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 7/31/19

Quick Overview: The decision to donate blood to help others is an act of generosity. Every day, hospital patients need blood in order to live or improve their quality of life. American Red Cross Transportation Specialists are a critical link between blood donor and recipient. Your duty as a Transportation Specialist (TS) is to transport blood and blood products to hospitals throughout the region in a safe and timely manner. Your commitment is of two shifts. Each shift is 4 hours long, and includes weekend options. An American Red Cross vehicle is provided to you for the duration of your shift 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.​ Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Volunteers will distribute blood & blood components to area hospitals as routine or "stat" deliveries. Pick up and return boxes as needed. Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures. Communicate and share feedback between Red Cross personnel and customers. Drive in a safe and responsible manner and provide strong customer service at all times Requirements: Volunteers must have a valid driver's license, and 3 years of driving experience to apply. A background check will also be part of the registration process, and is free to the volunteer. Each volunteer must commit to two 4-hour shifts per month on the day(s) of their choice. Volunteers must also be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Additional Details: Volunteers will be picking up the blood and blood components to be delievered from Pomona California as well as a Red Cross vehicle for use during their shift.

Pomona, CA

Through 7/31/19

Quick Overview: Clearing and replanting the West flowerbed in front of the school Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Last year, during a parent gardening work day, the East flowerbed in front of the school was cleared and replanted. This year, you can brighten up the front of the school by doing the same with the West flowerbed! Help us make our school a place that out children are happy to attend! Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Several years ago, our landscaping was converted to California Native and Drought Tolerant plants. Over the years some of the plants have become overgrown and scraggly looking. Last year, during a parent gardening work day, the East flowerbed in front of the school was cleared and replanted. Now we would like to do the same to the West flowerbed in front of the school. Requirements: We will supply the plants, other materials, and some gardening tools. It would be a great blessing to have some extra manpower. Additional Details: This one day service project is a great opportunity for a team of 10-25 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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.

Sierra Madre, CA

Through 4/13/19

Quick Overview: Clearing out classrooms and school storage areas to improve organization for students, teachers, and staff Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: What would it be like if there weren’t sets of old textbooks lying around? What would it be like if there weren’t old supplies taking up classroom storage space? Your volunteer contribution can help make Field Elementary a more organized and welcoming learning environment! Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Join us at Field Elementary to take out the old and make space for the new! We look forward to spending a day with you clearing out several classrooms, the professional development room and PTA storage shed to create cleaner, more organized and functional rooms for our students, teachers and staff. Requirements: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-20 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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: Cleaning supplies and gloves are provided. We are still looking for more donations of boxes and more dollies to use for this day.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

Quick Overview: You will be able to help with garden beautification, creating backpack stations, painting classroom numbers on asphalt, assembling a recess shed, and more! Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Your volunteer contribution will send a message to students and to the community that we care about giving them a fun, engaging, and beautiful learning environment. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Help beautify our campus by cleaning our amazing gardens and planting new life! Many classrooms would also benefit from shelving, as well as creating backpack stations, which require installing shelves and hooks. The outdoor space also needs some enhancements like freshly painted classroom numbers on the playground asphalt, so students know where to line-up each morning and at assemblies. The old PE/recess shed needs to be disassembled and replaced by assembling a new one. Last but not least, the outdoor convertible benches need to have 50 slats replaced and screwed down. Requirements: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-20 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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 are providing cleaning supplies, paint, paint supplies, and replacement slats and screws for the benches. We are taking supply donations for plants, shelves, hooks, and tools.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

Quick Overview: painting a mural and writing positive messages all around campus Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Your volunteer contribution can bring positivity to the lives of hundreds of studetns everyday. You can contribute to the school culture of positivity and self-esteem that makes students more engaged and productive learners. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Let’s flood our students with positive messages! We can paint a mural on campus, positive messaging on walls or bathroom stalls, paint positive character traits on both the MPR walls and on the wall of Friday assembly. Requirements: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-20 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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: Paint and paint supplies are provided. We are still looking for a volunteer to design and sketch the mural.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

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

12/15/18 11:45 AM +more

Quick Overview: Help us paint our kinder playground Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Your volunteer contributions help us send a message to our students that we care about the environment they learn in! Help us give these kindergarten students the playground they deserve. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Help us paint a fun map of Pasadena on our kinder playground, spruce up the hopscotch and 4-square courts on the upper playground and improve the basketball court. We have done the research on paint and the required preparation work and have planned layouts. All we need is some people to help get it done! Kids have participated in the past as well. Additional Details: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-25 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

Quick Overview: Weeding, harvesting, and help cleaning up the raised beds Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Did you know there are 18 edible gardens at Pasadena Unified School Distirct Schools that produce 1,000's of pounds of fruits and vegetables as part of the Farm to School Program? There are! We are looking for some volunteer support to keep it going and make it a community effort. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: We are looking for teams of volunteers to help us sustain these wonderful gardens. This volunteer opportunity can be scheduled at your team's convenience; let us know when you are available! Requirements: Must be at least 13, minors must be accompanied by a parent *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. Wilingness to work hard and get dirty Check out a gardening volunteer project sneak peak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VattVaWqvxo Additional Details: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-25 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! The Eliot Arts PTSA is also working to plan a spring fundraiser for community members to help support the garden while we work towards building our farm stand business which will serve to teach our students entrepreneurial skills. Equipment is provided as well as parent help! And, of course, there will be snacks!

Altadena, CA

1/1/19 8:00 AM

Quick Overview: Hands-on work to transform the Parent Resource Center into a flexible space for everyone. Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: We imagine a space where parent groups can meet, arrange workshops, entertain younger siblings, and provide secure storage for materials and supplies. With volunteer help, we can make this a reality! We have the physical space for this project but need help with the hands-on work to transform it into a flexible space for everyone. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Tasks may include rearranging the room, decorating, creating accessible space for meetings and children, and more! Requirements: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-25 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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: Some supplies are provided but we still need more. Donations of furniture, rugs, and other supplies are welcome.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

Quick Overview: Creating a drought tolerant, low maintenance landscape for the school's front entrance area Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: This is the first area people see when coming to our school and, more importantly, the area where most of our students enter and exit every day. We want to improve this very visible, public space to keep instilling school pride in our students and families. Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: Helps us get a little “curb appeal” at our school entry point! Our vision is to incorporate a drought tolerant, low maintenance landscape solution for this area. We understand that this project may take several phases to complete. Requirements: This one OR two day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-25 volunteers. It can be held any day that your team is available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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: All gardening supplies are provided. Donations of succulents, succulent cuttings, and other drought tolerant plants are welcome.

Pasadena, CA

Through 4/13/19

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.**

Alhambra, CA

12/16/18 12:45 PM +more

We're looking for a Digital Content Creator! Hollywood HEART develops character strengths, confidence and resiliency in at-risk youth through purposeful engagement in the arts. Hollywood HEART uses the arts to create a pathway from school to success through two complementary programs: the week-long arts intensive Camp Hollywood HEART, and Hollywood HEART's in-school and after-school Educational Arts Workshops. The Digital Content Creator will create promo videos, design marketing graphics and create flyers! They will have the opportunity to assist, support, and in some cases lead relevant tasks or projects. Essential and important duties and responsibilities performed by the Marketing Intern will be to: ● Create flyers, programs and handouts for promo. Experience in graphic design extremely desirable. ● Create designs for fundraising events or online campaigns.

Pasadena, CA

Through 2/28/19

Quick Overview: The Pasadena Educational Foundation needs a team of volunteers to help us clean and paint our Snack Shack at Blair High School. Mission or Broader Program Description: At the Pasadena Educational Foundation our mission is to support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives, and priorities of the Pasadena Unified School District. Our vision is for every PUSD student to receive an excellent education, to reach his or her full potential, and to become a joyful and fully engaged member of our democratic society. Impact: Your volunteer efforts contribute to the beautification of our schools. We envision a cool Snack Shack that our students will love to visit-- help us make it a reality! Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: During this service project you will be able to help clean and paint the school's Snack Shack. Additionally, it needs a new window and some maintenance on the door, a new lock, and to improve the floor. This volunteer opportunity can be scheduled at your team's convenience; let us know when you are available! Additional Details: This one day service project is a perfect opportunity for a team of 10-15 volunteers. It can be held any day that you and your team are available; contact the coordinator to set up a date that works for you! *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.

Pasadena, CA

1/1/19 9:00 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: 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. 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.**

Pasadena, CA

1/5/19 10:30 AM

CASA of Los Angeles mobilizes community volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. CASA is the only organization with volunteers appointed by the dependency court to advocate for children. Many more children are waiting to benefit from the time and dedication of a CASA volunteer! Program Description: CASA volunteers are trained and supported to represent the best interests of children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. They have the opportunity to broadly influence the lives of the children they work with by advocating across many key issues, including permanent placement, health care, education, and enrichment activities. Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: A CASA volunteer is paired with a child and, unlike others in the system, works one-on-one to advocate for his/her best interests in both the courtroom and the community. Volunteers’ advocacy activities focus on three priority areas: safety, permanency, and well-being. The CASA role includes: -Maintaining regular contact with the child and visiting him/her at least once a month. -Gathering information about the child’s circumstances, evaluating the facts independently, and providing recommendations to the court by means of written reports. -Communicating sensitively and objectively with children, social workers, foster care providers, therapists, teachers, attorneys, parents, or other family members who may be involved in the case. Through these activities, CASA volunteers are instrumental in facilitating access to the material, educational, and physical and mental health services necessary for each child to thrive. Time Commitment: An estimated 15 hours per month. Requirements: Anyone over the age of 21 who is committed to helping children may apply to become a CASA volunteer. No specific education background is required, but volunteers must have strong communication and problem solving skills. CASA of Los Angeles serves children through Los Angeles County. Travelling is necessary as the duties of a CASA volunteer include monthly, face-to-face contact with a child wherever he or she is residing. Travelling may also be necessary for information gathering with parties related to the case as scheduled. There are several steps involved in becoming a CASA. You must attend an information session, submit an application, pass a criminal background check, be interviewed, and go through the pre-service training. Upon successful completion, a dependency court judge will swear you in as a CASA advocate and officer of the court. Benefits: CASA volunteers receive ongoing support from staff and fellow CASAs, developing their personal and professional skills. Volunteers also connect with like-minded individuals. Many of our volunteers say that being a CASA is the most personally rewarding role they have played, either paid or volunteer. *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.

Monterey Park, CA

Through 12/31/18