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.**

Tarzana, CA

8/25/19 1:15 PM + more

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Tampa, FL

1/11/22 9:15 AM + more

Overview: Help kids in need by bringing together a group – friends, co-workers, congregants, or even your RSVP group – to “raise shoes” for kids who need them in your community. Shoes That Fit www.shoesthatfit.org Mission and Vision: Shoes That Fit tackles one of the most visible signs of poverty in America by giving children in need new athletic shoes to attend school with dignity and joy, prepared to learn, play and thrive. A new pair of shoes can be life-changing for a child. School attendance, self-esteem and behavior improve. Physical activity increases. Smiles return. All from an often over-looked item—a good pair of shoes. Our vision is that, one day, every child in America who needs new shoes gets new shoes, allowing all children the opportunity to reach their highest potential. Impact: Almost all of the work that we do at Shoes That Fit is through our amazing volunteers working to help children in their own communities. Last year we helped more than 108,000 nationwide and almost 15,000 children in Los Angeles County alone. Still, there are more than 50 schools in Los Angeles County that have reached out to us and are waiting for someone like you to step up and help their students. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers work to provide or generate shoe donations for kids in need of new shoes in their community. Shoes That Fit staff will be with you every step of the way, helping to match you with a school, having the children measured and getting you a list with each child’s name, age, gender and shoe size. You and the other members of your group purchase, or solicit others to donate, what each student needs and deliver those shoes to the school. Requirements: Volunteers need to complete the Shoes That Fit Participation Agreement and we will then send you our Shoes That Fit Startup Kit. You decide how many kids you can help (a minimum of 10) and we can help you find a school and contact them for you. Once you receive your list of names and sizes, you are responsible for obtaining and delivering the shoes within a few weeks (Remember! The kids don’t stop growing while they are waiting for their shoes!) Shoes That Fit has a small staff of 8.5. We rely on volunteers like you to reach as many children as possible by helping the kids right in your own community. We are 100% funded through the private sector – businesses, foundations and individuals like you.

Claremont, CA

Through 7/31/20

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. * Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Pasadena, CA

8/31/19 11:45 AM + more

Stars is unleashing the potential of children, youth and families in vulnerable communities, providing after school, mentoring and summer activities to help students thrive. Stars' After School Program Help students thrive through Stars' After School program with homework assistance, enriching activities like science experiments, gardening, art, acting classes, etc., reading with elementary students, hands-on career discovery experiences and more! This program works with 100+ students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, August 20th, 2019 through May 7th, 2020. Impact: Work with the same students every week, developing a consistent and meaningful relationship. Help students learn, create goals, discover career opportunities, feel supported, and be excited about their future! Requirements No experience necessary! Must be at least 14 years of age. Expected to attend your assigned day and time every week for the rest of the school year. 18 or older must complete and clear a background check. Submit a volunteer application and attend a casual interview. Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Time Commitment: 1 hour per week from your start date through the rest of the school year. Tues, Wed or Thurs, 4:15-5pm or 5:30-6:30pm Benefits: The time commitment is only about 1 hour per week, but the enjoyment, satisfaction and accomplishment is huge! Earn volunteer hours for school or work Get teaching experience to build your resume Receive training from the Volunteer Department How to Get Started: Apply at https://forms.gle/M3hyU59odkeedciF9 Be sure to provide a good email address. A staff person will contact you after you apply to schedule a casual interview. Check us out at gostars.org

Pasadena, CA

Through 5/7/20

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. * Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. **All volunteers must register through the Food Forward website. Sign up here: www.foodforward.org/volunteer.**

Alhambra, CA

8/25/19 12:45 PM + more

What: Lead other volunteers in guitar lessons for underserved youth. About Hathaway Sycamores: Hathaway enriches the well-being of children, adults, families, and communities via a wide range of services such as youth residences, mental health support, foster care, and more. The volunteer opportunity you'd lead: At "MUSICWORKS: Guitar with At-Risk Youth," kids with limited exposure to music learn to play guitar, write their own songs, and express themselves. Community volunteers who can play the guitar act as tutors to help them. As the Project Leader, you'd: design and lead the guitar classes confirm, orient, and supervise volunteers manage all communication between volunteers, Hathaway, and L.A. Works Time Commitment: Every other Saturday morning from 10:30am - 12:30pm. Location: Highland Park in East L.A. Project Leader Requirements: Some skill in guitar required, but expertise is not Leaders must attend an L.A. Works training. Leaders must clear Hathaway Sycamore's background checks Project Leader Benefits: Gain marketable leadership skills Learn about the non-profit world from the inside Make a bigger impact Network with other people and groups committed to bettering Los Angeles Interested? Click the Express Interest button below!

Los Angeles, CA

8/24/19 12:00 AM

Quick Overview: Volunteers will be revitalizing and beautifying the Highland Park Veteran's Circle in celebration of the newly installed fountain! Mission or Broader Program Description: The mission of the Audubon Center at Debs Park is to inspire people to experience, understand, and care for the local natural world. Volunteer events like this are one of the opportunities through which people can connect with nature. The Center is also committed to empowering the community of Northeast LA through community events and advocacy opportunities. We are pleased to be partnering with CD1, the Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council, and the Arroyo Seco Neighborhood Council on this event. Impact: Volunteers will play a key role in revitalizing the Highland Park Veteran's Circle and ensuring that it is a clean and beautiful space for the community to enjoy. Maintanence of this space is essential in continuing to honor and respect our local veterans. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will be planting trees, weeding, picking up trash, raking, sweeping, and generally maintaining the space in and around the Veteran's Circle. All tools and materials needed will be provided. Requirements: Volunteers will complete a brief waiver upon arrival (if under 18, they will need a parent or guardian's signature). Age limit to volunteer is 9 years old. No previous experience is required. Additional Details: You will be working outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Close toed shoes, hats, sunscreen, and reusable water bottles are highly arrecommended. Light refreshments will be provided thanks to the Arroyo Seco Neighborhood Council! Accessibility: Hablamos Español

Los Angeles, CA

8/24/19 8:00 AM

Quick Overview: If you are passionate about growing a non-profit, have interest in gender parity and inclusion in the workforce, have an interest in the entertainment industry, and have an eye for identifying fundraising opportunities, then consider a volunteering as a grant researcher and writer for Women In Media. Organization Name and Website: Women in Media, https://womennmedia.com Mission or Broader Program Description: Women in Media encourages gender balance in film and entertainment industries by providing networking, professional development, and advocacy for above and below the line women and the people who love making movies with them.We are an intersectional group of women and woman identifying crew members in the film, television, and new media industries. Description: We are looking for experienced grant writers/fundraisers/networkers who can research and identify funding for Women in Media. The pro bono grant researcher we are looking for will have excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Research, develop, and write inquiries, letters, and other fundraising documents Draft proposals and other correspondence to solicit grant funds Track and monitor proposals, their deadlines, and requirements Ensure proposals and grant reports are submitted by the deadline(s) Desired Qualifications: Experience in philanthropy and non-profits a plus Proven experience as a nonprofit grant writer a big plus Working knowledge of MS Office Outstanding organizational and planning abilities Proficient in writing, communications or relevant field a plus Self starter who can work independently and with a team The time commitment is flexible, minimum 5 + hours each week until the completion of the project, remote volunteer role, volunteers need to be mindful of deadlines.

Los Angeles, CA

Through 6/30/20

Quick Overview: The Disaster Health Services Territory Coordinator is responsible for coordinating disaster health services support during local responses and for leading and building a team of disaster health services responders. Mission or Broader Program Description: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.​ Impact: Volunteers carry out 90% of the humanity work of the Red Cross. Our work is possible because of people like YOU. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 1. To provide Disaster Health services (DHS) to clients and community 2. To develop DHS capacity in territory 3. To lead and manage chapter DHS team 4. To coordinate DHS response to local operations 5. To collaborate with other disaster functions before, during and after responses 6. To support territory preparedness efforts 7. To facilitate long-term recovery 8. To support other disaster responders before, during and after disaster response This is an on-going volunteer opportunity with flexibility in scheduling. Requirements: 1. Active, Unencumbered RN, LPN,LVN,PA, NP,MD,DO,EMT, or Paramedic 2.Meets basic qualifications of Disaster Health Services responder

Commerce, CA

Through 9/2/21

Quick Overview: The purpose of this position is to perform Community Partner readiness and capacity building activities across all phases of Disaster Cycle Services for the purpose of enabling effective service delivery for preparedness programs and during response and recovery operations. Mission or Broader Program Description: The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.​ Impact: Volunteers carry out 90% of the humanity work of the Red Cross. Our work is possible because of people like YOU. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Community Partnerships collaborate with other non-profits,community groups, faith-based, civic groups, and other community stakeholders to develop and implement strategies to engage in programs and service delivery across prepare, response and recover while adhering to the principles of the Red Cross. This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Community Partnerships function: Support the annual chapter plan for a community response by building and maintaining relationships through collaboration and facilitating communication with partners, coordinating projects, and participating in local response activities Projects may include tasks such as conducting meeting with partners to build relationships, planning and participating in exercises with partners, or assisting with community response planning. Requirements: Ability to follow and implement requests received from supervisor with little supervision, adapt to change, negotiate compromise and tolerate ambiguity, build effective relationships with others who can help with work-related goals, be sensitive in human interactions to diversity inclusiveness, and use facilitative leadership and collaboration techniques to build and manage relationships This is an on-going volunteer opportunity with flexibility in schedule.

Commerce, CA

Through 9/2/21

Quick Overview: Tree and Shrub Planting, Nature Restoration North East Trees and its Field Crew will be present to guide volunteers on the planting of native, drought tolerant shrubs and trees. Mission or Broader Program Description: North East Trees’ mission is to restore Nature’s services in resource-challenged communities through a collaborative resource development, implementation, and stewardship process. Impact: Once a service trail for Los Angeles City Departments, the 90 acre Ascot Hills Park continues to be restored to its natural state. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will prepare planting areas, plant, mulch and maintain existing native shrubs. Requirements: Waiver, Personal Protective Equipment, hiking shoes. Accessibility: Some portions of the volunteer areas will be difficult for accessibility requirements.

Los Angeles, CA

9/14/19 8:00 AM + more

What: Don't just talk about change - make a change. Learn about environmental issues and then learn the advocacy skills to combat them. The Audubon Center at Debs Park is an urban nature center located in Northeast LA. They focus on restoring the natural landscape of Debs Park in order to establish bird-friendly landscapes and sustainable open space for all to enjoy. Their mission is to inspire people to experience, understand and care for the local natural world. Through educational programming, community events, and volunteering, the Center provides opportunity for the local community to engage with the natural landscape and to advocate on its behalf. Volunteer Project: Each session, experts will educate volunteers on critical environmental issues and then teach/complete a specific advocacy tool that can be applied to that issue or others. Unlike a single volunteer experience, long-term advocacy is important for real change to occur. If you have a passion for the environment or advocacy, this volunteer opportunity is for you. Additional Details: The Project will be broken down into two sections: (1) Education Section and (2) Advocacy. (1) Education: Environmental professionals and community organizers will speak on a critical issue related to the environment, such as: Park Equity and Access to Greenspace in Urban Settings Climate Change Water Conservation Building Sustainable Cities Community Resilience and Homelessness (2) Advocacy: Volunteers will learn a new advocacy skill and will be given time to complete it in the allotted time, such as: Writing letters to elected officials or news editors Using social media to influence change Registering to vote Conducting in-office meetings with your CA Assembly person Finding and speaking at local councils Age Requirement: Volunteers as young as 12 may participate with the knowledge that lecture will be a large component of the event. Volunteers under 18 must come with a completed Minor Waiver Form that has been signed by their legal guardian or they will be unable to participate. 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

9/10/19 7:00 PM

Quick Overview: Volunteers will help water and maintain the Los Nogales Native Plant Nursery at the Audubon Center at Debs Park. This is a great opportunity to work outdoors, get your hands dirty, and learn about growing CA native plants. Mission or Broader Program Description: The mission of our Center is to inspire people to experience, understand and care for the local natural world. Volunteer opportunities like this are one of the ways that we work to restore the connection between people and the land here in Los Angeles. Another one of our priorities is creating sustainable habitat for local birds, and growing/planting. CA native plants is one of the primary ways that we work to build bird friendly communities here in Debs Park. Impact: We are a small team here at the Center and we could not manage the Los Nogales Native Plant Nursery without the help of volunteers. Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring the surivival of the native plants that we propogate in the nursery. The plants that are grown in the nursery are then planted back out in the park to build the sustainable habitat for birds and other wildlife. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will mainly be watering the plants, "bumping up" plants (this means transplanting them to bigger cones/pots when they are ready), sterilizing cones/pots, and generally maintaining the nursery space. Requirements: No previous experience required. Volunteers must be comfortable standing for at least an hour or two at a time. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. * Volunteers under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section. Additional Details: Check in is at the picnic table in the Center courtyard, a Center staff member or fellow volunteer will then walk you down to the nursery. There is a parking lot onsite, if the lot is full please park along Griffin Ave. and walk up. Accessibility: Hablamos Español

Los Angeles, CA

8/27/19 9:00 AM + 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 Audubon 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! Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gardening gloves, however we will have plenty available to borrow as well. 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. * Any volunteer under the age of 18 will need to bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. The form can be found on L.A. Works website Q&A section.

Los Angeles, CA

8/28/19 8:00 AM + more

Project Description: Plogging is a fitness craze from Sweden that is quickly gaining popularity in the US. The term combines the word “jogging” with the Swedish term “plocka upp”, which means to pick up. We will be plogging (running and picking up trash) along a 5-mile stretch along Griffin Ave the Arroyo Seco and in Debs Park. The run will start and end in Audubon Center courtyard. The specific route with distances of up to 5 miles in length along Griffin Ave through the North Gate entrance will be provided at the start of the run. Trash drop off points will be at all trail intersections and at the Audubon center. Schedule: Check in and kick off 7:30am-8am The main clean up will take place 8am-11am. 11am-Noon drop off bags and eat snacks 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 . Dress Code: Running or walking clothes and shoes. Please bring: A refillable water bottle, snacking utensils, any preferred gloves, and any reusable, plastic grocery bags. Questions? Email the Opportunity Leader below. https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/what-is-plogging-growing-movement-of-joggers-picking-up-trash-1464049731700 https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-east/environment/2019/03/29/european-environmental-fitness-craze-hits-l-a-

Los Angeles, CA

8/31/19 8:00 AM + more