Cesar E. Chavez Community Action Center

Organization Description

Associated Students’ mission is to support and represent the students of San José State University by continuing the organization’s legacy of student advocacy and leadership; to enhance SJSU students’ education through high quality programs and services; and to prepare students as they move towards a thoughtful and purposeful life after graduation.

Program Information

The Cesar E. Chavez Community Action Center (CCCAC) connects SJSU students with community service opportunities that deepen educational experience while promoting lifelong commitment to civic activism and social justice, which are at the heart of the César Chávez legacy.

Volunteer placements must be approved by CCCAC in advance.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Being a mentor for Sembradores, a K-5 literacy mentorship program with Lowell Elementary School.
  • Being a mentor for Strive for College, a college/career preparation mentorship program for high school youth.
  • Volunteering in the Campus Community Garden.
Health & Safety

Background Check, Must be 18 or older
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
Address 
Diaz Compean Student Union, 1st Floor, Suite 1550
One Washington Sq.
San Jose, CA 95192
United States
General Phone 
(408) 924-4138
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Program(s) 
Internship
Service Learning
Organization type 
Education - College or University (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Adults, College Students
Focus Area(s)
Arts, Culture, and Humanities, Civic Engagement, Education