Resources for Teens

Teen Programs
If you're a teen, the City of Cupertino operates a site just for you. Here you'll find events, activities, news, volunteer information and other resources tailor-made to serve the interests of our community's young people.

Teen Commission
The teen commission was formed to advise the Cupertino City Council on matters related to teens in the city. Commission meetings are held twice a month. The Teen Commission is attached to the Parks and Recreation Department who aid in conducting teen commission meetings, researching ideas, and sending recommendations to City Council.

Online Resources for Teens

Youth At Work
A free, online service that links job-seeking youth with hiring employers throughout Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and San Mateo Counties. You may also contact Youth@Work by phone, 408.730.7640

NOVA for Youth
The Youth Employment Program provides individualized assistance in exploring and developing educational and career goals to youth in the community. All services are free and include: Application/Interview Preparation Workshop, Hire Learning career resource center, Career guidance program funded by the federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA).

Santa Clara County Library
The library offers a number of online and off-line services for youth and teens, including information to help you study, find a job, and more.

Check back to this page for updates on teen and youth activities. And be sure to check the Parks and Recreation Division page for more programs.

Volunteer Opportunities

The City of Cupertino relies on volunteers to help provide services and programs that the City could not otherwise afford to offer its citizens. The City is committed to maintaining a close relationship between the community volunteers and the City government. Our volunteer program provides a broad source of expertise, talent, and people power for city programs as well as an avenue for citizens to participate in their local government. Our volunteers benefit by gaining a greater understanding and appreciation for their local government while strengthening their community and using their skills. We need your help.

For more information about volunteer opportunities, get in touch with us. You may stop by City Hall during regular business hours, give us a call at 408.777.3120, or send us an e-mail.

Volunteer opportunities page: Click here to see current listings

Hotlines, Crisis Centers, and Help Services

  • AIDS/HIV Nightline 800.273.2437
  • Eastfield Ming Quong Crisis Hotline 408.379.9085
  • Parental Stress 408.279.3000
  • Poison Control Center 800.876.4766
  • Pregnancy Hotline 415.964.8093
  • Rape Hotline 408.297.3000
  • Runaway Hotline 800.294.0579
  • Social Advocates For Youth 408.253.3540

Community Resources for Teens

Government Links