Clean Your Local Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Sign up for a cleaning shift at your nearby fridge, or simply stop by anytime during open hours to lend a hand! You can bring your own cleaning supplies and trash receptacles, scan the fridge's QR code to check in, and you're done! If the fridge doesn't have a QR code, please use the link on their website to access the form. Whether you volunteer once or multiple times, your efforts help ensure the fridge stays welcoming and accessible for all. Thank you for supporting your community!
Collect Canned and Boxed Thanksgiving Food for Alexandria House
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 canned food and essentials for Thanksgiving. They need your help to fill boxes for the community members! Please donate all items by Friday, November 15, 2024. For more information contact volunteer@alexandriahouse.org.
Donate Food/Supplies to Your Local Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Have extra food items at home? Please consider donating some food items or other much needed supplies to LA Community Fridges! Please see the guidelines on what items are acceptable in the link. Thank you so much!
Make Cards for Big Sunday’s 13th Annual Stuffing Event
We like to include a personal note in each bag. It not only connects us but turns a bag of food into a nice gift. Can you help us make some cards? Great talent isn't necessary, so long as you're sincere! Plus, you can make them right at home! Please deliver by Monday, November 25 at 5pm.
Host a Collection for Big Sunday’s 13th Annual Stuffing Event
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 to Heart of Compassion Food Distribution
Financial help us bring hope and food security to those in need, both in our community and other local communities. HOC accepts a variety of in-kind donations including food, new clothing, baby diapers, and new toys. We appreciate canned goods, turkeys, and Thanksgiving food items.
Shop our Registry for Big Sunday’s 13th Annual Stuffing Event
A super easy way to participate and a great way to help us get food to those in need. Sponsor a Bag or Two (or more!) Each bag costs $35. Select as many as you like!
Sponsor a Bag or Two (or more!) for Big Sunday’s 13th Annual Stuffing Event
A super easy way to participate and a great way to help us get food to those in need. Sponsor a Bag or Two (or more!) Each bag costs $35. Select as many as you like!
Start a Local Community Fridge with LA Community Fridges
Want to start a community fridge? LA Community Fridges has got your back! LA Community Fridges has a guideline on how to start a community fridge in your neighborhood.
Organize and Sort Food for Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Every Tuesday, LA Community Fridges meet up at an LA location (meeting location may change weekly - you will be notified in advance) with a large amount of produce donated from Food Forward. Volunteers can help organize/bag the produce and/or help distribute it to community fridges. It's a fun way to meet and mingle with other volunteers in LA while also ensuring that LA Community Fridges keep their fridges stocked with fresh and healthy food for everyone's neighbors!
Help Distribute Food with Heart of Compassion on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Be a lighthouse of volunteers fighting poverty and restoring hope with Heart of Compassion Distribution! Food distribution volunteers needed every Tuesday and Wednesday 9-11a.m. to help load groceries into recipient vehicles. Volunteers must be 13 years or older. Groups and individuals are welcome to volunteer with them. No experience necessary. Visit: https://letsvolunteerla.org/listing-item/heart-of-compassion-distribution/?gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwvrOpBhBdEiwAR58-3Hdwxosh1_UDG1j1vUtI_00lxUIADyrGIsj-jm-qLOEyrpT-ox815hoCGZgQAvD_BwE
Produce Pick-Up with the Food Forward Caravan for LA Community Fridges
Join a car caravan to pick up fresh produce from Food Forward in Commerce and bring it back to St. James Park. Volunteers should meet at 10:30 am to caravan together and deliver produce to the park for distribution. New volunteers, please sign up and text Will at 417-527-3132 for instructions
Organize and Sort Food for Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Help sort, prep, and distribute produce to community members at St. James Park (23 St. James Park, 90007). Volunteers should arrive around 11:50 am to assist with culling, sorting, and organizing the produce. This role supports efficient and equitable distribution to ensure each recipient receives quality produce
Deliver Food to Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
After sorting, volunteers can help transport prepared produce to community fridges. Plan to swing by St. James Park between 1:00 and 1:30 pm to load up your vehicle with produce, meals, and water. Volunteers will deliver these items directly to the community fridge assigned during sign-up.
Transport Compost with LA Community Fridges
Assist with sustainability efforts by collecting compost from the park and delivering it to LA Compost at the LA River Farmers Market or disposing of it in green bins. Plan to arrive at 1:30 pm to pick up the compost (up to 50 lbs) and help reduce waste while giving back to the community.
Enjoy a Culinary Experience with Project Angel Food
Indulge in an unforgettable culinary experience and make a real difference. 100% of your dinner proceeds will go directly to Project Angel Food. Join CEO Richard Ayoub, Board Members, and Celebrity Friends. Because of this generous night donated by Steak 48, thousands of seriously ill Angelenos will receive nourishing, medically tailored meals this holiday season!
Organize and Sort Food for Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Every Tuesday, LA Community Fridges meet up at an LA location (meeting location may change weekly - you will be notified in advance) with a large amount of produce donated from Food Forward. Volunteers can help organize/bag the produce and/or help distribute it to community fridges. It's a fun way to meet and mingle with other volunteers in LA while also ensuring that LA Community Fridges keep their fridges stocked with fresh and healthy food for everyone's neighbors!
Produce Pick-Up with the Food Forward Caravan for LA Community Fridges
Join a car caravan to pick up fresh produce from Food Forward in Commerce and bring it back to St. James Park. Volunteers should meet at 10:30 am to caravan together and deliver produce to the park for distribution. New volunteers, please sign up and text Will at 417-527-3132 for instructions
Organize and Sort Food for Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
Help sort, prep, and distribute produce to community members at St. James Park (23 St. James Park, 90007). Volunteers should arrive around 11:50 am to assist with culling, sorting, and organizing the produce. This role supports efficient and equitable distribution to ensure each recipient receives quality produce
Deliver Food to Community Fridges with LA Community Fridges
After sorting, volunteers can help transport prepared produce to community fridges. Plan to swing by St. James Park between 1:00 and 1:30 pm to load up your vehicle with produce, meals, and water. Volunteers will deliver these items directly to the community fridge assigned during sign-up.
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.