Join Samoan/Pacific Islander Sports and Cultural Empowerment

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 We grow health, leadership, and culture through cricket. Volunteers are the heart of that mission—serving with fa‘aaloalo, tautua, and fa‘atasi alongside youth, women, men, and families.

• Coach / Assistant Coach
  Support youth, women’s, and co-ed teams with warm-ups, skills, and positive sideline conduct.
  Time: 2–4 hrs/week, by season • Training provided
• Umpire / Scorekeeper
  Keep the game fair and educational; help with basic scoring and rules.
  Time: 3–6 hrs/month • Training & certification support provided
• Youth Mentor (Aiga Model)
  Encourage confidence, teamwork, and belonging through check-ins and culture moments.
  Time: 2 hrs/week • Background check required
• Cultural Lead / Culture Bearer
  Share greetings, songs, stories, and Samoan/PI protocol on match days and workshops.
  Time: Flexible • Stipends possible when funded
• Events & Field Crew
  Set-up/tear-down, hydration stations, check-in table, park clean-ups.
  Time: Per event/clinic • Great for first-time volunteers
• Comms / Photography / Social Media
  Capture stories, post updates, and help with newsletters.
  Time: 2–5 hrs/month • Credit line on published photos
• Fundraising & Sponsorship Team
  Help with local business outreach, grant packets, donor relations.
  Time: 3–5 hrs/month • Templates & training provided
• Admin & Data Support
  Roster entry, surveys, impact tracking (with training).
  Time: 2–4 hrs/month • Remote friendly

• Orientation & Youth-Safety Training: Every volunteer completes an orientation, code of conduct, and youth-protection basics.
• Background Checks: Required for any role working directly with minors.
• Concussion & First Aid Basics: Coaches and event crew receive safety briefings; certified staff on site for clinics/events.
• Inclusive & Family-Friendly Spaces: We welcome all ages, genders, and abilities; we model fa‘aaloalo in language and behavior.
• Insurance & Waivers: Covered by our general liability policy (incl. athletic participant coverage). All volunteers sign waivers and media consent as applicable.

• Skill-building: Coaching, leadership, officiating, event ops, communications.
• Certification Support: Umpire/captain training; letters for service hours or references.
• Community & Culture: Serve with tautua and learn Samoan/PI traditions on the field.
• Recognition: Annual volunteer celebration, shout-outs, and certificates.

1. Apply: Complete the short form (name, interests, availability).
2. Onboard: Attend a 45-minute orientation (virtual or in person).
3. Serve: Choose a role/shift; we’ll pair you with a team lead or mentor.

Questions? Email crisi@cricketandculture.org or call (562) 250-4706.

We practice fa‘aaloalo in speech and action, keep sidelines positive, follow safety instructions, report concerns immediately, and welcome all participants fa‘atasi—together. 

Have a question or want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.