Volunteer for Critters Save Christmas at Helen Woodward Animal Center
Volunteer as Helen Woodward Animal Center's Games/Activities Assistant! Volunteers would assist instructor in set up and clean up of event, as well as giving out hand sanitizer and helping with games and activities during event. Volunteer Age Requirement: 16 years of age or older with some positions requiring 18 years of age or older.
Volunteer for Critters Save Christmas at Helen Woodward Animal Center
Volunteer as Helen Woodward Animal Center's Games/Activities Assistant! Volunteers would assist instructor in set up and clean up of event, as well as giving out hand sanitizer and helping with games and activities during event. Volunteer Age Requirement: 16 years of age or older with some positions requiring 18 years of age or older.
Help Distribute Meals and Water for the Unsheltered with Lucky Duck Foundation
The Lucky Duck Food and Water Initiative has distributed more than 1.8 million meals to San Diego's unsheltered neighbors since May 2020. Volunteers help by packing and/or distributing food and water for homeless outreach teams to distribute to individuals living on the streets. Volunteers are necessary to keep the program running, so please consider signing up. Volunteer events take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at our distribution sites in National City and the Midway District.
Deck the Halls at Door of Hope
Create a festive environment for families living in a shelter or homelessness prevention and alumni families by decorating Door of Hope Community Center in the first week of December.
Spend Time with Kids at Hope Gardens Family Center
Union Rescue Mission is looking for volunteers to be role models, loving, very hands-on and ready to spend quality time with children 0-5 years old (Peeps) at Hope Gardens Family Center! Why do they need childcare? Their sheltered Moms have committed to a program and attend transformational classes. Hope Gardens offers childcare so that their Moms have zero distractions and can focus on their recovery. 18 years & Up - Background check required. PARTIAL SHIFTS ARE WELCOMED
Collect Toys for IDEPSCA’s Dia de Reyes Toy Drive
Our Mujeres en Accion program is planning a "Dia de Reyes" (Toys' Drive) event that will be hosted on Saturday, January 11, 2025 in the Pico Union neighborhood area in which we are planning to have about 50 families and distribute toys to approximately 100 children. We are seeking for monetary donations and/or new toys donations for children from 0-16 years old so we have enough toys that will be distributed with children of low income community members-workers who especially during the winter season have found hard to keep or find a job. At the event we are also planning to provide educational materials which will include: Health & safety and workers' rights, IDEPSCA has a long experience in creating educational materials in spanish and we are planning to provide a tote bag to each participant with educational materials that include: minimum wage, wage theft, know your rights booklet as well as other resources and information. Please donate unwrapped new toys for children from 1-16 years old. You can also donate money that can help us to purchase toys and breakfast for children and their moms the day of the event, you can use this link to donate. Please call/text us to coordinate a drop off or pick up (if you live in the Los Angeles area) at 213-800-2406 or 213-259-6379.
Help Distribute Meals and Water for the Unsheltered with Lucky Duck Foundation
The Lucky Duck Food and Water Initiative has distributed more than 1.8 million meals to San Diego's unsheltered neighbors since May 2020. Volunteers help by packing and/or distributing food and water for homeless outreach teams to distribute to individuals living on the streets. Volunteers are necessary to keep the program running, so please consider signing up. Volunteer events take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at our distribution sites in National City and the Midway District.
Volunteer at URM Thrift Boutique with Union Rescue Mission
Volunteers will provide support at the Covina Thrift Store by sorting through donations, cleaning & organizing the facility, and other various tasks delegated by the Thrift Store Manager. Volunteers are needed between 11am to 5pm. Partial shifts are welcome. Please check in with management upon arrival and inform them what time you will be leaving. Age requirement: 18 years old and over.
Volunteer at Crete Academy
Volunteer to organize, label, wrap and stage Adopt A Child Christmas presents in preparation for the 12/15/ event!
Help Distribute Meals and Water for the Unsheltered with Lucky Duck Foundation
The Lucky Duck Food and Water Initiative has distributed more than 1.8 million meals to San Diego's unsheltered neighbors since May 2020. Volunteers help by packing and/or distributing food and water for homeless outreach teams to distribute to individuals living on the streets. Volunteers are necessary to keep the program running, so please consider signing up. Volunteer events take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at our distribution sites in National City and the Midway District.
Join Warehouse Prep Opportunity at Long Beach Community Table
Join Long Beach Community Table every Friday for a rewarding warehouse prep session from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, where volunteers help clean, organize, bag, and box essential items for community distribution. Your efforts will support our mission to source and distribute organic produce, nutritious food, and basic essentials to over 3,000 individuals each week, including homeless individuals, low-income families, students, seniors, and veterans. As a crucial part of an interconnected network addressing food insecurity in the Long Beach area, you'll help ensure that our community receives the resources they need. No prior experience is necessaryÑjust bring your enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference! Thank you for being a vital part of this important work!
Join Warehouse Prep Opportunity at Long Beach Community Table
Join Long Beach Community Table every Friday for a rewarding warehouse prep session from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, where volunteers help clean, organize, bag, and box essential items for community distribution. Your efforts will support our mission to source and distribute organic produce, nutritious food, and basic essentials to over 3,000 individuals each week, including homeless individuals, low-income families, students, seniors, and veterans. As a crucial part of an interconnected network addressing food insecurity in the Long Beach area, you'll help ensure that our community receives the resources they need. No prior experience is necessaryÑjust bring your enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference! Thank you for being a vital part of this important work!
Support New Village Girls Academy’s Winterfest
Every year we have this Winterfest event where we open it up to the public, invite CBO's and other agencies that we partner with to come and give back to the community while also sharing all the resources available to them. We will have music, food, drinks, games and lots of giveaways. We would like to be able to give out toys, clothes, and any winter related items that the community may need.
Distribute Food, Clothes, and Essentials to Those in Need with Long Beach Community Table
Every weekend, volunteers with Long Beach Community Table deliver fresh produce, nutritious food, toiletry essentials, shoes, socks, and clothing directly to individuals in areas of great need throughout Long Beach. This essential outreach effort ensures that vulnerable community members, including homeless individuals, low-income families, seniors, and those with disabilities, receive vital resources to support their health and well-being. By participating in this impactful initiative, volunteers play a crucial role in combating food insecurity and providing essential supplies to those who need them most, fostering a sense of community and support in the heart of Long Beach.
Distribute Food, Clothes, and Essentials to Those in Need with Long Beach Community Table
Every weekend, volunteers with Long Beach Community Table deliver fresh produce, nutritious food, toiletry essentials, shoes, socks, and clothing directly to individuals in areas of great need throughout Long Beach. This essential outreach effort ensures that vulnerable community members, including homeless individuals, low-income families, seniors, and those with disabilities, receive vital resources to support their health and well-being. By participating in this impactful initiative, volunteers play a crucial role in combating food insecurity and providing essential supplies to those who need them most, fostering a sense of community and support in the heart of Long Beach.
Help Distribute Meals and Water for the Unsheltered with Lucky Duck Foundation
The Lucky Duck Food and Water Initiative has distributed more than 1.8 million meals to San Diego's unsheltered neighbors since May 2020. Volunteers help by packing and/or distributing food and water for homeless outreach teams to distribute to individuals living on the streets. Volunteers are necessary to keep the program running, so please consider signing up. Volunteer events take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at our distribution sites in National City and the Midway District.
Wrap Gifts For WHCH’s Christmas Holiday Gathering
West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (WHCHC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affordable housing development corporation founded in 1986. With the stability of housing, we transform the lives of low-income individuals and families. Today, WHCHC continues to serve West Hollywood and has expanded into Los Angeles and neighboring areas. This event is held for families on a yearly basis to provide dinner and toy gifts to every child in our building. Volunteers are needed to help wrap gifts for the kids. Volunteers should call me at 213-268-0437. Volunteers can also let us know their availability times.
Spend Time with Kids at Hope Gardens Family Center
Union Rescue Mission is looking for volunteers to be role models, loving, very hands-on and ready to spend quality time with children 0-5 years old (Peeps) at Hope Gardens Family Center! Why do they need childcare? Their sheltered Moms have committed to a program and attend transformational classes. Hope Gardens offers childcare so that their Moms have zero distractions and can focus on their recovery. 18 years & Up - Background check required. PARTIAL SHIFTS ARE WELCOMED
Serve Dinner At WHCH’s Christmas Holiday Gathering
West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation (WHCHC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affordable housing development corporation founded in 1986. With the stability of housing, we transform the lives of low-income individuals and families. Today, WHCHC continues to serve West Hollywood and has expanded into Los Angeles and neighboring areas. We are looking to provide them with at least a toy for their children. We are in need of toy donations for: Ages 0-17 years of age:
Help Distribute Meals and Water for the Unsheltered with Lucky Duck Foundation
The Lucky Duck Food and Water Initiative has distributed more than 1.8 million meals to San Diego's unsheltered neighbors since May 2020. Volunteers help by packing and/or distributing food and water for homeless outreach teams to distribute to individuals living on the streets. Volunteers are necessary to keep the program running, so please consider signing up. Volunteer events take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at our distribution sites in National City and the Midway District.
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.