What: Play sports and help coach special needs youth in various athletic activities. KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) is a nonprofit organization that provides one-to-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with developmental and physical disabilities. KEEN L.A.’s mission is to foster the self-esteem, confidence, skills and talents of its athletes through non-competitive activities. Volunteer Project: Get your game on! Play soccer, gymnastics, basketball, frisbee, zumba, yoga, track and field and more with KEEN athletes between the ages of 5 and 21. Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: L.A. Works volunteers get matched with KEEN athletes and play various recreational activities that are tailored to each athlete's needs and designed to promote the athlete's sense of accomplishment. Bring some encouragement and positivity to these youth and show them a fun time! Special Note: Volunteer coaches do not need any prior experience working with disabled individuals, but having a patient, spirited and kind-hearted presence is required. Age Requirement: Volunteers for this project must be at least 15 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. 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 partners@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

3/7/20 9:30 AM + more

Quick Overview: We are hosting a purple cheer station at Mile 21 on the LA Marathon route. There you will be cheering, dancing, making noise, passing out yogurts, and joining in on the fun as participants of the Hirshberg Training Team and LA Marathon run by. We need you to help us encourage the thousands of runners on the course. Mission or Broader Program Description: The Hirshberg Training Team is the walk/run training team for the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research. The primary purpose of the training program is to raise funds for pancreatic cancer research and assist our participants in achieving their training and fundraising goals. Our mission is to provide a safe, enjoyable and rewarding experience for all our participants, most of whom have never run a marathon before! Impact: Your volunteer efforts will help us create the rally our participants deserve! They have trained and fundraised for months and the Purple People Party is the extra THANK YOU and visual reminder of all of their hard work. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Have fun, make noise, and provide encouragement for runners on the course! Requirements: Be willing to bring loads of energy and fun! * 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 the L.A. Works website Q&A section. Accessibility: If you can't stand for long periods of time, you are more than welcome to come and watch the marathon from our cheer station - just bring a chair! Anyone under the age of 16 is required to bring a parent or guardian.

Los Angeles, CA

3/8/20 8:30 AM

What: Play Basketball and help coach special needs youth in building their basketball skills. KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) is a nonprofit organization that provides one-to-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with mental and physical disabilities. KEEN L.A.’s mission is to foster the self-esteem, confidence, skills and talents of its athletes through non-competitive activities. Volunteer Project: Get your game on! Play basketball with KEEN athletes between the ages of 5 and 21. The youth will be divided up by age groups, (ages 5-10) and (ages 11-21). Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: L.A. Works volunteers get matched one-to-one with KEEN athletes for a group warm up, 1:1 coaching on passing, dribbling and shooting drills and lots of fun! The session ends with each athlete showcasing what they learned that day along with our usual "Prouds" circle. KEEN programs are tailored to each athlete's needs and designed to promote the athlete's sense of accomplishment. Bring some encouragement and positivity to these youth and show them a fun time! Special Note: Volunteer coaches do not need any prior experience with basketball or working with disabled individuals, but having a patient, spirited and kind-hearted presence is required. Age Requirement: Volunteers for this project must be at least 15 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. 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

3/8/20 1:00 PM + more

What: Show your moves on the dance floor with special needs children & adults. BCR is a nonprofit organization that offers day programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Its mission is to enable its participants to develop their abilities so they may become independent and contributing members of the community. Volunteer Project: L.A. Works volunteers come in good spirits and ready to get out on the dance floor with participants from BCR. Volunteers also assist with set-up and serving drinks and food. Volunteers are encouraged to dress according to the date's theme: November: Harvest Moon December: Winter Wonderland January: Western Round-Up February: Sweetheart (our volunteers also provide Valentine's-themed snacks this night) March: St. Patrick's Day April: Spring Swing May: Rockin Nifty 50's June: Grand Finale Gala Requirements: Volunteers for this project must: be at least 16 years of age. be comfortable socializing and dancing with special needs populations bring an outgoing attitude and be ready to have a ton of fun! Minors: Volunteers aged 16 - 17 must bring and have signed by a parent/guardian a Volunteer Agreement & Release for Minors. A 2:1 minor:adult supervision ratio is required (for every 2 minors, 1 adult must supervise.) We also ask that this adult lead by example and participate as well, rather than sitting off on the side. 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 about volunteering? Email the Opportunity Leader below. Want to volunteer? Click on the green SIGN UP button below. *This project is managed by L.A. Works for BCR 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.

Burbank, CA

4/10/20 6:30 PM + 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

3/21/20 10:00 AM + more

Quick Overview: Come volunteer for a good cause! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual Great Strides Bakersfield 5k walk on Saturday, April 18th, 2020 at The Park at River Walk. Volunteers are the backbone of our events and we are always excited to cultivate new relationships within the community. Great Strides provides a fantastic opportunity for family, friends, students and colleagues to come together and make a difference in the lives of people with CF, while engaging with an inspiring group of individuals. We need volunteers on the day of the event to help things run smoothly. Mission or Broader Program Description: Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Over the past 30 years, this walk has supported the organization’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Impact: The event harnesses the power of people with a shared vision and encourages collaboration, team building and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteer tasks include assistance with event set up/tear down, greeting and registering participants, cheering on walkers, marking the walk route and managing the food/water stations. Attire: Please wear close-toed shoes and casual or athletic attire. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear. Additional Details: There are multiple shifts available, we can work with your schedule. Street Address: The Park at River Walk 11298 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield 93311 Special Directions: There is plenty of parking adjacent to the event area. Once you sign up, I will send you a detailed map of the event area. If you would like to volunteer but cannot make the entire time listed, please let me know because we can find a time that works for you.

Bakersfield, CA

4/18/20 6:00 AM

Quick Overview: Come volunteer for a good cause while enjoying one of LA’s most scenic landmarks! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual Great Strides 5k walk in Griffith Park on Saturday, April 25th, 2020. Volunteers are the backbone of our events and we are always excited to cultivate new relationships within the community. Great Strides provides a fantastic opportunity for family, friends, students and colleagues to come together and make a difference in the lives of people with CF, while engaging with an inspiring group of individuals. We need volunteers on the day of the event to help things run smoothly. Mission or Broader Program Description: Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Over the past 30 years, this walk has supported the organization’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Impact: The event harnesses the power of people with a shared vision and encourages collaboration, team building and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteer tasks include assistance with event set up/tear down, greeting and registering participants, cheering on walkers, marking the walk route and managing the food/water stations. Attire: Please wear close-toed shoes and casual or athletic attire. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear. Additional Details: There are multiple shifts available, we can work with your schedule. Street Address: Griffith Park 4659 Crystal Springs Drive Los Angeles 90027 Special Directions: There is plenty of parking adjacent to the event area. Once you sign up, I will send you a detailed map of the event area. If you would like to volunteer but cannot make the entire time listed, please let me know because we can find a time that works for you.

Los Angeles, CA

4/25/20 6:00 AM

What: Provide pampering via masks, manicures, and pedicures to recently homeless women. Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women & Children provides care from homelessness to self-sufficiency for women and their children. The residents are adult women, many whom have only recently gained ownership of decent footwear, much less experienced the luxury of a foot soak. The women really enjoy this get-together because it allows them to socialize. Volunteer Project: Once a month, L.A. Works volunteers come to Women's Village to support these women's journey with a little pampering and companionship with basic face masks, hand scrubs, manicures, pedicures, and hand massages. Sometimes there's also karaoke and snacks. You don't have to be experts at these services. This experience is more about bonding with the women, listening to them, and sharing quality time. Special note: If you or your volunteer group are licensed hair stylists, estheticians, cosmetologists, or other skilled beauty industry professionals, your presence is a special treat. Please email the opportunity coordinator so we can be sure we best utilize your generosity. Donations: Donations of materials are always welcome but certainly not mandatory. We go through a lot of items! If you're ever willing to bring any of the following, we'd be incredibly grateful: nail polish remover cotton balls epsom salts face sheet masks gloves for hygiene 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 Community 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

4/26/20 2:00 PM + more

Quick Overview: Come volunteer for a good cause! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual Great Strides Ventura 5k walk at Rancho Tapo Community Park on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020. Volunteers are the backbone of our events and we are always excited to cultivate new relationships within the community. Great Strides provides a fantastic opportunity for family, friends, students and colleagues to come together and make a difference in the lives of people with CF, while engaging with an inspiring group of individuals. We need volunteers on the day of the event to help things run smoothly. Mission or Broader Program Description: Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Over the past 30 years, this walk has supported the organization’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Impact: The event harnesses the power of people with a shared vision and encourages collaboration, team building and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteer tasks include assistance with event set up/tear down, greeting and registering participants, cheering on walkers, marking the walk route and managing the food/water stations. Attire: Please wear close-toed shoes and casual or athletic attire. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear. Additional Details: There are multiple shifts available, we can work with your schedule. Street Address: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi Simi Valley 93063 Special Directions: There is plenty of parking adjacent to the event area. Once you sign up, I will send you a detailed map of the event area. If you would like to volunteer but cannot make the entire time listed, please let me know because we can find a time that works for you.

Simi Valley, CA

5/2/20 6:00 AM

Quick Overview: Come volunteer for a good cause! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual Great Strides Santa Clarita 5k walk at West Creek Park on Saturday, May 9th, 2020. Volunteers are the backbone of our events and we are always excited to cultivate new relationships within the community. Great Strides provides a fantastic opportunity for family, friends, students and colleagues to come together and make a difference in the lives of people with CF, while engaging with an inspiring group of individuals. We need volunteers on the day of the event to help things run smoothly. Mission or Broader Program Description: Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Over the past 30 years, this walk has supported the organization’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Impact: The event harnesses the power of people with a shared vision and encourages collaboration, team building and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteer tasks include assistance with event set up/tear down, greeting and registering participants, cheering on walkers, marking the walk route and managing the food/water stations. Attire: Please wear close-toed shoes and casual or athletic attire. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear. Additional Details: There are multiple shifts available, we can work with your schedule. Street Address: West Creek Park 24247 Village Circle Valencia 91354 Special Directions: There is plenty of parking adjacent to the event area. Once you sign up, I will send you a detailed map of the event area. If you would like to volunteer but cannot make the entire time listed, please let me know because we can find a time that works for you.

Santa Clarita, CA

5/9/20 6:00 AM

Quick Overview: Come volunteer for a good cause! The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is holding its annual Great Strides Santa Monica 5k walk at Crescent Bay Park on Saturday, May 30th, 2020. Volunteers are the backbone of our events and we are always excited to cultivate new relationships within the community. Great Strides provides a fantastic opportunity for family, friends, students and colleagues to come together and make a difference in the lives of people with CF, while engaging with an inspiring group of individuals. We need volunteers on the day of the event to help things run smoothly. Mission or Broader Program Description: Great Strides is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event. Over the past 30 years, this walk has supported the organization’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness for this rare, genetic, life-shortening disease that makes it difficult to breathe and shortens lives. Impact: The event harnesses the power of people with a shared vision and encourages collaboration, team building and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteer tasks include assistance with event set up/tear down, greeting and registering participants, cheering on walkers, marking the walk route and managing the food/water stations. Attire: Please wear close-toed shoes and casual or athletic attire. Volunteers will receive a T-shirt to wear. Additional Details: There are multiple shifts available, we can work with your schedule. Street Address: Crescent Bay Park 2000 Ocean Ave Santa Monica 90405 Special Directions: There is plenty of parking adjacent to the event area. Once you sign up, I will send you a detailed map of the event area. If you would like to volunteer but cannot make the entire time listed, please let me know because we can find a time that works for you.

Santa Monica, CA

5/30/20 7:00 AM

Description The mission of North Valley Caring Services is to empower neighborhood residents to build a vision of their community’s future and to actively engage in solving local problems. If you are someone who is passionate about volunteering for a non-profit, have an eye for identifying fundraising opportunities then consider a volunteer opportunity as a grant researcher. We are looking for experienced grant writers/fundraisers/netwrkers who can research and identify funding for North Valley Caring Services. The pro bono grant researcher we are looking for will have excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills. Requirements: Each volunteer is matched to a position and will meet with the Executive Director to ensure completion of the project. Volunteers can work remotely (depending upon the role), and will receive support from L.A. Works Pro Bono Coordinator. Responsibilities may include some of the following: 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 Time Commitment: Flexible, 2+ hours each week until the completion of the project, remote volunteer role, volunteers may need to be mindful of deadlines.

Los Angeles, CA

Through6/30/20

Quick Overview: Open Paths is looking for an experienced psychiatrist to come in and volunteer with their psychiatric staff as a consultant on cases and mentor best practices. Organization Name and Website: Open Paths Counseling Center, http://www.openpaths.org Mission or Broader Program Description: Open Paths Counseling Center’s mission is to meet the evolving mental health needs of the community through quality counseling for individuals and families at affordable fees; free therapy programs for at-risk children and youth in local schools; and a highly respected therapist training program. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: The ideal person would be familiar with working with populations that include low-income families, communities of color, intimate partner abuse and violence, and have an LGBTQIA affirmative mindset. Volunteer responsibilities are: provide consultations for the Center’s pre-licensed MFT and LPCC clinicians in group settings, and on occasion, be available to provide guidance on a case by case basis. This volunteer position does not require interacting with clients, though client referrals are available to someone who is in private practice and willing to take clients on a sliding scale basis. Requirements: Must be a licensed and train psychiatrist in good standing A familiarity of proven best practices for counseling a diverse population Have an understanding of community psychiatry Time commitment: Goal – The volunteer psychiatrist would provide a ‘training’ or ‘consultation’ with our pre-licensed team one Thursday a month from 1:30 – 3:00pm, during our regular training hours. Subjects would be at the discretion of the volunteer in collaboration with the clinical director. When no topic is selected, consultations involving clinicians presenting case studies for discussion are also beneficial.

Culver City, CA

Through6/30/20

Quick Overview: Support our mission to provide quality care to all Angelinos by leading arts & crafts activities with the kids in our waiting rooms! Mission or Broader Program Description: We have been serving our community since 1920. We are a federally qualified nonprofit health center dedicated to improving the physical, social and emotional well-being of people in the communities we serve, regardless of income. Nearly three-quarters of our patients live at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level, and more than half of the over 40,000 patients that we provide care to each year are children. Impact: For both parents and kids visiting the doctor can be stressful and sometimes scary. Because of volunteers like yourself, we are able to offer kids a distraction from any nervousness that they may be feeling as well as give their parents time to fill out the required paperwork and relax for a minute. “Let’s be honest, going to the doctor is not exactly something kids look forward to. That is why I love being part of Eisner’s volunteers at the arts and crafts station where I help kids keep their mind occupied during the wait.” -Marlen, Pediatric Arts & Crafts Volunteer Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: You will be responsible for leading arts & craft activities including but not limited to drawing/coloring, card-making, and frame-decorating. Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older; minimum requirement of 3 hrs/week for 12 weeks. Monday - Friday; Morning shifts are between 8-12:00 pm and afternoon shifts are between 12-4:00 pm.

Lynwood, CA

Through7/1/20

Quick Overview: Our Quality Improvement (QI) Manager is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of projects. It is a great opportunity for someone interested in Quality Improvement as the volunteer will receive training directly from our QI Manager. It is also a valuable experience for volunteers interested in a career in public health or medicine as you will get a behind the scenes look at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Mission or Broader Program Description: We are a federally qualified nonprofit health center dedicated to improving the physical, social and emotional well-being of people in the communities we serve, regardless of income. We have been serving our community since 1920. Impact: Your volunteer efforts will enable us to analyze patient feedback and health measures so that we can determine which areas we need to focus on in order to improve patient health outcomes. The end result of your volunteer time will be improved patient care and health. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: The work will involve data entry and analysis, report building, and auditing charts. Individualized projects are available depending on volunteer availability and Excel skill level as well as the department's bandwith. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older to volunteer, bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, basic knowledge of Excel preferred. Monday-Friday 8-4:00 pm; minimum of 3 hrs/week for 12 weeks required. Parking validation provided.

Los Angeles, CA

Through7/1/20

Quick Overview: We are interested in examining the relationship between heart rate, emotional well-being and brain function. Mission: USC School of Gerontology researchers are investigating whether heart rate biofeedback helps to improve the functioning of cardiovascular control systems in the brain that help regulate emotions, improves well-being and reduces stress, anxiety, and depressed feelings. Impact: Your volunteer efforts help contribute to moving science forward. Volunteer Roles, Responsibilities, and Requirements: We seek healthy adults between the ages of 55-75 who are willing to stick with a program for 7 weeks, do a daily practice of the heart rate biofeedback every day from home, and come in for a 2-4 hour weekly group visit to the lab. Volunteers will complete several emotion and cognitive tasks as well as undergo 2 MRI scans. You may request to have an image of your brain scan beforehand! Accessibility: If you drive from an off-site location, a USC parking pass will be pre-paid and reserved for you at each of your visits. Additional Details: For full eligibility criteria and to sign up, visit: healthyminds.usc.edu/biofeedback

Los Angeles, CA

Through7/31/20

Quick Overview: Customer Service Volunteers will help support staff in keeping the doors open for the AT Center, the first LGBT organization serving the recovery community in the nation. Mission or Broader Program Description: The purpose of the AT Center is to help alcoholic/addicted LGBT gain permanent remission of their disease, recover their lives and realize healthy, harmonious and prideful relationships with themselves, their lovers, families, friends and communities. The AT Center seeks to “treat” alcohol and otherwise-addicted LGBT through the peer counseling tools of fellowship and affiliation, the hallmarks of the 12-steps Program Movement. The results of treatment are sobriety, rehabilitation and the breaking of old, addiction-centered socialization patterns. Impact: Your volunteer efforts will allow the AT Center to run efficiently and offer continued programming to the LGBT community. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities/Requirements: Weekly, 5 hour shifts available Activities could include some of the following: Check meeting rooms for orderliness Sell concessions at concession stand Answer phones and make meeting referrals Help account for inventory Close and lock up facility Be a friendly, sober face of the AT Center for all who drop by

Los Angeles, CA

Through9/25/21

Quick Overview: Come and volunteer your musical talents at Kaiser West LA in our courtyard or patient rooms. Mission or Broader Program Description: Kaiser Permanente exists to provide affordable, high quality healthcare services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. Impact: By volunteering your talents you will help alleviate patient anxiety by spreading the healing power of music while bringing the community closer together. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: We welcome anyone who can play an instrument to apply. Students are welcome, we will work with your schedule. Schools are welcome, let us set up a performance with your students. As a Kaiser volunteer, you will play a part in creating a good patient experience for our members. Requirements: ​Requirements for Volunteers Serving at the Hospital Complete and submit junior/adult volunteer application Background Check TB test performed by employee health services Audition Orientation Must adhere to medical center policies Requirements for One Time Performance Volunteers Fill out performance form Audition ​Optional items to consider: ​Additional Details: For students and schools participating, we will be offering a certificate of volunteer services as recognition of your time and talent. Accessibility: Kaiser Permanente West LA is an acessible medical center. We have wheelchar ramps and elevators avaiable. We will work with you to make sure that anyone can perform at the medical center. * 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.

Los Angeles, CA

Through12/31/20

Quick Overview: Orthopaedic Institute for Children (OIC) is looking for volunteers, who are committed, caring and responsible to truly making a difference in the lives of patients and anyone in need. The Information Desk is the first stop for most of our pediatric patients and guests at the Orthopaedic Institute for Children. Mission or Broader Program Description: The mission of Orthopaedic Institute for Children is to provide outstanding care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Through the support of the Orthopaedic Institute for Children Foundation, we provide care for children regardless of ability to pay and advance care worldwide for all musculoskeletal patients through medical education and scientific research. Volunteer Roles and Responsiblities: We are looking for engaging, and enthusiastic volunteers to help guide, answer questions, and help set the tone for our patients and visitors when they arrive. Requirements: Minimum of 4 hours/1 day per week. Volunteers must be 14 years or older and will be provided with an orientation and training. * 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.

Los Angeles, CA

Through6/5/20

WHAT: Lead volunteers at mini spa days for recently homeless women at Good Shepherd Center. ABOUT GOOD SHEPHERD CENTER: Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women & Children provides care for recently homelessness women and their children. Many residents have only recently gained ownership of decent footwear, much less experienced the luxury of a foot soak. THE EVENT YOU'D MANAGE: At "Beauty and Charm: Nails and Facials with Recently Homeless Women", L.A. Works volunteers come to Good Shepherd to support these women's journies from homelessness to self-sufficiency with a little pampering and companionship. Volunteers do basic manicures, pedicures, hand massages, scrubs, and face masks. You don't have to be experts at these services. This experience is more about bonding with the women, listening to them, and sharing quality time. TIME COMMITMENT: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2pm - 4:30pm LOCATION: Echo Park PROJECT LEADER REQUIREMENTS: Must go through L.A. Works Leader Training Must pass Good Shepherd background checks Must commit to project for at least 8 months PROJECT LEADER BENEFITS: Gain marketable leadership skills Make a bigger impact Learn about the non-profit world from the inside Network with other people and groups committed to bettering Los Angeles INTERESTED? Click the Express Interest button below! QUESTIONS? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below

Los Angeles, CA

Through6/1/20

Quick Overview: Seeking a well-connected leader who is passionate about improving mental health services for low-income communities and can leverage his/her networks. Organization Name and Website: Open Paths Counseling Center, http://www.openpaths.org Mission or Broader Program Description: Open Paths Counseling Center’s mission is to meet the evolving mental health needs of the community through quality counseling for individuals and families at affordable fees; free therapy programs for at-risk children and youth in local schools; and a highly respected therapist training program. Roles and Responsibilities: The ideal candidate has had a track-record of supporting counseling for disadvantaged communities and strong connections to decision makers who are in a position to positively impact Open Paths Counseling. We seek a board leader to help cultivate the board’s leadership role in advocacy in support of staff as part of a broader commitment to increase awareness about the importance of our mission, influence public policy, and expand our reach. The ideal board candidate should have prior nonprofit board member experience or have received formal board training. General oversight Fiscal oversight Fundraising and development Involvement in meetings, committees, and events Officer positions Fundraise $1000 Desired Characteristics: Experience in board of directors’ services and non-profits a plus Previous experience in strategic planning Proven record with developing and implementing a strategic plan Outstanding organizational and planning abilities Network of donors and supporters Ability to fundraise and advocate on behalf of Open Paths Counseling Center The time commitment is 3-year service terms.

Through6/30/20

Project Date and Time: April 23rd to April 25th, 7:30 am - 2:30 pm. Groups are welcome to split into 2 shifts (7:30am-12:00pm and 11:30am - 2:30 pm) Overview: For over 65 years, Muscular Dystrophy Association has partnered with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) to raise donations that support the families we serve through the Fill the Boot program. Each year, more than 100,000 firefighers go beyond the call of duty and hit the streets in their community to fill their boots with contributions for MDA. We are looking for volunteers to support firefighters with their Fill the Boot efforts. Become an MDA hero and sign up today for more informaiton. Impact: Donations raised by firefighters have played a vital role in funding research for muscular dystrophy and helping to provide care for individuals and families living with muscle diseases. Volunteer support are vital to the success of our Fill the Boot program. Without volunteers, we may need to close certain intersections and firefighters will not be able to go Fill their Boots. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will arrive at their assigned intersection and set up signs within the vicinity to make sure drivers, walkers, and other passerby notice firefighters with their boots. Throughout the day, volunteers will make sure firefighters have water and supplies. If a firefighter gets called to duty, it is the volunteer's responsibility to watch over the bags/boots of funds collected during firefighters' Fill the Boot efforts. At the end of the day, volunteers will take down the signs and an MDA staff will come by to collect supplies and donations. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old or older, unless accompanied by their parent/guardian. Volunteers will be outside and will be exposed to warm, hot, or cold weather conditions. Volunteers must wear their vest and abide to traffic regulations at all times during their shifts. Additional Details: We are still looking to fill the following intersections: Van Nuys and Encino Area Northridge and Woodland Hills Area Marina Del Rey and Venice Area Inglewood Area West Hollywood Area Beverly Hills and Brentwood Area Downtown LA and East LA Area Glendale and Eagle Rock Area

Through4/25/20

Project Date and Time: May 15th - May 17th from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Overview: For over 65 years, Muscular Dystrophy Association has partnered with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) to raise donations that support the families we serve through the Fill the Boot program. Each year, more than 100,000 firefighers go beyond the call of duty and hit the streets in their community to fill their boots with contributions for MDA. We are looking for volunteers to support firefighters with their Fill the Boot efforts. Become an MDA hero and sign up today for more informaiton. Impact: Donations raised by firefighters have played a vital role in funding research for muscular dystrophy and helping to provide care for individuals and families living with muscle diseases. Volunteer support are vital to the success of our Fill the Boot program. Without volunteers, we may need to close certain intersections and firefighters will not be able to go Fill their Boots. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will arrive at their assigned intersection and set up signs within the vicinity to make sure drivers, walkers, and other passerby notice firefighters with their boots. Throughout the day, volunteers will make sure firefighters have water and supplies. If a firefighter gets called to duty, it is the volunteer's responsibility to watch over the bags/boots of funds collected during firefighters' Fill the Boot efforts. At the end of the day, volunteers will take down the signs and an MDA staff will come by to collect supplies and donations. Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old or older, unless accompanied by their parent/guardian. Volunteers will be outside and will be exposed to warm, hot, or cold weather conditions. Volunteers must wear their vest and abide to traffic regulations at all times during their shifts. Location: We will have intersections in the following cities: Atadena Azusa Bell Gardens Calabasas Carson Cerritos City of Industry Claremont Covina Diamond Bar East LA El Monte Hawthorne/Lawndale Huntington Park Inglewood La Canada La Habra Lancaster Lomita Malibu Palmdale Pico Rivera Pomona Rancho Palos Verdes San Dimas Santa Clarita South Gate Temple City Walnut West Hollywood Whittier

Through5/17/20