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125+ Volunteer Opportunities for the Season of Giving
PostedItโs November and the spirit of generosity is in the air.
Are you looking to give back this season, but don't know where to start?โ Check out the 125+ volunteer events and opportunities linked below!
This list includes in-person, remote, and seasonal options from our LA2050 grantees, partners, and other social impact organizations. The information below comes from their respective websites, and is subject to change.
๐This star emoji indicates that an organization is an awardee of the LA2050 Grants Challenge!
November volunteer opportunities:
๐คCommunity Exchange w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | November 12th - 27th
Help HoFoCo sort and organize food and hygiene items for its community members.
๐คMeal Prep w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | November 12th - 30th
Help the HoFoCo Kitchen prepare meals for its community members.
๐คMeal Service w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | November 13th - 25th
Help the HoFoCo serve evening meals for its community members.
๐คHope Through Housing Foundation: Community Thanksgiving Event | November 14th
Join this Thankful Thanksgiving Event, during which residents will be able to build a thankful craft and receive a Thanksgiving treat.
๐คFood on Foot: Kit Assembly | November 14th
For the holiday season, Food on Foot is in need of volunteers to assemble various types of kits including general hygiene and feminine hygiene.
๐คHope Through Housing Foundation: Senior Thanksgiving Lunch | November 15th
At this event, low income senior residents will be able to build a thankful craft and receive a Thanksgiving treat, with the support of volunteers.
๐คLos Angeles Regional Foodbank Food Distribution | November 15th
Volunteers are needed to help distribute food kits to seniors in our community. The food boxes consist of shelf-stable items such as milk, beans, grains, and canned fruits and vegetables.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | November 15th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คUNITE-LA: LA Youth at Work program | November 15th
LA Youth at Work needs volunteers at a WRC to serve as mock interviewers.
๐คCreate Laundry Kits w/ Project Ropa | November 15th - December 31st
Project Ropa is looking for assistance in creating hygiene kits to distribute to our unhoused neighbors. This level of personalized care may require time and attention, but it is where the real impact happens. It's care that restores hope, and the guests deeply appreciate it.
๐คCreate Hygiene Kits w/ Project Ropa | November 15th - December 31st
Project Ropa's team members work diligently to help clients find clothing they'll be proud to wear โ clean, stylish, and hand-picked. Volunteers will assist in creating hygiene kits to distribute to our unhoused neighbors.
๐Heal the Bay: Day of Service at Kuruvungna Springs| November 17th
Learn about the work the Gabrielino-Tongva Foundation is doing to preserve the heritage site and the natural and cultural resources of the area.
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | November 19th
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
๐คChildrenโs Institute Thanksgiving Luncheon | November 20th
Help to serve CII staff a delicious Thanksgiving meal at the CII Long Beach Campus.
๐คMudTown Farms Produce Giveaway | November 20th
Help sort and distribute produce to community members in Watts. Volunteers will help distribute over 17,000 pounds of produce each event.
๐คSowing Seeds for Life Drive Thru Food Pantry | November 20th
Sowing Seeds for Life is in need of volunteers to help distribute food, load cars, or assist with traffic control. Signed waivers are all required before volunteering, which will be provided on site.
๐คThanksgiving Food Box Packing w/ The Salvation Army | November 21st
Volunteers will help with meal preparation, serving, setup, and cleanup as we provide a warm and welcoming holiday meal for those in need.
๐คSt. Barnabas Produce Distribution | November 21st
Volunteers are a huge aid in every step of the process, from sorting produce through assembling and handing out packages to the last moments of cleanup.
๐คHelp Pack Kits for Veterans in Need | November 21st
Join L.A. Works Corporate Events team and Infinity Ward in providing hygiene kits to the Community Veteran Justice Project, a nonprofit that is dedicated to ensuring current and former military service members receive the information, support, and services they need.
๐คFall Festivities w/ American Family Housing | November 21st
Volunteers will have the chance to engage with our community by serving meals, assisting with setup and cleanup, and leading a fun art activity.
๐คLatino Equality Alliance Turkey Drive | November 22nd
Latino Equality Alliance is hosting a Thanksgiving Turkey Drive for those experiencing food insecurity in East Los Angeles and they need your help. By volunteering to help with the Turkey Drive, you'll be providing a nourishing meal to individuals and families of a diverse community.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | November 22nd
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. This operation is open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คUNITE-LA: LA Youth at Work program | November 22nd
LA Youth at Work needs volunteers at a WRC to serve as mock interviewers.
๐คHeart of LA's Thanksgiving Dinner Box Distribution | November 22nd - 23rd
Last year, Heart of LA served 100 families and provided them with turkey dinner boxes. Help distribute Thanksgiving themed dinner boxes for families and youth.
๐Defy SoCal HealthRIGHT 360 Community Business Pitch Competition & Graduation| November 23rd
Volunteers have the opportunity to hear participants present their business pitches followed by Q&A and feedback sessions.
๐Habitat Restoration Day w/ FOLAR | November 23rd
Engage in a morning of habitat restoration at the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve.
๐คFAVE Family Volunteering: Create Thanksgiving Grocery Bundles | November 23rd
Your volunteer efforts will ensure that women with infants and seniors have Thanksgiving staples to create a meal and they will receive a thoughtful and useful re-usable grocery bag and Thanksgiving card of support.
๐คHeart of Compassion Thanksgiving Dinner | November 23rd
Heart of Compassion is volunteer led non-profit, serving approximately 400 families a week with groceries and goods. This is a special Saturday event held once a year and many in the community look forward to it.
๐ค2024 Thanksgiving Day Run and Food Drive w/ Community Center of La Canada Flintridge | November 25th - 28th
Volunteer opportunities include: handing out T-shirts, giving medals to kids as they finish the race, finish line water distribution, runner check-in and more.
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | November 26th
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
๐คBig Sundayโs 13th Annual Thanksgiving Stuffing Event | November 27th
A memorable opportunity for families, friends, and groups to get together, assemble bags, and make new friends.
๐คHI Santa Monica Thanksgiving Dinner | November 27th - 28th
Hostelling International USA is looking for volunteers to help with the setup, distribution, and breakdown of its annual Thanksgiving Dinner service. This is a great opportunity to engage in cultural exchange with travelers from around the world.
๐คLove My Neighbor Foundation Thanksgiving Day Serving | November 28th
On Thanksgiving Day, Love My Neighbor Foundation will be serving food to the homeless and the less fortunate during the early part of the day. RSVP required.
๐คSeeds of Hopeโs Thanksgiving Feast | November 28th
Seeds of Hope is partnering with St. Athanasius Episcopal Church and St. Paul's Commons to host a free Thanksgiving feast for 500 people in Echo Park, and they need your help.
๐คDrumstick Dash LA w/ Hope the Mission | November 27th - 28th
Hope the Mission is in need of set up/break down help, photographers, swag distributors, and more.
๐ค PATH LAโs Holiday Meal Service | November 27th - 28th
Help PATH LA make sure that everyone in our community โ housed and unhoused โ can enjoy a special holiday meal.
๐ค PATH LAโs Thanksgiving Day Meal Delivery | November 27th - 28th
Help PATH LA pick up, transport, and deliver meals to those who need them most.
๐คWestside Thanksgiving Community Dinner & Celebration | November 27th - 28th
Be a leader and take a few hours and join many others in creating a wonderful celebration.
๐ค10th Annual Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot | November 28th
Kick-off the holiday season in style and volunteer to assist on race day.
๐คGobble Gobble Give: Crenshaw| November 28th
Gobble Gobble Give is dedicated to feeding the homeless on Thanksgiving. Get involved in your community and make a difference.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | November 29th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
December volunteer opportunities:
๐คMeal Prep w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | December 1st - 31st
Help the HoFoCo Kitchen prepare meals for its community members.
๐คDecorate for the Holidays w/ PATH LA | December 2nd - 7th
Help decorate an interim housing facility to make things festive for its guests.
๐คServeLA Community Breakfast Meal Hosting | December 2nd - 27th
Serve LA provides an overage of 1000 meals per week! This volunteer role helps to plate food and or helps to serve meals to guests seated in the dining room.
๐คMeal Service w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | December 2nd - 31st
Help the HoFoCo serve evening meals for its community members.
๐คCommunity Exchange w/ the Hollywood Food Coalition | December 2nd - 11th
Help HoFoCo sort and organize food and hygiene items for its community members.
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | December 3rd
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers.
๐คServe LA Shower Program | December 3rd - 26th
The shower attendant volunteer role helps manage the signup sheet and sanitize the shower between each use for community members.
๐คMudTown Farms Produce Giveaway | December 4th
Help sort and distribute produce to community members in Watts. Volunteers will help distribute over 17,000 pounds of produce each event!
๐คSt. Barnabas Produce Distribution | December 5th
Volunteers are a huge aid in every step of the process. From sorting produce through assembling and handing out packages to the last moments of cleanup, you will have ample opportunity to help.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | December 6th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คUNITE-LA: LA Youth at Work program | December 6th
LA Youth at Work needs volunteers at a WRC to serve as mock interviewers.
๐Healing California Clinic: Compton | December 7th
This clinic is in need of professional volunteers that are licensed healthcare providers in the medical, dental, and vision fields and general volunteers.
๐CicLAvia - The Valley (WinnetkaHub)| December 8th
CicLAvia will close the streets of Canoga Park, Winnetka, and Reseda to cars and open them up to the community. Volunteers are needed to: help with way-finding, slow zones and dismount areas, provide participants with route and activity information, and more.
๐คO.I.F. Yuletide Caroling With Senior Family Members | December 8th
The mission of One Incredible Family is to serve the disenfranchised members of our global family, here in Los Angeles County. O.I.F. Volunteers will bring holiday cheer and raise the spirits of our Senior & Elderly โFamily Membersโ by presenting a Yuletide caroling program.
๐คDeliver Holiday Gift Bags to Seniors w/ BCHD | December 9th - 19th
250 bags will be delivered to isolated older and/or disabled adults living in the South Bay, many of whom are low-income. This is a community endeavor, bringing together residents, first responders, and local organizations to ensure a vulnerable population is not forgotten during the holidays.
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | December 10th
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
๐คSowing Seeds for Life Drive Thru Food Pantry | December 11th
Sowing Seeds for Life is in need of volunteers to help distribute food, load cars, or assist with traffic control. Sign in and Signed waivers are all required before volunteering, which will be provided on site.
๐คSt. Barnabas Produce Distribution | December 12th
Volunteers are a huge aid in every step of the process. From sorting produce through assembling and handing out packages to the last moments of cleanup, you will have ample opportunity to help.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | December 13th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คCommunity Garden Day with Garden School Foundation | December 14th
You donโt need any gardening experience to join in- just a love of nature and a willingness to get dirty! Make new friends as you help GSF plant, weed, water, mulch, and more!
๐คFountain Community Garden Volunteer Days | December 14th
Make East Hollywood bloom with greenery and community spirit!
๐คVolunteer Orientation for Long Beach Rescue Mission | December 14th
With opportunities ranging from working in the kitchen to being a tutor for someone pursuing their education, LBRM looks forward to working with you!
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | December 17th
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
๐คMudTown Farms Produce Giveaway | December 18th
Help sort and distribute produce to community members in Watts. Volunteers will help distribute over 17,000 pounds of produce each event!
๐คSt. Barnabas Produce Distribution | December 19th
Volunteers are a huge aid in every step of the process. From sorting produce through assembling and handing out packages to the last moments of cleanup, you will have ample opportunity to help.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | December 20th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คHeart of Compassion: Christmas Celebration Event | December 21st
Heart of Compassion's mission is to be a lighthouse of volunteers fighting poverty and restoring hope. Volunteers are needed to assist in a variety of areas: traffic security, registration team, food distribution team, toy distribution team, and more.
๐Habitat Restoration Day w/ FOLAR | December 21st
Engage in a morning of habitat restoration at the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve!
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | December 24th
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
๐ค PATH LAโs Holiday Meal Service | December 24th - 25th
Help PATH LA make sure that everyone in our community - housed and unhoused - can enjoy a special holiday meal!
๐คSt. Barnabas Produce Distribution | December 26th
Volunteers are a huge aid in every step of the process. From sorting produce through assembling and handing out packages to the last moments of cleanup, you will have ample opportunity to help.
๐คKhalsa Food Pantry | December 27th
The food pantry was created with a single goal: to help families in need decrease the stress of obtaining groceries and providing food for their loved ones. Since 2013, this operation has been open every Friday providing hundreds of families with fresh produce and dried goods.
๐คSt. James' Tuesday Soup Kitchen | December 31st
Soup Kitchen at St. James provides a safe space for unhoused neighbors to gather for socializing, home-cooked meals, clean clothes, a charging station, and bathroom access. The event is run entirely by volunteers who help to prepare meals, set up the distribution tables, and socialize with our guests.
Plus, check out these ongoing volunteer opportunities for ways to give back all year:
๐Help BEAM assist its students with homework, scholarship applications, math problems, and more.
๐Join Jenesse Center in healing families and helping communities.
๐Bridge The Digital Divide is recruiting volunteers for its expanded Computer Literacy workshops.
๐Help FEAST feed hungry families in Los Angeles.
๐Lend Streets for All a hand with anything from door-knocking to GIS mapping.
๐Join FOLARโs river-lution to restore our riverโs habitat.
๐SoLa I Can is in need of volunteers on the ground and remote.
๐Help Jazz Hands for Autism create pathways to employment for musicians on the autism spectrum.
๐Transform lives of formerly incarcerated adults with Flintridge Center.
๐Para Los Niรฑos welcomes volunteers from corporations, community groups, colleges and schools.
๐Volunteer with SoLA Robotics to empowering underserved youth in South Los Angeles through STEM.
๐ Empower girls to skate as a mentor or volunteer with Concrete Queenz.
๐Volunteer with ARC to help empower formerly and currently incarcerated people.
๐คBe the change you want to see in your community, and join the MRod Volunteer Corps.
Did we miss an upcoming volunteer opportunity in Los Angeles? Email us at connect@la2050.org so we can add it to our list!
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