Volunteer Database

The UCLA Volunteer Center works with many internal and external partners to provide this list of current volunteer opportunities. Interested in technology? Mentoring? Search here for an opportunity in the community that suits your interests or skills.

Ready to volunteer? Reach out directly to the contact listed for each organization. Be prepared to provide your own transportation and meet any of the organization’s training requirements. Good luck!

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Reading to Kids: February 10, 2024 Reading Clubs

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Sat, 02/10/24
Time Details:
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:
8 Elementary Schools near Downtown Los Angeles
Opportunity Description:
Volunteers must be 18 or older to volunteer with Reading to Kids. Reading to Kids organizes monthly reading clubs on the second Saturday of every month from 9:00 am. to 12:00 p.m. at eight downtow...
Tags:
Art Education Youth

Spartan DODGER STADIUM Race 2024!!!Spartan DODGER STADIUM Race 2024!!!

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Sat, 02/24/24
Time Details:
6:00AM - 6:00PM
Location:
1000 Vin Scully Ave Los Angeles, CA 90012
Opportunity Description:
WHEN & WHERE Saturday, February 24th | Dodger Stadium 1000 Vin Scully Ave Los Angeles, CA 90012 Stadium 5K VOLUNTEER PERKS ~Fundraising or Donations | groups of 5 or more Amounts are b...
Tags:
Health

Volunteer Panelist: Inspire LA Youth

Volunteer Duration:
Ongoing
Start Date:
Mon, 03/18/24
End Date:
Fri, 03/22/24
Time Details:
Orientation or Training This 5-hour volunteer opportunity includes: Virtual onboarding session (1 hr) Virtual or in-person practice panel with other volunteers (1 hr) In-person panel conversation w/ high school students (1-2 hrs) Optional Mixer (1 hr) Vol
Location:
LAUSD High School
Opportunity Description:
Everyone has a story that matters. Sharing those stories widely helps us feel valued, connected, and motivated. Join a panel of relatable community role models to share the inspiration of YOUR exp...
Tags:
Art Education Equity-Youth Mentoring Youth

FEAST: Food Distribution in South Central LA

Volunteer Duration:
Ongoing
Start Date:
Wed, 01/10/24
End Date:
Mon, 01/29/24
Time Details:
Morning (9am - 11am) and/or afternoon (3pm - 4:30pm)
Location:
3655 S Grand Ave Ste 210 Los Angeles, CA 90007
Opportunity Description:
Every Wednesday, FEAST packages a week's worth of farm-fresh veggies for 75 families living in South Los Angeles. We are looking for volunteers to help with sorting and packaging groceries each ...
Tags:
Education Health Hunger Poverty Seniors

AFC College Summer Internship Program

Volunteer Duration:
Ongoing
Start Date:
Tue, 05/28/24
End Date:
Fri, 08/02/24
Time Details:
8hr/day
Location:
Pasadena area
Opportunity Description:
AFC’s College Summer Internship Program provides students pursuing degrees in biology, environmental science, or related fields, hands-on experience in an environmental nonprofit setting. In this 10-...
Tags:
Animals Environment

Support Open Streets at CicLAvia — Melrose

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Sun, 02/25/24
Time Details:
Shifts - Morning (8:30am-11:30am), Mid (11:00am-2:00pm), Afternoon (1:30pm-3:30pm)
Location:
5514 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
Opportunity Description:
CicLAvia is seeking both individuals and groups to volunteer at CicLAvia—Melrose on Sunday, February 25. CicLAvia produces a temporary car-free day that transforms streets into safe spaces for thousa...
Tags:
Environment Health Sustainability

Staff Writer for MENA Representation

Volunteer Duration:
Ongoing
Start Date:
Mon, 01/01/24
Time Details:
N/A
Location:
Remote
Opportunity Description:
Help us increase Middle Eastern North African (MENA) representation in the arts and entertainment! As a staff writer, you will contribute at least one original article (between 500 and 700 words)...
Tags:
Art Education International Youth

READING TO KIDS: January 13, 2024 Reading Clubs

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Sat, 01/13/24
Time Details:
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:
8 Elementary Schools near downtown Los Angeles, CA 90006
Opportunity Description:
READING TO KIDS: January 13, 2023 Reading Clubs Reading to Kids organizes monthly reading clubs on the second Saturday of every month at eight downtown Los Angeles elementary schools. The reading ...
Tags:
Art Education Youth

A Place Called Home 2023 Home for the Holidays EVENT

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Sat, 12/16/23
Time Details:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location:
A Place Called Home (APCH)
Opportunity Description:
APCH 2023 Home for the Holidays EVENT Volunteer Details **HAVE QUESTIONS OR WANT TO SUPPORT THIS EVENT: Please email volunteer@apch.org by 12/8/2023** • Volunteer Schedule: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM • ...
Tags:
Equity-Youth Poverty Youth

A Place Called Home: Home for the Holidays "Sorting Party"

Volunteer Duration:
Single Day
Start Date:
Fri, 12/15/23
Time Details:
1:30 PM-5:00 PM
Location:
A Place Called Home (Main Campus): 2830, S. Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Opportunity Description:
APCH 2023 Home for the Holidays SORTING PARTY Volunteer Details HAVE QUESTIONS OR WANT TO SUPPORT THIS EVENT: Please email volunteer@apch.org by 12/8/2023 • Volunteer Schedule: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM ...
Tags:
Equity-Youth Poverty Youth