L.A. Works

NOTE: Please sign up for an available opportunity at least one (1) week in advance of the day/time you would like to volunteer for. Volunteers who sign up less than one (1) week in advance of the available day/time will not be accepted. If you do not receive a confirmaiton email from lamag@lacity.org, your volunteering sign up has not been approved. Quick Overview: Gallery Assistants will help with the daily operations of the gallery, including answering the gallery’s phone, greeting and engaging with visitors, and light administrative work. Volunteers will also help in ensuring the gallery’s policies are upheld during exhibition and non-exhibition hours. Mission or Broader Program Description: The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery’s mission is to be responsive to the human experience. Established in 1954, the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is the longest running institution in Los Angeles devoted solely to exhibiting art. The gallery focuses on artists from Los Angeles – in particular underrepresented artists whose work may not otherwise have found a platform. Our exhibitions, educational and public programs aim to inspire conversation about the contemporary issues and ideas that resonate most with the people of Los Angeles. Many local artists who have exhibited at the gallery have gone on to become fixtures of the international art world, including Eleanor Antin, John Baldessari, Mark Bradford, Vija Celmins, David Hammons, Barbara Kruger, Kerry James Marshall, Senga Nengudi, Catherine Opie and Ed Ruscha. Today, the gallery continues to build on this rich legacy, operating as a site of discovery for outstanding work by the city’s most exciting artists, from recent graduates to practitioners with years of experience. Offering free admission and programs, the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery serves as a welcoming space for everyone, regardless of their income level, personal history, ethnicity, sexual orientation, immigration status, religion or gender identity. Impact: Volunteers are valued members of the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery team. Your volunteer efforts contribute to the successful operations of the gallery and visitor experience, and help further the gallery’s mission to be responsive to the human experience. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to learn and be a part of the day-to-day operations of a contemporary art gallery. Requirements: 18 years or older, must be comfortable with public speaking and following verbal and written direction. Must be willing to commit to at least one day a week during available gallery days and hours. Accessibility: Accommodations may be provided upon request. To ensure availability, please make your request at least seventy two hours prior to your visit. To secure Sign Language Interpreters, five or more business days’ notice is required.

Los Angeles, CA

10/17/18 12:00 PM +more

Agency Description: Our mission is to help promising, yet educationally underserved and economically disadvantaged students reach high school graduation and have access to higher education through programs that also contribute to systemic change. Program Description: The Fulfillment Fund's Group Mentoring Program will place 8-10 middle school students in a classroom setting with 1-2 caring adult volunteer mentors. Through supportive and consistent mentoring relationships, students are motivated and inspired to reach their fullest potential. The curriculum is focused on the social and emotional development of the students while learning about college access information. Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: A Fulfillment Fund mentor is a trusted guide, an encouraging, positive force in a student's life. Our mentors commit to being part of the program for one year, with the intention of continuing through middle school graduation. Mentors will meet with their students in a group setting once a week on Wednesday's from 3:30pm-4:45pm. Mentors will then meet with the Mentor Program Advisor for a 15 minute debrief about how the day went and to answer any questions you might have. All curriculum and materials are provided by the Fulfillment Fund. All we ask is that you show up and have a fun time with the students. Time Commitment: Wednesday from 3:30pm-5pm. Special Instructions: Mentors in our program will receive ongoing training opportunities and support from full-time Mentor Program Advisors (MPAs) that help facilitate the mentoring relationship. Mentors will be interviewed, screened, trained, and complete a livescan before the start of the program. Benefits: The opportunity to be a positive influence and role model in a young person's life. Greater connectedness to the community and the feeling of "giving back." The ability to help guide a student on the path to college and success. Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com. *This project is created, organized and managed by our nonprofit partner. Once you click on EXPRESS INTEREST below a staff person from that organization will contact you to follow up.

Los Angeles, CA

10/17/18 3:30 PM +more

*NOTE - All volunteers must complete PATH's Volunteer Packet (i.e. TB test and background check) prior to your first volunteer time slot. Please disregard LA Works' automatic email. A PATH representative will email you about a week after signing up for a slot. Thank you! Quick Overview: Read books and play games with the toddlers at PATH Gramercy's daycare facility while their mothers are attending our life skills and empowerment workshop. L.A. Works volunteers will visit the center to spend time reading, playing and caring for the kids while their parents attend classes and workshops. PATH Overview: PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) is a California-wide nonprofit agency that has been dedicated to ending homelessness for individuals, families, and communities since 1984. We operate over 25 locations from San Jose down to San Diego, including multiple interim housing facilities, case management offices, and permanent supportive housing sites throughout Los Angeles County. We have permanently housed over 7,500 families, Veterans, and chronically homeless adults since 2013, and we have set the ambitious but attainable goal of housing 10,000 by 2020. But we cannot do this alone. We are looking for committed volunteers to help babysit up to nine children (0 to 5 years old) while their moms attend on-site life skills and empowerment workshops. We truly appreciate your willingness to support! PATH Gramercy Overview: Gramercy is a six-month program that provides 15 interim housing units for young single mothers experiencing homelessness in the Metro LA area. The program provides resident families with personalized case management, counseling, educational assistance, job training & referrals, “Mommy and Me” group sessions, and on-site licensed childcare. *Requirements: A PATH representative will email you with our Volunteer Packet about a week after signing-up via LA Works. We will alert you once our HR Department processes your packet, which may take an additional week. After your packet is processed, you will be able to sign-up for volunteer slots moving forward. We will send you more information regarding parking as well. Age Requirements: All volunteers must be over the age of 18. PATH Policies: Please note this project does not accept volunteers who are trying to fulfill court ordered community service hours. Volunteers cannot bring guests who have not completed PATH's Volunteer Packet. There is no photography of clients allowed whatsoever, though we encourage group photos of volunteers! Feel free to tag us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/path.la) or Instagram (@pathpartners). Should you have any questions, feel free to contact pathvolunteers@epath.org, or contact 323.644.2242. We are in the office Monday through Friday between 8:00 am until about 4:30 pm. Thank you!

Los Angeles, CA

10/17/18 6:00 PM +more

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, we offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, we dedicate ourselves every day to Serving Hope in our community Event Description: Our Breakfast program is part of our Homeless Well-Being Program. Our homeless and near-homeless brothers and sisters are welcome to join us for breakfast Monday through Friday at 7:30 am. We serve between 200 and 300 men and women each day. Help serve a hot breakfast meal in the morning before school or work to our 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: We 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. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Benefits: Have the oppportunity to serve the community, learn about homelessness in Los Angeles, and build realtionship with our homeless guests, staff and other volunteers.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 7:00 AM +more

SUBMIT A FORMAL APPLICATION HERE: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Education Program Assistant Volunteers: If educators are the brains of our classrooms, then our education program assistants are the sensory receptor neurons that keep us attentive and responsive! As an assistant in our classes you will be developing classroom management skills as you look out for the needs of our students and support our resident educator. If you are looking to get direct child development and education experience, this is the volunteer position for you! Mission: As part of ShareWell, our mission is to culltivate brave and generous thinkers. Through the arts, immersive play, and real-world action, we strive to guide children and youth to recognize injustice and possibility within their communities and beyond, and to take meaningful, collaborative and collective action to create a better future! Impact: As a volunteer, help us create and foster these thoughtful and creative spaces so that kids can learn more about themselves and the world! Fostering the heroes of tomorrow starts with you today! Playguide Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Helps prep the hour before class: Sets-up Classroom with tables, mats, art utensils, etc. Gathers Materials for scheduled activities Actively supports educator during class by assisting participants with activity if they need help and uses classroom management skills to make sure participants are following rules Flips classroom for next class session Qualifications: Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual Welcoming and patient personality that is comfortable interacting with parents Has a professional and positive approach to volunteering Desire to work with young children, ages 0-8, is essential Early Childhood experience preferred, but not required Age Restriction: Ages 18 and up Time Commitment: Minimum 1 day per week, 6 week commitment / full session, no exceptions SHIFT TIMES: dependent on session schedule Fall 2018 Session 2 – Nov 1 – Dec 14 (choose at least 1) Tues 8:30am – 11:30am Thurs 9:30am – 12:30pm Volunteer Application Process: Once finished submitting an application, every volunteer must go through an orientation, interview, background check, and training! Our application can be found here: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Please Note: For this volunteer position (once you are accepted) we may ask you to walk, stand, kneel, balance objects, crouch, crawl, sit, run, talk and hear, and/or lift/move objects up to 20 lbs. However accomodations can be made on an individual basis! Elevator acess is available.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 8:30 AM +more

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, we offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, we dedicate ourselves every day to Serving Hope in our community Event Description: Our Food Pantry distribution is part of our Family Well-Being Program. Low-income families and individuals from the community can come once a week for groceries. They select from a collection of grocery items, including a variety of fresh produce, bread, and canned goods. Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities: Volunteers will first help staff sort, organize, and shelve grocery items and produce and, second, to help distribute them to families and individuals in need. Requirements: Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothing. Time Commitment: Volunteers are needed from Wednesday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Age Restrictions: We 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. . The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Benefits: Volunteers have the opportunity to help us "serve hope" in the Los Angeles community, learn about hunger and other issues facing many in the community, and build relationships with our guests, staff and fellow volunteers.

Los Angeles, CA

10/24/18 9:30 AM +more

Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: 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. Impact: You will be collecting beautiful fresh fruit that would otherwise get thrown away, and donating 100% to local food banks, pantries, and shelters. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers help us pick fruit from trees and pack it into boxes to be donated. Volunteers should be comfortable picking fruit and carrying boxes of fruit. Wear comfortable work clothing and close-toed shoes, and bring water to drink. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 5 years old, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer**

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 9:30 AM

Quick Overview: Volunteers assist clients in selecting their food, answers their questions, help them navigate the pantry efficiently, sort boxes of canned items, separate fresh produce into appropriate portions, and ensure proper pantry set up. Mission or Broader Program Description: Our Mission is to provide working poor families, as well as homeless men, women and children of all ages, with the inner resources and tools to become productive, stable and self-supporting members of the community. Impact: Last year the Food Pantry provided enough food for clients to prepare 145,000 healthy meals at home; over half of these meals were prepared in households with young children or seniors. The Pantry also offers a variety of classes and workshops that help meet the complex physical, social, and emotional needs of our clients. The program is an important gateway to St. Joseph Center’s array of programs that can help clients make significant progress toward self-sufficiency. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: In addition to helping clients navigate the pantry volunteers will also filter food into the pantry from storage and create pre-packaged “emergency” food bags. Requirements: 18 years or older, works well with others and available on Thursdays from 9:30am-12:15pm. Able to lift up to 25lbs. Bilingual Spanish speakers are a plus. Bilingual Russian speakers greatly needed. * Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 9:30 AM +more

Quick Overview: Volunteers assist with sorting, hanging and folding clothing donations within the food pantry. Mission or Broader Program Description: St. Joseph Center's mission is to provide working poor families, as well as homeless men, women and children of all ages, with the inner resources and tools to become productive, stable and self-supporting members of the community. Impact: Last year the Food Pantry provided enough food for clients to prepare 145,000 healthy meals at home; over half of these meals were prepared in households with young children or seniors. The Pantry also offers a variety of classes and workshops that help meet the complex physical, social, and emotional needs of our clients. The program is an important gateway to St. Joseph Center’s array of programs that can help clients make significant progress toward self-sufficiency. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: In addition to folding and sorting clothing donations volunteers will also hang on rolling rack and place upstairs for pantry clients to access donations. Requirements: 18 years or older, works well with others, good organizational skills and efficient. Bilingual Spanish speakers are a plus. Bilingual Russian speakers greatly needed.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 9:30 AM

Baby2Baby's mission is to provide low-income children ages 0-12 years with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. Impact: Your volunteer efforts sorting and organizing the donations that we receive is key to Baby2Baby achieving our mission. Baby2Baby receives thousands of donations each week and it is with the help of volunteers that we are able to ensure that every item that is distributed is of the highest quality and makes every child feel deserving and dignified. It is with the help of our volunteers that we are then able to distribute these items to the 180,000 children that we are set to serve this year. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Our volunteers help with a range of different activities to ensure that every item that leaves Baby2Baby is held to our Golden Standard. Each item that is donated to Baby2Baby is inspected with the greatest care by our hard working volunteer groups to ensure that all clothing is free of stains and holes, toys are clean and ready to use, and every item is something you would give to a child you love. Volunteers also help to create customized gift bags for the children we serve and stock an overflowing shopping area where our partners choose items for the low-income children they work with daily. Requirements: We require that children volunteering are over the age of 7. Volunteers ages 7 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers ages 13 to 17 must have our waiver signed by parent or guardian. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Additional Details: - There is metered street parking in the surrounding areas of our two locations. We also suggest carpooling whenever possible. - We recommend activewear and closed-toe shoes - our volunteer projects involves a lot of moving so we want you to be comfortable! - We also encourage you to bring a filled reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. Accessibility: - Our sites are accessible for all assistive mobility devices. - Hablamos Español (Spanish speakers available if needed).

Culver City, CA

10/18/18 10:30 AM +more

SUBMIT A FORMAL APPLICATION HERE: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Education Program Prep Volunteers: These volunteers are our resident artists!! They help us create our collage assortments, think up of newfangled ways to paint, and build the frameworks to our recycled DIY cities. They are the foundation makers for the art projects that our families enjoy creating at the museum. If you love the pure joy that comes with crafting and helping others, then this easy-going volunteer position is for you! Every week we have different craft projects to prepare, so you'll never get bored! Mission: As part of ShareWell, our mission is to culltivate brave and generous thinkers. Through the arts, immersive play, and real-world action, we strive to guide children and youth to recognize injustice and possibility within their communities and beyond, and to take meaningful, collaborative and collective action to create a better future! Impact: As a volunteer, help us create and foster these thoughtful and creative spaces so that kids can learn more about themselves and the world! Fostering the heroes of tomorrow starts with you today! Playguide Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Takes on various arts & crafts projects in preparation for classes, field trips, off-site programs Effectively communicates with program coordinator to get projects completed Organizes materials and supplies according to projects and staff’s needs Qualifications: Should be enthusiastic about arts/crafts! Previous art experience desired, but not necessary Must be able to assemble multi-step projects and cut out intricate shapes; strong motor skills necessary Has a professional and positive approach to volunteering Age Restriction: Ages 16 and up Time Commitment: Minimum bi-weekly (every other week) shifts, minimum 3 month commitment SHIFT TIMES: Wed or Thurs 1 - 4:00pm Volunteer Application Process: Once finished submitting an application, every volunteer must go through an orientation, interview, background check, and training! Our application can be found here: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Please Note: For this volunteer position (once you are accepted) we may ask you to walk, stand, kneel, balance objects, crouch, crawl, sit, run, talk and hear, and/or lift/move objects up to 20 lbs. However accomodations can be made on an individual basis! Elevator acess is available.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 1:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: Learn about how you can mentor a parent or child transitioning out of homelessness through Imagine LA's unique Family Mentorship and Empowerment program. This info session will tell you more about our Family Empowerment and Mentorship program, what you will do as a volunteer mentor, and the steps to becoming a volunteer mentor. Mission or Broader Program Description: Imagine LA has been interrupting the cycle of family homelessness, poverty and neglect in Los Angeles since 2008. Our innovative Family Empowerment & Mentorship model utilizes intensive family case management and supercharges it with mentorship and access to private and public resources. Impact: Mentors play an incredibly supportive role in the lives of the families they serve. You will walk with the family as they reach their financial, educational, and job-readiness goals and stabilize their lives after homelessness. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Mentors will work individually with one member of a formerly homeless family. You can be paired with a child or parent of your same gender, or be a financial wellness mentor for the head of the household. Requirements: Mentors must be over the age of 21. We will walk you through the application process and all other program requirements at the info session. Optional items to consider Accessibility: There is an elevator to our second floor office.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 2:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: 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. Impact: You will be collecting beautiful fresh fruits and vegetables that would otherwise get thrown away, and donating 100% to local food banks, pantries, and shelters. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join the Volunteer Glean Team to help us collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at your local 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. Wear comfortable work clothing and close-toed shoes, and bring water to drink. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 12 years old, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Thousand Oaks, CA

10/18/18 5:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: Roll and pass out burritos to our homeless neighbors with fellow volunteers with our mobile food truck! Mission or Broader Program Description: Each weeknight, Share a Meal volunteers, with the help of our mobile food truck, roll over 150 burritos to pass out to the homeless along with waters. We strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our community. Impact: Last year we donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles, engaged hundreds of local volunteers, and we recognized by Los Angeles City Hall and the Obama Administration. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: To volunteer in Venice, every Thursday night, meet us at 3rd street, a 1/2 block south of Rose Ave. in Venice at 6:45pm - look for the bright orange food truck! We roll burritos and eat until 7:45pm and distribute food and eater until 9pm. Requirements: Please wear close-toed shoes.

Los Angeles, CA

10/18/18 7:00 PM +more

Join us at the Audubon Center at Debs Park's nursery to cultivate native vegetation and recreate a natural, sustainable park-scape. WHO: 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. WHEN: The 3rd Friday of every month at 9 am WHERE: Northeast LA, exact address to be disclosed once you register below. WHY: Help maintain a school garden in order to provide nourishment & education for kids. ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy to moderate REQUIREMENTS: Must be an RSVP Member ACCESSIBILITY: Street parking only. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by an L.A. Works Volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, CA

10/19/18 9:00 AM +more

SUBMIT A FORMAL APPLICATION HERE: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Visitor Services Volunteers assist the Front Desk and Visitor Services staff to make sure that all of our guests and families are up-to-date with all of the super fun stuff going on at the Zimmer! From greeting families as they enter the museum, to providing information about classes and programs, Team Visitor Services volunteers are an outgoing bunch! Mission: As part of ShareWell, our mission is to culltivate brave and generous thinkers. Through the arts, immersive play, and real-world action, we strive to guide children and youth to recognize injustice and possibility within their communities and beyond, and to take meaningful, collaborative and collective action to create a better future! Impact: As a volunteer, help us create and foster these thoughtful and creative spaces so that kids can learn more about themselves and the world! Fostering the heroes of tomorrow starts with you today! Playguide Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Provides information to visitors regarding public programs and membership Welcomes all guests Provides additional front desk phone support as needed Escorts guests to the downstairs level of museum as needed Assists with survey distribution and collection Makes sure that front desk area and upstairs lobby are cleanly and organized Qualifications: Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual Comfortable interacting with diverse groups of people Outgoing, welcoming, and patient personality! Has a professional and positive approach to volunteering Age Restriction: Ages 17 and up Time Commitment: at least one 2 hour shift per month, minimum 6-month commitment SHIFT TIMES: Tuesdays 10-12, 12-2; Fridays 10-12, 12-2 Volunteer Application Process: Once finished submitting an application, every volunteer must go through an orientation, interview, background check, and training! Our application can be found here: http://zimmer.sharewell.org/volunteer/ Please Note: For this volunteer position (once you are accepted) we may ask you to walk, stand, kneel, balance objects, crouch, crawl, sit, run, talk and hear, and/or lift/move objects up to 20 lbs. However accomodations can be made on an individual basis! Elevator acess is available.

Los Angeles, CA

10/19/18 10:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Volunteers assist clients in selecting their food, answers their questions, help them navigate the pantry efficiently, sort boxes of canned items, separate fresh produce into appropriate portions, and ensure proper pantry set up. Mission or Broader Program Description: Our Mission is to provide working poor families, as well as homeless men, women and children of all ages, with the inner resources and tools to become productive, stable and self-supporting members of the community. Impact: Last year the Food Pantry provided enough food for clients to prepare 145,000 healthy meals at home; over half of these meals were prepared in households with young children or seniors. The Pantry also offers a variety of classes and workshops that help meet the complex physical, social, and emotional needs of our clients. The program is an important gateway to St. Joseph Center’s array of programs that can help clients make significant progress toward self-sufficiency. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: In addition to helping clients navigate the pantry volunteers will also filter food into the pantry from storage and create pre-packaged “emergency” food bags. Requirements: 18 years or older, works well with others and available on Fridays from 12:30pm-3:15pm. Bilingual Spanish speakers are a plus. Bilingual Russian speakers greatly needed.

Los Angeles, CA

10/19/18 12:30 PM +more

What: Prepare nutritious grocery bags for those living with HIV/AIDS. AIDS Project LA (APLA) is dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by HIV disease, reducing the incidence of HIV infection, and advocating for fair and effective HIV-related public policy. Volunteer Project: Throughout the month, L.A. Works volunteers help prepare grocery and nutrition bags for distribution through the Necessities of Life Program, which provides food and other basic necessities to low-income people living with HIV/AIDS. Special Note: AIDS Project L.A. policy prohibits the following: tank tops, sleeveless shirts, sandals or open-toe shoes. All Minors: Any volunteer under the age of 18 must bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com. Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. If you would like to volunteer for this opportunity, please click on the SIGN UP button. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by an L.A. Works Volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, CA

10/19/18 5:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: Roll and pass out burritos to our homeless neighbors with fellow volunteers with our mobile food truck! Mission or Broader Program Description: Each weeknight, Share a Meal volunteers, with the help of our mobile food truck, roll over 150 burritos to pass out to the homeless along with waters. We strongly believe in the mission of sharing a meal, a smile, and a human interaction with the most marginalized population in our community. Impact: Last year we donated over 40,000 meals to those in need across Los Angeles, engaged hundreds of local volunteers, and we recognized by Los Angeles City Hall and the Obama Administration. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: To volunteer in Downtown, every Friday, look for the orange food truck at 645 New High Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012 at 6:45pm. We roll burritos and eat until 8pm before distributing the food and water from 8-9pm. Requirements: Please wear close-toed shoes.

Los Angeles, CA

10/26/18 7:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: Help beautify and restore the natural flora and fauna of Debs Park. We ask you to join us in removing undesirable weeds and watering our native restoration areas. With your help, we can make Northeast LA a bird friendly community. Mission or Broader Program Description: The Center’s mission is to inspire people to experience, understand and care for the local natural world. The nature-based education and community programs at Debs Park are designed to engage children and their families in the outdoor world, and to give them a personal stake in its protection by making environmental issues relevant to their lives. The Center is operated by Audubon California, a state field program of National Audubon Society, and is a vital part of Audubon’s national outreach initiative to engage Latino audiences. The Center, which is surrounded by predominately Latino neighborhoods, is a unique gathering place and dynamic focal point for outdoor recreation, environmental education and conservation action. Impact: We are a field program of the National Audubon Society, one of the oldest conservation organizations in the country. We are situated in the largest piece of public open space in the lower Los Angeles River Watershed. The Center is a vital and unique gathering place for the Northeast LA community. Our mission is to inspire people to experience, understand, and care for the local natural world. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join us in and around our native plant nursery where we propagate plants and maintain habitat restoration sites. Activities include watering, weeding, mulching, berm building and repair, seed collection, processing and sowing, potting, and planting. Learn about native plants and local bird species as you restore important native habitat within more than 17 acres around the center. Put your hands in some soil and bird while you build habitat! We need you, but more importantly, our neighBIRDS need you! Requirements: 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. Please fill out the downloadable waiver below and bring it with you to your first day.

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 8:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Volunteer event staff will observe and monitor guest activities and ensure the safe and smooth operation of the event. Volunteers will also periodically empty trash bins, answer questions from guests and vendors, etc. Shifts and Positions: Many positions available; 4-hour shifts. Mission or Broader Program Description: EarthFestLA Concert for the Environment is California Greenworks' flagship community event and fundraiser. The goal of EarthFest is to bring people together on a beautiful Saturday and celebrate the Mother Earth, Sustainability, Health, Wellness, Music, and all other good things in life. California Greenworks is an environmental nonprofit with over a decade of experience working with disadvantaged communities in South Los Angeles. Our mission is: to foster future environmentalists through environmental education in urban schools; to improve urban life through community revitalization; to advocate for sustainable economics by supporting green businesses. Impact: Volunteers will ensure guests have a good experience at EarthFestLA and help raise awareness of environmental, health, wellness and science hot topics. For more details: email haleyfeng@calgrnwks.org Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.

Culver City, CA

10/20/18 8:00 AM

Quick Overview: Help beautify and restore the natural flora and fauna of Steelhead Park. We ask you to join us in planting, removing undesirable weeds, and watering our native restoration areas. With your help, we can make the LA River watershed a bird friendly community. Mission or Broader Program Description: The Center’s mission is to inspire people to experience, understand and care for the local natural world. The nature-based education and community programs at Debs Park are designed to engage children and their families in the outdoor world, and to give them a personal stake in its protection by making environmental issues relevant to their lives. The Center is operated by Audubon California, a state field program of National Audubon Society, and is a vital part of Audubon’s national outreach initiative to engage Latino audiences. The Center, which is surrounded by predominately Latino neighborhoods, is a unique gathering place and dynamic focal point for outdoor recreation, environmental education and conservation action. Impact: Your efforts will improve the overall health of the Los Angeles River through habitat enhancement. Growing and planting California native plants throughout the park will also increase the biodiversity of the LA River. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: This event will mark the beginning of our planting season at Steelhead Park this year. Join us to plant native plants at our adopted pocket park! Other activities include weeding, trash collection, raking, and removing invasive plants. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Requirements: 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.

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 9:00 AM

Join us for our 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! 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. We are located at the end of the road on the left-hand side. We will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. Thank you for volunteering!

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 9:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Help us get the holiday season started on the right foot! We've got thousands of books that need to be wrapped and less time than you think to do it all! Mission or Broader Program Description: Child Care Resource Center cultivates child, family, and community wellbeing. Impact: with your help, CCRC will provide every child in Head Start a new toy and age appropriate book for the holiday season. Additionally, at our distribution event, children from the community have the opporunity to come to the office to participate in activites and take home a wrapped toy and book. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Saturdays leading up to the holidays, volunteers will be wrapping and sorting books and toys that will be distributed amongst the community. All materials will be provided. Requirements: Volunteers must be 16 years of year or older and be able to lift up to 30lbs. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Additional Details: we will have giveaway goodies for all volunteers who donate their time.

Los Angeles, CA

10/27/18 9:00 AM +more

L.A. Regional Food Bank provides food support to numerous community agencies serving Los Angeles, ranging from large homeless shelters that feed hundreds of people a day to small daycare programs. It is the second largest foodbank operating in the United States. Volunteer Project: Come on down with fellow L.A. Works volunteers to sort, stack and shelve valuable food to distribute to the hungry throughout Los Angeles. Make someone's day or dinner! Requirements: ALL volunteers must bring a signed L.A. Regional Food Bank Release Form. Volunteers under 18 must have both the Foodbank and an L.A. Works Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors signed by a parent/guardian Volunteers for this project must be at least 14 years of age. Please arrive between 8:20am - 8:40am for parking and check-in. Dress Code: Casual attire and closed-toe shoes. Prohibited attire: tank tops, sleeveless shirts, sandals, open-toed or high-heeled shoes. Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com. Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. If you would like to volunteer for this opportunity, please click on the SIGN UP button. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by an L.A. Works Volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, CA

11/10/18 9:00 AM +more

What: Give manicures, play bingo, karaoke, and other games with seniors. Hallmark Cheviot Hills Assisted Living is a supportive community atmosphere of 77 retirees and seniors, which offers well-being services and social activities for its residents. Volunteer Project: L.A. Works volunteers provide companionship and support to the seniors of Hallmark Cheviot Hills Assisted Living. Volunteers visit with seniors in the facility, working together on art & craft activities, playing games (Bingo!), singing Karaoke and sharing really great stories. Volunteers also help out doing manicures for some of the residents. The seniors of Hallmark Cheviot Hills really appreciate the regular monthly visits from L.A. Works volunteers. Come join us for two hours of fun with the residents! These activities put a big smile on everyone's faces. Age Requirement: Volunteers for this project must be at least 8 years of age. Minors: Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. Volunteers under 13 years of age will also need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Federal Law prohibits volunteers under the age of 13 from registering on-line. To sign up a family member under the age of 13, sign yourself up and then email the project leader directly to let her/him know. Or, form a family volunteer team, include your children as team members, and then sign your team up for the project. Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com. Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. If you would like to volunteer for this opportunity, please click on the SIGN UP button. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by an L.A. Works Volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, CA

12/15/18 10:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Work with community members in workshops designed to help them find quality employment. Topics include resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, financial literacy and more. Mission or Broader Program Description: St. Vincent de Paul provides many resources to community members in need through their Vincentian services, and L.A. Works is partnering with them to provide a comprehensive series of volunteer-led workshops to prepare anyone interested to find the best employment they possibly can. The RSVP program at L.A. Works has a special focus on employment support for people 18 and older, and this project is a part of that larger effort. Impact: Your choice to volunteer in a job workshop at St. Vincent de Paul is a choice to share your invaluable career experience with people who really need it. The importance of this cannot be overstated; especially in these difficult times, the simple lessons you've learned from your jobs and job searches could make the difference between supporting a family and having nowhere to go for someone in our neighborhood. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: As a volunteer, you will assist the workshop leader in delivering curriculum. This will include working one-on-one with clients to revise their resume, conduct a mock interview, etc. depending on the workshop topic. You're not responsible for curriculum! The workshop leader takes care of all that. Requirements: Participants must be age 55 or older to participate in RSVP events such as this. ANY employment experience is enough to make your presence valuable.

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 10:00 AM

Quick Overview: We recently received 35 drought tolerant trees, and we need help to plant them. Volunteers will able to take a morning tour of the center and learn about the gibbons and our work. Mission or Broader Program Description: Founded in 1976 by Alan Richard Mootnick, the Gibbon Conservation Center (GCC) houses the rarest group of small Asian apes in the Western Hemisphere. We currently house 39 gibbons, representing five species. All are on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species list. One of them, the northern white-cheeked gibbon, is critically endangered. The mission of the GCC is to promote the conservation, study and care of gibbons through public education and habitat preservation. We educate the public about gibbons, threats to their survival, and the actions the public can take to protect them. Each year, GCC provides educational tours for veterinarians, anthropology students, graduate students, K-12 school children, scout troops and animal lovers of all ages. We also encourage noninvasive behavioral studies to increase global knowledge and understanding of gibbons, both captive and wild, as well as support ongoing field conservation projects in their countries of origin. Impact: The trees will provide shade for the gibbons and our visitors, they will provide a visual barrier where necessary and they will help to beautify the place. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: The volunteers will help move the trees to their final location, dig holes, plant the trees and water them. Requirements: We will provide tools, gloves, and the trees. Volunteers will be able to join the public tour at 10 am, and after the tour, we will start planting. Volunteers should wear comfortable closed toe shoes, clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Bring a hat and plenty of water to drink. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.

Santa Clarita, CA

10/20/18 10:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Join us at George F Canyon Nature Center every 3rd Saturday from 10am to 11am for a fun volunteer day for the whole family! Volunteers will learn about environmental stewardship while engaging in fun activities in our demonstration garden. Great for all ages! Requirements: Children under the age of 15 must come with parent supervision. All participants are required to wear close-toed shoes and outdoor appropriate clothing. Seeking families! Mission or Broader Program Description: The mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) is to "preserve land and restore habitat for the education and enjoyment of all." Impact: It will get families outdoors and more educated about enviromental issues from a young age Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Families will help with garden activities while learning from our naturalist

Rolling Hills Estates, CA

10/20/18 10:00 AM

Quick Overview: Urban Scholar Academy is seeking volunteers to assist on the day of our Harvest Festival. Volunteers will prepare decorations and assist with games & activities on Saturday, October 20th, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mission or Broader Program Description: Urban Scholar Academy is an Inglewood non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of urban youth through academic enrichment & community service opportunities. Impact: Your volunteerism will impact the organization greatly. Our Harvest Fesitval is the organization's annual fundraiser. We use this event to raise funds in an effort to provide scholarships and additional funding for the general operation of Urban Scholar Academy. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will help decorate the academy facility, prepare gift-bags, and setup/facilitate games. Requirements: Individuals must be 18 years of age and have experience volunteering (desired not required). Optional items to consider Additional Details: Snacks & Lunch will Be Provided

Inglewood, CA

10/20/18 11:00 AM

Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: 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. Impact: You will be collecting beautiful fresh fruits and vegetables that would otherwise get thrown away, and donating 100% to local food banks, pantries, and shelters. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join the Volunteer Glean Team to help us collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at your local 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. Wear comfortable work clothing and close-toed shoes, and bring water to drink. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 12 years old, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Pasadena, CA

10/20/18 11:30 AM +more

Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: 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. Impact: You will be collecting beautiful fresh fruits and vegetables that would otherwise get thrown away, and donating 100% to local food banks, pantries, and shelters. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join the Volunteer Glean Team to help us collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at your local 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. Wear comfortable work clothing and close-toed shoes, and bring water to drink. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 12 years old, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Torrance, CA

10/20/18 12:00 PM +more

Quick Overview: We are working to fight hunger and food waste in Southern California, and we'd love to have you join us. Mission or Broader Program Description: 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. Impact: You will be collecting beautiful fresh fruits and vegetables that would otherwise get thrown away, and donating 100% to local food banks, pantries, and shelters. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join the Volunteer Glean Team to help us collect donations of fresh produce from vendors at your local 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. Wear comfortable work clothing and close-toed shoes, and bring water to drink. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 12 years old, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Calabasas, CA

10/20/18 12:00 PM +more

Are you passionate about helping a new generation of high school students achieve their college dreams and fulfill their goals? If so, become a mentor with Minds Matter - you'll work directly with a student for up to three years and help set them up for success in college and beyond by sharing your hard earned wisdom. You will build a relationship with your student that can truly last a lifetime! Minds Matter is an organization dedicated to preparing motivated and bright students from low-income families to succeed in college. We work with students beginning in their sophomore year of high school all the way through their graduation from high school, both on academics (test prep, writing) and on life skills (time management, financial literacy, leadership). Each student is paired with two mentors who stay with them through the duration of the program. The vast majority of our students will be the first from their families to attend college, and we strive to give them the tools they need to thrive in college and in life. As a mentor, you will work with the same student for all three years, helping them understand their goals and potential, supporting them as they navigate the various projects that are part of the program (such as applying to summer programs at universities across the country and defending a position in a full debate), and providing them individual encouragement and guidance. For more information, visit the Minds Matter LA website at http://mindsmatterla.org/ o r email us at info@mindsmatterla.org. To apply, fill out the application at https://tfaforms.com/310839 Mentor Commitment: * Participate every Saturday during the academic school year from 12pm-2:30pm (approx 25 sessions/year, at USC) * Attend at least 75% of the Saturday sessions * Check in with your student and your co-mentor on a weekly phone call Notable Minds Matter LA facts: 6 graduating classes - 85 graduates 100% of program graduates have been accepted to 4 year colleges, including Stanford, Harvard, Princeton, other Ivy League colleges, UC Berkeley, UCLA, among others Scholarships recipients - 7 Millennium Gates Scholar, 3 Milken Scholars, 2 Posse Scholars, 1 Jack Kent Cooke Scholar Notable internships - McKinsey Research Center, Mayor's Office (Los Angeles) Notable job placements - Disney Animation, Teach For America, Barclays

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 12:30 PM +more

What: Take seniors on an excursion to a neighborhood 99 cent store. Alexandria Care Center is a skilled nursing facility that provides both short-term rehabilitation to get elderly clients healthy and back home and long-term care for those requiring 24-hour assistance. Volunteer Project: The elderly clients at Alexandria Care Center don't always have the chance to get out of their rooms very much. To boost their spirits and get some fresh air, they're offered a weekend excursion to the neighborhood 99 Cent Store! Shopping for great deals is one of their monthly highlights! Come provide a much needed shopping trip along with great companionship, lively talk and needed sunshine. Special Note: Volunteers are asked to help transport seniors to the 99 Cent store by pushing them in wheelchairs approximately 8 blocks round trip. If you feel that you may not physically be able to do this, please email the Project Leader below before signing up to see if alternative arrangements can be made. Bilingual (Spanish, Armenian, Korean, or Tagalog & English) skills are helpful. Age Requirement: Volunteers for this project must be at least 13 years of age. Minors: Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. Volunteers under 16 years of age will also need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Accessibility: L.A. Works firmly believes that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. If you feel you need accommodations to participate in this project please email us at info@laworks.com. Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. If you would like to volunteer for this opportunity, please click on the SIGN UP button. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for our nonprofit partner and is led by an L.A. Works Volunteer Project Leader. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, CA

11/3/18 2:00 PM +more

Our Mission: Drive research, expand knowledge, and advance care for the NF community. Our Vision: End NF. About Neurofibromatosis Neurofibromatosis, or NF, is a genetic disorder that affects 1 in every 3,000 people. It causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body, and can lead to deafness, blindness, disfigurement, bone abnormalities, learning disabilities, disabling pain, and cancer. NF occurs in all populations equally, and there is not yet a cure. About Children's Tumor Foundation Founded in 1978, the Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) began as the first grassroots organization solely dedicated to the goal of finding treatments for NF. Today, CTF is a highly recognized national nonprofit foundation, the leading force in the fight to end NF, and a model for other innovative research endeavors. Program Description: 2016 NF Glow Walk to raise awareness and contributions to support kids and families afflicted with Neurofibromatosis disorders. This is a special event that is so meaningful and important for those with NF and cancers! Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: Setup & Tear Down, Support the staff, help on the walk route, raffle, booth & games, face painting, registration, T-shirts, food/drinks... lots of ways to help us! Time Commitment: 3 hour shift Requirements: Joyce & Ron will be training on sight. Please email Joyce with contact info! joycecpmarks@gmail.com. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Benefits: Intrinsic value of seeing the NF children enjoy themselves and receive love from all of us! Letters of appreciation and time volunteered for School groups! *This project is created, organized and managed by our nonprofit partner. Once you click on EXPRESS INTEREST below a staff person from that organization will contact you to follow up.

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 4:30 PM

Quick Overview: We need help with setup, registration, raffle, fundraising collection points, game booths, the walk route, assisting me & the other co-chair, the food, setup & cleanup. See below for volunteer schedule of times. Mission or Broader Program Description: California Chapter of the Children’s Tumor Foundation is having our 13th Annual LA 5K Walk on Sunday, October 20, 2018 at CBS Studio Center hosted by CBS weathercaster Josh Rubenstein, Freeform's star of Young and Hungry, Jonathan Sadowski & Tim Conway, Jr. and supported by NY Jets kicker Nick Folk located at 4024 Radford Ave. Studio City, CA. Last year members of the community raised over $150,000. It is a night walk with a glow in the dark theme and there will be food, wine, beer, kids carnival, and celebrity karaoke at the afterparty. Registration opens at 4:30pm and the 5k run starts at 5:30 the walk starts at 6:00pm. afterparty with karaoke will be from 7:00 - 8:00pm. Please join us to help raise critical money and awareness for one of the most common genetic disorders (neurofibromatosis) that you have never heard of. There is no treatment and no cure at this time. Please see ctf.org or http://www.ctf.org/events/los-angeles-nf-glow-walk. Impact: We raise funds for awareness and ultimately for research of Neurofibromatosis (NF). NF is a genetic disorder that occurs in 1/3000 people. It's a lifelong disorder that causes tumors to grow on their nervous systems. leading to blindness, bone abnormalitites; amputations, and can lead to death. These funds also help with patient and family support. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Please indicate which volunteer oportunity you would prefer. I will try to put you in that position: Setup starting at 2 PM, ending at 4 PM Registration is 4:30 PM - 6 PM Raffle, raffle ticket sales and fundraising collection points, game booths, food will be from 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM Walk route volunteers needed 4:30 PM - 7 PM Cape distribution table 4:30-7:30 PM Silent Auction table 4:30 - 8 PM Walk clean up 7 PM - 9 PM Requirements: A cell phone would be helpful for volunteers in registration and raffle ticket sales. We can download an app for payment of registration and/or raffle tickets via credit card. This will not affect your phone service at all. If interested please email joycecpmarks@gmail.com or call me at (310) 897-3034 and leave a message! Thank you so much!

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 4:30 PM

Quick Overview: There will be cocktails, great food, fabulous music, and a silent auction, featuring one-of-a-kind objects, experiences, and art for sale with all proceeds supporting our programs and exhibitions. Mission or Broader Program Description: Exploring the leading edge of craft, art, and design, CAFAM gives audience to diverse makers and artists whose work is often not represented in larger art institutions. Tying into exhibitions, CAFAM coordinates a robust roster of hands-on workshops led by professional artists and instructors. CAFAM enjoys collaborating with community organizations throughout Los Angeles to draw artists and crafters from across the city together for work on group projects and for special events. Impact: Your support during our gala will help continue to support more affordable craft workshops for the community and exhibitions. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: We'll need support from volunteers in registrations/check-in, silent auction staff, gallery staff, bar, and floaters/runners. Requirements: Please be sure to wear comfortable shoes and if possible, dress in all black. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.

Los Angeles, CA

10/20/18 5:30 PM

Join us as we gear up for one of SoCal’s largest cancer fundraising events, the 21st Annual LA Cancer Challenge on Sunday, October 21st. The LA Cancer Challenge benefits the Hirshberg Foundation for pancreatic cancer who is focused on finding a cure for pancreatic cancer and empowering the patients and families whose lives are touched by this disease. Established in 1997, the foundation funds groundbreaking scientific research provides patient education and support and sustains hope that this cancer will be eradicated once and for all. We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help us prepare for the LA Cancer Challenge, and fill a variety of positions on event day and event weekend. Bring your friends and family and help us get ready for this Halloween themed day of family fun benefiting pancreatic cancer research! Volunteers are needed for various duties throughout the event, some will include, cheering on runners, water distribution, registration, general set-up, expo booth assistance, raffle and more. We have lots of fun and easy ways to be part of the LACC and to show your support for families affected by cancer. Please sign-up in advance – individuals and groups welcome. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors (under 18) are attending projects. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Sign up today to volunteer by visiting, www.lancancerchalleng.com/volunteer If you have any questions please contact me directly at nathaly@pancreatic.org.

Los Angeles, CA

10/21/18 6:00 AM

Why Help us make a difference! Malignant pleural mesothelioma is an asbestos-related cancer with few treatment options and even fewer sources of research funding. Join us and walk in solidarity to honor those who have lost the fight against mesothelioma and pay tribute to those who are still fighting. All proceeds will benefit the mesothelioma research programs at both UCLA and the Pacific Mesothelioma Center. Support the fight against mesothelioma while enjoying a walk/hike with your friends, neighbors, and co-workers! Assisting the community has never been so easy or fun. Last year we raised $160,000-- help us break the record! The Pacific Mesothelioma Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical research institute committed to finding better treatment options for mesothelioma. PMC operates two research labs, on at its center in Los Angeles and the other at UCLA. Historically mesothelioma is an underfunded and underresearched form of cancer. Over 1/3 of mesothelioma victims are veterans. Volunteer Requirements Duties will range from helping participants register, T-shirts, cheering station, water stations, finish line, help with selling raffle tickets, help with raffle prizes, clean up at the end. We are able to provide students with volunteer hours if they need to fulfill a requirement as well. Your volunteer efforts would contribute to the overall success of The 5K Walk for Mesothelioma. Volunteers play a very vital role in the event running smoothly and efficiently. Requirements: Volunteers must be 14 years or older (if under 18 they must have a guardian sign a permission slip), must be able to walk and stand for different periods of time.

Agoura Hills, CA

10/21/18 7:30 AM