Projects tagged with "BENEFIT"
Organize a “Cents for Service” Fundraiser for Operation Gratitude
Operation Gratitude
Organization Address: 21101 Lassen St, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Event / Drop-off Address: 21101 Lassen St, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Day(s): November 1 to December 31
Email: info@operationgratitude.com.
Phone: (262) 674-7281
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/
https://www.operationgratitude.com/
Go All in for a Good Cause at a Benefit Poker Tournament
Child Care Resource Center
Organization Address: 20001 Prairie StChatsworth, California
Event / Drop-off Address: The Carrus House 21045 Superior Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Day(s): November 2
Time(s): 5pm to 10pm
Email: Communications@ccrcca.org
Phone: (818) 717-1000
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
http://www.ccrcca.org
Join the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night Walk
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Organization Address: Los Angeles, California Southland 4929 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 800 Los Angeles, CA 90010 T (310) 3425800
Event / Drop-off Address: Century Park at the Century Plaza Towers, 2049 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA
Day(s): November 2
Time(s): 4:40 PM
Phone: (310)342-5800
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
http://www.lightthenight.org
Unearth & Empower Communities Annual Fundraiser: Music Under the Stars
Unearth and Empower Communities
Organization Address: 1100 E. Peck Street Compton, CA 90221
Event / Drop-off Address: 15333 Garfield Ave., Paramount,CA 90723
Day(s): November 2
Time(s): 6pm to 10pm
Email: info@unearthandempower.org
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. . .
https://www.unearthandempower.org/
Have Fun and Trot Around at the Los Angeles 2019 Turkey Trot
Celiac Disease Foundation
Organization Address: 20350 VENTURA BLVD STE 240
WOODLAND HLS,CA 91364
Event / Drop-off Address: 14201 Huston Street
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Day(s): November 2
Time(s): 7am to 11am
Phone: (818) 716-1513
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.
https://celiac.org
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #1
The ALS Association, Golden West Chapter
Organization Address: 28720 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, US
Event / Drop-off Address: 900 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 7am to 11am
Contact: Katey Randall
Email: krandall@alsagoldenwest.org
Phone: (818) 865-8067x222
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.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2798853.jsp
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #2
The ALS Association, Golden West Chapter
Organization Address: 28720 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, US
Event / Drop-off Address: 900 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 7am to 2pm
Contact: Katey Randall
Email: krandall@alsagoldenwest.org
Phone: (818) 865-8067x222
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.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2798853.jsp
Lend a Helping Hand at the 2019 Walk to Defeat ALS Shift #3
The ALS Association, Golden West Chapter
Organization Address: 28720 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, US
Event / Drop-off Address: 900 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 10am to 2pm
Contact: Katey Randall
Email: krandall@alsagoldenwest.org
Phone: (818) 865-8067x222
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.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2798853.jsp
Lend Your Photography Skills at the 2019 LA Walk to Defeat ALS
The ALS Association, Golden West Chapter
Organization Address: 28720 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, US
Event / Drop-off Address: Exposition Park
Los Angeles, CA 90037
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 8am to 1pm
Contact: Katey Randall
Email: krandall@alsagoldenwest.org
Phone: (818) 865-8067x222
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.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2798866.jsp
Volunteer and Help Awareness at the Liver Life Walk 2019
American Liver Foundation
Organization Address: 5777 W. Century Boulevard, Suite 865, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Event / Drop-off Address: Crescent Bay Park, 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 8:30am to 12pm
Contact: Alise Jackson
Email: ajackson@liverfoundation.org
Phone: (212) 668-1000 ext. 1143
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.
https://liverlifewalk.org/losangeles/
Release a Butterfly for The Emily Shane Foundation
The Emily Shane Foundation
Organization Address: Alumni Park, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, 90263
Event / Drop-off Address: Alumni Park, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, 90263
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 2pm to 4pm
Phone: (323) 549-9944
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
http://www.emilyshane.org/butterfly/
Imagine Awards: A Non-Gala Gala
Inner-City Arts
Organization Address: 720 Kohler Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Event / Drop-off Address: 720 Kohler Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Day(s): November 3
Time(s): 11:30 AM
Contact: Jamie Cataldo
Email: jamie@inner-cityarts.org
Phone: (213) 627-9621 ext. 191
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
https://inner-cityarts.org/30years
Celebrate and Support ETTA at their Annual Iranian Gala
ETTA
Organization Address: 12722 Riverside Dr., Valley Village, CA 91607
Event / Drop-off Address: The Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Day(s): November 6
Time(s): 7pm to 11:30pm
Email: dalia.ettacenter@gmail.com
Phone: (424) 249-3300
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
https://www.ettagala.org/
Raise Awareness and Walk the Purple Carpet for Cystic Fibrosis
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Organization Address: 4929 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 760Los Angeles, CA 90010
Event / Drop-off Address: Liaison Restaurant + Lounge 1638 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Day(s): November 8
Time(s): 5pm to 11pm
Contact: Jessica Grainger
Email: so-calif-la@cff.org
Phone: (323) 939-0758
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.
cff.org/LosAngeles/
Help Out at the Rise Up Against Addiction 5K
Shatterproof
Organization Address: 135 West 41st Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10036, US
Event / Drop-off Address: Grand Park
200 North Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Day(s): November 9
Time(s): 6am to 11am
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.
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3162373.jsp
Help Out at the Light the Night Walk
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY - CALIFORNIA SOUTHLAND CHAPTER
Organization Address: 4929 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 800, Los Angeles, CA 90010, US
Event / Drop-off Address: Century Park at the Century Plaza Towers
2049 Century Park East
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Day(s): November 9
Time(s): 11am to 3pm
Contact: Holly Lowzik
Email: Holly.Lowzik@LLS.org
Phone: (310) 846-4711
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
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3013872.jsp
Be a Kid Zone Volunteer at the Light the Night Walk
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY - CALIFORNIA SOUTHLAND CHAPTER
Organization Address: 4929 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 800, Los Angeles, CA 90010, US
Event / Drop-off Address: Century Park at the Century Plaza Towers
2049 Century Park East
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Day(s): November 9
Time(s): 11am to 11pm
Contact: Holly Lowzik
Email: Holly.Lowzik@LLS.org
Phone: (310) 846-4711
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
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp3028994.jsp
Volunteer as a Videographer for the Light the Night Walk
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY - CALIFORNIA SOUTHLAND CHAPTER
Organization Address: 4929 Wilshire Blvd, Ste. 800, Los Angeles, CA 90010, US
Event / Drop-off Address: Century Park at the Century Plaza Towers
2049 Century Park East
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Day(s): November 9
Time(s): 3pm to 8pm
Contact: Holly Lowzik
Email: Holly.Lowzik@LLS.org
Phone: (310) 846-4711
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
Support the AIDS Walk Long Beach
The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach
Organization Address: The LGBTQ Center of Long Beach2017 E. 4th Street Long Beach, CA 90814
Event / Drop-off Address: Alfredo's Beach Club 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, California 90803
Day(s): November 10
Time(s): 9am to 1:30pm
Phone: (562) 434-4455
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/
https://www.centerlb.org/
29th Annual Hunger Walk
Westside Food Bank
Organization Address: Westside Food Bank
1710 22nd St.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Event / Drop-off Address: Santa Monica Ocean View Park - 2701 Barnard Way
Day(s): November 10
Time(s): 12:00 PM
Phone: (310) 828-6016
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