Thanks for your interest! Once again this holiday season, we have over 450 (!!!) different opportunities for you to help someone else. We have projects helping all kinds of people, in all kinds of ways, all over the Southland.
Whoever you are, whatever you do, there is somebody who could use your help this holiday season.
We update this list weekly through December 31, so please keep checking back. If you’ve taken on or completed one of these projects, please email beenish@bigsunday.org and let us know – that way, we can thank you and direct other people to projects that still need their help!
Please note that we do not sponsor most of the holiday projects on this list. Rather, we put them out to the Big Sunday community and hope someone sees it who wants to help. And every year, it’s incredible how many people do! Then again, this list gets forwarded, posted, copied, printed, and tweeted all over the place. Feel free to pass it along, too.
Thanks, as always, for your great generosity of time, talent, spirit and stuff. At Big Sunday, we’re always amazed and moved by how generous so many people can be. Oh, and one more thing – if you enjoy helping at the holidays, please remember that Big Sunday has all kinds of great ways to give back throughout the year. We’d love your help. Feel free to check us out at www.bigsunday.org or contact info@bigsunday.org to see how you can get involved.
If you’d like to be a sponsor, too – it’s not too late, and many thanks! – please contact olympia@bigsunday.org.
Best wishes from everyone at Big Sunday for a happy and healthy holiday season!
You can sort theHOLIDAYlist by clicking one of the categories below or via keyword in the Project Listings!
Helpful Search Hints: Please search for holiday opportunities by location (i.e. city/neighborhood/zip code), key words and interest. Key words include the following: infants; youth; adults; families; veterans; seniors; men; women; homelessness; poverty; food; abuse; disabled; health; gifts; clothes; toys; holiday meals; environment; animals; party; holiday accessories; carnivals; arts/crafts; sport; mentoring; tutors; hearing-impaired; photography; benefit; shopping; film screening; disaster prep and more. If your key word has no listings, try a different one. There are loads of places that need your help!
Volunteer with Renegade Racing at the Catalina Triathlon
Volunteers Needed for Catalina Triathlon!Join Renegade Racing to support & cheer on the participants of the Catalina Triathlon, Duathlon & 5K in beautiful Avalon on Catalina Island, Ca. Volunteers receive a t-shirt, food, and community service credit!
Volunteer dates:
Packet pick up – Friday, Novemberember 1, 2019
Race Day – Saturday, Novemberember 2, 2019
View volunteer opportunities and register individually: https://vmodcui.active.com/responsive/eventGroups/1632504/jobs?_ga=2.120234312.1341135054.1570569241-34130653.1570041215
Volunteer Groups: For groups of 10+, please email volunteer@renegaderaceseries.com if you would like to create a group. You can also just direct volunteers to sign up individually above and comment they are with your group. In your email provide the name of the event, name of your group, 1-2 assignments your group would like to fill, and a number of volunteers you will provide.
Questions? Email January et at volunteer@renegaderaceseries.com
Help Out at the Craftsman Exhibition with Pasadena Heritage
Pasadena Heritage is currently recruiting volunteers to assist during Craftsman Weekend, Novemberember 1st-3rd. Volunteer at the Craftsman Exhibition held at the Pasadena Convention Center or during the Sunday House Tour on the 3rd and enjoy seeing all five historic homes on the Sunday House Tour for FREE! Tickets are usually $45!
Volunteer shifts are only 3 hours in length and there are still morning and afternoon shifts available. To sign up, please visit their website (http://pasadenaheritage.org/volunteer) and fill out the online sign up form found under "Current Special Event Volunteer Opportunities."
For more information, please call Kristen Norton, Volunteer & Membership Coordinator, at 626-441-6333 or email volunteer@pasadenaheritage.org.
Volunteer with LGBTQ Center of Long Beach this Holiday Season #1
The LGBTQ Center Long Beach advances equity for LGBTQ people through culturally responsive advocacy, education, programs, and services. They envision fully affirming communities where all LGBTQ people live in health, wellness, safety and prosperity. Attend their Volunteer Informational to learn about The Center’s mission, programs, and services, available volunteer positions and the roles, responsibilities and expectations for each position, minimum volunteer requirements, steps for completing an application, and moving forward in the volunteer selection process. To learn more and register please go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-informational-11152019-tickets-75962741605?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #1
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Serve Breakfast to the Homeless with St. Francis Center
Serve Breakfast to the HomelessSince 1972, St. Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, they offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, they dedicate every day to Serving Hope in their community
Event Description: This Breakfast program is part of their Homeless Well-Being Program. Their homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join them for breakfast Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am and Mondays from 7:15 - 8:15 AM! They serve between 200 and 300 men and women each day. Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work for their guests experiencing homelessness.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities: Volunteers will help staff with set-up for serve, and clean-up after breakfast. Breakfast service tasks include serving coffee, working in the kitchen, cleaning tables, resetting tables, and offering a smile.
Requirements: Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Age Restrictions: They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NFq6bGhCNiLwqZ58WlWfeRvuVHYFiwqT/view
Click here to sign up: https://www.stfranciscenterla.org/volunteers/
Donate Needed Thanksgiving Food Items to Big Sunday’s Thanksgiving Stuffing Event
Did you know that each month, all year, Big Sunday hosts a food drive? It's called the End of the Month Club and it helps hungry and grateful people at nonprofits and schools throughout Los Angeles. In Novemberember, we are collecting thousands of Thanksgiving Food Items (nonperishable items, please) for dozens of local nonprofit organizations that assist hungry individuals and families. Sorting coincides with their 8th Annual Thanksgiving Stuffing Event from 9 am -12 pm. Food can be delivered starting November 1 through November 27. Coming to the Thanksgiving Stuffing? Awesome! Please feel free to bring your donations with you on November 27. Can’t shop? No prob! Big Sunday also accepts money so we can shop for you! (Visit http://bigsunday.org/get-involved/donate-now/ and indicate your donation is for the Thanksgiving Stuffing Event.) For more info, contact endofthemonthclub@bigsunday.org. All donations will benefit dozens of nonprofit organizations serving clients in need. http://bigsunday.org/get-involved/donate-now/
Give the Gift of a Thanksgiving Feast in a Bag
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate family traditions. Because of supporters like you, LA Family Housing (LAFH) is able to provide more than 1,500 people experiencing homelessness with thanksgiving bags. Give the gift of tradition and empower individuals and families experiencing homelessness to host their own Thanksgiving feast. Donate Thanksgiving sides (stuffing, canned goods, mashed potato mix, etc) and a $20 gift card to buy a turkey, a greeting card, and place the items in a reusable bag. Please drop off bags by Monday, Novemberember 18th. For more information on what to include in your Thanksgiving bags or to schedule a drop-off contact donategoods@lafh.org or call (818) 255-2789.
Uplift the Spirits of the Clients of Union Station Homeless Services
For 47 years, Union Station Homeless Services has hosted Dinner in the Park on Thanksgiving Day! This uplifting community event provides thousands of holiday meals and hope for all who attend, including homeless men, women, children, seniors, very low-income families, and those with no place to go during the holidays. The impact of the event in the community is large because of your help! From the turkey to the potatoes and gravy, the majority of food served at this event is donated by generous community members, and every little bit helps! They would gladly accept any donation you are available to provide. For idea of items to donate please check our their wish list at: https://www.unionstationhs.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/DIP-2019-Wishlist_10.7.pdfTo schedule a donation delivery, please email their In-Kind Donations Manager, David Sensente at dsensente@unionstationhs.org. All food donations need to be dropped off at their Adult Center by Novemberember 18th: 412 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105. You may also shop items on their Amazon Wish List: http://a.co/7jQqA05 and items will get automatically delivered to their location!
Help Bring Warmth and Comfort this Holiday Season
LA Family Housing serves over 6,000 homeless people every year. The holiday season is a chilly time for many but you can help keep the warmth alive by donating blankets! This year help provide warmth on a cold night by donating new twin sheets, fleece blankets, and pillows with pillowcases. All donations need to be dropped off by Thursday, Novemberember 25th. To schedule drop-offs or for more information please contact: donategoods@lafh.org or (818)255-2789
Donate Thanksgiving Food at Alexandria House
Alexandria House, a wonderful transitional shelter for women and children, is asking for food donations for Thanksgiving. Your donations are transformed into beautiful food baskets given to their large community of past and current residents and neighborhood families who are at-risk women, youths, and families. Donation items they're asking for are traditional Thanksgiving foods such as turkeys, yams, cranberry sauce, pies, etc. Please drop the donations off at their office located at 426 S. Alexandria Ave. (yellow house) by Monday 11/25. They couldn't do this without your support, THANK YOU! For more details, please contact Anh Le at anh@alexandriahouse.org or (213) 381-2649.
Host a Thanksgiving-themed Fundraiser/Collection for LA Family Housing
LA Family Housing serves over 6,000 homeless people every year. The holiday season is a chilly time for many but you can help keep the warmth alive by hosting a collection or fundraiser for the individuals and families at LAFH. Raise awareness and much needed supplies to help people experiencing homelessness celebrate the holidays. To schedule drop-offs or for more information please contact: donategoods@lafh.org or (818) 255-2789
Donate to PATH’s Jingle Ball
PATH’s mission is to end homelessness for individuals, families, and communities. A donation of a Jingle Bag will help support their clients in their new home during a time that can be isolating for people who have experienced chronic homelessness. They are asking for donations of: A reusable grocery bag filled with: Hot cocoa mix/festive treat mixes, Holiday themes home décor or Decemberorations, and Nonperishable food
Help PATH Prep Thanksgiving Meals
PATH’s mission is to end homelessness for individuals, families, and communities. Support their recently housed neighbors with their first thanksgiving meal in their new home by assembling grocery bags filled with non-perishable food items and a grocery gift card. Your donation of Turkey Boxes will help their clients who are housed feel supported during the holidays. A Turkey Box donation will include, Boxed stuffing mix, Cranberry sauce, Pie crust mix or dessert mix, Canned vegetables, Mashed potato mix, and a $20 grocery store gift card.
Share the Holiday Spirit at Illumination Foundation’s Toy Drive
Participate in Illumination Foundation's Holiday Toy Drive by hosting a toy drive with your friends, family, co-workers, community members, and club! Help them bring smiles to hundreds of homeless children and teens this holiday season! They are looking for new/unwrapped toys for children 6 months and up.Donations will be collected through Friday, Decemberember 6th, 2019.
Please drop off at their corporate office: 1091 N. Batavia St., Orange, CA 92867 between 9 AM - 5 pm.
Appropriate donations include: gift cards, toys, stuffed animals, games, sports equipment, cosmetics, movie/sports tickets.They also have an Amazon Wishlist to donate directly to our organization: http://a.co/cbxO52g
For more information Please Contact: Amanda Stinson Delgado - adelgado@ifhomeless.org
Provide Gifts for Homeless Youth of My Friend’s Place
My Friends Place is a great drop-in resource center in Hollywood offering comprehensive health, education and therapeutic services each year to 1,400 homeless youth and their children. This holiday season, My Friends Place would like to deliver gifts to 250 homeless youth during their Decemberember 13th Holiday Party.
They are in need of the following items: $10 gift cards (grocery stores, Target, CVS, etc.); $10 fast food gift cards (Subway, Jack In The Box, El Pollo Loco, etc.); new scarves and gloves; new hoodies (all adult sizes); new sleeping bags; new headphones/earbuds. If you are unable to do a drop off, please consider giving through their Amazon Wishlist! www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/AICMXW1D8492. To coordinate a donation drop off or for more info on hosting a Gift Drive or Giving Tree, please contact Daniel Lee, Development Assistant, at 323-472-4579 or dlee@myfriendsplace.org. If you can help, please provide all donations by Decemberember 7!
Give Back to Seniors this Holiday Season
Looking for a cool way to share the spirit of giving this holiday season? Culver City Senior Citizens Association is asking volunteers to donate stockings or holiday gift bags filled with five gender-neutral toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, a bar of soap, shampoo/conditioner and deodorant. These much-appreciated gifts will be distributed during the Decemberember Socialites dance for adults with developmental disabilities on December 15 where Santa will make a special appearance! The organization aims to provide 120 guests gifts, so come together with family, friends or co-workers to put a smile on the faces of these seniors this holiday season. Donations of toiletries are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off by Monday December 16 at the Center M-F, 9am to 4 pm or on weekends, 12pm to 4pm. Contact Asia for more details (310) 253 - 6729. If you would like to provide a monetary donation to support programming year round please make out a check to the Culver City Senior Citizens Association (CCSCA) and specify that the donation is for DISABILITY SERVICES. Checks can be sent to the Culver City Senior Center - ATTN Disability Services 4095 Overland Ave Culver City, CA 90232.
Adopt A Family Holiday Kit with LA Family Housing
LA Family Housing serves over 6,000 homeless people every year. Empower parents to create holiday memories and magic for their children by donating a reusable shopping bag filled with festive Decemberorations, household goods, and two $20.00 gift cards. Drop off by Monday, Decemberember 16th. Click here for holiday kit checklist: https://lafh.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=457218
Donate Toys to Underserved Youth at Crete Academy
Crete Academy serves students in one of the lowest income zip codes in LA and homeless students. This year they are hosting "Adopt a Child for Christmas" and they need your help! Donations of Christmas presents are needed for their students K-12. Donors that shop for a child can obtain their student wishlist by filling out the donor form on their website. All gifts are to be purchased, wrapped and delivered to the school no later than 12/16/19. If you cannot get a gift please consider a monetary donation for them to purchase a Christmas gift for you! Check out their page for more information: https://www.creteacademy.org/copy-of-donate To donate please contact Linda Harris at info@creteacademy.org.
Adopt-A-Family for the Holidays with Families Forward Learning Center
Looking to make the holidays brighter for a family in need? Consider adopting a family from Families Forward Learning Center! Adopt-A-Family is their annual event to find donors who can sponsor a low-income family facing isolation during the holidays. Many of the families they serve cannot afford the weight of purchasing gifts and a meal for the holidays, so they are looking for donors who would be willing to support a family during the holiday season! You choose the size of the family or families you would like to adopt, purchase and wrap the gifts and come drop the gifts off at their location. You will receive a thank you card, photo of the family/families you adopted, and a tax receipt for your donation. You can also order gifts online and have them sent there if you are too far away to come drop off! You can adopt as part of a group, with your company, or as an individual. This is a great opportunity for groups of friends, organizations or sports teams to come together!
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Sarah Kimbrough - sarah@familiesforwardlc.org or (626) 792-2687 x121
If you are ready to adopt, please fill out this form:
https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=911805613
“Adopt” a Foster Child for the Holidays!
The Aviva Family and Children’s Services provides mental health and social services to over 7,000 children, youth and families each year. This year spread the Holiday spirit by “Adopting” a Foster Family/Child for the Holidays! Impact the life of a family that is unable to provide for themselves and their children during the holidays by donating gifts! Families typically ask for warm clothing, a few toys for their children, food gift cards, and household necessities such as pots and pans, blankets, microwaves, etc. But of course, as the adopter you may contribute what you feel is appropriate to give. All gifts must be new, unopened, unwrapped and dropped off by Friday, Novemberember 29th. To sponsor a child or families please contact Azucena Navarrete at anavarrete@aviva.org or call (323) 876-0550 ext 1122. You can also make a donation by going to their Amazon Wish List here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1LV8CGQQ14KYO?ref_=wl_share
Spread Joy and Adopt a Family from A Place Called Home
Would you like to make a difference in the lives of a local family in need this holiday season? Consider adopting a family! Adoption includes providing gifts and the opportunity to meet with your adopted family in Decemberember on the APCH campus. Previous sponsors will tell you what a fulfilling, heartwarming experience this is. That's why spots fill up fast - so, don't delay! To learn more about the Adopt-a-Family program please email us at adopt a family@apch.org. To sign up please check out the form found on their Donate page: https://apch.org/get-involved/donate/
Lend a Hand with AHEAD With Horse’s Saturday Volunteer Program
AHEAD with Horses is having a short orientation every Saturday morning at 8:45am in Shadow Hills. Volunteers must be at least 12 to volunteer. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must accompany you to sign some paperwork. Closed-toe shoes (should be comfortable because there is a lot of walking), a shirt with sleeves (T-shirts are fine; No tank tops) and long pants are required. If you're planning to stay for the entire day (till approx. 2 - 2:30pm) then please bring water and a sack lunch/snack. Other days and times available for volunteering will be given at the orientation. They normally have volunteers assist the instructor with the children and horses, which includes, leading horses and spotting, which is walking alongside the horse to ensure child’s safety and position changes on the horse. Other activities might include: grooming horses, cleaning tack, gardening (raking, weeding, etc.), mailings, etc. Please contact the office if you are interested in these days or check their Facebook page (AHEAD With Horses Inc). If you have any other questions or need directions Please Call 818 - 767 - 6373.
Become a Letter Screener for Operation Gratitude
Operation Gratitude receives 1 million+ letters each year from Americans who want to express their gratitude for their heroes’ service. As letters flood into their facility from across the country, their trained volunteer Letter Screeners individually read and approve each note. You must live close enough to The FOB in Chatsworth, CA to take their Letter Screener class, and to pick up and drop off the letters. Each Letter Screener will attend an approximately 25-minute instruction that will teach you how to screen and categorize the letters. Please contact them to set up an appointment by emailing info@operationgratitude.com. They will make every effort to accommodate your schedule. They organize group classes a few times a year. They can also provide group or one-on-one training during the normal operating hours (M-F, 9 -4), or they can set up an appointment to meet off-site at your and their convenience.
Write Letters to Troops During the Holidays
Every Operation Gratitude Care Package includes a bundle of letters from the American people, thanking Troops, Veterans, New Recruits, Wounded Heroes and their Caregivers, or First Responders for their service to their country. Care Package recipients say that these letters, notes, and drawings are the most cherished items in their box. Letters are accepted year-round. They have a special need for letters specifically written to New Recruits, Veterans, and First Responders. For more details visit: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/write-letters/
Organize a “Cents for Service” Fundraiser for Operation Gratitude
You can organize a “Cents for Service” fundraiser at your workplace, school, or club. Every $15 donated will pay to ship an Operation Gratitude Care Package! This can be a fun and simple way for your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and/or teammates to show support for all who serve. For detailed description of instructions please visit: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/cents-for-service/
Help Make Paracord Bracelets for Troops at Operation Gratitude
Not only do these bracelets look cool, they can actually be used to save a life in an emergency situation. they include them in their Care Packages because they're both functional and meaningful, as they are handmade by an American who wants to show their appreciation to their Troops and First Responders. All who serve use paracord, which gets its name from parachute cord and can hold up to 550 lbs. of the night. The bracelet provides 7.5 feet of cord in an emergency. Paracord “Survival” Bracelets can be used to:Secure camouflage nets to trees or vehicles, Build a makeshift shelter, Extend a security strap or rope to reach and haul heavy objects, Create a harness to extract an injured person from a bad location, Make a sling or splint, And those are just a few of the ways to use the full paracord! Cut the paracord and remove the 7 to 9 individual nylon strands inside it and now you have finer strong string to use as:Sewing thread to repair gear, Emergency sutures to close a wound, Fishing line, Trip line to secure an area. For detailed instructions please visit: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/paracord-bracelets/
Knit or Crochet Warm Hats and Scarves for the Troops
There’s something about receiving a handmade item that warms the heart, especially when you're deployed. Why? Because every moment of time, talent, and energy poured into a handmade item is an expression of deep appreciation for the service and sacrifice of the service members who receive their Care Packages. In the cold winter months, Operation Gratitude includes a lovingly handmade scarf or hat in every Care Package they send to the Troops. To make that happen, they need the knitting and crocheting talents of many Volunteers across the country. For detailed instructions visit: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/handmade-with-love/
Donate Gifts to the Special Needs Network, Inc.
In Decemberember, Special Needs Network's "Annual Family To Family Christmas Care Exchange" will open to over 1,000 families with special needs children, their siblings, and peers in underserved communities, and allow them the opportunity to attend a community holiday celebration.During this event, Special Needs Network provides food, clothing, and toys to these families with limited resources while hosting a program that recognizes the community advocates and volunteers for children with developmental disabilities. They provide a short educational program for the parents focusing on autism awareness, information about available services, and access and advocacy in the South Los Angeles community.
These special needs children each receive a holiday toy and participate in organized games, arts and crafts, and inclusive play with typical children. This unique forum is a valuable first step for many special needs families on the path to advocacy, independence, and the support they need. As you can probably imagine supplies are crucial components to running a successful event, especially on a limited donated budget. They especially need unwrapped toys for boys and girls of all ages. Together with your help, Special Needs Network will provide an amazing holiday experience for deserving kids!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact them at (323) 975-4552 or connie@specialneedsnetwork.org.
Support Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all. If you cannot volunteer consider donating to The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. They truly appreciate your support and your donation will help restore habitat for important wildlife species and provide environmental educational opportunities for the community. To donate please visit: https://pvplc.org/_contribute/donate_online.asp
Help out at the Dream Catcher of Los Angeles Horse Riding Therapy facililty.
Dream Catcher of Los Angeles is one of many local organizations that focus on horse therapy. The riding center works with children, adults and veterans with cognitive, physical and emotional disabilities, using equine therapy to improve the mind, body and spirit. You do not need to have any experience with horses to help out. They will provide the necessary training for you to be a growing part of our organization. Volunteers are needed in a variety of capacities, from providing horse lessons, caring for the horses,assisting in the comfort and safety of the rider, walking beside the rider, providing physical support as needed, reinforcing the instructor's directions and being alert to the possible need for instantaneous help, fundraising and organizational tasks. They ask that you try and commit to volunteering on a regular basis so their riders and staff have as much consistency as possible. Sign up form: http://nebula.wsimg.com/de8e358acdda35c0eb631dc971186ca3?AccessKeyId=37D25866CA9DE12B4296&disposition=0&alloworigin=1
Help Out in the MS Society Office
Walk MS and Bike MS is their rallying point, a time and a place to stand together and to be together -- to help raise critical funds that support cutting edge research, drive change through advocacy, facilitate professional education and provide programs and services to help people with MS move their lives forward.
The National Ms Society is in need of volunteers to come into the office and help with the following:
-Writing thank you notes
-Data Entry
-Putting together information packets
-Organizing prizes, shirts, and Walk and Bike MS gear
-Assisting Bike MS in researching in-kind donations
Days/shifts:
Monday through Friday, anytime between 10am-4pm. Whether it's 1hr or all day, they would love your help! Volunteers must be at least 16.
Help Take Care of Dogs at the Wags & Walks Adoption Center
The Lead Wags Club Volunteer is responsible for the supporting staff with the care of all dogs at the Wags & Walks adoption center. The Lead Wags Club Volunteer must be willing to work closely with other volunteers, staff and the public. At times when staffing is limited or special assistance is needed, the Lead Wags Club Volunteer may be asked to take on key responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, daily feeding, medicating, walking dogs and cleaning of all animal kennels and shared areas. This role requires a person who can remain calm under pressure and effectively multitask, prioritize and communicate. This position is perfect for someone who want hands on dog experience plus enjoy working with people. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Become a Health & Wellbeing Volunteer for Seniors
As a volunteer with LINC you will help low-income seniors sustain their physical and mental health while preventing social isolation and depression within this vulnerable population. Seniors living on fixed incomes are often forced to choose between paying for housing or nutritious foods, medication and participating in healthy activities. Health & Wellbeing Volunteers at LINC Cares address these issues by providing supportive programs that improve seniors’ quality of life and promote their ability to live independently.
Learn new skills and have fun, all while improving the health of our community!
Visit their website at: http://www.linchousing.org/linccares/vol_form.html and complete the online application. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Make a Difference in the Community with LINC Housing
LINC welcomes group volunteers to engage in many opportunities by supporting their greater initiative of providing housing and life-enhancing services to low-income families, seniors, and individuals with special needs. With California currently having the highest poverty rate in the nation at 20.6%, your services will be helpful toward LINC'S objective in continuing to address housing needs with new construction, acquisition/rehab, and the preservation of at-risk affordable housing.
This is a great opportunity for team building, increasing morale/motivation, and to give back to the community. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Below are a few volunteer opportunities with LINC Housing:
GROUP VOLUNTEER EVENTS:
Assist event projects
Hosting holiday parties or book fairs
Beautification projects (community gardening, painting, and more!)
Preparing/serving meals at one of our properties for different occasions
*Other specialized positions available at locations throughout California!
Help Alcoholism Center for Women Patch up their Grounds
Alcoholism Center for Women need help with building and grounds that they are constantly fixing, painting, planting. They also need assistance in improving the inside and outside of the facility. If you are interested in assisting, please contact info@acwla.org.
Join Alcoholism Center for Women and Become a Substance Abuse Intern
Alcoholism Center for Women is in need of substance abuse interns. Interns are welcome to assist ACW's Residential and Outpatient Programs. Please contact info@acwla.org for more information.
Help the Peninsula Center Library Organize their Book Donations
The Peninsula Center Library's Used Book Sales room could use your help with organization, sorting, pricing of the many donations they receive each week. They are expanding the area and could use your help. They have 3 great, committed and friendly volunteer managers who would like to meet you and discuss how you can become part of the Used Book Sales team of volunteers. The days/hours are flexible. Full training is provided and if you like to stay busy, this is the place for you! They ask for at least a 3-month commitment and at least 1-2 hours per week. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and have the ability to stand & walk around for 1-2 hours, read/understand English, follow instructions, and follow instructions/training.
Create Joy and Healing with AHEAD with Horses
AHEAD With Horses is a non-profit developmental therapeutic vaulting program for children with all types of disabilities in the Los Angeles area. They have been serving children for over 50 years! They are in need of donations of cement, wheelbarrow, garden hose, rakes, shovels, and other farm items. All of the donations made will go directly towards creating their new facility so that all of the children will be able to benefit from their developmental therapeutic services. AHEAD With Horses also has a amazon wish list where you can find items that they are looking to get donated: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/1ED61QPCHAO6F/ref=bnav_topnav_lists_1
https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/ahead-with-horses-forever-home-campaign
Share the Love with Homeless Youth at Safe Place for Youth
Safe Place for Youth’s mission is to inspire, nurture, and empower the resilient human spirit of homeless youth by providing immediate and lasting solutions, one young person at a time. The goal of their program is to provide critical resources and empower young people to take control of their lives, supported by trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and positive youth development strategies in a safe, non-judgmental environment. This Holiday Season Safe Place for Youth is asking for donations of hygiene items, clothing, sleeping bags, and blankets. For more information on donations please contact Cody at codym@safeplaceforyouth.org or go to http://www.safeplaceforyouth.org/in_kind_donations
Become a Thrift Corner Volunteer at ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of Thrift Corner Volunteers to help one day a week from 10am to 2pm, check out customers and keep the thrift corner neat and tidy. If interested email: volunteer@onegeneration.org
Become a Travel Office Volunteer at ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of Travel Office Volunteers – one day a week from 9am to 2pm, help seniors register for trips and answer the phones to give trip information. If interested email: volunteer@onegeneration.org
Provide Meals to Seniors as a Homebound Meal Driver for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of homebound meal drivers. Delivers a hot meal and a warm greeting to homebound seniors one morning a week. Training is required with a Manager on meal delivering router. Minimum age 21 – Fingerprinting, Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance required.
Provide Support to Seniors as an Adult Daycare Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of adult daycare volunteers. Support and assist in activities for their memory impaired seniors. Assist with arts and crafts projects, meals, games, and social activities throughout the day. Training: Their, Orientation, and activities. Minimum age 14 – TB & Fingerprinting required 18 years and above.
Provide Support to Clients as a Child Care Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of child care volunteers. Assist with infants and children 6 weeks to 5 years old. Support staff in providing a safe, warm and healthy learning environment. Training: Their, orientation, and activities. Minimum age 14 – TB test & Fingerprinting required 18 years and above.
Provide Support to Clients as a Grocery Shopper Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of grocery shopper volunteer. Grocery Shopping and delivery to frail homebound seniors on an ongoing basis. Have a social visit along with providing a vital service. hours are flexible. Minimum age 21, however, minor acceptable with an adult. Fingerprinting (18 years and above), driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance required.
Provide Support to Clients as a Telephone Reassurance Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of telephone reassurance volunteers. Give calls to seniors within their community to check on their well- being while having a social visit. Training: Meet with Director, Care Management, verbal and written instructions, and guidelines. Minimum age 21.
Provide Support to Clients as a Dining Site Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of dining site volunteer. Assist with serving food to participants in lunch programs. they have five locations where lunch is served Monday thru Friday. On-site training with Dining Coordinator. TB Test Required.
Provide Support to Clients as Admin Support for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of Admin support. Work on telephones, computers, filing, and scanning in office. On site training.
Provide Mentorship to Clients of ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of teachers. Teach a class to seniors at one of their sites. Looking for teachers for the following classes: Book Club, Square Dancing, Ballet and Bridge.
Provide Entertainers to Clients of ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of entertainers. Entertain in their lunch program through music, dance or drama.
Provide Support to Clients as a Travel Department Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of travel department volunteer. One day per week 9:00am – 2:00pm. Greeting customers, entering names into trip book, writing receipts, telephones and escorting trips. On-site training with travel manager, several days.
Provide Computer Tutoring to Clients of ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of computer tutors. Teaching seniors basic computer skills, internet, e-mail and word. Discuss procedures with manager before 1st session. Minimum age 14. Mentor times are based on the mentor’s availability.
Provide Support to Clients as an Intergenerational Program Volunteer for ONEgeneration
Volunteers support and enhance every program that ONEgeneration offers. For heartwarming, life-affirming experiences, come join ONEgeneration as a volunteer and start giving back to your community now! They are in need of intergenerational program volunteers. Programs for seniors to participate with youth in structured programs designed to involve the students in life skills, arts, nutrition, and a variety of fun engaging activities.
Bring Cheer by Caroling with Hospital Patients
Help the California Hospital Medical Center bring the holidays to life for our patients and staff. They welcome small groups of carolers to entertain during the holiday season (up to 15 people, maximum.) An hour or two spent singing a handful of traditional holiday songs makes the season bright!
Bring your office co-workers, your family, your Scouting troop, your athletic team, your school class, your service club members, your church group. All are welcome.
Weekdays and Weekends, midday or evening.
Call 213-742-5707 for more information.
Lend Your Photography Skills to Venice Family Clinic
The Venice Family Clinic is in need of Event Photographers that are available to help document their various special events. They would love to have a list of volunteers that they can contact in advance as needed throughout the year.
Volunteers must have their own professional-level photographer equipment
Please contact Cassie Roque, Volunteer Services Manager, with your interest and availability at (310) 664-7561 or at croque@mednet.ucla.edu.
For more info on these events, please visit the Venice Family Clinic website:
Venice Family Clinic: www.venicefamilyclinic.org/
Become a Walk-In Tutor for Adults with the LA Public Library
Did you know that nearly 1 million adults in Los Angeles face literacy or language barriers?
Join the LA Public Library to share your love of reading and:
-- Learn new skills! They provide all the training, materials, and support you'll need to be effective.
-- Meet lots of great people from different cultures and places.
-- Face challenges and learn how to overcome them.
-- Develop (or grow!) a passion for learning and teaching others.
-- Create real and meaningful change in your own community.
-- Gain great experience that can be applied in multiple job fields.
Volunteers will answer questions from mostly non-native English-speakers covering basic reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and pronunciation. No teaching or tutoring background is required, but all Adult Literacy volunteers must have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate. All volunteer walk-in tutors receive free training and materials. They ask for 2 to 3 hours a week for a minimum of 2 months.All volunteers must be at least 18.
Become an LGBTQ Victim Advocacy Volunteer
Advocate for LGBTQ survivors of intimate partner violence. The victim advocate/event coordinator will interact with people who come into the center for walk-ins or who have general questions about the program, assist advocates in providing crisis intervention, referrals and linkages to services to clients as needed, provide advocacy and court support when necessary, explain and guide through Victim’s Compensation Board Application as needed for clients who ask for application assistance, and participate in preparation of outreach materials as well as attending street and organizational outreaches such as resource fairs, health fairs and workshop presentations. Volunteers are also responsible for maintaining statistical information such as group sign-ins and outreach log-in sheets, participating in trainings serving Domestic Violence, LGBTQ+, Criminal System, Legal Advocacy etc, researching and staying updated with upcoming events/fundraisers/workshops relevant to domestic violence and the LGBTQ+ community, helping with prevention based work such as providing Domestic Violence 101, DV + LGBTQ, and Healthy Relationships 101 presentations, and providing clerical support and answering calls that come into the outreach center. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Help Out at the Nature Center Information Desk at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center
Responsibilities include answering questions from visitors (mostly about where the bathroom is and where the trail goes), selling items from the gift shop, answering phone calls and showing visitors around the nature center One-on-one training is provided. Additional opportunities, including leading nature walks, are available for volunteers who complete Docent Training (requires successful completion of the 10 week Docent Training Class, typically offered in the spring). Volunteer shifts are either 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sundays or 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Some weekday shifts may be available. Volunteers must be at least 18 and commit to a minimum of 4 hours/month.
Help Walk & Socialize the Dogs at Ruff Patches
As a volunteer at Ruff Patches, you would be responsible for walking dogs that are being boarded at kennels and handling dogs at adoptions. This includes walking them, handling them around the public, ensuring their safety around the other animals, cleaning up after them, making sure they have access to water, removing and returning them safely from dog pens and making sure they are on their best behavior at all times. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Help Walk, Feed, and Socialize Dogs with The Real Bark
The Real Bark need volunteers to help with walking, socializing, feeding dogs that are in boarding awaiting to go into a foster or permanent home. This is done every afternoon and takes about 90 minutes to 2 hours. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Please go to their website www.therealbark.org and fill out a volunteer application
Help Out at Dog Adoption Events with the Real Bark
Mobile Dog Adoptions are held at different locations in the Echo Park, Burbank and Pasadena areas - locations and times vary. Normally held on Saturdays. They need dog savvy people who can help load and transport dogs to and from the event, set up the event and handle dogs during the event - good communications skills a big plus as well dog handling skills but will train the right individuals.
Please go to their website www.therealbark.org and fill out a volunteer application
https://www.volunteermatch.org/results/opp_detail.jsp?oppid=1933651
Help Out at the LHASA Happy Homes Rescue
Lhasa Happy Homes desperately needs volunteers who can help in a variety of ways. From scouting the shelters, to transporting, to doing home checks...to helping at adoption events...and dog walking. If you have some time, love dogs and a big heart, they have a job for you! They are located in West Los Angeles and need help in the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Orange County. Volunteers must be at least 21.
Become and Emergency Department Volunteer at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
The Emergency Department is looking for volunteers to assist with greeting people, directing visitors, making phone calls, answering questions, locating patients,and helping with forms. They may also communicate with patients and family, maintain waiting room and supplies, request an interpreter, and assist patients needing wheelchairs. This job requires the ability to withstand long periods of walking and/or standing.
Emergency Dept volunteers must be at least age 21, but all other ages are encouraged to volunteer in other departments. Opportunity available from 8am to 8pm daily, please commit to at least 6 hours/week for a minimum of 6 months.
Help Seniors in South Bay Village
Help seniors remain at home by providing community and services!
Volunteers help South Bay Village Seniors in the following areas:
Transportation: Drive Members to and from medical appointments, grocery shopping, hair appointments, and social activities
Errands: Grocery shop for members, take and drop off donations to charities or the library
Handyman: Minor home repairs
Computer/Electronic Support: Set up email, download photos, install software, provide training for basic technology
Light Yard work/Gardening: Watering, weeding
Light Chores: Changing light bulbs, vacuuming, etc.
Friendly Visits: Take walks, play cards or board games, watch a movie, etc.
Also help out in their office: making phone calls, stuffing envelopes, covering the office phones, or helping plan events!
As a Volunteer, YOU Decemberide what you want to do and how often. Each assignment lasts 1 to 2 hours. If interested, please call them at 424-271-2304. Volunteers must be at least 16.
Help Care for Pets with Assisted Home Health & Hospice
Assisted Home Health & Hospice Foundation is seeking volunteers! Health related issues are a leading cause for individuals being unable to care for their pets. Their program, "Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love," strives to keep pets and loved ones together until the end. With the help of their volunteers, they assist by providing companionship, dog walking, feeding, cleaning of litter boxes, grooming, veterinary care, and if needed rehoming services.
Assisted Home Health & Hospice is a non-profit (501(c)(3)) organization established to provide home health and hospice education to members of the community and financial assistance for qualifying patients.
To learn more about volunteering or how to become a foster, and to help change the life of someone big and small, please call (805) 379-3656 or email foundation@assisted1.com.
Help Care for Pets with Assisted Home Health & Hospice: Northridge
Assisted Home Health & Hospice Foundation is seeking volunteers! Health related issues are a leading cause for individuals being unable to care for their pets. Their program, "Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love," strives to keep pets and loved ones together until the end. With the help of their volunteers, they assist by providing companionship, dog walking, feeding, cleaning of litter boxes, grooming, veterinary care, and if needed rehoming services.
Assisted Home Health & Hospice is a non-profit (501(c)(3)) organization established to provide home health and hospice education to members of the community and financial assistance for qualifying patients.
To learn more about volunteering or how to become a foster, and to help change the life of someone big and small, please call (805) 379-3656 or email foundation@assisted1.com.
Help Care for Pets with Assisted Home Health & Hospice: West Covina
Assisted Home Health & Hospice Foundation is seeking volunteers! Health related issues are a leading cause for individuals being unable to care for their pets. Their program, "Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love," strives to keep pets and loved ones together until the end. With the help of their volunteers, they assist by providing companionship, dog walking, feeding, cleaning of litter boxes, grooming, veterinary care, and if needed rehoming services.
Assisted Home Health & Hospice is a non-profit (501(c)(3)) organization established to provide home health and hospice education to members of the community and financial assistance for qualifying patients.
To learn more about volunteering or how to become a foster, and to help change the life of someone big and small, please call (805) 379-3656 or email foundation@assisted1.com.
Help Care for Pets with Assisted Home Health & Hospice: Woodland Hills
Assisted Home Health & Hospice Foundation is seeking volunteers! Health related issues are a leading cause for individuals being unable to care for their pets. Their program, "Hands to Cuddle, Paws to Love," strives to keep pets and loved ones together until the end. With the help of their volunteers, they assist by providing companionship, dog walking, feeding, cleaning of litter boxes, grooming, veterinary care, and if needed rehoming services.
Assisted Home Health & Hospice is a non-profit (501(c)(3)) organization established to provide home health and hospice education to members of the community and financial assistance for qualifying patients.
To learn more about volunteering or how to become a foster, and to help change the life of someone big and small, please call (805) 379-3656 or email foundation@assisted1.com.
Give the Gift of Music at PIH Health Hospital
The Music Enrichment program provides instrumental music to patients during room to room visits as part of addressing the whole health of the individual. The goal of this program is to lift the emotional spirits of the patient, improve morale, increase energy levels, and provide stress relief through music as a diversion technique. By voluteers providing music at the bedside of patients, it also has the potential to ease the patient's feelings of loneliness.
Shifts can be flexible from 2-4 hours per day. Auditions will be required before placement. Volunteers must be at least 16.
Give the Gift of Music at PIH Health Hospital: Downey
The Music Enrichment program provides instrumental music to patients during room to room visits as part of addressing the whole health of the individual. The goal of this program is to lift the emotional spirits of the patient, improve morale, increase energy levels, and provide stress relief through music as a diversion technique. By voluteers providing music at the bedside of patients, it also has the potential to ease the patient's feelings of loneliness.
Shifts can be flexible from 2-4 hours per day. Auditions will be required before placement. Volunteers must be at least 16.
Provide Compassionate Care for Seniors with Reliance Hospice and Palliative Care: Canoga Park
Volunteers are an essential element of the Hospice Care Team. Reliance Hospice & Palliative Care provides physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort while allowing patients and their families to retain as much autonomy and dignity as possible. They seek to provide quality compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness. In doing so, they provide expert medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient’s needs and wishes. Equally important is the support provided to the patient’s loved ones.
WHAT THEY DO
- Provide Patient Companionship and Friendship
- Read Books, Play Games/Cards
- Write Letters/Emails and Listen to Music
- Watch Movies or TV
- Walk with Patient
- Assist with Daily Tasks
- Give Families or Caregivers a break to take care of personal needs
- Provide Bereavement Support
Volunteers must be at least 18 and able to provide at least 1 hour/week or 4 hours/month.
To get started, please fill out a volunteer application:
https://rhospice.com/volunteer-application/
Or call and get a verbal description over the phone 1-877-659-5998
Provide Compassionate Care for Seniors with Reliance Hospice and Palliative Care: Tanoga
Volunteers are an essential element of the Hospice Care Team. Reliance Hospice & Palliative Care provides physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort while allowing patients and their families to retain as much autonomy and dignity as possible. They seek to provide quality compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness. In doing so, they provide expert medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient’s needs and wishes. Equally important is the support provided to the patient’s loved ones.
WHAT THEY DO
- Provide Patient Companionship and Friendship
- Read Books, Play Games/Cards
- Write Letters/Emails and Listen to Music
- Watch Movies or TV
- Walk with Patient
- Assist with Daily Tasks
- Give Families or Caregivers a break to take care of personal needs
- Provide Bereavement Support
Volunteers must be at least 18 and able to provide at least 1 hour/week or 4 hours/month.
To get started, please fill out a volunteer application:
https://rhospice.com/volunteer-application/
Or call and get a verbal description over the phone 1-877-659-5998
Become a Tour Guide for International Travelers
Local volunteers offer a unique insider’s perspective to hostel guests. Tour guides will lead a tour in one part of Los Angeles on a pre-planned route (which you are welcomed to update) with historical, cultural, or fun information. They currently have tours in Downtown L.A., Venice Beach, and Malibu.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead a group of hostellers on a local area walking tour.
Speak about specific points of interest.
Research and add to historical and culturally accurate script.
No experience necessary. They can train you to lead the tours and provide the route information and talking points!
Contact Naledi Makhene for more details: naledi.makhene@hiusa.org or (424) 309-1675, or visit https://www.hiusavolunteers.org/
Volunteers must be at least 18.
Become a Senior “Walking Buddy” at Westside Pacific Villages
An hour a week can change your life! Westside Pacific Villages helps older adults remain active and independent in the comfort of their own homes and neighborhoods as long as possible. Discover the joy of working with their senior community by becoming a senior "walking buddy." Walk as much or as little as your schedule permits, it's helpful to them and rewarding for you!
To learn more about their volunteer opportunities, call (310) 695-7030 or email info@thewpv.org .
To learn more about them online, visit our website at www.thewpv.org
Complete the volunteer application form at https://thewpv.org/volunteer-application-form/
Walk Dogs with The Little Red Dog, Inc.
The Little Red Dog is a non profit dog rescue and they need volunteers to walk dogs. Walks are typically 20-30 minutes. They have dogs boarded in several locations and some with fosters who need help during the day. They need people who can walk in the morning, during the day and evening, and during the week and on weekends. They provide training. To apply go to https://tlrd.formstack.com/forms/adoption
You must be at least 21 and attend their free dog walking clinic to walk dogs. Please wear closed toe shoes.
Help People Find Jobs with Chrysalis
Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the resources and support needed to find and retain employment.
Their philosophy is that a steady job is the single most important step in a person’s transition out of poverty and onto a pathway to long-term self-sufficiency. Offering a hand up, rather than a hand out, Chrysalis empowers clients to complete a self-directed job search.
YOU can make a real difference in the lives of the men and women in Los Angeles who are willing, ready, and able to become self-sufficient through employment.
Chrysalis volunteers play an integral role in empowering clients to build specific skills related to the job search process and instilling the self-esteem needed to succeed beyond the interview. There are many ways that volunteers help to support our programs, including:
One-on-one resume preparation
One-on-one practice interviews
Job search readiness class facilitation
Volunteers must commit to at least 2 hours/week for at least 3 months.
Help Take Care of Dogs with Wags and Walks
If you're interested in spending time with some of Wags and Walks' adorable adoptable dogs, the Wags Club is the place for you! Located in West LA, near the 405, they now have a cozy space where a few of their adoptable dogs can stay while waiting for their forever home!
Since these dogs are not in foster care, they rely on our amazing volunteers to sign up for shifts to take care of them! Whether you can come once a month, once a week, or all the time, they sincerely appreciate those who take time out of their busy lives to walk, feed, and care for all of the dogs. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Wags members will give you an orientation to the Wags Club to make sure you feel safe and comfortable during your shift. They also encourage coming in pairs - and what is better than spending time with a friend AND playing with dogs?
Become an Operations Intern with Wags and Walks
The internship position is responsible for assisting all teams with various tasks and projects during the term of a minimum of 12 weeks. Projects include tasks relevant to the daily operations of the rescue including administrative duties, data management, community outreach, office support and transport coordination. The internship will include opportunities on every team within the rescue including the operations team, the foster team, the volunteer team, the fundraising team and marketing team. Interns will be instrumental in assisting team members with all tasks involved in operating a dog rescue. Volunteers must be at least 18 and commit to a minimum of 8 to 10 hours/week.
Walk Dogs with the Westside German Shepherd Rescue
The Westside German Shepherd Rescue is looking for volunteers who are able to come to the rescue to walk their awesome dogs. Volunteers must be at least 18. Hours are flexible, available daily between 10am and 3pm/
Help Care for Animals at the Michelson Found Animals Foundation
Volunteer for Michelson Found Animals Foundation, a Los Angeles nonprofit devoted to animal welfare! They are an organization of avid animal lovers who focus their efforts on Decemberreasing the number of homeless pets in shelters. You too can help out at their Lakewood Adopt & Shop!
They need volunteers to help care for pets at the store by cleaning kennels, socializing animals, photographing pets, feeding, walking dogs, keeping the facility tidy and so much more. Volunteers also help by working with the public to place adoptable animals into new and loving homes. Weekday and weekday morning volunteers are always greatly appreciated! Volunteers must be at least 13 and commit to 8 hours/month for 3 months (flexible).
If you are interested in learning more, please visit their website ( http://www.foundanimals.org/get-involved)
Become a Docent at the Wildlife Waystation
Wildlife Waystation wants you to become a docent for their guided animal tours! Docents are their most valuable ambassadors to the public when people come to visit. Most tours are offered on Saturdays for groups of approximately 10 persons. However, there are often opportunities for tours during weekday business hours and occasional evenings. Wildlife Waystation also hosts tours for special events monthly. Docents have the special opportunity to inspire guests and share the mission of Wildlife Waystation's work while telling the stories of their animal residents. If you're outgoing and love learning facts about animals, then this is for you! Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and complete orientation.
Become a reading partner and make a lifelong impact on children in Los Angeles schools
Reading Partners is an education nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring to struggling elementary student readers.Reading Partners needs volunteers like you to provide individualized reading support to students in under-resourced elementary schools. With your help, students can be equipped with the foundational skills they need to read at grade level. Each week, you will meet one-on-one with your student every week to help them develop strong literacy skills and discover a passion for reading. Reading Partners will provide a structured curriculum, in-person training, and ongoing support to help your student thrive. Rigorous research has proven that Reading Partners significantly increases reading proficiency. No teaching experience required and anyone over the age of 14 can volunteer. Must Sign Up on Website.
Become a reading partner and make a lifelong impact on children in Pasadenaschools
Reading Partners is an education nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring to struggling elementary student readers.
Reading Partners needs volunteers like you to provide individualized reading support to students in under-resourced elementary schools. With your help, students can be equipped with the foundational skills they need to read at grade level. Each week, you will meet one-on-one with your student every week to help them develop strong literacy skills and discover a passion for reading. Reading Partners will provide a structured curriculum, in-person training, and ongoing support to help your student thrive. Rigorous research has proven that Reading Partners significantly increases reading proficiency. No teaching experience required and anyone over the age of 14 can volunteer. Must Sign Up on Website.
Have Fun Plogging and Cleaning Debs Park
Join Audubon Center at Debs Park where volunteers will be plogging (running and picking up trash) along a 5-mile stretch along Griffin Ave the Arroyo Seco and in Debs Park. Fun fact: Plogging is a fitness craze from Sweden that is quickly gaining popularity in the US. The term combines the word “jogging” with the Swedish term “plocka upp”, which means to pick up. The run will start and end in Audubon Center courtyard. The specific route with distances of up to 5 miles in length along Griffin Ave through the North Gate entrance will be provided at the start of the run. Trash drop off points will be at all trail intersections and at the Audubon center. Please dress comfortably in running clothes and shoes and bring a refillable water bottle, snacking utensils, any preferred gloves, and any reusable, plastic grocery bags.Please click here to sign up: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C1N00000fxWEXUA2
Go All in for a Good Cause at a Benefit Poker Tournament
The holiday season is a chance for families to create new memories with dinners, get-togethers, and presents. But for some families, creating these happy memories can be difficult when the choice is between presents and paying the bills. While you play poker you'll be supporting their Holiday Book & Toy Drive which helps them distribute 10,000 books & toys to children. Your ticket purchase comes with delicious food, drinks, and the opportunity to win some amazing raffle prizes.If you've got the skills to make it to the final table, the top three players will win an iWatch Series 4, HP Laptop, or Airbnb Gift Card!. All player levels are welcome! All attendees must be 21 years and older. Your $60 ticket purchase for this fundraising event will help feed a child for the 14 days over the winter school break! To sponsor, or for additional information, contact them at Communications@ccrcca.org or call 1-866-67-4KIDS.. To RSVP please register here: https://www.ccrcca.org/component/jevents/icalevent.detail/2019/10/03/1331/-?Itemid=0&highlight=WyJwb2tlciJd
Join Food Forward at their Farmers Market Glean Program
Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people in need, and inspiring others to do the same. Harvest food, fight hunger, build community at your local farmers market! They collect fresh, local produce that would otherwise go to waste and donate 100% to local hunger-relief agencies. Join Food Forward and help them collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at the farmers market and box, sort, and weigh the produce. Volunteers should be comfortable carrying boxes of produce that may weigh up to 40 pounds, but don't need to worry about bringing equipment or transporting the food. This opportunity is open to volunteers 12 years old and older, though children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information please call (818) 764-1022 or email info@foodforward.org. To sign up please register here: https://community.foodforward.org/events/15287
Join Food Forward at their Farmers Market Glean Program
Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people in need, and inspiring others to do the same. Harvest food, fight hunger, build community at your local farmers market! They collect fresh, local produce that would otherwise go to waste and donate 100% to local hunger-relief agencies. Join Food Forward and help them collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at the farmers market and box, sort, and weigh the produce. Volunteers should be comfortable carrying boxes of produce that may weigh up to 40 pounds, but don't need to worry about bringing equipment or transporting the food. This opportunity is open to volunteers 12 years old and older, though children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call (818) 764-1022 or email info@foodforward.org. To sign up please register here: https://community.foodforward.org/events/15318
Help Fight Hunger with Food Forward
Harvest food, fight hunger, and build community! Food Forward will be collecting beautiful fresh fruit that would otherwise go to waste, and donating 100% to local hunger-relief agencies. Join the Volunteer Harvest Team to help them pick as much fruit as possible from trees, and pack it into boxes to be donated. Volunteers should be comfortable picking and carrying boxes of fruit, but don't need to worry about bringing equipment or transporting the fruit. This opportunity is open to volunteers 5 years old and older, though children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call (818) 764-1022 or email info@foodforward.org. To sign up please register here: https://community.foodforward.org/events/15639
Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for their Beautify Lunada Bay Volunteer Day #1
The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all." Join them from 9am-12pm for a Beautify Lunada Bay to help weed and mulch around this community project. The long-term goals of this project are to restore attractive, locally native, drought tolerant plants to open space areas in Lunada Bay. Help restore this site for wildlife and the community to enjoy! The Beautify Lunada Bay Volunteer Day event will be open to all ages and skill levels. Please sign up at: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com
Face Paint at the Los Angeles 2019 Turkey Trot
The Celiac Disease Foundation is excited to host its 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk at the Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Recreation Center. The Turkey Trot provides the opportunity for families to connect with others in the celiac disease community and raise awareness for this serious disease. They are looking for someone with experience in painting, particularly face painting, to join them for the CDF Los Angeles Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk! They are expecting around 125 people at the event, although not everyone will participate in face painting. It is a family-friendly event with kids who will enjoy having their face painted. Must be at least 18 years old. If you're interested in being a face painting please register at here: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3191894.jsp
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #2
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Join the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night Walk
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light The Night Walk funds treatments that are saving the lives of patients today. LLS is making cures happen by providing patient support services, advocating for lifesaving treatments and pioneering the most promising cancer research anywhere. And it's all happening now. Not someday, but today. Each year friends, families and coworkers form teams to raise money in support of their mission. This year, in the fall, these teams and their communities Light The Night at the walks where they gather together to celebrate, honor and remember those touched by cancer. Link: http://www.lightthenight.org/events/los-angeles Event Details: Registration Time: 4:00pm Start & End Time: Dusk-10:00pm Parking: Street parking Event is rain or shine Walk in distance: 1 mile Dogs are not allowed Wheelchairs, Strollers are allowed Food is available for purchase beyond what is available for Champions for Cures
Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for their Outdoor Volunteer Day #1
The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all." Please join them for their Outdoor Volunteer Day from 9am to 12pm at Abalone Cove Reserve! Volunteers will be working to remove invasive weeds which degrade important wildlife habitat and will be replacing them with native, drought tolerant plants! You will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. A reusable water bottle is recommended. To sign up, please visit: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com
Unearth & Empower Communities Annual Fundraiser: Music Under the Stars
Please join us for a night of "Music Under the Stars" as we raise funds for youth to engage in the arts and education. . MISSION: Creating pathways to college, employment and entrepreneurship for underserved youth through engagement with education and the arts. . .
Have Fun and Trot Around at the Los Angeles 2019 Turkey Trot
Join the Celiac Disease Foundation as a volunteer for the 2nd Annual Celiac Disease FoundationTurkey Trot 5k Fun Run/Walk in Los Angeles on Saturday, Novemberember 2, 2019!
This family-friendly event inspires people to come together and have fun while raising awareness for celiac disease. As a volunteer, you will receive an event t-shirt and swag bag stuffed with gluten-free samples and coupons. The volunteer shift is 7:00am-11:00am at the Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Recreation Center on Saturday, Novemberember 2.
Register here: celiac.org/2019lavolunteer
Check their page on volunteermatch: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3207054.jsp
Volunteers must be at least 18
Limit one t-shirt and swag bag per person.
Help Out at the SFVMC Grand Finale Concert
The San Fernando Valley Master Chorale is looking for volunteers to help with their front of house operations for our upcoming concert, Grand Finale, taking place at First Presbyterian Church of Encino on Saturday and Sunday, Novemberember 2 & 3, 2019. Responsibilities include ticketing, passing out of programs, special guest check-ins, concessions, ushering, and monitoring our social media booth. Please enquire about a position you are interested in for time commitments and a detailed description! Volunteers must be at least 17.
Help Out at the LA Brain Tumor Walk
The National Brain Tumor Society is currently seeking volunteers to help with set-up, registration, and to help out at various booths for the upcoming Los Angeles Brain Tumor Freeze and Walk happening Saturday, Novemberember 2nd, at Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza. They hope you can help!
Email jsulit@braintumor.org if you can help!
Help Out as Part of the 2019 San Fernando Run & Relay Crew
Race day is coming up and they still need more volunteers. They're on the lookout for people to help with:Parking Direction, Water Stations Along the Course, Food & Beverage Tables, Course Direction & cheer stations, Event Day Registration, Breakdown and Clean-up, and more!
All volunteers are asked to assist with the breakdown and clean-up of the course, start & finish line area and event plaza area.
As an A5 Events volunteer you will be fed and hydrated.
If you have any friends or family that also may be interested in volunteering, please have them sign up through this website or show up with you on the day of the event. You will be assigned a job at the event.
Help Out at the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Each year the Alzheimer's Association brings Walk to End Alzheimer's to over 600 communities in the U.S., and they could not do it without their dedicated Walk day volunteers. Volunteers help with event set up, registration and check in, water stations, advocacy efforts, cheerleading and more! Raise awareness and bring your passion for the cause on Walk day.
Help Out at Adoption Events with Ruff Patches #1
Volunteers would assist at Ruff Patches adoptions events, held each Saturday from 12:30 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11:30 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes"and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. Ruff Patches also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to their adoption locations. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and commit to 6 hours per week (or however much you can do!)
Help Out at Pet Adoption Events with From Cloud to Ground Animal Rescue
The Emergency Department is looking for volunteers to assist with greeting people, directing visitors, making phone calls, answering questions, locating patients,and helping with forms. They may also communicate with patients and family, maintain waiting room and supplies, request an interpreter, and assist patients needing wheelchairs. This job requires the ability to withstand long periods of walking and/or standing.
Emergency Dept volunteers must be at least age 21, but all other ages are encouraged to volunteer in other departments. Opportunity available from 8am to 8pm daily, please commit to at least 6 hours/weel for a minimum of 6 months.
Help Out at Animal Adoption Fairs with the Homeless to Forever Foundation
Homeless to Forever Foundation is a small, all-volunteer, foster based organization.Adoption fairs are most Saturdays from 12:30 to about 4:30.
Volunteers must be at least 18, but if you wish to have children or minors help, they can come as long as you are present the entire time with them.
You can come one time or many times or designated times of the month. You can come for a brief time or the entire time.
Help Out at the Santa Clarita Marathon
Volunteer for the largest running event in the City of Santa Clarita! You'll have fun, meet great people, and enjoy the thrill of victory without having to break a sweat. Volunteers will serve as Course Monitors along the race route. Interested volunteers must register at SantaClaritaVolunteers.com.
5K/10K: Saturday, Novemberember 2
Full/Half Marathon: Sunday, Novemberember 3
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #14
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Raffle ticket Sellers - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Carry baskets of raffle tickets and direct them on how to buy tickets.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #15
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Raffle Prize Table Attendants - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Monitor the raffle prizes and direct people to buy raffle tickets.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #16
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Start/Finish Line Funnel and Medals - (8:00am - 10:00am): Cheer with arms up at the finish line as participants finish their races. Cheer on the Kiddie K and hand out all medals at awards ceremony.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #17
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Clean-up - (12:00pm- 2:00pm): Help load the truck, with leftover food, waters, registration supplies and course signs. Volunteers will help unload truck at the Valley Village Office.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #1
Please join The ALS Association Golden West Chapter at the 2019 Los Angeles County Walk to Defeat ALS!! This event raises funds for ALS advocacy, ALS research, and care for families living with ALS.
The are looking for outgoing volunteers to come help put on this wonderful event--they have plenty of opportunities, from registration, to the VIP tent, to the children's corner, the walk route, and much more. All volunteers are required to help with set-up.
To volunteer for this event, please follow this link to fill out the online volunteer form: http://webgw.alsa.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=68822&_ga=2.266626510.1366859429.1565286599-1047682575.1562711833
Please email Katey Randall at krandall@alsagoldenwest.org if you have any questions.
To learn more about the Walk visit, LAWalktoDefeatALS.org.
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #2
Please join The ALS Association Golden West Chapter at the 2019 Los Angeles County Walk to Defeat ALS!! This event raises funds for ALS advocacy, ALS research, and care for families living with ALS.
The are looking for outgoing volunteers to come help put on this wonderful event--they have plenty of opportunities, from registration, to the VIP tent, to the children's corner, the walk route, and much more. All volunteers are required to help with set-up and breakdown.
To volunteer for this event, please follow this link to fill out the online volunteer form: http://webgw.alsa.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=68822&_ga=2.266626510.1366859429.1565286599-1047682575.1562711833
Please email Katey Randall at krandall@alsagoldenwest.org if you have any questions.
To learn more about the Walk visit, LAWalktoDefeatALS.org.
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #3
Please join The ALS Association Golden West Chapter at the 2019 Los Angeles County Walk to Defeat ALS!! This event raises funds for ALS advocacy, ALS research, and care for families living with ALS.
The are looking for outgoing volunteers to come help put on this wonderful event--they have plenty of opportunities, from registration, to the VIP tent, to the children's corner, the walk route, and much more. All volunteers are required to help with breakdown.
To volunteer for this event, please follow this link to fill out the online volunteer form: http://webgw.alsa.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=68822&_ga=2.266626510.1366859429.1565286599-1047682575.1562711833
Please email Katey Randall at krandall@alsagoldenwest.org if you have any questions.
To learn more about the Walk visit, LAWalktoDefeatALS.org.
Lend Your Photography Skills at the 2019 LA Walk to Defeat ALS
The ALS Association Golden West Chapter is looking for volunteer photographers who can capture all the fun moments at their Los Angeles County Walk to Defeat ALS. Volunteer photographers will be taking pictures of participants throughout the day and along the one mile Walk route surrounding Exposition Park. Volunteers must have their own camera, and will need to send the photos via DropBox/Google Drive after the event. Participants will be on site from approximately 9 AM to 1 pm. Photographers should plan to volunteer for the full day.
This event raises funds for ALS advocacy, ALS research, and care for families living with ALS. So if you're looking for a way to give back to your community, and love photography, this is the place for you!
Please contact Katey at krandall@alsagoldenwest.org or (818) 865-8067x222 if you are interested in volunteering for this event.
Help Out as a Dog Adoption Counselor/Event Volunteer with LHASA Happy Homes Rescue
Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue is a non profit organization that specializes in rescuing Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and other small breed dogs. They are looking for people who would like to volunteer at their adoption events, held every Sunday in front of Rover Kennels in Santa Monica. They need Adoption Counselors, who talk to and screen potential adopters, as well as general volunteers who can come to adoptions, help them set up, tear down, walk and play with the dogs during the day 11am-2:30pm. You do not need prior experience, although dog experience is helpful! They will teach you what you need to know! Volunteers must be at least 18. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please complete the online volunteer application at www.lhasahappyhomes.org !
Volunteer and Help Awareness at the Liver Life Walk 2019
Liver Life Walk is the American Liver Foundation's annual walk to raise awareness and funds to promote liver health and to provide scientific research funds with the ultimate goal of eradicating liver disease. Since its inception, the American Liver Foundation has contributed over $25 million to its mission and to the support of the liver patients. This is a fun-filled day for everyone in the family. As a non-profit organization the American Liver Foundation relies on the support of volunteers to keep moving forward in the fight against liver disease. Please join as volunteers are needed for a variety of options. To receive more information on becoming a Liver Life Walk Volunteer contact Alise Jackson at ajackson@liverfoundation.org or 212-668-1000 ext. 1143.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #3
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Assist in a Weekly Farmers Market with ONEgeneration
Support the farmers and staff at the market. Positions include assisting with sales, greeting at the front gate, helping with children’s activities and assisting small business. Sunday morning from 7:00am – 1:00 pm. Minimum age 14 with adult present. This event is a walk in position so you can come any Sunday that you are available from 7am to 1pm, no partial shifts. When volunteers sign out at 1pm they will receive a completion letter for their hours if needed. If you have questions about this weekly volunteer event please email volunteer@onegeneration.org they hope to see you soon at the Encino Farmers Market! 100% of the proceeds from all ONEgeneration booths and entrance gates support the programs they offer the community.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #19
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Release a Butterfly for The Emily Shane Foundation
The skies will be filled with the magic of hundreds of butterflies as the Emily Shane Foundation holds its fourth annual butterfly release. Sponsor one or more butterflies as a way for you to help students in need succeed and as a thank you to a mentor or someone who helped make a difference in your life.Butterfly Magic appeals to all ages and is an opportunity to support our SEA (Successful Educational Achievement) Program’s mission of providing academic mentoring/tutoring to disadvantaged failing/struggling students in the mainstream, middle school classroom. We only serve those who have no recourse and could not otherwise afford the necessary support we provide. We invite guests to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the event and marvel at Alumni Park's spectacular ocean views and scenery. For more info please visit: http://emilyshane.org/home
Help Out at the Day of the Dead Festival at MOLAA
The Museum of Latin American Art is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help during the day of the Dead Festival on Novemberember 3rd, 2019. The free festival is one of the biggest and most popular festivals at the museum gathering nearly 4 thousand guests each year! Be part of a vibrant celebration of life and loved ones, and learn more about this cultural tradition through art workshops, live performances, gallery tours, and an interactive community altar, face painting, food, and unique artisan vendors.
MOLAA Greeters welcome guests enthusiastically and provide directions to proper event areas.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided for volunteers,
Help Out at the SFVMC Grand Finale Concert
The San Fernando Valley Master Chorale is looking for volunteers to help with their front of house operations for our upcoming concert, Grand Finale, taking place at First Presbyterian Church of Encino on Saturday and Sunday, Novemberember 2 & 3, 2019. Responsibilities include ticketing, passing out of programs, special guest check-ins, concessions, ushering, and monitoring our social media booth. Please enquire about a position you are interested in for time commitments and a detailed description! Volunteers must be at least 17.
Imagine Awards: A Non-Gala Gala
A PARTY 30 YEARS IN THE MAKINGJoin Inner-City Arts as they celebrate three Decemberades of empowering young people through creativity and art. At this special day, your support makes it possible for them to invite the students and families whose lives have been transformed by their mission.
Continuing the Inner-City Arts' tradition of hosting the most interactive non-gala gala around, this year they're gathering on the Inner-City Arts campus for the first time! You're in for a treat:
GOURMET BRUNCH FAVORITES
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
INTERACTIVE ART MAKING
MUSIC TO MAKE YOUR MORNING
ORIGINAL ARTWORK FOR AUCTION
30 VISIONS EXHIBIT
Encourage Elderly at Santa Monica Convalescent Center
Love and encourage the elderly residents in the dementia ward of the Santa Monica Convalescent Center. Volunteers will join activities like singing hymns together, playing bingo and doing arts and crafts.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #1
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Volunteer Tent monitor/Volunteer Check-In - (6:00am-2:00pm): Responsible for staying at the tent for the entire event to keep an eye on other volunteer personal items, answer questions to volunteers and keep VV staff informed on any issues
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #2
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Food & Coffee Station - (6:00am-2:00pm): Set up food, coffee, cups, napkins, and other snack supplies. Monitor it during the event.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #3
Responsibilities include answering questions from visitors (mostly about where the bathroom is and where the trail goes), selling items from the gift shop, answering phone calls and showing visitors around the nature center One-on-one training is provided. Additional opportunities, including leading natue walks, are available for volunteers who complete Docent Training (requires successful completion of the 10 week Docent Training Class, typically offered in the spring). Volunteer shifts are either 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sundays or 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Some weekday shifts may be available. Volunteers must be at least 18 and commit to a minimum of 4 hours/month.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #4
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org. Parking - (6:00am-12:00pm): Wear safety vests and help direct traffic in the parking lot. If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #5
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Registration - (6:00am-8:30am): Check runners in and give them their bib numbers.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #6
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Set Up, T-shirt table and Sunblock station - (6:00am-8:30am): Make sure the t-shirts are organized in the bins, by size and people take one. Set up bulk sunblock dispensers at table and have wipes handy.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #7
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Water Stations - (6:00am-11:00am): Set up water station on a folding table, along the race course, hand out water bottles or cups of water to race participants and fold up table and load up waters into truck after the race ends.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #8
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Crossings - (6:00am-11:00am): In safety vests use stop signs to keep traffic away from participants when crossing the street.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #9
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Cheer Squad - (7:00am - 11:00am): Take signs made by Valley Village clients, spread them along the route and cheer participants on with pom poms as they pass by.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #10
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Family Festival Booth Staffing - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Monitor the Family Festival and see if any Vendors need anything. 2 volunteers will set up and greet people from the Valley Village Table.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #11
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Floater Volunteers - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Move around different stations as additional help where needed.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #12
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
Family Festival Face Painting - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Provide face painting during the Family Festival.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Help Out at the Village Run/Walk Event Shift #13
Novemberember 3, 2019 is the date for the next Village Run/Walk. They're looking forward to a brisk 5k and 10k at Lake Balboa in Van Nuys. You can sign up for specific shifts in your email to the Volunteer Coordinator, Jennifer Haake at jennifer@vvc.org.
First Aid Booth - (7:00am - 12:00pm): Administer first aid and hand out water as needed.
If you want to take two shifts that don't overlap, feel free to say so in your response. Contact Jennifer Haake, Development & volunteer Coordinator at Valley Village if you are interested at (818) 587-9450, ext. 131 or jennifer@vvc.org.
Lend a Hand at Big Sunday’s MA@2 Event #1
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Each Monday afternoon at 2 pm, we host a different, fun, hands-on service project at Big Sunday headquarters called MA@2 (Monday Afternoons at 2). It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as we Decemberorate cookies for Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood! For more info or to RSVP, please email Pablo at pablo@bigsunday.org or visit https://bigsunday.org/get-involved/ma2/ for more info.
Serve a Warm Meal to People Experiencing Homelessness in Skid Row
Share A Meal is a community of people who join hands to serve freshly made meals and last year they have donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles. Every Monday night, Share a Meal rolls and passes out 150 burritos with the help of their mobile food truck to pass out to people experiencing homelessness. They strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our LA community. Volunteers meet at the corner of 3rd St. & San Pedro at 6:30pm (Look for the bright orange food truck!) Service will conclude around 9:45 pm. Please wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. To volunteer please sign up here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fAeiFEAS
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #1
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #2
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve Breakfast to the Homeless with St. Francis Center
Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work for their guests experiencing homelessness. Since 1972, St. Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, they offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, they dedicate every day to Serving Hope in their community. This Breakfast program is part of their Homeless Well-Being Program. Their homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join them for breakfast Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am and Mondays from 7:15 - 8:15 AM! Volunteers will help staff with set-up for serve, and clean-up after breakfast. Breakfast service tasks include serving coffee, working in the kitchen, cleaning tables, resetting tables, and offering a smile. Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NFq6bGhCNiLwqZ58WlWfeRvuVHYFiwqT/view Click here to sign up: https://www.stfranciscenterla.org/volunteers/
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #4
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Celebrate and Support ETTA at their Annual Iranian Gala
ETTA provides programs and services that enable people with disabilities to live fully enriched, independent and active lives. And our friends from ETTA help us at many Big Sunday projects. Help us help them and join ETTA in celebrating at their Friends of Etta Iranian American Division Gala. The event reception kicks off at 6 pm with dinner and program to follow. Proceeds benefit ETTA’s programs and services. For ticket and sponsorship information, please visit www.ettagala.org or email info@etta.org. Reserve your tickets today for the ETTA Iranian-American Division Gala -- November 6. For tickets, sponsorships and tribute book information visit: www.etta.org/iraniangala
Help Out at Big Sunday’s 2W@10 Event #1
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! We host a special service event every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month where we help a different local nonprofits and schools. Each month we help create a safe and fun environment for volunteers with developmental and/or physical challenges so they can socialize and give back to others in need. (This is where you come in!) We need extra volunteers to come and hang out with these volunteers and assist them with the project. Join us as we Pack Self-Care Spa Kits filled with goodies for Alcoholism Center for Women! All ages are welcome, but volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. For more info or to RSVP, please email Tamara at tamara@bigsunday.org or visit https://bigsunday.org/get-involved/2w10-2/ for more info.
Help Out at the Medal of Valor 2019 Awards Ceremony
The Medal of Valor Awards Ceremony celebrates the members of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) who have demonstrated bravery at great personal risk to their own lives whether on- or off-duty within the past year. This annual event allows the amazing stories to be shared while raising money to support various needs that the department has.
The LA Fire Department Foundation organization works year-round to support them as efficiently as possible. As a small team of five, they rely on the community to helps them support the heroic men and women of the LAFD who do so much to support us. On Novemberember 6th, they need your help in ensuring a successful event to properly honor the awardees. Volunteers must be at least 18.
They need help on various areas including: registration, silent auction, and ushers for directions.
If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering for this heartwarming event, please contact them.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 10:30 am and 1:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 5:30 pm and 8:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Pitch in at Big Sunday’s TM@10 Event #1
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Join us for TM@10 at Big Sunday headquarters where we will host a different service project each week that benefits a worthy cause! Enjoy good food, good company and good deeds; everyone is welcome. It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as we Make Soup in a Jar and Blanket for B.A.R.E Truth Inc.! For more info or to sign up, please email Alan at alan@bigsunday.org or visit http://bigsunday.org/get-involved/tm10/ for more info.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #5
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
11th Annual Honoring Those Who Served Benefit Dinner for the Veterans’ Families at U.S.VETS – Inglewood
Come out and join us for a night of glitz and glamour while supporting our local veterans!With many levels of sponsorship, there is a level of support for everyone. Click here for tickets: https://www.usvetsinc.org/information-center/calendar/events/11th-annual-honoring-those-who-served-benefit-dinner/
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #6
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Dance the Night Away with BCR “a place to grow”
BCR “a place to grow” is a nonprofit organization that offers day programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Its mission is to enable its participants to develop their abilities so they may become independent and contributing members of the community. Come dance and make new friends at their Dance the Night Away with the theme Harvest Moon. Volunteers for this project must be at least 16 years of age, be comfortable socializing and dancing with special needs populations, and bring an outgoing attitude and be ready to have a ton of fun! Volunteers also assist with set-up and serving drinks and food. Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring the Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors form found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.
Give Hope this Season with St. Joseph Center
St. Joseph Center's motto is “Hope Through Empowerment.” They believe it is important to give their families the freedom to shop for themselves, and to ensure individuals are included in the spirit of the season. In line with this philosophy, their Share the Season program works to inspire supporters like you to donate a combination of gift cards and physical items for our homeless and low-income neighbors. To sponsor a family or individual this season please Contact Shelly Aydin, Volunteer Relations Manager, at saydin@stjosephctr.org or 310-396-6468 x326
Learn more by visiting https://stjosephctr.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Share-the-Season-Holiday-Packet-Final-2019.pdf.
Volunteers sign ups and commitment cards are due by Friday, November 8.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Raise Awareness and Walk the Purple Carpet for Cystic Fibrosis
Come volunteer for a good cause! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual LA's Finest - Walk the Purple Carpet event at Liason Restaurant + Lounge in West Hollywood on Friday, Novemberember 8th from 5 pm to 11 pm. The Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Foundation honors a select group of men and women from cities or regions across the country that are committed to raising awareness for those living with cystic fibrosis and advocating for a cure. Volunteers are needed for the registration/check-in area and to assist with the silent auction portion at the end of the night. Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring the Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors form found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Please wear business casual and slightly dressier attire. Please be advised parking is a little tricky in this area. A public garage is nearby and street parking may also be available.
Help Revitalize the Zev Yaroslavsky L.A. River Greenway Trail
Volunteers will be helping to revitalize the native plant restoration sites along the Zev Yaroslavsky L.A. River Greenway in Studio City in order to create sustainable habitat for birds and other wildlife and a beautiful space for the local community to enjoy. The Zev Yaroslavsky L.A. River Greenway Trail. Volunteers will be helping both local birds and the local community, and will have a unique opportunity to connect with the land here in Los Angeles. You'll be weeding, watering, mulching, and picking up trash throughout the native plant restoration sites along the Zev Yaroslavsky trail. Gloves and tools will be provided, although volunteers are welcome to bring their own if preferred. Volunteers are working outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Be sure to bring lots of water, sun protection, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Remember to wear closed-toe shoes and dress in layers. There will be light refreshments, but volunteers are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle as well. No previous experience required.Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Please click here to sign up: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBJ8IEAW
Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for their Outdoor Volunteer Day #2
The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all. Join them for their Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve! You will help care for the White Point Native Plant Demonstration Garden by planting native shrubs, removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more! Your efforts will help restore this habitat for wildlife as well as create a beautiful place for the community to enjoy! This event is open to all ages! White Point is located at 1600 W. Paseo del Mar in San Pedro. Enter the free parking lot from the Western Blvd as it turns into Paseo del Mar. They are located at the end of the road on the left-hand side. You will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. Please sign up at: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #7
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Read Aloud to Children with Reading to Kids
Do you like holiday stories? Reading to Kids organizes monthly reading clubs on the second Saturday of every month at eight downtown Los Angeles elementary schools. The reading clubs run from 9 am - 12 pm. Pairs of volunteer readers read aloud to small groups of students from the elementary school (typically between 4 and 6 children per group) in a fun environment. Teachers at the elementary school provide supervision and guidance throughout the morning. Please visit http://www.readingtokids.org where you'll need to register and RSVP. For more information, please feel free to e-mail info@readingtokids.org or call 310-479-7455. For exact locations, please visit http://www.readingtokids.org. Volunteers must be 18 or older. Please Note: Reading to Kids supplies all of the books and craft supplies. Each child receives a book to take home and the books read aloud are donated to the school's library.
Help Out at the Adaptive Sports Festival with the Triumph Foundation
The Triumph Foundation is hosting their 2nd annual Adaptive Sports Festival at Brookside Park in Pasadena, CA on Novemberember 9, 2019. This FREE event will introduce wheelchair sports to people that are newly injured, children, Veterans, and others with disabilities. Come out to enjoy: quad rugby, archery, boxing, handcycling, pickleBall, tennis, beep baseball, boccia, zumba, dance, art, and resource fair. They ask that volunteers commit to at least one 4 hour shift from the available tasks: http://bit.ly/ASFVolunteers2019
Help Our Environment with the Ascot hills Park Green Team
Ascot Hills Park serves a special and distinct community need in the northeast region of the City of Los Angeles. With 120 acres of open space and located in one of the region’s most park-poor neighborhoods, Ascot Hills has the potential to serve as a place of refuge from the noise, congestion, and hurried pace of city life. Ascot Hills Park has two fundamental roles: to provide a place for nature education, appreciation, and habitat restoration and to operate as a center for community activities and recreational uses that are compatible with the natural resource values of the park.
Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Tasks of volunteers mostly include landscape maintenance and planting. In addition, volunteers may help in nursery management, GIS (Geographical Information Systems): hydrology, energy, plant biology and native/drought tolerant plants, and community outreach.
Requirements: Young Adult training (16-24), any age volunteers can request opportunities. Field sites may include hills and steep slopes. Use of tools will require safety personal protective equipment (ppe). * Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form will be emailed and must be presented on volunteer day.
https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Planting-3500-Trees-in-South-LA-509921051.html
NoHo Arts District Beautification Project: Vineland Walkway
The Chamber is looking for volunteers to help beautify the NoHo Arts District by beautifying the Vineland Walkway at its 36th Annual Clean-Up Day. This event gives volunteers a chance to see and be part of the creation of this green walkway in NoHo, allowing them to contribute to the important efforts to create a beautiful space for NoHo visitors & residents to walk along in this unique and special Valley neighborhood.
The walkway begins at Magnolia Blvd. and goes down to Camarillo St. Volunteers will have the opportunity to plant sustainable landscaping, paint & touch-up nearby walls, and pick up trash in the nearby neighborhood.
The event is from 8 a.m. to Noon with a Continental Breakfast and a lunch provided for volunteers.
The event is ideal for students who need community service credit as the Chamber provides 4 hours for the 8 a.m. to Noon shift. Students who stay and help clean up the staging area can earn additional hours for time worked.
This Vineland Walkway project is also ideal for companies who have volunteer teams as it creates team building and fellowship.
Families, neighbors, and friends are invited to join in the clean up as well!
Help Out at the Santa Clarita Heart Walk Shift #1
The American Heart Association is looking for superstar volunteers like you! If you are interested in volunteering for the Santa Clarita Heart Walk, follow this link to register: http://www2.heart.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=6904
You can print the waiver and bring it to the walk. If you are a minor you will need your parents to sign the waiver along with the medical release form. There are 4 available shifts.
Early Set-up and Expo: 5:30 AM to 9:30 AM-Event layout, sponsor banners, prep lunch and assist sponsors and staff, photos, and VIP.
Help Out at the Santa Clarita Heart Walk Shift #2
The American Heart Association is looking for superstar volunteers like you! If you are interested in volunteering for the Santa Clarita Heart Walk, follow this link to register: http://www2.heart.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=6904
You can print the waiver and bring it to the walk. If you are a minor you will need your parents to sign the waiver along with the medical release form. There are 4 available shifts.
Set-up and Expo: 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM-Event layout, sponsor banners, prep lunch and assist sponsors and AHA staff, team photos, and VIP tent
Help Out at the Santa Clarita Heart Walk Shift #3
The American Heart Association is looking for superstar volunteers like you! If you are interested in volunteering for the Santa Clarita Heart Walk, follow this link to register: http://www2.heart.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=6904
You can print the waiver and bring it to the walk. If you are a minor you will need your parents to sign the waiver along with the medical release form. There are 4 available shifts.
Route/Water Stop: 9:00 AM to 12:30 pm- Setup and breakdown of water shop booths and cheer on walkers
Help Out at the Santa Clarita Heart Walk Shift #4
The American Heart Association is looking for superstar volunteers like you! If you are interested in volunteering for the Santa Clarita Heart Walk, follow this link to register: http://www2.heart.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=6904
You can print the waiver and bring it to the walk. If you are a minor you will need your parents to sign the waiver along with the medical release form. There are 4 available shifts.
Event/Clean Up: 11:00 AM to 12:30 pm- VIP tent, distribute lunch, festival tents, assist sponsors and AHA staff where needed. Event breakdown.
Help Out at the Rise Up Against Addiction 5K
Shatterproof Rise Up Against Addiction 5K Walk/Run is a national movement. Families, friends, coworkers, and neighbors walk or run 5 kilometers to bring the disease of addiction into the light. Whether you've had a substance use disorder or have watched someone you care about struggle with this disease, join them to show that no one should ever suffer alone. Unite with other walkers and runners, supporting those who have lost a loved one to addiction and celebrating those who are living in recovery today. Every dollar raised brings Shatterproof one step closer to ending the devastation of addiction in America.
Together, you can reduce the secrecy and remove the shame. Together, you can walk into the light and change the conversation about addiction.
Help Out at the Light the Night Walk
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. Since its founding in 1949, the Society has invested more than $424 million in research specifically targeting leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's LIGHT THE NIGHT Walk is an annual celebration and commemoration of lives touched by cancer. The walk is held in communities across the continent. Participants raise funds for cancer research and services that prolong and enhance the lives of people battling cancer. Volunteering at the Light The Night Walk, is a fun and memorable evening walk that raises money for blood cancer research and patient services. This year, in the fall, these teams and their communities Light The Night at walks where people gather together to celebrate, honor and remember those touched by cancer. They need help for the Set-Up shift: 11:00 am -3:00 pm.Volunteers must be at least 18.
To sign-up to volunteer, https://www.volunteerlls.org
If you have any questions, email Holly.Lowzik@LLS.org or call (310) 846-4711.
You can also visit their website! http://www.lightthenight.org/calso
Event Details:
Registration Time: 4:30pm
Start & End Time: Dusk-11:00pm
Parking: Street parking
Rain or shine
Walk in distance: 1 mile
Dogs are not allowed
Wheelchairs, Strollers are allowed
Be a Kid Zone Volunteer at the Light the Night Walk
At Light the Night, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society aims to bring light to the darkness of cancer through research and cures. Light The Night is a series of fundraising campaigns benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) funding of research to find blood cancer cures. They bring hope instead of despair by working to ensure access to treatments for all blood cancer patients. They bring communities together to celebrate those who are fighting the disease and to honor those who have been lost.
Reporting to Eric Larner, Volunteer Coordinator, the purpose of this role is to assist with the Kid Zone operation during Light the Night for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) California Southland Chapter. Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks in the kid zone including setting up activities, assisting parents and children during the activities, and monitoring supplies and refreshments. The outcomes of this role serve our mission work during one of LLS’s largest community events. Tasks for the evening may include:
Assist in the setup of the LTN Kid Zone Area including setting up face painting stations, poster stations or other activity stations including interacting with vendors who provide supplies for the Kid Zone
Assist families at the poster station
Do face painting for kids who visit the kid zone
Help kids in and out of the bouncy house
Help keep event supplies and activities organized in the Kid Zone area
Hand out refreshments to kids and families visiting the Kid Zone
Qualifications:
Experience working with children
Exceptional customer service skills
Outgoing, engaging, friendly personality
Effective communication skills
Location: Century Park at the Century Plaza Towers, 2049 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA
Time Commitment: 3 to 4 hours
https://www.volunteerlls.org
Volunteer as a Videographer for the Light the Night Walk
At Light The Night, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society aims to bring light to the darkness of cancer through research and cures. Light The Night is a series of fundraising campaigns benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) funding of research to find blood cancer cures. They bring hope instead of despair by working to ensure access to treatments for all blood cancer patients. They bring communities together to celebrate those who are fighting the disease and to honor those who have been lost.The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is in need of a team of videographers to cover 5 hours for each of their two evening walks. They are also requesting post production, editing, color correction, sound mixing and graphics included in the final product.
Please contact Holly Lowzik @ 310-486-4711 or Holly.Lowzik@lls.org for more details and to share previous work.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/results/opp_detail.jsp?oppid=3118551
Help Out at Adoption Events with Ruff Patches #2
Volunteers would assist at Ruff Patches adoptions events, held each Saturday from 12:30 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11:30 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes"and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. Ruff Patches also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to their adoption locations. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and commit to 6 hours per week (or however much you can do!)
Celebrate the Season by Protecting the Planet, #1!
Want to help the community and your local environment, and have fun doing it? At this event, participants have the opportunity to help restore and maintain the Bolsa Chica Wetlands! Participants will help this local treasure with invasive plant removal, debris disposal, and/or native plant installation.Please come in closed-toe shoes, as you will be working in off-road terrain! Come prepared with sun protection with a water bottle, sun glasses, sun screen, and/or a hat! They recommend arriving 10 - 15 minutes early to secure parking. To that end, they also encourage carpooling whenever possible! If you have any questions, please contact them via phone at (714) 846-1114 or via e-mail at kenny@bolsachica.org.To RSVP please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-volunteer-service-day-with-the-bolsa-chica-conservancy-tickets-38879022202
Support the AIDS Walk Long Beach
Since its founding in the 1990s, AIDS Walk Long Beach has raised millions of dollars to support those most vulnerable and most in need served by Long Beach-based organizations. AIDS Walk Long Beach exists because there are many organizations in our community who benefit from community support to serve those impacted by HIV. Volunteers are the backbone of events like AIDS Walk Long Beach, providing the much needed encouragement to walkers in the morning, staffing rest stops along the route and passing out water or helping stage the finish line event at the Long Beach Museum of Art. Your energy and support are what makes this event possible. For more information to volunteers and/or sponsor please go to: https://www.centerlb.org/aidswalklb/
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #8
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Assist in a Weekly Farmers Market with ONEgeneration
Support the farmers and staff at the market. Positions include assisting with sales, greeting at the front gate, helping with children’s activities and assisting small business. Sunday morning from 7:00am – 1:00 pm. Minimum age 14 with adult present. This event is a walk in position so you can come any Sunday that you are available from 7am to 1pm, no partial shifts. When volunteers sign out at 1pm they will receive a completion letter for their hours if needed. If you have questions about this weekly volunteer event please email volunteer@onegeneration.org they hope to see you soon at the Encino Farmers Market! 100% of the proceeds from all ONEgeneration booths and entrance gates support the programs they offer the community.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #20
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Help Out at the 7th Annual TLHOA Turkey Trot
Volunteers will have responsibilities such as parking direction, water stations, food & beverage tables, course direction, cheer stations, and event day registration. As an A5 Events volunteer you will be fed and hydrated. Volunteers are welcome to show up on the day of the event.
29th Annual Hunger Walk
Westside Food Bank provides food for over 108,000 people in West Los Angeles County every year. Help them raise funds and awareness as they walk together to end hunger. Participation in the Hunger Walk is free, though registration is required. Join as an individual walker or as part of a team! Once you've registered, look for a "Claim Your Fundraising Page" email that contains the link to access your fundraising page dashboard.Children of all ages, including those in strollers, are welcome at the Hunger Walk! Dogs are also welcome at the Hunger Walk, as long as they are on-leash.
12:00pm: Check-In and Late Registration opens
1:00pm: Live Entertainment, Family Fun Zone, Raffle &
Awards Ceremony
2:00pm: 5K walk begins along the beautiful beach path
3:30pm: Beach Bash After-Party ($25 ticket purchase required for entry)
https://my.wsfb.org/event/29th-annual-5k-hunger-walk/e228603
Help Out as a Dog Adoption Counselor/Event Volunteer with LHASA Happy Homes Rescue
Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue is a non profit organization that specializes in rescuing Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and other small breed dogs. They are looking for people who would like to volunteer at their adoption events, held every Sunday in front of Rover Kennels in Santa Monica. They need Adoption Counselors, who talk to and screen potential adopters, as well as general volunteers who can come to adoptions, help them set up, tear down, walk and play with the dogs during the day 11am-2:30pm. You do not need prior experience, although dog experience is helpful! They will teach you what you need to know! Volunteers must be at least 18. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please complete the online volunteer application at www.lhasahappyhomes.org !
Serve a Warm Meal to People Experiencing Homelessness in Skid Row
Share A Meal is a community of people who join hands to serve freshly made meals and last year they have donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles. Every Monday night, Share a Meal rolls and passes out 150 burritos with the help of their mobile food truck to pass out to people experiencing homelessness. They strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our LA community. Volunteers meet at the corner of 3rd St. & San Pedro at 6:30pm (Look for the bright orange food truck!) Service will conclude around 9:45 pm. Please wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. To volunteer please sign up here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fAeiFEAS
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Serve Breakfast to the Homeless with St. Francis Center
Serve Breakfast to the HomelessSince 1972, St. Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, they offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, they dedicate every day to Serving Hope in their community
Event Description: This Breakfast program is part of their Homeless Well-Being Program. Their homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join them for breakfast Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am and Mondays from 7:15 - 8:15 AM! They serve between 200 and 300 men and women each day. Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work for their guests experiencing homelessness.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities: Volunteers will help staff with set-up for serve, and clean-up after breakfast. Breakfast service tasks include serving coffee, working in the kitchen, cleaning tables, resetting tables, and offering a smile.
Requirements: Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Age Restrictions: They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NFq6bGhCNiLwqZ58WlWfeRvuVHYFiwqT/view
Click here to sign up: https://www.stfranciscenterla.org/volunteers/
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #3
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #4
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #9
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Bring Christmas Cheer by Becoming a Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringer
Salvation Army needs your help to ring in the Christmas season as a Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell ringer! The Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing Program is a tradition which provides you the opportunity to meet the public and support The Salvation Army in a unique way. They need individual volunteers, but also consider bringing your family, your co-workers, friends from school, or members of your church. Man the kettle, ring the familiar bell, and wish shoppers a joyous holiday season. The Red Kettle Campaign is one of the primary fundraising efforts of The Salvation Army. By volunteering to be a Bell-Ringer you are helping to raise the much needed funds to support The Salvation Army services and programs throughout the year. Please volunteer now! Link: https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx?ID=2512. Good Fit For: Adults, Teens, Seniors, Families, Groups Restrictions: Children under 18 years of age will need an adult present. Questions? Contact Michelle Yang at (562) 264-3681.
https://www.salvationarmy-socal.org/southern-california/Volunteer
Help Run the AFI Fest 2019 by Audi
AFI FEST 2019 presented by Audi, the preeminent film festival in Los Angeles, is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with the entirety of the festival Novemberember 14th-21st. Volunteer opportunities include assisting with Box Office, Theater Operations, Social Media, Special Events, Photography, and more! You’ll also become a part of our widespread and diverse community! Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 10:30 am and 1:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 5:30 pm and 8:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Pitch in at Big Sunday’s TM@10 Event #2
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Join us for TM@10 at Big Sunday headquarters where we will host a different service project each week that benefits a worthy cause! Enjoy good food, good company and good deeds; everyone is welcome. It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as we Pack Dancers’ Kits for Fostering Dreams Project! For more info or to sign up, please email Alan at alan@bigsunday.org or visit http://bigsunday.org/get-involved/tm10/ for more info.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #10
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Join The Ovarian Cancer Circle’s Charitable Luncheon
Consider joining The Ovarian Cancer for their 8th Annual Ruth's Chris Steak House Charitable Luncheon Tickets are $90.00 (includes raffle ticket) RSVP by Friday, Novemberember 8, 2019 Purchase Tickets: online: theovariancancercircle.org email: events@theovariancancercircle.org NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH LINK: https://www.theovariancancercircle.org/events/
AFI Fest 2019 Presented by Audi
This year’s festival will open with the World Premiere Gala screening of QUEEN & SLIM on Thursday, Novemberember 14 and will close on Thursday, Novemberember 21 with the World Premiere of THE BANKER. AFI FEST 2019 presented by Audi showcases the best films from across the globe to captivated audiences in Los Angeles.
AFI FEST is a great opportunity for Angelenos to enjoy the best films of the year and star-studded panels in iconic Hollywood landmarks such as the TCL Chinese Theatre and The Hollywood Roosevelt. Those who are interested can visit the website beginning to purchase tickets: https://fest.afi.com/tickets/#elevent. If the film you want to see is sold out, you can enter the standby line, which will begin forming approximately one hour prior to the start of the screening. Patrons must be in their seats at least 15 minutes before the scheduled screening start time, otherwise admission cannot be guaranteed. Please arrive early, and be sure to allow extra time for traffic and parking. For customer service inquiries, call 866.AFI.FEST. Individual tickets are not available by phone.
Restore Native Habitat with Audubon at Debs Park
Join the Audubon Center at Debs Park's nursery to cultivate native vegetation and recreate a natural, sustainable park-scape. The Audubon Center at Debs Park's mission is to inspire people to experience, understand and care for the local natural world with nature-based education and community programs.Be sure to bring lots of water, sun protection, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty! Remember to wear closed-toe shoes and dress in layers. Age Requirement: Must be 55+ Please click here to sign up: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C1N00000cl93AUAQ
Volunteer with LGBTQ Center of Long Beach this Holiday Season #2
The LGBTQ Center Long Beach advances equity for LGBTQ people through culturally responsive advocacy, education, programs, and services. They envision fully affirming communities where all LGBTQ people live in health, wellness, safety and prosperity. Attend their Volunteer Informational to learn about The Center’s mission, programs, and services, available volunteer positions and the roles, responsibilities and expectations for each position, minimum volunteer requirements, steps for completing an application, and moving forward in the volunteer selection process. To learn more and register please go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-informational-11012019-tickets-75962394567?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #11
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Join Child Care Resource Center for their 5th Annual Victor Valley Play Day
Since 1976, the Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) has been working to support the community in all matters related to early childhood education and care. On Saturday, Novemberember 16 there will be over 40 vendors from the local community helping creating a great day filled with community resources, fun activities, an obstacle course, including a reptile exhibit! They are looking for volunteers to help them with set up, face and hair painting, to pass out fruits and vegetables, and more. Your energy and dedication helps make these events a success! If you want to be part of one of the largest event in the Victor Valley, please contact Communications@ccrcca.org or call 866-67-4KIDS. To RSVP please register at: https://ccrc.to/vvpd
Come Get Your Hands Dirty at Community Garden Days
Want to feel inspired and reconnect with nature? Come get your hands dirty at their next Community Garden Day at 24th Street Elementary School! On these days, they do the important work of keeping their gardens edible and beautiful. With your new garden friends, you'll help beautify their garden by weeding, mulching, planting, and watering. Each Community Garden Day features special activities from interactive cooking demos to educational garden projects. No gardening experience necessary! A light lunch will be served. Please wear closed toe shoes, comfy clothes that are school appropriate. Make sure to bring sunscreen, water, and a hat. The school is located at 2055 W 24th St, Los Angeles, CA 90018 (there are multiple schools on W. 24th St. but they're the one furthest to the East, so closest to Western Ave.) Their garden is all the way in the back of this large campus, behind school buildings, and not visible from the parking lot gate. To sign up please email them at: join-us@gardenschoolfoundation.org for more information about volunteering.
Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for their Outdoor Volunteer Day #3
The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all." Please join them for their Outdoor Volunteer Day from 9am to 12pm at Abalone Cove Reserve! Volunteers will be working to remove invasive weeds which degrade important wildlife habitat and will be replacing them with native, drought tolerant plants! You will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. A reusable water bottle is recommended. To sign up, please visit: www.pvplc.volunteerhub.com
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #12
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Volunteer at “Community At Large” Event with Valley Village
On Saturday, Novemberember 16, 2019, Valley Village will be proudly hosting "Community At Large," a special day for people with intellectual and developmental challenges to come together to celebrate the community with a day of exploration and fun. This year, they will be holding "Community At Large" at the California Science Center. RSVP to Jennifer Haake, Development & Volunteer Coordinator for Valley Village at (818)587-9450, ext. 131 or by email at jennifer@vvc.org, by Novemberember 13th to volunteer for this event. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Valley Village will be needing volunteers to help clients and staff navigate the museum, complete a scavenger hunt, and participate in outdoor games so they don't overcrowd any one area. Other volunteer jobs will include handing out snacks and waters as it might get hot during the event. Volunteers will need to arrive by 11:45 am and meet at the IMAX theatre in front of the California Science Center entrance where Valley Village will check everyone in and assign groups to explore the museum with.
Most importantly, they hope that you have a blast exploring the museum with the clients and different agencies attending this fun-filled event.
Parking is available but costs $12. If you volunteer far enough in advance, Valley Village can arrange for you to travel with one of the group houses by van from their office in Winnetka to the museum and back. Another option is to take the Metro Expo Line, which stops across the street from the Expo Park/USC Station.
Help Plant Trees in Long Beach
Volunteers of all ages are welcome at this event to help plant and water up to 100 new street trees in the neighborhood . No experience is needed, they will train you. Please wear closed toe shoes. Bring a hat and sunglasses and sunscreen if you would like as this is an outdoor event.
Thank you for helping to create an urban forest!
Help Set Up the Our House Grief Support Center Gala Event
OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is excited to host their annual House of Hope Gala on Novemberember 16, 2019 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.
They are looking for volunteers to help that afternoon/evening in all aspects of the event. From set-up of our silent auction and event space, to parking, check-in and auction check-out, they need your help! Volunteers must be at least 18.
Help Out at the LA MG Walk
Volunteering for MG Walk is a wonderful way to come together and support the mission of Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA). They have a variety of volunteer jobs to accommodate your skills and interests. They also have opportunities for groups, such as school or church groups, to volunteer at MG Walk. As a volunteer, you can make an impact and be MG STRONG. Volunteers must be at least 14. MG Walk event shifts are usually from 7am-2pm on event day. However, there are some roles that can begin sooner or start later. Contact the event organizer for additional information.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- Welcome, Check-In & Registration
- Site Support
- Route Support
Sign-up to volunteer today at http://mgwalk2019.blueskysweet.com/volunteer.asp.
To learn more about MGFA, visit www.myasthenia.org.
Help Out at Adoption Events with Ruff Patches #3
Volunteers would assist at Ruff Patches adoptions events, held each Saturday from 12:30 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11:30 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes"and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. Ruff Patches also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to their adoption locations. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and commit to 6 hours per week (or however much you can do!)
Help Out at Pet Adoption Events with From Cloud to Ground Animal Rescue
Volunteers assist at From Cloud to Ground Animal Rescue's adoption events, held every Saturday except the second one of the month from 12 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes" and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. They also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to our adoption locations.
All volunteers must be at least 11 years of age, and if under 18 MUST have parents permission.
Please follow the link to the Volunteer Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebtouph4pLJHDfsVyATaV2nyAo0byHYCs36X1XNNY2TpfLQw/viewform?c=0&w=1
Support LGBTQ Youth at The Trevor Project’s Bi-Annual Gala
The Trevor Project provides lifesaving and life-affirming services to LGBTQ youth. TrevorLIVE is The Trevor Project’s premier bi-annual galas, which celebrates The Trevor Project and their mission to end LGBTQ youth suicide. This Gala bring together celebrities, corporate partners, and allies for a moving night to support LGBTQ youth in crisis. Show your support TrevorLIVE as they celebrate 21 years of life-saving work. With your help, they can continue to provide 24/7 support to LGBTQ youth around the country. To get tickets, sponsor, or donate, please go to: https://give.thetrevorproject.org/event/trevorlive-los-angeles-2019/e222028
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #13
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Help Out at the Team for Cures 5K with the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation's Team for Cures 5k Walk/Run is coming to Los Angeles, and they need volunteers!
They'll be at Griffith Park on Sunday, Novemberember 17, and need your help in making this year’s event a great day for our patients as well as their friends and family members!
Volunteers help with:
Welcome/Registration
Course monitoring
Water stations
T-shirt distribution
Participant Breakfast
...and more!
All volunteers will receive a free t-shirt on the day of the race!
Groups welcome!
To register, please visit: https://walkrun.themmrf.org/los-angeles19/Static/Volunteer
Contact volunteers@themmrf.org with questions or for more information.
Assist in a Weekly Farmers Market with ONEgeneration
Support the farmers and staff at the market. Positions include assisting with sales, greeting at the front gate, helping with children’s activities and assisting small business. Sunday morning from 7:00am – 1:00 pm. Minimum age 14 with adult present. This event is a walk in position so you can come any Sunday that you are available from 7am to 1pm, no partial shifts. When volunteers sign out at 1pm they will receive a completion letter for their hours if needed. If you have questions about this weekly volunteer event please email volunteer@onegeneration.org they hope to see you soon at the Encino Farmers Market! 100% of the proceeds from all ONEgeneration booths and entrance gates support the programs they offer the community.
Help Assemble Care Packages with Operation Gratitude
At any given time, the Operation Gratitude facility is filled with millions of items donated by Americans from across the country. Once a month or more, they call on hundreds of eager and spirited Volunteers in the Southern California area to help them assemble these items to create the Operation Gratitude Care Packages. They have tasks appropriate for all levels of ability. Please visit https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks/assembly-day/ for more info and to sign up.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #21
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Help Out at the Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency Shift #1
Lend a hand to support the Immune Deficiency Foundation’s (IDF) Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency!! This annual event raises awareness and funds to support people with primary immunodeficiency (PI) diseases. IDF is a national organization committed to serving individuals with primary immunodeficiency and their families. Join them on Sunday, Novemberember 17, 2019 for their signature fundraising event at Victory Park. They are looking for event day volunteers, 15 years or older to assist in a variety of different areas, such as: registration, route support, set-up, clean-up, and much more! This is the perfect volunteer opportunity for families and groups! They have a variety of shifts to fit your busy schedule. Contact them today to sign up for the available shifts! Please note that anyone 18 or older should complete their own separate volunteer sign-up registration.
Here is how to sign up:
1) Paste this link https://signup.com/go/zZpPNvP
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy
If you have questions please email: walk@primaryimmune.org
ATTENTION! PLEASE READ IF YOU ARE A GROUP LEADER.
If you are a group leader with (5) or more volunteers, you must complete the Group Registration form instead of the online sign-up sheet. They can accommodate small groups of 5-10 people. If you have any questions or if you need a Group Registration form, please contact Terry Scott at tscott@primaryimmune.org.
Help Out at the Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency Shift #2
Lend a hand to support the Immune Deficiency Foundation’s (IDF) Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency!! This annual event raises awareness and funds to support people with primary immunodeficiency (PI) diseases. IDF is a national organization committed to serving individuals with primary immunodeficiency and their families. Join them on Sunday, Novemberember 17, 2019 for their signature fundraising event at Victory Park. They are looking for event day volunteers, 15 years or older to assist in a variety of different areas, such as: registration, route support, set-up, clean-up, and much more! This is the perfect volunteer opportunity for families and groups! They have a variety of shifts to fit your busy schedule. Contact them today to sign up for the available shifts! Please note that anyone 18 or older should complete their own separate volunteer sign-up registration.
Here is how to sign up:
1) Paste this link https://signup.com/go/zZpPNvP
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy
If you have questions please email: walk@primaryimmune.org
ATTENTION! PLEASE READ IF YOU ARE A GROUP LEADER.
If you are a group leader with (5) or more volunteers, you must complete the Group Registration form instead of the online sign-up sheet. They can accommodate small groups of 5-10 people. If you have any questions or if you need a Group Registration form, please contact Terry Scott at tscott@primaryimmune.org.
Help Out at the Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency All Day Shift
Lend a hand to support the Immune Deficiency Foundation’s (IDF) Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency!! This annual event raises awareness and funds to support people with primary immunodeficiency (PI) diseases. IDF is a national organization committed to serving individuals with primary immunodeficiency and their families. Join them on Sunday, Novemberember 17, 2019 for their signature fundraising event at Victory Park. They are looking for event day volunteers, 15 years or older to assist in a variety of different areas, such as: registration, route support, set-up, clean-up, and much more! This is the perfect volunteer opportunity for families and groups! They have a variety of shifts to fit your busy schedule. Contact them today to sign up for the available shifts! Please note that anyone 18 or older should complete their own separate volunteer sign-up registration.
Here is how to sign up:
1) Paste this link https://signup.com/go/zZpPNvP
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy
If you have questions please email: walk@primaryimmune.org
ATTENTION! PLEASE READ IF YOU ARE A GROUP LEADER.
If you are a group leader with (5) or more volunteers, you must complete the Group Registration form instead of the online sign-up sheet. They can accommodate small groups of 5-10 people. If you have any questions or if you need a Group Registration form, please contact Terry Scott at tscott@primaryimmune.org.
2019 SRLA 15K Race Crew Shift #1
Race day is coming up and the SRLA 15k is still needs more volunteers. They're on the lookout for people to help with:Parking Direction, Water Stations Along the Course, Food & Beverage Tables, Course Direction & cheer stations, Event Day Registration, Breakdown and Clean-up, and more!
All volunteers are asked to assist with the breakdown and clean-up of the course, start & finish line area and event plaza area.
As an A5 Events volunteer you will be fed and hydrated.
If you have any friends or family that also may be interested in volunteering, please have them sign up through this website or show up with you on the day of the event. You will be assigned a job at the event.
2019 SRLA 15K Race Crew Shift #2
Race day is coming up and the SRLA 15k still needs more volunteers. They're on the lookout for people to help with:Parking Direction, Water Stations Along the Course, Food & Beverage Tables, Course Direction & cheer stations, Event Day Registration, Breakdown and Clean-up, and more!
All volunteers are asked to assist with the breakdown and clean-up of the course, start & finish line area and event plaza area.
As an A5 Events volunteer you will be fed and hydrated.
If you have any friends or family that also may be interested in volunteering, please have them sign up through this website or show up with you on the day of the event. You will be assigned a job at the event.
Help Out at the 25th Annual DSA Buddy Walk
Buddy Walks are a national event held across the United States each Fall to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. the Down syndrome Association of LA is looking for volunteers with a great attitude in the Los Angeles! All community members 16 years of age or older are welcome.
Each year, about 100 volunteers just like you help make this event possible by helping with registration and check-in, games booths, cheering squad, set up and break down, guiding traffic and much more.
Positions are great for groups, but individuals and families can help too
Various times and positions available from 6:00 am- 4:00 pm
Shifts are 4 hours but you’re welcome to stay with all day
Volunteers must submit a signed waiver prior to event date
Help Out as a Dog Adoption Counselor/Event Volunteer with LHASA Happy Homes Rescue
Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue is a non profit organization that specializes in rescuing Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and other small breed dogs. They are looking for people who would like to volunteer at their adoption events, held every Sunday in front of Rover Kennels in Santa Monica. They need Adoption Counselors, who talk to and screen potential adopters, as well as general volunteers who can come to adoptions, help them set up, tear down, walk and play with the dogs during the day 11am-2:30pm. You do not need prior experience, although dog experience is helpful! They will teach you what you need to know! Volunteers must be at least 18. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please complete the online volunteer application at www.lhasahappyhomes.org !
Lend a Hand at Big Sunday’s MA@2 Event #2
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Each Monday afternoon at 2 pm, we host a different, fun, hands-on service project at Big Sunday headquarters called MA@2 (Monday Afternoons at 2). It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as we Make Sack Lunch for the youth at Olive Crest! For more info or to RSVP, please email Pablo at pablo@bigsunday.org or visit https://bigsunday.org/get-involved/ma2/ for more info.
Serve a Warm Meal to People Experiencing Homelessness in Skid Row
Share A Meal is a community of people who join hands to serve freshly made meals and last year they have donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles. Every Monday night, Share a Meal rolls and passes out 150 burritos with the help of their mobile food truck to pass out to people experiencing homelessness. They strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our LA community. Volunteers meet at the corner of 3rd St. & San Pedro at 6:30pm (Look for the bright orange food truck!) Service will conclude around 9:45 pm. Please wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. To volunteer please sign up here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fAeiFEAS
Bring the Fun in Fundraise for Miry’s List’s Gratitude Gala
Over 68 million people worldwide have been forced to flee their homes due to violence or persecution. Each Novemberember, Miry's List, a nonprofit organization serving over 350 families who have recently resettled in America, recognizes leaders who have been impactful in making Los Angeles a more welcoming city for immigrants. On Novemberember 18 they have their Gratitude Gala hosted by Jenna Fischer, Honoring Chef Roy Choi, and awards presented by Evan Kleiman. They will serve Syrian-Californian Thanksgiving dinner and recognize leaders who have helped make their city a more welcoming for families resettling as refugees. Miry's List does not need volunteers for this event but they do need volunteers to help them fundraise for this beautiful event. They are looking for: Event sponsors to help them cover the costs of their event, Donations for gift bags for guests, Donation of thank you gifts for speakers and volunteers, Donation of printing services, Donation of audio/visual services, Alcohol sponsors, and Donation of hotel rooms our new arrival guests coming from outside LA for the event. Please email miry@miryslist.org with all donation inquiries.
https://give.miryslist.org/event/2019-mirys-list-gratitude-gala-honoring-roy-choi/e250644
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Support the Saban Community Clinic’s 43rd Annual Dinner Benefit
Here's a great way to help many people enjoy happy holidays and a healthy new year. The Saban Community Clinic is hosting their 43rd Annual Dinner Fundraiser honoring Greg Berlanti and Warren Littlefield. Proceeds benefit the incredible Saban Community Clinic. For more info, please visit https://www.sabancommunityclinic.org/dinnergala/or contact Audrey Rufe at 323-330-1653 arufe@sabancommunityclinic.org. The benefit takes place at The Beverly Hilton (International Ballroom), 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 from 6:30pm to 10pm.
Serve a Community Meal this Holiday Season
LA Family Housing serves over 6,000 homeless people every year. This year, give the gift of a full stomach by helping them provide hearty meals for single adults living in their Supportive Housing buildings. Sponsor the meal, bring friends and host a dinner between Novemberember 18th – 22nd. Guest count varies by location and must be 16 and over, please contact them for more information. To volunteer, please visit their website at lafh.org/volunteer or call (818) 605-3888.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #5
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #6
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve Breakfast to the Homeless with St. Francis Center
Serve Breakfast to the HomelessSince 1972, St. Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, they offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, they dedicate every day to Serving Hope in their community
Event Description: This Breakfast program is part of their Homeless Well-Being Program. Their homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join them for breakfast Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am and Mondays from 7:15 - 8:15 AM! They serve between 200 and 300 men and women each day. Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work for their guests experiencing homelessness.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities: Volunteers will help staff with set-up for serve, and clean-up after breakfast. Breakfast service tasks include serving coffee, working in the kitchen, cleaning tables, resetting tables, and offering a smile.
Requirements: Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Age Restrictions: They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NFq6bGhCNiLwqZ58WlWfeRvuVHYFiwqT/view
Click here to sign up: https://www.stfranciscenterla.org/volunteers/
GIFTS, YOUTH, TOYS, PARTY,
Here's a great way to help a great organization at the holidays! Don't miss A Place Called Home’s 2019 Gala for Children on November 19! Each year, their Gala for the Children brings together APCH’s long-standing supporters as well as new friends to celebrate their youth and raise funds to support the organization’s critical work. It is a fun and meaningful evening dedicated to understanding their mission, meeting their young people, enjoying APCH music and dance, and sharing the company of their Board of Directors and fellow investors in the lives of the youth and families they serve.
This year, they honor Johnny Lopez, Founding Partner of Platinum Equity, with the Debrah Constance Humanitarian Award, and Damon Wolf, President of Worldwide Marketing for Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, with the Children’s Inspiration Award. For questions regarding tickets and sponsorships or to place an ad in their tribute, please contact events@apch.org or 323-232-7653 ext. 3254. For more information on the Gala please visit, https://apch.org/events/gala-for-the-children/
https://apch.org/promotion/save-the-date-gala-for-the-children-2018/
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #14
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
2019 Gala for the Children
Each year, A Place Called Home's Gala for the Children brings together APCH’s long-standing supporters as well as new friends to celebrate their youth and raise funds to support the organization’s critical work.
It is a fun and meaningful evening dedicated to understanding their mission, meeting their young people, enjoying APCH music and dance, and sharing the company of their Board of Directors and fellow investors in the lives of the youth and families they serve.
This year, they honor Johnny Lopez, Founding Partner of Platinum Equity, with the Debrah Constance Humanitarian Award, and Damon Wolf, President of Worldwide Marketing for Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, with the Children’s Inspiration Award.
The night will begin with a cocktail party and extensive silent auction that includes fantastic, once in a lifetime experiences, trips, rare wines, sports tickets, artwork, jewelry, and more.
Once seated, guests are treated to stories from APCH youth and families, dance and music from their youth (and sometimes surprise guests like Stevie Wonder or Gavin Rossdale), and heartfelt remarks from their Board Chair, Executive Director and our annual honorees.
Pitch in at the Turkey Trot and Triathlon San Dimas with Renegade Racing
Volunteer for Renegade Racing's annual San Dimas Turkey Trot and Tri (Novemberember 23 and 24, 2019) in Bonelli Park and burn off those holiday calories, get community service hours and enjoy some pumpkin pie! These events benefit Strength in Support. Strength in Support provides mental health services to military personnel, veterans and their families, including individual and family therapy, mentorship and education to address all areas of our heroes wellbeing.
Saturday, Novemberember 23 - Turkey Trot 5k, 10k and kids run
Sunday, Novemberember 24 - Turkey Tri and the Kids Duathlon
View volunteer spots and register individually: https://vmodcui.active.com/responsive/eventGroups/1598604/jobs?_ga=2.116999878.1341135054.1570569241-34130653.1570041215
Volunteer Groups:
For groups of 10+, please email volunteer@renegaderaceseries.com if you would like to create a group. You can also just direct volunteers to sign up individually above and comment they are with your group.
In your email provide the name of the event, name of your group, 1-2 assignments your group would like to fill, and a number of volunteers you will provide.
If you have any questions, please email Michelle at volunteer@renegaderaceseries.com
Lend a Hand at All Peoples Community Center’s Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration
All Peoples Community Center will host its annual Community Thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday Novemberember 20, 2019 from 2:00pm-7:00pm. During this event, they welcome all community members to join for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Every year, they provide a Thanksgiving dinner to about 1,000 community members. This is an event that is possible with the help of our volunteers and they welcome volunteers ages 16 and up. Although the dinner begins at 2:00pm, they need help prior to the event for setup. Volunteer opportunities begin at 10:00am. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed shoes. There are several volunteer positions and shifts available. Pre-registration is required. Limited parking is available. For more information please contact Jennifer at jsantos@allpeoplescc.org.
Help Out at Big Sunday’s 2W@10 Event #2
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! We host a special service event every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at Big Sunday to help local nonprofits and schools. What makes this event special is that we help create a safe and fun environment for volunteers with developmental and physical challenges so they have a safe space to socialize and give back to others in need. (This is where you come in!) We need extra volunteers to come and hang out with these volunteers and assist them with the project. Join us as we Make Thanksgiving Meal Kits for East Los Angeles Women's Center! All ages are welcome, but volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. For more info or to RSVP, please email Tamara at tamara@bigsunday.org or visit https://bigsunday.org/get-involved/2w10-2/ for more info.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 10:30 am and 1:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Walk Dogs with Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue needs someone willing to go to the Hollywood area to walk amazing dogs. They need a walker on Wednesdays anytime between 5:30 pm and 8:30pm for about 15 to 30 minute walks. Please feel free to sign up for the event or call directly 310-652-8683. Volunteers must be at least 18.
Pitch in at Big Sunday’s TM@10 Event #3
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Join us for TM@10 at Big Sunday headquarters where we will host a different service project each week that benefits a worthy cause! Enjoy good food, good company and good deeds; everyone is welcome. It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as give the Gift of Warm Clothes for Homeless Students in LAUSD! For more info or to sign up, please email Alan at alan@bigsunday.org or visit http://bigsunday.org/get-involved/tm10/ for more info.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #15
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
Help Run the Drumstick Dash this Thanksgiving with Mercury Events
Looking to Volunteers on Thanksgiving morning! Join Mercury Events in the CBS Studio lot starting at 5:30 am for a fun filled 5k/10k. This event raised funds to feed the homeless in the San Fernando Valley.Volunteers will help with registration, finish line, medals, goodie bags, course support, water station, kids run, and cheering on runners.Each volunteer will be provided with food, beverages, a t-shirt, and community service hours. This is a perfect way to give back on the most thankful day of the year. Please, contact Angela Holder for more information.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #16
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food for those in need in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible! The following are the minimum requirements:Be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Participate the entire shift . Please abide by the following rules: Do not solicit clients and follow directions from staff at all times.
36th Annual Charity Auction
The Lakewood YMCA is searching for volunteers to help them put on their annual, flagship event, the Children's Charity Auction. At this year's event they are celebrating the 175 years that the YMCA has been serving its communities nationwide.
This is an extravagant night with live auction, live band, and Decemberadent food, and so they need volunteers that are organized, energetic, and willing to pump up the audience and supporters.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. They are looking for volunteers to fulfill 5 hour shifts or less, and need a set up crew and an event crew. Some positions may require an orientation the week before to familiarize the volunteer with procedures. Otherwise, all other volunteers will be instructed on the day of the event.
This event supports the financial assistance offerings we provide to children and families in the Lakewood, Long Beach, Cerritos, Downey, Paramount communities. Proceeds from the event will go towards the goal of providing over $150,000 in financial aid financially to children and families in their communities.
Join Venice Family Clinic for their Children’s Holiday Movie
Children’s Holiday Movie is a special holiday event for 1,200 of our youngest patients and their families. Guests receive free access to a kid-friendly movie, plus snacks, toys, books, and pictures with Santa.THEY NEED VOLUNTEERS in the weeks leading up to the holiday event to help organize and package the toys and books that will be distributed to the children and families during the event. (Some heavy to light lifting is required.) Free feel to sign up for one or more days.DatesMon – Fri, November 22 – December 6 (closed November 27-29) Shift Times: 10am – 1pm (morning)
2pm-5pm (afternoon). Group Size 6 – 10 people per shift
https://venicefamilyclinic.org/volunteer-for-childrens-holiday-movie/
Help this Thanksgiving by Packing Shoeboxes for Youth
Since 1993, Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child has delivered over 150 millions gift-filled shoeboxes to underprivileged children around the world. This event benefits Operation Christmas Child, a non-profit organization that brings gift-filled shoeboxes to underprivileged children around the world. Many of these children are the first time receiving new gifts for themselves and these gifts let them know that they are loved and not forgotten. This their 8th annual shoebox packing party and they are planning to pack 1000-1500 shoebox gifts for boys and girls between 5-14 years old. Volunteers must be 12 years and up for the morning shift where there will be moving of boxes, volunteers 7 years and up can join the packing party shift in the afternoon. Three volunteer shifts: 11/22 (Friday) - 6pm-9pm - unload boxes and set up tables, 11/23 (Sat) - 8am-12pm - Sort items and organize the venue, and 11/23 (Sat) - 11 30am - 4pm - Manage tables, pack shoe boxes and cartons. They also encourage those who come to the event to bring couple of donation items, the more items they have, the more shoeboxes they can pack and the more children will benefit. To sign up and get more information please visit: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3203943.jsp
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #17
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Feed the Soul While Helping Feed the Hungry with LA Food Bank
Please join LA Food Bank in their volunteer day at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank! Volunteers are needed to help sort, inspect, and repackage donated food items from local food drives. Help them help those in need by donating your time to fight hunger in our community.**Once you register you will receive an email confirmation with all the logistics and forms.***All volunteers must wear closed toed shoes*** ***Minimum age requirement to volunteer is 14 (sorry, no exceptions)**The food boxes consist of shelf-stable staples such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables. Help the LA Food Bank help those in need! These kits go to an average of 28,000 seniors every month at 146 sites throughout Los Angeles County. In 2018, the Food Bank distributed 325,043 Senior Nutrition food kits through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). They are proud to facilitate the largest CSFP in the country and eternally grateful for the dedicated volunteers who make this work possible!
Feed the Hungry at a Pre-Thanksgiving Brunch with Act’s of Compassion Inc
The holidays can be a trying time for many people but with your help Act's of Compassion Inc can provide their homeless population with a yummy hot meal at their Pre-Thanksgiving Brunch. As you know a lot of people may not have eaten in days and they want to fix that! or more information or to register as a volunteer please contact Rachel Mitchell at (323) 638-8111 or rmitchell@actsofcompassions.org.
Help Out at Adoption Events with Ruff Patches#4
Volunteers would assist at Ruff Patches adoptions events, held each Saturday from 12:30 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11:30 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes"and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. Ruff Patches also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to their adoption locations. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and commit to 6 hours per week (or however much you can do!)
Help Out at Pet Adoption Events with From Cloud to Ground Animal Rescue
Volunteers assist at From Cloud to Ground Animal Rescue's adoption events, held every Saturday except the second one of the month from 12 pm - 5 pm, with setting up starting at 11 am and break down until about 5:30 pm or 6 pm. They also have adoption events at other locations semi-regularly. You will assist with both dogs and cats (or only one if that's your preference!) at adoption events including, changing water, distributing toys and treats, providing basic information about the animal to the public, passing off the interested party to an Adoption Counselor when appropriate, walking dogs, scooping litter boxes, playing with cats and kittens, playing with our dogs and puppies, cleaning up any "messes" and generally having a great time! Excellent customer service skills are imperative. They also need volunteers willing to help with transport of dogs and cats from foster homes or kennels to our adoption locations.
All volunteers must be at least 11 years of age, and if under 18 MUST have parents permission.
Please follow the link to the Volunteer Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebtouph4pLJHDfsVyATaV2nyAo0byHYCs36X1XNNY2TpfLQw/viewform?c=0&w=1
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #18
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Assist in a Weekly Farmers Market with ONEgeneration
Support the farmers and staff at the market. Positions include assisting with sales, greeting at the front gate, helping with children’s activities and assisting small business. Sunday morning from 7:00am – 1:00 pm. Minimum age 14 with adult present. This event is a walk in position so you can come any Sunday that you are available from 7am to 1pm, no partial shifts. When volunteers sign out at 1pm they will receive a completion letter for their hours if needed. If you have questions about this weekly volunteer event please email volunteer@onegeneration.org they hope to see you soon at the Encino Farmers Market! 100% of the proceeds from all ONEgeneration booths and entrance gates support the programs they offer the community.
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #22
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Help Out as a Dog Adoption Counselor/Event Volunteer with LHASA Happy Homes Rescue
Lhasa Happy Homes Rescue is a non profit organization that specializes in rescuing Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and other small breed dogs. They are looking for people who would like to volunteer at their adoption events, held every Sunday in front of Rover Kennels in Santa Monica. They need Adoption Counselors, who talk to and screen potential adopters, as well as general volunteers who can come to adoptions, help them set up, tear down, walk and play with the dogs during the day 11am-2:30pm. You do not need prior experience, although dog experience is helpful! They will teach you what you need to know! Volunteers must be at least 18. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please complete the online volunteer application at www.lhasahappyhomes.org !
Lend a Hand at Big Sunday’s MA@2 Event #3
Here’s a way to help every week throughout the giving season! Each Monday afternoon at 2 pm, we host a different, fun, hands-on service project at Big Sunday headquarters called MA@2 (Monday Afternoons at 2). It's a great way for folks of all ages to get together to help others. Join us as we Decemberorate bags and Make Cards for Thanksgiving! For more info or to RSVP, please email Pablo at pablo@bigsunday.org or visit https://bigsunday.org/get-involved/ma2/ for more info.
Serve a Warm Meal to People Experiencing Homelessness in Skid Row
Share A Meal is a community of people who join hands to serve freshly made meals and last year they have donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles. Every Monday night, Share a Meal rolls and passes out 150 burritos with the help of their mobile food truck to pass out to people experiencing homelessness. They strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our LA community. Volunteers meet at the corner of 3rd St. & San Pedro at 6:30pm (Look for the bright orange food truck!) Service will conclude around 9:45 pm. Please wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. To volunteer please sign up here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fAeiFEAS
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #7
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve as a Kitchen Volunteer with Project Angel Food to Help the Sick & Shut-in #8
Help keep ailing people happy and healthy throughout the holiday season. their pals at Project Angel Food need kitchen volunteers! Join a fun-loving group of compassionate people each day to do everything from chopping, stirring, mixing, baking and packaging meals for those in need. You don't even need to know how to cook, only how to take direction from their kitchen chefs. They could use your valuable help! They have two shifts Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. they also have one weekend shift on Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
http://www.angelfood.org/site/PageServer?pagename=volunteer_opportunities#.WBEQGdQrLs0
Serve Breakfast to the Homeless with St. Francis Center
Serve Breakfast to the HomelessSince 1972, St. Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, they offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, they dedicate every day to Serving Hope in their community
Event Description: This Breakfast program is part of their Homeless Well-Being Program. Their homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join them for breakfast Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 am and Mondays from 7:15 - 8:15 AM! They serve between 200 and 300 men and women each day. Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work for their guests experiencing homelessness.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities: Volunteers will help staff with set-up for serve, and clean-up after breakfast. Breakfast service tasks include serving coffee, working in the kitchen, cleaning tables, resetting tables, and offering a smile.
Requirements: Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Age Restrictions: They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NFq6bGhCNiLwqZ58WlWfeRvuVHYFiwqT/view
Click here to sign up: https://www.stfranciscenterla.org/volunteers/
Make the Holidays Extra Special with and Toy Drive
Dedicated to serving communities where stigma or poverty limits access, Didi Hirsch helps more than 120,000 children and adults from 10 locations and 100 schools throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties each year. For the Thanksgiving drive this year, Didi Hirsch would like to five the families they serve food containers and food coupons. For more information please contact Ayanna at akeeling@didihirsch.org or call (310) 751-5331.
Hop in and Care for Rescued Bunnies #19
Rabbit Rescue is a non-profit no-kill rabbit shelter staffed and run entirely by volunteers. Their goals include the rescue, rehabilitation, and placement of abandoned rabbits, as well as public education regarding proper rabbit care and the importance of spay/neuter in battling the escalating overpopulation problem. Volunteers will care for their rescue bunnies by feeding, watering, and exercising them, as well as cleaning their pens, bagging hay, and more. Please dress casually in clothing you won't mind getting dirty since you will be helping take bunnies out for playtime, clean their cages/pens, and bag hay, vegetables and feed. Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. All volunteers must bring a completed volunteer waiver form that you can find at rabbitrescue.com or fill one onsite at their adoption center. For more information and to register please click here: https://www.laworks.com/opportunity/a0C3l00000fBRyJEAW
Show Some Love with Pico Union Project
Dedicated to the Jewish principle to “love your neighbor as yourself”, the Pico Union Project is a multi-faith cultural arts center that strives to invigorate the community of Los Angeles by bringing diverse cultures together through song, story, art and activism. Give back and join for a late afternoon of fun, music, community and FREE Turkeys. They ask folks to bring refillable water bottles, comfortable clothes and shoes. Street parking. If you would like to make a donation for Pico Union Project to purchase the turkeys or if you would like to volunteer please contact Claire at events@picounionproject.org.