One Bus, One Cause - Kuruvungna Village Springs

The story of Santa Monica begins centuries before the arrival of Spanish explorers, Mexican ranchos and America’s Westward migration, back when the indigenous Tongva people inhabited our coastal plain. While human remains from 8,000 years ago have been discovered at Ballona Creek, perhaps the most observable evidence of the local Tongva population can be found at the Kuruvungna Sacred Springs.

The Gabrielino-Tongva Springs Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation established to preserve and protect the Kuruvungna Village Springs site located at University High School in Los Angeles. The Foundation is a community organization dedicated to preserving the heritage site and educating the public about the history as well as preserving the natural and cultural resources of the area.

For this event, UCLA volunteers will get a tour of this space and help with various beautification tasks at the Springs. Snacks and lunch will be provided for volunteers.

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026

Volunteer/Service Project Time: 9am - 2pm (Meet at Bradley International Hall by 8am for check-in)

Meet up Location: Volunteers will meet at Bradley International Hall and travel together via public transportation to the Springs.

Address: 1439 S. Barrington Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90025

Public Transportation Provided: Yes

Project Capacity: 20

Age Requirement: Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.