What: Help kids learn guitar and on their homework! Program mission: Cultivating hope and resilience to enrich the well-being of children, adults, families, and communities.Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: Each session strives to develop a lasting connection with a student through music and tutoring. Volunteers will assist with music lessons at the start of service and end with tutoring students in different subjects. We strive to create a supportive, fun, setting for learning. *Volunteers do not need any prior teaching experience. Time Commitment: Volunteers are encouraged to commit to at least three Saturdays in order to instill learning consistency for the kids in building up their reading levels and to develop a solid, trusting relationship with the students. Requirements: All volunteers on the premises must clear a Background Check once they’ve attended three consecutive sessions. Be a registered L.A. Works volunteer. If you are not, Register Now. Be at least 18 years of age. Benefits: Help kids learn to read better and see them grow and build their self-esteem! Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. *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

2/16/19 10:00 AM +more

Quick Overview: Learn about the vehicles on display at the Petersen and interact with guests by answering questions or engaging in conversation about our artifacts. Mission or Broader Program Description: This is section is for your mission or a specific program description to give your volunteers more context on the broader mission they’re serving Ex. Wags and Walks is a community of dog lovers working to promote shelter dogs as the best dogs in the world and to break the stigma that rescue dogs are damaged goods. Through advocacy of unique family-friendly foster and adoption programs, Wags and Walks’ commitment is to help decrease the number of dogs euthanized in local shelters by showing the community that you can find wonderful dogs of all breeds and sizes through rescue. Impact: You can help the public change their opinion about automotive enthusiasm as well as enhance the overall Petersen experience. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Learn about the wide variety of vehicles we have on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum and share that information with our patrons. Requirements: Comfortable talking with all kinds of people. Need to complete a criminal background check Additional Details: Please fill out an application at petersen.org/volunteer Accessibility: We have elevators that go to every level of our museum.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 5/1/19

City Ballet of Los Angeles has a mission to provide Los Angeles with its own ballet company unique and represenetive of this multicultural community. Presenting work that is a mixture of classical and contemporary dance theater, examining untraditional themes and blending music from all over the world. In keeping with the tradition of classical dance, City Ballet of Los Angeles is preserving the standards of excellence in its presentation of the art of dance. Description: If you are someone who is passionate about volunteering for a non-profit, have a background in marketing, dance, or education we are looking for experienced individuals to work with City Ballet of Los Angeles for a major marketing campaing. Requirements: Each volunteer is matched to a position and will meet with the Executive Director to ensure completion of the project. Volunteers will receive support from L.A. Works Pro Bono Coordinator. Responsibilities may include some of the following: Research, develop, and implement best practices for marketing Creation and review of material for maximum impact Consult and adivse on existing strategies Ensure all final marketing product is completed in a timely manner Desired Qualifications: Experience in philanthropy and non-profits a plus Proven experience in marketing Working knowledge of design software preferred Outstanding organizational and planning abilities Proficient in writing, communications or relevant field a plus Time Commitment: Flexible, hours to be determined each week until the completion of the project, volunteers may need to be mindful of deadlines.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 3/15/19

Description: Urban Voices Project is a community outreach and engagement initiative that brings the healing power of music directly to individuals disenfranchised by homelessness, mental health issues, and unemployment. Community singing, and music education combine to provide practical opportunities for individuals to transcend their current circumstances and participate in a creative program of positive change throughout LA County. Position: Pro Bono Accounting Opportunity. Do you a background in accounting? Have you held a financial officer position for a nonprofit (or business)? Urban Voices Project is an emerging LA based nonprofit operating in DTLA. They need help with best financial practices for the nonprofit business model and assistant in organizing their records, so they can continue to make an impact on the ever-growing population experiencing homelessness in DTLA. If this interests you and you want to leave a lasting legacy on the nonprofit world in LA, please read further and express interest below. Responsibilities: Assess current financial recording keeping system/practices Lead develop of a process for updating those systems Implement and lead staff on nonprofit fiduciary best practices Work with book keeper to coordinate organizational financial plan Prepare tax returns Qualifications: Accounting background Experience in the nonprofit world ideal Able to relay information and train paid staff on best practices Time Commitment: 6-8 hours per month for 3-4 months. Flexible with your schedule. Potential to work remotely.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 3/4/19

Description: Urban Voices Project is a community outreach and engagement initiative that brings the healing power of music directly to individuals disenfranchised by homelessness, mental health issues, and unemployment. Community singing, and music education combine to provide practical opportunities for individuals to transcend their current circumstances and participate in a creative program of positive change throughout LA County. Position: Pro Bono Operations Manager Opportunity. Do you have a background in HR or operations? Have you held that position for a nonprofit (or business)? Urban Voices Project is an emerging LA based nonprofit operating in DTLA. They need help with developing best practices around employment benefits and organizational liability insurance. This allows them to continue making an impact on the ever-growing population experiencing homelessness in DTLA. If this interests you and you want to leave a lasting legacy on the nonprofit world in LA, please read further and express interest below. Responsibilities: Assess organization’s insurance needs and identify appropriate liability insurance options Assess current keeping system/practices Lead develop of a process for updating those systems Implement and lead staff on organizational operations best practices Qualifications: HR or operations background Experience in the nonprofit world ideal Able to relay information and train paid staff on best practices Time Commitment: 6-8 hours per month for 3 months. Flexible with your schedule. Potential to work remotely.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 3/4/19

Ready to use music as a tool for social transformation? Sign up as a MusicWorks Teaching Artist and we’ll match your profile to an amazing nonprofit organization so you can do what you love most: make great music for an even greater cause. MusicWorks Teaching Artist are responsible for coaching beginning, intermediate or advanced instrumental, vocal or songwriting pedagogy for any of our partners from the MusicWorks’ nonprofit network. He or she will ensure the highest quality personal and musical experience for our partner’s students; implement a curriculum set by the assigned institution and collaborate with other Teaching Artists to support each child holistically. He or she will be an advocate of music as a tool for social transformation, helping facilitate community and family involvement. As a MusicWorks Teaching Artist, responsibilities includes: Teaching beginning, intermediate and advanced groups and individual instrumental, vocal or songwriting classes, working closely with the Program Director in implementing curriculum and culture inspired by our philosophy. Assistance with ensemble rehearsals, instrument tuning, side by side rehearsing or performing. Communicating properly with the program’s faculty and staff including fellow Teaching Artists, parents and other volunteers in order to support each child holistically. Desires skills and qualifications Current student, graduate or equivalent experience in music performance, composition or education. A high level of musicianship and artistry as a teacher. Strong knowledge of instrumental technique Previous teaching experience is highly valued. Passion for music and music education. The willingness to teach with a focus on the creative learning process, emphasizing striving over achieving. Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to work effectively with a range of constituencies in a diverse community and willingness to collaborate with and learn from one’s colleagues. Strong commitment to use music as a tool for social transformation Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus READY TO BECOME A TEACHING ARTIST? (Express Interest below)

Los Angeles, CA

Through 4/27/19

Ready to use music as a tool for social transformation? Sign up as a MusicWorks Teaching Assistant and we’ll match your profile to an amazing nonprofit organization so you can do what you love most: make great music for an even greater cause. MusicWorks Teaching Assistants are responsible for coaching beginning, intermediate or advanced instrumental, vocal or songwriting pedagogy for any of our partners from the MusicWorks’ nonprofit network. He or she will ensure the highest quality personal and musical experience for our partner’s students; implement a curriculum set by the assigned institution and collaborate with other Teaching Artists to support each child holistically. He or she will be an advocate of music as a tool for social transformation, helping facilitate community and family involvement. As a MusicWorks Teaching Assistant, responsibilities includes: Work closely with lead teaching artist in implementing the curriculum, pedagogy, and culture of our partner organization. Assist class by tuning instruments, playing in the section, taking students out for sectionals, leading ensemble(s) during classes or concerts, check-in and check- out procedures, etc. Ensure the utmost safety and security of each child of the program while working, especially students in his/her care at all times, in and out of the classroom Communicate consistently with staff, fellow teaching artists, parents, and students in order to serve and support each child holistically. Communicate consistently with staff, fellow teaching artists, parents, and students in order to serve and support each child holistically. Desires skills and qualifications Strong knowledge of instrumental technique Previous teaching experience is highly valued. Passion for music and music education. The willingness to support the teaching process with a focus on the creative learning process, emphasizing striving over achieving. Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to work effectively with a range of constituencies in a diverse community and willingness to collaborate with and learn from one’s colleagues. Strong commitment to use music as a tool for social transformation Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus READY TO BECOME A TEACHING ASSISTANT? (Express Interest below)

Los Angeles, CA

Through 4/27/19

About L.A. Works: L.A. Works is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area. We strive to empower Angelenos to address pressing social issues through volunteerism & community collaborations Position Description: MusicWorks Production Interns will support the planning and execution of the MusicWorks Sessions, a series of two month projects in which music students from our partner organizations will prepare for and participate in a masterclass or side-by-side concert with a guest artist. During each session, an estimate of 35 volunteers from the music and entertainment industry will support the initiative by preparing the students for the artistic experience, producing an intimate concert to showcase the collaboration and by documenting the experience in a 1-5-minute video. Responsibilities: Engaging in planning and execution of MusicWorks sessions, outreach to nonprofits, attending site visit meetings, fostering relationships with partners from the music and entertainment industry, conducting assessments, developing creative volunteer projects, evaluating effectiveness, developing partnership packets including marketing materials and testimonials, streamlining procedures and putting in place a foundation for partnership growth, and representing L.A. Works in the field. Requirements: Passion for community service. General knowledge of the music or entertainment industry. Excellent organization skills. Relationship builder. Excellent research skills.. Great phone & email etiquette. Comfortable with initiative. Good organizational skills & attention to details & deadlines. Enthusiastic & eager to learn. Computer experience in Microsoft Office. Equipment Requirements: Personal transportation, laptop and cell phone. Time Commitments: 8-15 hours a week; days and times negotiable. Compensation: School credit only- Applicants must make their own arrangements with their host institution. Volunteers will benefit from this great learning experience, enhance their resumes, and build their personal and professional skills as they make a difference in the LA nonprofit community. Location: L.A. Works is in Cypress Park, close to Elysian Park at the NE corner of Dodger Stadium. We are accessible by the gold line. This position will require being out in the field for some of the time. Duration: Position is open year-round. Internship length is flexible, but with a minimum of 3 months. Application Deadline: Immediate. But applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Application Procedure: Click on the Express Interest button below! Then please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in L.A. Works and this role to associates@laworks.com.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 12/31/20

MusicWorks Sessions A unique opportunity for featured artists. Committed to creating bridges between the music industry and children from underserved communities aspiring to become musicians, L.A. Works has developed MusicWorks Sessions, a platform that allows award-winning and influential artists to use their voices and talent beyond the concert stage and recording studio. MusicWorks Sessions is a series of curated Masterclasses featuring renowned artists along aspiring musicians from Los Angeles. Most events are hosted at higher education institutions, in front of a targeted audience comprised of college-level music students and members of the music industry. At the end of each session, musicians in the audience are inspired to become volunteer Teaching Artists; the featured organization has a greater chance to start receiving the kind of resources they need to carry on their mission; a short documentary is crafted to preserve the event in history and further spread its message, and most importantly, the children featured leave the stage empowered by a one-of-a-kind interaction that will leave an everlasting memory in their lives. How does it work? L.A. Works’ music program, MusicWorks, will pair the featured artist with children from a nonprofit organization based on social needs and background, music genre, music level, instrumentation and other relevant aspects to ensure a meaningful experience for both the children and guest artist. Once both parties agree on a date, MusicWorks manages the entire pre-production, production, and post-production of the event; including budget, venue, logistics, equipment, documentation, and marketing. After setting the date, the parties involved will select a repertoire for the event, the selection will consider a viable path to the children's’ success and provide learning value for the audience. Volunteer Teaching Artists will mentor and prepare the young musicians on the selected repertoire. A film crew will visit the young musicians at their headquarters during their rehearsal period to capture their process and hold interviews with the children, their families, and key members of the organization. If available, the guest artist is invited to join the children during their preparation process to learn more about their social context. On the day of the event, the children will perform the selected repertoire accompanied on stage by the featured artist, who will provide positive feedback and musical advice to foster the overall musicianship and musical ability of the students. The masterclass will be immediately followed by a Q&A session on the importance of music education with a panel comprised of the featured artist, MusicWork’s Program Manager, the Program Director of the featured organization, and a featured host. Additional interviews with the featured artist and members of the panel may be held before or after the event. The entire footage from the rehearsal period and masterclass will be cut into a short documentary to be used by the parties involved to further advance the cause of free access to music education in underserved communities. Who’s an ideal MusicWorks featured artist? A MusicWorks Featured Artist is first and foremost a person who believes every child deserves access to music education regardless of their socioeconomic status, the color of their skin, the language they speak or country of origin. The ideal candidate is an award-winning performer, producer or music director with positive public influence to serve as an advocate for further support from within the music industry, elected officials, and the community at large. Why should you join us? Beyond the unmeasurable satisfaction of supporting children from underserved communities to thrive and pursue their passion for music, MusicWorks Session is a unique opportunity to align your brand to a powerful cause. MusicWorks will give the featured artist and her/his representatives full access to the video and collateral media. Additionally, the event will be spread through our many networks and channels including social media, official website and mailing lists reaching out to over 25K active members of the L.A. Works community.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 6/30/22