Organize Pantry with Rescate Family Rescue Center
Help the Rescate Family Rescue Center stock their pantry shelves! To sign-up, visit: https://www.rescatefamilycenter.org/volunteer
Sort and Distribute Food at Salvation Army Glendale’s Food Pantry
The Salvation Army Glendale's Food Pantry program serves hundreds of invidiuals and families every month. They have recently transitioned into a 'marketplace' system, which gives their clients the independence to choose their own food options. In order to serve the community, Salvation Army Glendale need volunteers to help maintain the pantry by spending a couple of hours each week performing one (or more) of the following tasks: 1. Sort incoming food donations by type. 2. Place sorted foods in the designated area. 3. Help restock the marketplace floor as needed. 4. Assist/interact with clients. They have opportunities available Monday through Friday. Volunteers under 18 years old need to be supervised by an adult. Additionally, this opportunity involves the lifting of light weight items such as canned food, bread, etc. This is a great opportunity to bless the community! To learn more, visit: https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx?ID=2525
Volunteer at the St. Francis Center
Volunteers play a vital role in supporting every aspect of St. Francis Center’s daily operations, from working directly with homeless and extremely low-income program guests, to helping organize donations of food and clothing, and even providing administrative assistance. Having volunteers work the “front lines” of our programs solidifies their connection with guests and allows them to see firsthand how SFC meets the immediate needs of the families and individuals served. ll potential volunteers must complete the Volunteer Application and contact the Volunteer Coordinator directly via email before your volunteer opportunity at SFC. NO WALK-IN VOLUNTEERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. They are happy to host volunteers ages 8+ (parent/guardian supervision required for volunteers ages 8-13). To learn more, visit: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10QJesZNZZDRR6fRGI-Zu21oP68eRMmoOvxdxeaxuO-s/edit#gid=69710429
Volunteer for the The LA Regional Food Bank
Volunteering at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is one of the best volunteer opportunities in LA. By donating a few hours of your time, you’ll help them provide food for the 2 million people in Los Angeles County who face food insecurity. Volunteers help by boxing, sorting and gleaning food that is later distributed through their network of more than 600 agency partners to neighbors in need. Groups and individuals can easily register through their website. There are many ways for groups and individuals to get involved. Minimum age requirement is 18 and all volunteers must register online. On behalf of the Food Bank, they thank their volunteers who donated their time helping on-site at the Food Bank and at food distribution sites. To register to volunteer, visit: https://www.lafoodbank.org/volunteer/#requirements
Farm at Harvest Solutions Farm with Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County
Join Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County as they plant, harvest, weed and maintain the fields of the Harvest Solutions Farm located just down the road from their food bank in Irvine, CA! Currently, the volunteer opportunity is only available to people who are fully vaccinated or provide proof of a negative COVID test taken within 72 hours prior to volunteer shifts and 13 years old and above. Participants can provide our Volunteer Department with a negative COVID test result within 72 hours prior to the volunteer shift via email at volunteer@feedoc.org or at check-in the day of the event. If you are a volunteer between the ages of 13 and 17 years old, please notify our Volunteer Team at volunteer@feedoc.org so that we can reserve a space for you and provide you with the necessary documents to volunteer. Additionally, there needs to be at least one adult over the age of 21 per ten minors between the ages of 13-17. To volunteer, sign-up at: https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/?format=0&filter={%22eventGroupId%22:201924}
Distribute Food at Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County’s Distribution Center
Help Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County bring consistent, nutritious food to those experiencing hunger in Orange County by participating in a variety of projects in our Distribution Center. All food is ultimately distributed to individuals and families in Orange County. Together you are creating a future in which no one goes hungry! Currently, the Distribution Center volunteer opportunity is only available to people who are: Fully vaccinated OR provide proof of negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to the volunteer shift* and 13 years old and above. To volunteer, visit: https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/?format=0&filter={%22eventGroupId%22:46333}
Distribute Food at Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County’s Distribution Center
Help Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County bring consistent, nutritious food to those experiencing hunger in Orange County by participating in a variety of projects in our Distribution Center. All food is ultimately distributed to individuals and families in Orange County. Together you are creating a future in which no one goes hungry! Currently, the Distribution Center volunteer opportunity is only available to people who are: Fully vaccinated OR provide proof of negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to the volunteer shift* and 13 years old and above. To volunteer, visit: https://feedoc.volunteerhub.com/?format=0&filter={%22eventGroupId%22:46333}
Assemble Boxes of Food for Low-Income Seniors
Every person that volunteers with the OC Food Bank will be an empowering force to helping change the community. Volunteers will be working on assembly lines packing a variety of food items into boxes that will be serving approximately 25,500 low-income seniors monthly. These boxes are eventually distributed to over 70 sites all throughout Orange County and surrounding areas. This is a high energy, fast-paced event well loved by volunteers. Thyey are currently adhering to CDC guidelines & practicing social distancing requirements. Please note that masks, gloves, & hand sanitizer are available. Important: Due to safety measures we require volunteer groups to register each volunteer individually for an event. All volunteers must register as individuals. To fidn out more, visit: https://capoc.volunteerhub.com/
Food Pantry Volunteer APLA Health
The Vance North Necessities of Life Program (NOLP) provides groceries to over 1,700 clients who live on a limited income. Clients are able to access the food bank weekly, and take home five bags of groceries per visit. They receive a wide variety of predetermined items that include fresh dairy, frozen meats, fresh produce, and an assortment of canned and dry goods that cover 100% of weekly meals as well as hygiene items and cleaning supplies. NOLP is one of the largest programs at APLA Health, and have a number of opportunities for volunteers, such as distributing groceries to clients, pre-bagging groceries, filing, and stocking shelves. REQUIREMENTS: The desire to help improve the quality of life of low-income people with HIV. Enjoy working in a warehouse environment. Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. Outgoing personality, excellent communication skills. Bilingual Spanish helpful, as well as some knowledge of HIV/AIDS. Proof of negative tuberculosis test signed by a licensed California physician and dated within the last 12 months. Proof of COVID full vaccination. A person is fully vaccinated when they have received their booster dose or they received their initial vaccine series but are not yet eligible for their booster. Wear an approved face covering, as recommended by Los Angeles County Department of Public health. At the NOLP San Fernando Campus from Tuesday-Friday: 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. For more info please visit: https://aplahealth.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Nutrition/Administrative Volunteer APLA Health
Volunteer will interface with the nutritionist and site assistant in order to successfully offer administrative assistance to clients, volunteers, and staff. REQUIREMENTS: Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, filing, data entry, phone skills. Strong PC, MS Office, and online resources skills. Strong nutrition and administrative skills needed. For more info please visit: https://aplahealth.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Special Events Volunteer for APLA Health
Assist with set-up, breakdown, directions, ticket sales, and other duties related to our special events. They accept both individual and group volunteers. Groups are encouraged to volunteer together. REQUIREMENTS: Should be flexible and willing to perform a variety of duties. Excellent people skills are required. A variety of shifts is available. They need both daytime and nighttime volunteers for most events. For more info please visit: https://aplahealth.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Become a Top Chef for Alexandria House
Alexandria House's cooking program serves current residents and other members of the Alexandria House community. It is a wonderful treat for women living in residence when volunteers come to cook dinner! Just like you, they have a busy life with work, school and kids and can use a “night off “ too! Here are a few ways to participate as a Top Chef: Preparing dinner for 40 people at your site and dropping off at Alexandria House. Purchasing dinner from a local restaurant for 40 and having it delivered to Alexandria House. Purchasing dinner from one of our past residents for $250.00 and they will arrange to drop off at Alexandria House. Cooking dinner at Alexandria House with the following guidelines: A maximum of 6 volunteers in a group. Please practice social distancing guidelines. No children under the age of 12 allowed at this time. All teens must show proof of vaccination. Click here to see the complete guideline for our Top Chef Program. Click here for more info: https://www.alexandriahouse.org/volunteer
Volunteer with the Food Bank of Southern California
Since 1975, the Foodbank of Southern California has been working to end hunger, one meal at a time, They focus on the "poorest of the poor" making sure those with little to no resources are at the very least, fed. They have a mightly group of volunteers, but always need more helping hands. The more people who help, the more people they can help. They have opportunitites all over Los Angeles County, and they can't wait to get in touch with you to start your volunteer journey with them! Visit their webiste to sign up and they will get back to you with details. https://www.foodbankofsocal.org/ways-to-help/volunteering/
Become a Food Rescuer with Food Finders
Food Finders has a simple mission with massive impact: Reduce food waste by rescuing otherwise thrown away items, and redirect them to people and places that need it. They work all over Los Angeles to redistribute food, eliminate food waste, and provide access to nutritionally sound food for people who need. They are a mighty but small force that benefit greatly from the power of volunteers. That is where you come in! You can participate in one (or more!) of their many programs, whether that is rescuing food or if its distributing it! Sign up to volunteer today, and they will work with you to train you and place you at the best position for you and your lifestyle. Sign up here: https://www.foodfinders.org/volunteer/
Volunteer with the Foothill Family Shelter
The Foothill Family Shelter is ready and eager to meet new volunteers! They house unhoused families with children for up to 4 months, with the possibility for extension and 1 year transitional housing depending on the case. They always need help though, and volunteers can help with: sorting donations, stocking shelves in the food pantry, serving walk-in clients and providing resources to walk-in clients. Volunteers are also community advocates. Check out their Facebook & Instagram and help share their needs, successes, and opportunities. To apply, fill out their volunteer application and email it to raquel@foothillfamilyshelter.org. You can also reach out to Raquel for any questions.
Host a Virtual Dinner for the Friendship Shelter
Due to COVID-19, the Friendship Shelter had to stop all in-person events and gatherings. However, that didn't stop the many volunteers and passionate supporters from helping them get the donations they needed! Check out their toolkit on how to host a virtual dinner party to fundraise on the Friendship Shelters behalf! It is fun with your friends and you all get to contribute to people getting permanent housing! Check out their website for more details and to download their toolkit! https://www.friendshipshelter.org/events
Meal Prep for Community Dinner with the Greater West Hollywood Food Coalition
Meal prep for the West Hollywood Food Coalition's community dinner! They host it every night, so any day you wanna spend a little time in the kitchen, feel free to volunteer with them! With COVID restrictions, they are only able to have a few people in the kitchen at a time. They require everyone to wear a mask, gloves, and disposable aprons, as well as some form of head covering which is required by the Dept. of Health for any kitchen work. Sign up on their website today!
Serve Community Dinner with the Greater West Hollywood Food Coalition
Serving at a community dinner is a wonderful expierence with the Hollywood Food Coalition. The volunteers at a community dinner are a connection to the community. They are asking for meal service volunteers to be comfortable around the vulnerable guests and be able and willing to chat, answer questions, and direct them to the lead volunteer for information about additional services. When you volunteer, you may be the only person who is friendly and kind to a guest all day. Sign up on their website today!
Volunteer and Donate Wishlist Items to House of Ruth
If you have a desire to help women and children in need, there are a lot of ways you can get involved and make a positive difference. Volunteer and donate wishlist items to House of Ruth, who provide housing and resources for women and children homeless due to domestic violence. Some of their wishlist items include: Grocery Store Gift Cards, Amazon gift cards, non-perishable food (new items please), laundry Detergent and cleaning supplies, small appliances, baby supplies (new items please), furniture, and cell phones & computers. Send them an email to learn more!
Get Involved with Your Community with Imagine L.A
Imagine LA works to prevent first time and repeat homelessness by empowering people and families to maintain their housing. Consider volunteering with them and help support your community! There are many ways to volunteer, including becoming a family mentor and friend, where you partner with a family who either expierenced homelessness or was severely at risk and are now in stable housing and getting back on their feet. You can also serve as a general volunteer at any event or host donation drives for the organization. Either way, you can sign up on their website today! https://action.imaginela.org/
Featured Projects
Lend a Hand at Big Sunday’s Greatest Hits Volume II
Big Sunday ,
davidmcb@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
Big Sunday will be hosting their second Greatest Hits Event at the great Evergreen Avenue Elementary School in Boyle Heights on Saturday, May 14, 12pm-3pm. We’ll be doing all kinds of helping, giving and beautifying activities for – and with – this Evergreen community. All ages welcome. All activities will be outdoors. Click here to sign up: https://bigsundayorg.wufoo.com/forms/z1qcok690o4mous/