya Joy at aliyaj@sccds.org
In School Screenings with Healthier Kids Foundation
Healthier Kids Foundation is seeking ongoing Dentist Volunteers to provide in-school screenings for elementary school children.
Due to school district requirements, volunteers must be prepared to provide: Proof of License, Proof of Insurance, Negative TB Test/Screening, Background Check
Screenings are conducted on a rolling basis throughout the schoolyear in multiple locations throughout the San Jose area. Volunteers may indicate the frequency and locations preferred to allow for flexible scheduling.
If interested, please contact Christine Fleming at ChristineF@hkidsf.org