Donate In-Kind Items to Long Beach Community Table
Long Beach Community Table is always looking for food donations. Besides food, their most-needed items include Hygiene Items and Garden Supplies. Please consider donating the items to support Long Beach Community Table. You can find more information on what items they need in their website and the drop off times. Dry goods, hygiene products, and gently used clothing donations are also accepted any time of day without an appointment at: 3166 Ostrom Ave., Long Beach, CA 90808. ",https://www.longbeachcommunitytable.com/donate ,No
Donate to Support Project Ropa
By donating, you directly support Project Ropa's programs and enable them to continue making a difference in the lives of those in need. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps to restore hope and dignity. The generous donations of individuals and organizations play a crucial role in sustaining Project Ropa's street-side resiliency care services.
Give Joy to the Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach
The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Help us bring the holiday spirit to the kids in Long Beach who need it most! The goal of our annual Joy Drive and Press-Telegram's "Let's Play Ball" ball drive is to provide a gift to each Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach member who would have otherwise gone without and balls to our sports programs.
Donate to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Help the fight against Cystic Fibrosis by donating to the CFF. With your help, CF can stand for Cure Found.
Donate to Support Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food prepares and delivers healthy meals to feed people impacted by serious illness, bringing comfort and hope every day. Please consider helping this organization in their mission by donating. Every $10 you give will directly provide a delicious, life-saving meal to someone struggling with a serious illness and burdened by malnutrition. Their volunteers and staff cook and deliver nutritious food prepared with love, free of charge, to those in need throughout Los Angeles County, acting out of a sense of urgency because hunger and illness do not wait. Help support Project Angel Food's work today! Your donation will ensure that someone who is seriously ill will not go hungry.
Donate to Helen Woodward Animal Center
Your Support Saves Lives! The orphan pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center need your support. Your donation will go a long way in making sure they can continue their mission of people helping animals and animals helping people.
Donate to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s with the Alzheimer’s Association of Southern California at Santa Monica, CA
At the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's, they're fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For treatments. They're closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer's. But to get there, they need you. Join them for the world's largest fundraiser to fight the disease.
Donate to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s with the Alzheimer’s Association of Southern California at Santa Barbara, CA
At the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's, they're fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For treatments. They're closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer's. But to get there, they need you. Join them for the world's largest fundraiser to fight the disease.
Donate to Act’s of Compassion
Act's of Compassion is dedicated to their mission of providing meals to those who need it most in their community, along with other annual programs around the holidays. Please donate to help them in this mission at https://actsofcompassions.org/ towards the bottom of their homepage.
Donate to Support Manna Conejo Valley Food Distribution Center
Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank is a unique food pantry started more than 52 years ago to support families in the Conejo Valley that were struggling with food insecurity. We serve an average of 300+ families each month and distribute more than 275,000+ pounds of food each year. Manna serves as a safety net for our neighbors struggling to make ends meet due to job loss, underemployment, disability or fixed incomes. We serve our neighbors with dignity by providing a well-stocked free grocery store. Our shelves are full of pantry staples, our refrigerators offer fresh produce and dairy, and our freezer holds frozen chicken and variety of other frozen selections. Please help Manna by making a tax-deductible donation today to help support the pantry, its programs, and to purchase food.
Donate to Help Unhoused Pets at Project Minnie
Project Minnie provides food, leashes, harnesses, collars, food/water bowls, flea meds, treats, and toys to pets of the unhoused in Venice, CA. For the holiday, we would be grateful for dog toys, harnesses, and leashes for medium and large dogs.
Shop on Amazon to Support North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry
Love shopping for groceries on Amazon? Then this is perfect for you! Donate food to North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry by shopping on their Amazon Wish List. Any amount helps!
Help Out with Alexandria House Holiday Drives
Alexandria House is a transitional home for women and children located in Los Angeles, California. Since 1996, they have provided safe and supportive housing for women and children in the process of moving from emergency shelters to economic stability and permanent housing. Alexandria House is collecting Holiday Supplies to support their families in preparing for the holidays. There are many wish lists to shop for items like sharpies (black, blue, red, with chisel tip fine point and regular), table cloths (disposable or reusable 6ft rectangle), ribbon, wrapping paper, reusable tote bags, cellophane 8 by 11 treat bags, plastic storage bins, scissors, tape (scotch, blue, packing), clear cellophane wrap rolls. Please donate all items by Friday, December 20, 2024. For more information contact volunteer@alexandriahouse.org.
Donate to Support Boys & Girls Club of Hollywood
For over 85 years, the Boys & Girls Club of Hollywood has been at the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged circumstances and fulfilling their mission to Òinspire young people, especially those who need them most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring adultsÓ. They are dedicated to ensuring that their students have greater access to quality educational programs; live in communities that are free of violence and all youth, especially youth in Brown and Black communities are empowered to dream big. Please consider donating to support their cause!
Fill Hygiene Kits from Alpha Project San Diego’s Wish List
Alpha Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) human services organization that serves over 4,000 men, women, and children each day. Services offered include affordable housing, residential substance abuse treatment, supportive housing for people with special needs, basic and emergency services for the homeless, transportation assistance, mental health counseling, employment training, preparation and placement, emergency shelter, HIV/AIDS, education, outreach and prevention, and community services. Hygiene items are also essential and something so many of us usually take for granted, but for people experiencing homelessness, it's as critical. It helps them keep their dignity and their sense of self-worth. It makes them feel human, something that homelessness can strip to those who are facing it. Please select items from the wishlist in the link.
Fill Move-In Kits from Alpha Project San Diego’s Wish List
Alpha Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) human services organization that serves over 4,000 men, women, and children each day. Services offered include affordable housing, residential substance abuse treatment, supportive housing for people with special needs, basic and emergency services for the homeless, transportation assistance, mental health counseling, employment training, preparation and placement, emergency shelter, HIV/AIDS, education, outreach and prevention, and community services. Alpha Project has several housing programs (Rapid Rehousing, Tenant Peer Support Services, and Housing Navigation and Case Management) that work with clients to secure and sustain housing. Our goal is to set people up for success in maintaining housing. Often, we find that when we move individuals and families into housing for the first time, they move in with little to nothing. Essential home goods make the transition so helpful to the clients we serve. Please select items from the wishlist in the link.
Support Foster Youth at United Friends of the Children
In-kind contributions are a great way to support the current and former foster youth United Friends serves. Gather your friends, family, and colleagues together to host a fundraising drive! You can also donate gift cards to help pay for food, clothing, alarm clocks, backpacks and much more.
Donate to AHEAD With Horses
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it's seeing a smile from an otherwise Ònon-responsiveÓ child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children they serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestonesÑgifts that last a lifetime. There are several ways you can support AHEAD With Horses! All donations are tax deductible and they appreciate anything you are willing to give! Please visit: https://aheadwithhorsesla.org/donations/
Make the Holidays Magical for Kids Aged 0-5
Alexandria House is a transitional home for women and children located in Los Angeles, California. Since 1996, they have provided safe and supportive housing for women and children in the process of moving from emergency shelters to economic stability and permanent housing. Alexandria House is collecting collecting toys for kids aged 0-5. Please consider donating items like: Cars, Trucks, Trains, Stacking/building blocks, Cocomelon, Fisher-Price toys, Bluey, Squishmallows, Lego Duplo, Kitchen Sets, Work Bench Sets, Musical Toys, Mickey + Friends, Little Tikes toys, Leapfrog toys, Soft books, Activity Tables, Dolls, Educational Toys. Please donate all items by Wednesday, December 18, 2024. For more information contact volunteer@alexandriahouse.org.
Make the Holidays Magical for Teens
Alexandria House is a transitional home for women and children located in Los Angeles, California. Since 1996, they have provided safe and supportive housing for women and children in the process of moving from emergency shelters to economic stability and permanent housing. Alexandria House is teen gifts. Please consider donating items like: grooming kits(boys and girls) , nail polish, wireless headphones, disposable cameras, makeup, body spray, sports equipment, wireless earbuds, gaming keyboards, squishmallows, computer mouses, hair accessories, skin care, stationary, portable chargers, speakers, and Legos. Please donate all items by Wednesday, December 18, 2024. For more information contact volunteer@alexandriahouse.org.
Featured Projects
Host a Collection for Big Sunday’s 13th Annual Stuffing Event
Big Sunday,
berenice@bigsunday.org,
(323) 549-9944
Collections are happening all around town Ð in schools, faith groups and offices! This is a great way for students to receive community service hours. You can collect items and drop off at our offices by Friday, Nov 22 at 1pm, please.
Donate Clothes and Hygiene Essentials to Project Ropa
Project Ropa,
info@projectropa.org,
(310) 400-7114
By donating, you directly support Project Ropa’s programs and enable them to continue making a difference in the lives of those in need. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps to restore hope and dignity. They gladly accept in-kind donations of hygiene products, adult size clothing, shoes and accessories. Please review list of items they’re looking for and fill out their donation form to schedule a donation drop off or pick up.
Drop off Cold Weather Items & Snacks for Skid Row
Covenant House California,
mfarrell@covca.org,
(323) 461-3131
Covenant House California (CHC) is a non-profit youth shelter that provides sanctuary and support for youth experiencing homelessness, ages 18-24. We believe that no young person deserves to be homeless; that every young person in California deserves shelter, food, clothing, education and most importantly, to be loved.We are in need of Donations needed for Skid Row including warm socks, beanies, gloves, and a blanket and granola bars. Drop off items to Covenant House anytime up to December 8.
Assist with Kitchen Duties and Prepping Meals – Monday Dinner Shift
LA Family Housing,
Volunteer@LAFH.org,
Volunteering in the kitchen can be a great way to give back to your community. Whether you’re helping to prepare meals for those in need, or assisting with kitchen duties such as food serving, bussing, or greeting, your time and effort can make a significant impact on those transitioning away from homelessness. Please keep in mind that you will be asked to also tend to the dining area where you will interact with the participants that LAFH serves. Provide quality service by serving nourishing meals for those who may not otherwise have access to them. You can also help to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where people can gather and connect over a warm meal. Dress code: Pants, closed-toed shoes, and clean shirt. All volunteers will be wearing a hairnet and gloves. Volunteers need to be 18 plus.
Join Hollywood Wednesday Farmers Market Glean with Food Forward
Food Forward,
volunteer@foodforward.org,
(818) 764-1022
Recover produce, fight hunger, and build community at your local farmers market! We “glean”—meaning we collect fresh, surplus produce that would otherwise go to waste–and donate 100% to local hunger relief organizations. Join the Volunteer Glean Team to help collect fruit and vegetable donations from vendors at the farmers market, and then box, sort, and weigh the donations. Volunteers should be comfortable carrying boxes of produce that may weigh up to 40 pounds, but can register to volunteer with someone who can help them lift if 40 pounds is too heavy. Volunteers 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 a parent or guardian. Please check the Volunteer FAQ page on their website to learn more about what to expect at volunteer events.
Get Your Hands Dirty at Garden School Foundation’s Community Garden Day
Garden School Foundation,
join-us@gardenschoolfoundation.org,
(802) 779-2889
Garden School Foundation provides in-depth garden-based education to youth at Title I schools in Los Angeles, strengthening connections between food justice, environmental stewardship, and community health. By using the full transformative potential of school gardens as teaching sites, we nurture a healthy and mindful generation of children who care for their bodies, their communities, and the earth. We currently serve ten Title I elementary schools, reaching over 3,200 students and their families each year. As a GSF volunteer, you’ll play a indispensable role in maintaining our historic school garden at an elementary school in West Adams. Your work will help us maintain a space that is both educational and beautiful, and will positively impact both the environment and student growth. Join us to learn new skills, connect with nature, and enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding day with our local community. Together you’ll work alongside GSF staff and school families to weed the garden, refresh mulch pathways, harvest veggies from our production farm, build new raised beds, and more! After a morning of hard work and good vibes, we’ll share a light lunch together (provided by our partners at Sprouts) under the fig trees. Volunteers should wear close-toe shoes and loose, comfy clothes that are school-appropriate. Complimentary t-shirts will also be provided. We encourage volunteers to bring their own water bottles and sun protection.