Why You Should Become a Volunteer
What You’ll Help With:
🏕 Support Cultural Events & Ceremonies
Help us set up, greet guests, manage logistics, and ensure our community gatherings run smoothly.🫱🏽🫲🏼 Assist at Social Gatherings
Be a welcoming presence at member meetups, food shares, workshops, or storytelling nights.📜 Help Others Trace Their Ancestors
Work with community members as they search for their lineage and ancestors connected to the San Antonio Missions.📚 Preserve Tribal Knowledge & History
Aid in documentation efforts, record oral histories, or help with archiving important cultural materials.📣 Spread the Word
Distribute flyers, promote events on social media, and help raise awareness about our mission and activities.💡 Offer Your Unique Skills
Whether you’re good at organizing, cooking, researching, or designing — we can find a place for your talent.
What You’ll Gain:
🌿 A Deeper Connection to Your Roots
Immerse yourself in the traditions, stories, and history of our ancestors while helping keep them alive for future generations.🤝 A Stronger Sense of Belonging
Join a close-knit community that values identity, unity, and shared purpose. You won’t just be helping—you’ll be part of the family.🎓 Personal Growth & New Skills
Gain hands-on experience in areas like event planning, community outreach, historical research, and cultural education.💬 Mentorship & Learning Opportunities
Work alongside elders, historians, and knowledgeable community members who can offer guidance and cultural wisdom.❤️ The Fulfillment of Giving Back
Experience the joy and pride that comes from helping others rediscover their family history or making someone feel welcome at a community gathering.🌍 Impact That Lasts Beyond the Moment
Your time and talents will contribute to preserving our cultural heritage for generations to come—and that’s something truly meaningful.
As a volunteer with San Antonio Mission Indian Descendants (SAMID), you’ll play an essential role in preserving our culture by supporting events, guiding community gatherings, and helping individuals uncover their ancestral roots. In return, you’ll gain meaningful connections, cultural insight, and the fulfillment of giving back to a cause rooted in heritage and community.
Your time, your heart, and your hands will help write a new chapter in the SAMID story—one built on unity, remembrance, and purpose.