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Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Partnering with L.A. Works We believe volunteers help organizations become better positioned to achieve their missions, improve the lives of those they serve, and thrive. Likewise, we believe strong nonprofit organizations make stronger communities. ​ We are here to help! How we support our partners: Recruit Volunteers Manage Projects Mobilize Groups Perks of being a Partner Join a network of hundreds of nonprofits utilizing L.A. Works to promote your volunteer opportunities. 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From hands-on beautification projects to virtual mentoring workshops to creating supply kits, corporate groups are always willing to lend a helping hand. CORPORATE/GROUP VOLUNTEERS Year-long Volunteer Corps L.A. Works recruits, places, and matches AmeriCorps VISTAs to spend a year at a nonprofit, building the volunteer infrastructure of an organization whose mission is to alleviate poverty. Click the button to learn more about the Volunteer Corps program and how to host a VISTA HOST A VISTA Retired & Senior Volunteer Placement L.A. Works recruits and matches volunteer age 55 and over with nonprofits, tapping into the volunteers’ experience, skills, and wisdom. Looking for longer-term, experienced volunteers or leaders to support your programming? Reach out below and we can explore! CONTACT RSVP Ready to post to our website? Follow the steps below to start recruiting! ​ 1. 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Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Camp FAVE L.A. Works’ Service Leadership Day Camp for kids ages 7 to 14 + CIT program for kids entering 8th-10th grade ​ This rewarding day camp includes: 1) Field trips to local nonprofits working to address challenges facing LA;   2) Age-appropriate community service projects that bring those nonprofits’ work to life; and   3) FUN!   ​ This camp is subsidized by L.A. Works to make it accessible to all LA children. ​ Camp Fave Registration Week 1: June 15 - 19 9 AM - 3 PM Los Angeles (Northeast LA) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Week 2: June 22 - 26 9 AM - 3 PM Los Angeles (Westchester) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Extended Care (Summer Only) Need a little extra time after camp ends? Our Extended Day Program is the perfect way for campers to wind down their day in a fun, relaxed environment! From 3:00 to 4:30 PM, kids can enjoy games and outdoor play under the supervision of our friendly camp staff. It’s a great time to make new friends, get creative, and enjoy some extra camp magic while waiting for pickup! Camp Counselor Roles Now Open! Are you outgoing, energetic, fun loving, responsible, and passionate about serving kids? Do you need to fill a few weeks of the summer with inspiring work?   Join our vibrant team as a Summer Day Camp Counselor for Camp FAVE and lead the way in creating an enriching, fun-filled experience for our campers. ​ Application deadline 5/8 Learn More Welcome to Camp FAVE! Camp FAVE launched in Summer 2024 with a bold vision: to create an unforgettable camp experience that builds the next generation of volunteers and civic leaders. Each week blends exciting field trips, meaningful service projects, friendship, and fun — all grounded in hands-on, experiential learning. ​ Through guided discussions and real-world volunteer projects, campers explore important community issues such as supporting foster youth, preserving ecosystems, caring for shelter animals, addressing food insecurity, and serving our unhoused neighbors. We don’t just talk about challenges, we empower kids to be part of the solution. ​ Each week, Camp FAVE welcomes approximately 100 campers from across Los Angeles, led by trained counselors and experienced directors. Our inclusive and intentional program fosters connection, helping kids build friendships while strengthening their sense of belonging within the broader LA community. ​ Camp FAVE is designed to nurture social and emotional growth. Through service, children naturally develop empathy, compassion, leadership, and teamwork. Engaging in meaningful community work builds confidence and self-esteem while promoting active, healthy lifestyles through outdoor exploration, environmental stewardship, and hands-on projects across the city. ​ Most importantly, we help children discover that their actions matter. By introducing philanthropy and civic engagement early, we lay the foundation for lifelong community involvement and responsible leadership. ​ New This Year: Pop Up Camp Days! We’re excited to introduce Camp FAVE Pop-Up Days, single-day camp experiences offered on school holidays. These high-energy, hands-on days are designed for students who are off from school and ready to spend the day learning, serving, creating, and having FUN. ​ About Our Directors Beth Albrecht, Co-Founder Beth brings more than 20 years of experience as a summer camp counselor and director with the Glendale YMCA. Through the YMCA’s partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, she has extensive experience supporting youth from foster and group homes. Beth has also volunteered internationally, including in a refugee camp in Ghana and a slum community in India. 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A Typical Day's Schedule:   9:00am Arrival, team-building, inclusive welcome ​ ​ 9:30am Field trip departure or on-site service project​ ​ 10:00am Learning session + hands-on service​ ​ 11:45am Lunch​ ​ 12:30pm Service continuation or museum/career visit​ ​ 2:00pm Return to base site​ ​ 2:30pm Guided reflection circles + leadership discussion​ ​ 3:00pm Camp Day ends Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the camp! CONTACT US Every day, my kids came home excited to tell me about their adventures. They especially loved the session with exotic animals and the visit to the African-American Firefighter Museum. It was also heartening to see how the camp celebrated Juneteenth and taught the kids its significance. 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DONATE MLK Day Volunteer Festival - 2026 At the LA Coliseum in 1964, Dr. King passionately and persuasively addressed 15,000 Angelenos on the issues of race relations and human dignity.  ​ ​ ​ Guided by Dr. King's vision of a beloved community, on Monday, January 19, 2026, thousands of Angelenos will come together at the Coliseum once again to meet this urgent moment. As neighbors, volunteers, and a city united in shared purpose at  the L.A. Works MLK Day Volunteer Festival, we will transform compassion into action.   From wildfire recovery to community resilience, from uplifting displaced families to standing with immigrant communities under threat of deportation, this day is about service as solidarity. Invest in LA Take advantage of the perks our packages have to offer for this incredible event! 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Register × Section where will be render the block of third level menu Education Equity Education is the foundation of opportunity, and every child deserves the chance to thrive. By volunteering in support of education, you’re helping students gain equitable access to resources, mentorship, and encouragement they need to succeed. Become a champion for young learners. Sign up to support education opportunities that open doors for the next generation. Are you a nonprofit interested in adding opportunities to this page? Head over to our Partners page to get started recruiting more volunteers! www.laworks.com/recruit-volunteers   Submit Please wait... Submit Please wait... No results found. VOLUNTEER CALENDAR facebook twitter youtube instagram linkedin ©2025 L.A. 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With easy sign-ups and cancellations, volunteering doesn't have to be in-person at a nonprofit site.   You can make a big impact mentoring a student, helping someone gain skills and confidence to enter the workforce, researching resources for unhoused Angelenos, and more.  VIEW VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES TELESOCIAL PROGRAM Seeking volunteers aged 55+ Click here   to see special remote opportunities for volunteers who are 55+ to use their experience and skills to build the capacity of nonprofits in LA. Want to add your volunteer opportunities to this page? BECOME A PARTNER CONTACT US LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES | L.A. 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We will continue to invest significant volunteer power to combat critical issues that have surfaced: Home Address critical issues affecting Angelenos Address Critical Issue Areas DISASTER PREPAREDNESS HOUSING INSECURITY FOOD INSECURITY CLIMATE ACTION EDUCATION EQUITY HEALTH JUSTICE LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> MEET L.A. WORKS STAFF | Los Angeles top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Meet The L.A. Works Team Special Projects Associate Beth Albrecht Beth is back on the L.A. Works team after a year spent traveling and volunteering around the world with her husband and three kids. She brings a global perspective to the local issues we face. She's collaborated with many folks across L.A. Works' departments on events and special projects. Currently, she's utilizing her graphic design skills and event planning expertise to help with the major events L.A. Works hosts. She holds a MPA from USC, a Studio Art degree from UCSB and a degree in Fashion Design from Parsons. Mail  MLK Jr. Day of Service Coordinator Metzti Amaya Metzti was born in Cudahy and raised in Sylmar, CA where community activism and organizing revolved around her upbringing. After graduating high school a year early she dedicated her time to developing her leadership and team development skills through her presidency at M.E.Ch.A. and as an Intern Project Leader with AFT. She graduated from Los Angeles Mission College with AA's in Behavioral Science, Chicano/a Studies, Studio Art, and Communication. When Metzti is not organizing community events or catering with her coffee business, you can find her walking her pup, indulging in landscape photography, or eating breakfast for dinner. Mail Climate Action Corps Fellow Rose Agpawa Rose is a strategic marketing professional with a background in entertainment, digital marketing and PR. A lifelong interest and love for the outdoors and wellness was inspired by her youth in Hawaii, Las Vegas, and the Philippines. She encourages others to join the "No Buy" challenge to raise awareness for textile waste and circularity. In her free time, she likes to profusely organize things, read, write down which tv shows + films she watches, and can be found trying to surf, hiking, exploring beaches and lakes. Mail Executive Director Deborah Brutchey Deborah has proudly led the L.A. Works team since June 2009. Prior to her role at L.A. Works, Deborah fundraised in Santa Barbara for a family service agency and led a program at Stanford University serving children impacted by a parent with cancer. In 2001, Deborah was interim Executive Director of the AT&T Center for Service Leadership at the Pennsylvania State University. Deborah has served on the City of Los Angeles "We Serve LA" Community Service Advisory Cabinet and the Points of Light's Corporate Institute Leadership Faculty. She is a graduate of the Los Angeles Chamber Leadership Los Angeles class of 2014 and was named one of the City's 2020 Impact-Makers to Watch by Stratiscope. Deborah completed her MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business with a focus on social entrepreneurship. As the mother of two young girls, Debbie tries to model a healthy work-life balance to her team by spending her non-work hours at the pool, beach, with friends, traveling, and just enjoying the time with her family. Mail Community Impact Coordinator, Climate and Disaster Resilience  Sophia Kay Bulander Sophia Kay Bulander is a lifelong LA local. She recently graduated Magna Cum Laude on a full-ride scholarship from Ohio Wesleyan University with a double major in Environmental Science and English Literature. She is committed to viewing the climate crisis through an environmental justice lens. In her free time, Sophia Kay loves crocheting gifts, playing ultimate frisbee, and practicing her Spanish and German. Mail Director of Donor Relations & Major Gifts Jessica Carrera Jessica joined L.A. Works in 2014 to help launch a national volunteer program, which she led for over a decade. In 2025, she brought her passion for building connections to fundraising. Outside of work, she enjoys adventures with her husband and two kids - typically on a road trip, volunteering at school, planning the next family costume, or laughing with her book club. Mail Director of Americorps - State & National, VISTA Alisha Cathirell-Tanzer ​Alisha is an L.A. native, and comes from deep roots of activism and community involvement, in particular with education and youth athletics. She is currently enrolled as a full-time student at Arizona State University, where she is working online towards a BS in Public Service and Public Policy. Before resuming her education, Alisha volunteered for years as the Player Agent for Central Altadena Little League, managing players and coordinating between families, coaches, and league administrators. When not driving her future-astronaut daughter to and from cheer practice, Alisha can be found gaming with friends around the world, moderating fan groups, and listening to podcasts. Mail Community Impact Manager: Climate and Disaster Resilience Yancy Comins Yancy is a father, community builder, and a creative healing artist specializing in social impact and positive programming through music, wellness, and human connection. His commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in his roles on the DEI Advisory Board at the University of California and as a UC Master Gardener of LA County. Yancy's work underscores a deep dedication to diversity, equity, and community empowerment. As the founder of Hands In The Soil, he supports the healing and thriving of Black and Brown individuals through various holistic and spiritual-wellness programs. Yancy loves seeing people embrace their purpose and individuality. Personally, he enjoys traveling, nature, practicing yoga, making music, and impacting lives. Mail Vice President of External Affairs Stephen Davalos Stephen joined the L.A. Works staff after having worked in the baking industry for 10 years. Growing up in Los Angeles, Stephen always loved the city. In 2016, he realized he felt called to do more to serve his community and began the hard process of changing careers. Since then, Stephen has been working for his church in Pasadena, playing music, and leading the youth group. In 2018, Stephen started working for City Service Mission and began to understand the nonprofit landscape of LA. In 2019, Stephen married the love of his life, Allison. Stephen and Allie live in Pasadena with their stubborn dog, Bosco. In his free time, Stephen enjoys hiking, baking, and throwing pottery. Mail Director of Community Impact Kate Ekman Passionate about volunteer engagement as a heartfelt way to make positive social and environmental impacts, Kate began focusing this passion while studying Environmental Policy at Northeastern Illinois University. It was there that she made a dream come true by successfully organizing the planting of seventy native species trees. After settling in Los Angeles in 2015, Kate began working with community volunteers at Beach Cities Health District and made another dream come true by working with the National Wildlife Federation’s #SaveLACougar project whose push to support the local mountain lion population was instrumental in building the wildlife crossing bridge over the 101 freeway. Kate also served on the Board of DOVIA-LA for seven years before partnering with L.A. Works to expand the reach of the association for volunteer engagement professional. Kate has volunteered to plant more trees, participate in river cleanups and other beautification projects, support the alopecia community through legislative advocacy and more. Kate loves nature and to learn, hike, paint, garden, lounge and spend time with her beautiful family. Mail Director of AmeriCorps Seniors - RSVP Christine Gonzalez Christine was born and raised in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. 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Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Corporate  Menu  Corporate Home Corporate Menu We are a nonprofit social enterprise! The funds contributed to L.A. Works by corporations cover the costs for their volunteer events that are great for teams of 30 to 3,000 – including our time and expertise, durable and non-durable supplies, and leadership – while also helping to underwrite ongoing, free volunteer programming that is open to the community year-round.   It's a win-win-win ! We receive donations to customize CSR (corporate social responsibility) events and programming for employees, which is directly in line with our mission, and in support of Los Angeles based nonprofit organizations and schools serving the community's most vulnerable members. NONPROFIT/SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION Bring out your team for a turn-key beautification at a school or nonprofit site. Customized hands-on projects often include painting, murals, gardening, cleaning, light construction, and more. Hands-on activities to address climate action, like urban greening, native tree planting, and composting are also available. ON-SITE PROJECTS Flexible activities that take place at your office, a courtyard or parking lot, or even a local park. MENTORING + CAREER PANELS Help marginalized members of our community gain soft skills as mentors or content experts in virtual or in-person workforce readiness workshops and panels. CONFERENCES + MEETINGS Take team building to the next level with a volunteer activity at your hotel/ meeting site or transport your team to a local nonprofit or a school. ON DEMAND PLACEMENT Take the guesswork and legwork out of finding a vetted nonprofit organization to connect to your team or individual employees . REMOTE BOOTCAMP Learn about critical issues in LA from experts and then participate in a virtual volunteer experience.  SOCIAL IMPACT CONSULTING Receive expert support to assess, plan, and implement initiatives that have the greatest potential for long-term, sustainable results. EVENT SPONSORSHIP Showcase your company to the greater Los Angeles community as a sponsor of one of our marquee events like MLK Day of Service, Cesar Chavez Day, Earth Day, or 9/11 Day of Service.  ISSUE AND ORG SPONSORSHIP Directly impact the Los Angeles community by supporting a cause that aligns with your company values or help us create a new program to harness LA's volunteer power. To learn more about getting your company involved with one of the menu items listed here, or to inquire about an idea that isn’t listed here, please reach out to our corporate team! CONTACT US Nonprofit/School Beautification Great for teams of 30 to 1,000 employees Volunteering stands out as one of the few interventions to offer companies a way to improve their team's well-being and morale. ​ Make y our team-building meaningful   Roll up your sleeves to revitalize, beautify, and transform public schools and nonprofit facilities across Los Angeles. Our most popular service, these hands on beautification projects are fantastic team building experiences for groups of 30 to 1,000 employees! Large groups can also spread the love and by breaking in to smaller teams to transform multiple locations on the same day or across a period of time.   We coordinate everything: site selection, planning, supplies, and logistics. Plus we have a large inventory of equipment and tools so you don't have to figure out where to source ladders, power drills, paint brushes, and more. Your employees just show up, volunteer, and make a difference! Examples of a few recent partners 150 NFL volunteers @ an elementary school in Koreatown •Constructed 8 new planters and 4 planter benches with California native and waterwise plants to increase green space. •Refreshed library with painting and organization activities to brighten and clean the space. •Painted the schools entrance and constructed 6 benches to create a welcoming entranceway for students and their families. NBCUniversal mobilize their employees monthly through an annual partnership. At one of their activations, 50 NBCUniversal volunteer supported the Pasadena Education Foundation by •Landscaping and beautifying with native plants and installing wooden logs for seating. •Refurbishing and staining 2 tables and 8 new planters. •Made 100+ seedballs to spread native seeds. •Clear the campus of litter and debris. 100 volunteers from Oaktree Capital @ STEM Prep Elementary •Constructed 2 playground storage bins, 5 benches, and 2 planter benches •Painted the blacktop with hopscotch, a sensory path, and 4 square courts •Landscaped the grounds with a rock pathway and native plants •Installed 3 shade sails and a mobile desk station 50 PCCP employees volunteered @ a Boys and Girls Club. They helped beautify the grounds by planting a pollinator garden, painted a small classroom, assembled after-school activity kits, built several benches, and constructed and painted a toy box/bench. For more than 10 years, L.A. Works has helped the Jonathan Club support the LA community by organizing both its members and employees in volunteer service experiences. Three to four times each year, Jonathan Club volunteers volunteer at schools and community centers in downtown Los Angeles and in Santa Monica. To learn more about getting your company involved with one of the menu items listed here, or to inquire about an idea that isn’t listed here, please reach out to our corporate team! We have options for teams of all sizes and budgets! CONTACT US RETURN TO MENU Conference and Meetings Volunteering is a feel-good experience that will bond your team as they participate in projects to benefit others. ​ Add a little variety and a lot of heart to your next gathering L.A. Works has over three decades of experience organizing large groups in community service. Our team designs customized volunteer projects with a focus on your desired issue areas and populations served for groups up to 2,000. We can plan your team’s project to take place at your meeting site or at a school or nonprofit site. Our services are entirely turn-key; your meeting attendees just show up, volunteer, and make a difference! ​                         Examples of a few recent partners ​ 500 Netflix staff from around the world beautified an early education center during their annual off-site ​ 200 Altria staff members stuffed and dressed 800 teddy bears for foster youth during their annual staff conference. ​ 125 Freddie Mac employees made hygiene kits and no sew blankets for people currently experiencing homelessness.   125 attendees of the In the Black Conference painted and refreshed a local middle school.   75 State Auto sales team members helped paint welcoming murals at a new housing facility for youth who are currently experiencing homelessness.   30 environmental lawyers attending the ABA Conference spent the morning helping weed, mulch and water a park along the LA River. To learn more about getting your company involved with one of the menu items listed here, or to inquire about an idea that isn’t listed here, please reach out to our corporate team! We have options for teams of all sizes and budgets! CONTACT US RETURN TO MENU Social Impact Consulting Our social impact consulting services are designed to help assess, plan, and implement initiatives that have the greatest potential for long-term, sustainable results. ​ L.A. Works’ social im --> LEARN ABOUT L.A. WORKS | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Home About L.A. Works Our Story In 1990, L.A. Works founders joined together with a hope that if individuals worked together on local needs through hands-on service, they would feel empowered to address the overall racial and economic divides of the city.   Their planning was only hastened by the March 1991 beating of Rodney King by members of the LAPD, which brought a combustive mix of racial tension and civil discord out in the open. L.A. Works was founded as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that same year. GET STARTED VOLUNTEERING TODAY! About Just getting started? We have hundreds of opportunities that you can search to find the best fit by... YOUR AVAILABILITY YOUR INTEREST More About Us L.A. Works was founded in 1991 to harness LA’s volunteer power. Each year we mobilize more than 25,000 volunteers to address critical issues impacting our community, with the goal to unite Angelenos and inspire action for a more equitable Los Angeles. Our mission is to:​ Increase   volunteer participation in the community​. Build the capacity of nonprofit organizations to achieve their missions through access to volunteers and other resources​. Educate and encourage people to engage in the broader social issues affecting the greater Los Angeles Community. TAKE ACTION TO ADDRESS: Ready to Volunteer? Check out in-person and remote volunteer opportunities below: SEARCH CALENDAR VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES SEARCH FOR OPPORTUNITIES Support our Mission Right now, our nonprofit partners need our support, and we need yours to help keep all of our volunteer initiatives going. We drive volunteer power and resources to nonprofits across LA to help uplift the entire community. Your gift will go a long way towards helping us continue our work in the Los Angeles community. DONATE After the devastating pandemic and its consequences disproportionately affecting communities of color, it is obvious that the status quo isn't working. We will continue to invest significant volunteer power to combat critical issues that have surfaced. CLIMATE ACTION HOUSING INSECURITY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY EDUCATION EQUITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS FOOD INSECURITY LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page L.A. Works | Disaster Preparedness Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer Please wait... DONATE Volunteer Find Opportunities Volunteer Calendar FAQ L.A. Works Register Log in Log in with Google Facebook Apple Or log in using your email address Email Address Password Forgot your password? Not a member? Register × Section where will be render the block of third level menu Disaster Preparedness In times of crisis, community is our greatest strength. By volunteering to support disaster preparedness and response, you build the resilience our city needs to recover quickly and care for one another. Be ready to make a difference and join efforts that keep Los Angeles safe before, during, and after disaster strikes. Click here to sign-up for email alerts when Disaster Volunteers are needed.   Are you a nonprofit interested in adding opportunities to this page? Head over to our Partners page to get started recruiting more volunteers! www.laworks.com/recruit-volunteers Submit Please wait... Submit Please wait... No results found. facebook twitter youtube instagram linkedin ©2025 L.A. Works  An affiliate of the Hands On Network Contact Register Donate Careers Common Messages Select a month Select January February March April May June July August September October November December × --> CAREERS | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Home Join the L.A. Works team The team at L.A. Works doesn't just create volunteer opportunities, we create valuable experiences for individuals to come together and repair our fractured society while also assisting nonprofit organizations in building their capacity. In Los Angeles, we are uniquely positioned to contribute to a variety of issues and through that we can give back in a big way. Join us in helping to make Los Angeles a vibrant, interconnected, just, and caring home. Our work matters and has a direct positive impact on our neighbors We enjoy a casual, but focused work atmosphere We work on a hybrid model: primarily remote with an occasional in-person meeting or event Our Beliefs About Hiring Our team welcomes diversity. Your gender identity, religious beliefs, orientation, shape, sex, skin color, family history, age - and all of the many other factors that make you unique - are formidable tools, traits, and experiences that you bring to the table. We celebrate them and believe that you deserve an equal opportunity. Open Positions: CAMP FAVE COUNSELORS - Application deadline 5/8 VOLUNTEER CORPS (AMERICORPS VISTA) INTERNSHIPS LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> HOST A VISTA | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Home Host an Americorps VISTA Member As an AmeriCorps grantee, L.A. Works has been selected to recruit, manage, and place AmeriCorps VISTA members at host sites across Los Angeles.   We serve as an intermediary to reduce the costs to the nonprofit host site and assist with their program management.   Volunteer Corps is L.A. Works' AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) program dedicated to ending poverty by building the capacity of nonprofit organizations and public agencies. This focus on capacity building aims to more effectively generate the commitment of private sector resources, encourage volunteer service at the local level, and empower individuals and communities.   As a Volunteer Corps host site, your organization will gain a full-time VISTA member. Host Sites help to underwrite the member’s stipend; however, L.A. Works is able to subsidize the rates. BECOME A HOST AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers are preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s jobs, helping communities and families impacted by COVID-19, connecting veterans to services, fighting the opioid epidemic, helping seniors live independently, rebuilding communities after disasters, and leading conservation and climate change efforts. Through a unique public-private partnership, AmeriCorps and its partners generated more than $63.1 million in outside resources from businesses, foundations, public agencies, and other sources in California last year. This local support strengthened community impact and increased the return on taxpayer dollars. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR VOLUNTEER CORPS Interested in hosting a VISTA? Send applications, supporting documents, and questions to our VISTA Manager, Alison at [email protected] EMAIL LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> Volunteering in Los Angeles | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Welcome to L.A. Works For 35 years, L.A. Works has brought Angelenos together to respond to urgent needs and invest in long-term change. In 2025, L.A. Works volunteers gave more than 175,000 hours of service , which represents $7,024,500 in added capacity for nonprofits across Los Angeles County. Be a Part of the Change Nonprofits across Los Angeles are in need of volunteers now more than ever before. Camp FAVE Registration is LIVE! Week 1: June 15 - 19 Week 2: June 22 - 26 SIGN UP Just Getting Started? Here's What We Offer: For Companies Let your true values shine by engaging the communities in which you live, work, and play. We create customized experiences for corporations to build a purpose-driven workforce. LEARN MORE For Age 55+ Volunteers In your prime? We have curated projects for volunteers age 55+ that include soft skills training for youth with high-barriers to employment, telesocial calls to isolated individuals, tutoring, and more. LEARN MORE For Families Bring out the whole family for this special monthly program designed with youth in-mind. And now we have a week-long day CAMP for kids too! LEARN MORE Got a Year to Give? The national AmeriCorps VISTA program offers you a chance to receive a living stipend as you serve an organization in L.A. for a year. LEARN MORE For Nonprofits Are you seeking volunteers for your nonprofit? Look no further! We have you covered. From one-day beautification of your site to projects led by trained volunteer leaders, and everything in-between, our team is here to help. LEARN MORE For New Volunteers Head over to our getting started page to find out more about navigating our site to find the best volunteering fit! LEARN MORE Ready to Volunteer? Check out safely-distanced and remote volunteer opportunities below LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITY SEARCH Address Critical Issue Areas CLIMATE ACTION HOUSING INSECURITY ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY EDUCATION EQUITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS FOOD INSECURITY LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> CHECK OUR FAQ | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Frequently Asked Questions How do I become an L.A. Works volunteer? How do I self-report my volunteer hours? I do not want to volunteer in person. What should I do? I have to cancel, how do I remove myself after signing-up? I have questions about a volunteer opportunity and want them answered before I sign up, who do I reach out to? A project I want to sign-up for is full, can I be placed on a waitlist? I have a small group looking to volunteer. How can we participate? What about large groups? How can we participate? I'm signed up for an opportunity. Can I bring a friend or family member? I'm under 18 years old, can I volunteer?  I am age 55+, is there something for me?  Do you provide accommodations for volunteers with disabilities at your volunteer opportunities? How do I request accommodations for a volunteer opportunity? I am a court-ordered volunteer. How do I find appropriate volunteer opportunities? I work at a nonprofit organization and have a question. Where can I find the answer? Do you have long-term or paid service projects? I want to bring my children to a volunteer event, how do we sign up? How do I update an existing team on my volunteer account? Where do I find my QR Code/Access Pass for a volunteer event? How do I become an L.A. Works volunteer? Becoming a volunteer at L.A. Works is easy and free! Simply click on  "Sign Up" or "Register"  to create a volunteer account. There are two ways to search by keyword for volunteer opportunities: Search Opportunities Volunteer Calendar How do I become a LA WorksVolunteer How do I self-report my Volunteer hours? If you would like to report hours, please log in to your volunteer account from volunteer.laworks.com Once logged in, from the Volunteer Drop Down, choose Volunteer Overview. On the Volunteer Overview page find the opportunity you attended under Volunteer History with L.A. Works, and choose the option to Report Hours. Fill out the number of hours completed, and this will automatically update in the system. Report Hours I do not want to volunteer in person. What should I do? L.A. Works has a long list of virtual volunteer opportunities for individuals. To view virtual volunteering visit our  Virtual Volunteering  page. Examples of virtual volunteer opportunities include Telesocial Call Program, WIN App resource building, and Chats with the Unhoused. I do not want to Volunteer in Person  I have to cancel, how do I remove myself after signing-up? If you cannot attend something you signed up for, please remove yourself from it so other volunteers can sign-up for your spot. To remove yourself from an opportunity: Log in to your Volunteer Account Click Volunteer Overview Click "Remove Me" from the opportunity you are not able to attend Cancel I have questions about a volunteer opportunity and want them answered before I sign up, who do I reach out to? At the bottom of every volunteer opportunity page, there is an email link to the Opportunity Leader. By clicking on this link, you can email your questions directly to the opportunity leader. Questions Waitlist A project I want to sign-up for is full, can I be placed on a waitlist? Yes. When a direct sign-up opportunity is full, volunteers can still sign-up for the opportunity and their names will be placed on a waitlist. If a space frees up for that opportunity, any volunteer who has signed up and been placed on the waitlist will be notified by email that a space has opened.   The space available is filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Volunteers on the waitlist should not show up to the project unless they sign up for an open volunteer space. I have a small group looking to volunteer. How can we participate? Find the volunteer opportunity you want to sign up for and choose the option to Express Interest/Sign Up with a Team. ​ This will direct you to a page with two options:  1. Choose a pre-existing team, or 2. Create a new team. ​ Select the option to Create a New Team. You will then be able to input the individuals who will be participating. Be sure to include all members of your team, but in case you need to add members later, the team leader can log in to their volunteer portal, and in the drop-down, Volunteer, hover over Volunteer Overview to find My Team. On the My Team page, team leaders can edit, add, and delete team members. Once a team is made by a volunteer leader, members cannot change the team name. Small Group What about large groups? How can we participate? If there are enough spots available for a specific opportunity, you are welcome to sign your group up. If there are not enough spots or if you are looking for a customized opportunity, we can assist you if you can donate to offset staffing and materials costs.   Please email  [email protected] and let us know what you have in mind. Large Group I'm signed up for an opportunity. Can I bring a friend or family member? Not unless they can register and sign-up for the opportunity in time. All volunteers must either be registered and have signed up for the opportunity as an individual volunteer or be a member of a volunteer team that is signed up for the opportunity. This policy helps ensure that the Volunteer Leader can appropriately prepare for the opportunity and so that our tracking of volunteer participation remains accurate. ​ If you're interested in volunteering with your family please check out our  FAVE Program Page Bring a Friend I'm under 18 years old, can I volunteer?  While L.A. Works opportunities are always suitable for volunteers who are 18 and older, many of our opportunities are also open to minors. Please remember to fill out a minor volunteer waiver form if minors are attending projects.  Here's the link. ​ Minor Policy I am age 55 +, is there something for me?  Yes! Our   RSVP  program is specifically designed for individuals 55+. They create monthly volunteer opportunities for individuals in the program to attend. In the past year, RSVP has hosted a Seed Ball Activity, a Volunteer Appreciation Event, and College Career Readiness programs, and in 2022 RSVP volunteers had the opportunity to meet the second gentlemen of the U.S. for a Food Packaging event.  RSVP Do you provide accommodations for volunteers with disabilities at your volunteer opportunities? How do I request accommodations for a volunteer opportunity? We seek to make service and volunteerism equally accessible to people with disabilities, and firmly believe that we strengthen the social fabric of our community by involving all in service. ​ We provide accommodations to the best of our ability at our managed volunteer opportunities with advance notice. For more information or to request accommodations for a specific volunteer opportunity, email  [email protected] . Disabilities I am a court-ordered volunteer. How do I find appropriate volunteer opportunities? L.A. Works does not have a Court-Ordered volunteer program, and we are not able to provide any official documentation that may be required as part of court-ordered community service.  Court Ordered I work at a nonprofit organization and have a question. Where can I find the answer?  Please visit our  Nonprofits   section for more information about partnering with L.A. Works. Nonprofit Q Do you have long-term or paid service projects? Volunteer Corps is a year-long service program also known as  VISTA . VISTA m --> MEET OUR BOARD | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE L.A. Works Board of Directors Adam Burke • (Board Vice Chair) CEO, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board Claudia Bassett • Partner, CohnReznick LLP​ Alex Chan • Director of Program Development, The James Irvine Foundation Eileen Hanson • Vice President, Marketing, Vantage Airport Group Erika Nuno • Co-Founder and CEO, Champion City Marketing Jeff Federman • Regional President, Audacy Media & Entertainment Kristin Wygal •  (Board Chair) VP, Shoot Production, NBCUniversal Television and Streaming Larry Freedman • Co-President, Los Angeles Football Club Lulu Fou • Managing Director, Accenture Matthew Allnatt • COO, The Jonathan Club Sean McMillan • Founder, Heyler Realty Susie Emami • Senior VP & Private Wealth Advisor, The Capital Group Vaughn Davis • Founder & CEO, HYPER NIMBUS Yancey Quinones • CEO, Antigua Coffee House Advisory Board Members Bob L. Johnson • Co-Founder, Attorney & Civic Activist Donna Bojarsky • Co-Founder, CEO & Civic Activist, Future of Cities: Los Angeles (FOC:LA) Ferrell Marshall • Coach, Spotlight Coaching Julie Tugend • Principal, Julie Tugend Consulting Roger Guenveur Smith • Actor, Director, Writer LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> JOIN DOVIA LA | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Connecting Volunteer Professionals in the Los Angeles Area EVENTS MEMBER SIGN UP CONTACT MEMBER LOGIN What is DOVIA-LA? DOVIA-LA is a professional membership association for individuals who lead, manage, and recruit volunteers for a diverse range of nonprofit organizations. Members meet bi-monthly to network, build skills, and learn about current issues in the field of volunteer management. Mission Our Mission: The mission of Directors of Volunteers in Agencies – Los Angeles (DOVIA-LA) is to provide education, networking and support opportunities that promote excellence in the field of volunteer management. Our Vision: The vision of DOVIA-LA is to create a path to professionalism that will enable members to ensure effective and rewarding involvement of volunteers in achieving the goals of our members’ agencies. Vision How we support members Discover opportunities to activate stronger relationships and responses Professional Development DOVIA-LA membership provides benefits such as education, educational tools, resources, and connecting with like-minded people. Whether you’re new to the field, a seasoned professional or anywhere in between, l learning from one another’s experiences can help with professional and personal development through understanding tried and true as well as innovative approaches to our work. Networking Learn Los Angeles area best practices while sharing resources with other members and organizations so you don’t have to ‘reinvent the wheel.’ Sharing knowledge, we can accomplish more for our organizations’ missions. DOVIA-LA is also a safe place to be able to discuss the needs, issues, and experiences of volunteer engagement professionals striving to achieve work-life balance.  Leadership Membership includes opportunities to serve on our DOVIA-LA Advisory Committee or assist with special projects. Gain experience while enhancing your resume!  These are opportunities for members to boost their leadership skills while having a hand in guiding the association with member support and input.  ​ ​ Bi-Monthly Meetings We hold five   in-person training meetings each year in a centralized location in Los Angeles. The meetings include workshops and presentations from local experts on topics relevant to our members. These meetings include networking and resource-sharing opportunities as well as a continental breakfast. Meetings are included in the price of membership. Non-members are welcome to attend as guests for $15. Annual Conference Our conference is our biggest event of the year and gathers volunteer engagement professionals and non-profit professionals across Southern California. This conference features speakers from the field of volunteer engagement and includes a full day of workshops curated especially for professionals who work with volunteers. Typically taking place in October, this event is offered at a discounted rate to our members.  Resources DOVIA-LA membership includes access to our members-only portal which includes member exclusive volunteer engagement resources, educational tools and our member roster which members utilize to connect with others and resource share outside of our meetings. Ready to join? Begin by selecting a membership type below. Membership lasts for 1 full year from the date you register.              Individual Agency Membership  $60.00 Annually For persons actively involved in the field of volunteer administration (not eligible for Associate Membership). No automatically recurring payments Additional Agency Membership  $50 Annually ​ For multiple employees managing volunteers in the same agency, the annual membership fees are $60 for the primary contact and $50 for each additional member. No automatically recurring payments Associate Membership $25 Annually For individuals supportive of, but not actively involved in, the field of volunteer administration; students; or retired volunteer administrators. No automatically recurring payments DOVIA-LA Member Registration LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> CLIMATE ACTION | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Home Climate Action Choose to be in the Climate Action Community VIEW MORE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES If you're concerned and want to take action to address climate issues in L.A. County, then you've found the right community! Volunteers like yourself are always just a click away from signing up for current, hands-on, educational community projects. One page with an easy search and sign-up.   These curated projects come from our nonprofit partners who do this work around the county, 365 days a year. The L.A. Works page and Climate Action team are supported by California Volunteers and include Fellows from the California Climate Action Corps. Every 11 months, a new cohort of Fellows joins the team, bringing their expertise, creativity, and commitment to climate- focused volunteer opportunities. Through partnerships with local nonprofits, schools and community groups, our Climate Action team develops service events that engage community members across Los Angeles.   The Climate Action Team leads capacity-building volunteer projects in four core issue areas:   Urban Greening – planting native species, restoring habitats, and creating more green spaces in neighborhoods across Los Angeles   Organic Waste Diversion & Edible Food Recovery – helping reduce waste, rescue food, and connect it to communities in need   Wildfire Resilience – supporting brush clearance, invasive species removal, and defensible space creation to protect vulnerable communities  Community Engagement & Education – inspiring volunteers and residents with tools, training, and events that empower long-term climate solutions  May Climate Action Events Saturday, 5/16/26 5/16 Community Work Day at La Esquinita Garden Park Contribute to maintaining the vibrant ethnobotanical garden that highlights plants with cultural, medicinal, and ecological significance. SIGN-UP Saturday, 5/16/26 5/16 Community Habitat Restoration Efforts will support the upkeep of a canyon park location in Beverly Hills Volunteers will help with maintenance and restoration projects for about 3 hours SIGN-UP Saturday, 5/16/26 5/16 Restore Tujunga Garden of Resilience  Welcoming, community-driven volunteer day Outdoor work in sun and open air Help reset the space so native plants can rebound SIGN-UP Friday, 5/22/26 5/22 Pull, Protect, Plant: Franklin Canyon Efforts will support the upkeep of a canyon park location Volunteers will help with maintenance and restoration projects for about 3 hours SIGN-UP Friday, 5/30/26 5/30 Hills and Habitats: Volunteer Event Join us for a great opportunity, learning about native plants and local wildlife, all while spending time outdoors in beautiful Baldwin Hills Parklands.   SIGN-UP HOW TO GET INVOLVED VOLUNTEER Check out our upcoming climate-focused volunteer opportunities! 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DONATE Home Home Corporate Menu Let your company's true values shine  We believe that service unites diverse communities and inspires a culture of stewardship and compassion.   As a non-profit social enterprise, L.A. Works specializes in custom designing and leading authentic volunteer experiences for companies to support their local community and address the issues that align with their corporate values. VISIT OUR CORPORATE MENU WHY INVEST IN SERVICE? You don't have to take our word for it! Check out the most recent research from Benevity on why corporate volunteerism matters. “We know that workers who are engaged in company social impact programs are less likely to leave their companies , and a recent study showed that among corporate wellness programs, participation in charity or volunteer work stands out as one of the few interventions that leads to improved well-being .”         ~ Sona Khosla, Chief Impact Officer, Benevity HOW WE CAN HELP Do you lack the time, knowledge, and resources to create company-wide corporate social responsibility (CSR) or employee volunteer programs? L.A. Works partners with businesses of all sizes throughout greater Los Angeles to: • Develop customized employee volunteer programming, • Create meaningful nonprofit partnerships, • Build inclusive initiatives , and • Consult on long-term community investment and marketing campaigns. WHY CHOOSE US? We have over 30 years of experience leading corporate volunteer programming. When designing corporate volunteer engagement opportunities, we consider the following:    Does the opportunity meet an identified gap in service or a need identified by the community?  Does the opportunity provide opportunities to educate volunteers about the issue?  Does it promote a potential for future civic engagement ?  Would our involvement add value ?  Do we have a unique contribution to add? CHECK OUT OUR MENU L.A. Works specializes in customizing turn-key volunteer experiences for corporate teams. We have experience creating an array of engagements – from one-time beautification of nonprofit and school facilities to career panels and mentoring opportunities. CORPORATE MENU W HAT A PARTNERSHIP LOOKS LIKE An experienced L.A. Works staff member will walk you through the process, every step of the way. We have deep relationships with nonprofit organizations throughout the region so you can consider us a "one-stop-shop" to help you invest in the community where your employees live, work, and play. 01 ASSESS parameters your team is looking for in an event, program, or ongoing engagement - for example, how many volunteers or community members are you looking to engage; over what time period; do you have a location or geography in mind; is there an issue area interest; are you looking for a way to roll up your sleeves, use your skill-set, or interact with community members, etc.. As we work together, L.A. Works will... ​ 02 SHARE needs within the Los Angeles community that align with your interests. At this stage we'll sign a contract with you that details our agreement. 03 PLAN meaningful in-person, virtual, and/or ongoing employee volunteer programs, events, or large-scale days of service that promote teamwork and engagement among employees and make a meaningful impact in the community. 04 COMMUNICATE details for the event or program to assist you in recruiting your participants for maximum engagement. 05 LEAD hands on beautification activities, events, or programs to maximize your impact in the community. WHAT OUR PARTNERS SAY: L.A. Works creates memorable experiences for our company's volunteers   CSR Lead, Activision SO enjoyable! Such a soothing, fun, creative project that will hopefully bring lots of joy! Volunteer, Netflix WHY PARTNERS LOVE US Year-round support for your volunteer initiatives On demand volunteer placement with projects Grow your community audiences as a trusted partner Reach new capacities with early Signature Project Day selection Virtually volunteering through L.A. Works to mentor students from underprivileged communities was one of the highlights of my year Salma Zahr, UBS Wealth Management It's really awesome to have these moments, and while I'm proud to work somewhere that offers these types of opportunities, I am equally grateful for L.A. Works; we couldn't do it without y’all’s help  Danielle Wiggins,  Guthy | Renker Reach out to learn how to get your company involved with one of our many activation opportunities! EMAIL US CORPORATE MENU Proud Corporate Partners To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page L.A. Works | Economic Opportunity Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer Please wait... DONATE Volunteer Find Opportunities Volunteer Calendar FAQ L.A. Works Register Log in Log in with Google Facebook Apple Or log in using your email address Email Address Password Forgot your password? Not a member? Register × Section where will be render the block of third level menu Economic Opportunity When we invest in people, we invest in the future of Los Angeles. Volunteering to advance economic opportunity helps individuals gain job skills, find employment, and achieve financial stability. Empower change by finding an opportunity that helps Angelenos build brighter, more secure futures.   Are you a nonprofit interested in adding opportunities to this page? Head over to our Partners page to get started recruiting more volunteers! www.laworks.com/recruit-volunteers   Submit Please wait... Submit Please wait... No results found. VOLUNTEER CALENDAR facebook twitter youtube instagram linkedin ©2025 L.A. Works  An affiliate of the Hands On Network Contact Register Donate Careers Common Messages Select a month Select January February March April May June July August September October November December × --> MEDIA | L.A. Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Home L.A. Works in the news Media Impact In 2025, L.A. Works reached audiences at scale – elevating stories of service, resilience, and community impact across Los Angeles. Coverage was significantly amplified by our partnerships and rapid response during the devastating Eaton and Palisades wildfires. L.A. Tribune January 2026 Pasadena Now April 2026 Media Archive Select highlights throughout the years Browse a selection of media coverage featuring L.A. Works from the 1990s to today. 2020s 2025 – LA Parent – "Ways Families Can Give Back Together" 2024 – CBS LA – “Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by helping others” 2022 – Fox 11 LA – “The Issue Is: Doug Emhoff & Anne Marie Schubert” 2021 – People Magazine – "Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Surprise Teen in Zoom Mentoring Session — and Send a Gift for Spring" 2020 – CBS LA – "TeleSocial Program for Homebound Seniors" 2020 – LA Parent – "4 Ways Community Service Benefits Your Child" 2020 – Spectrum – "In Focus: Interview with L.A. Works Executive Director" 2020 – Los Angeles Times – "MLK Day: Thousands turn out across LA for ‘a special day to remember a special person’" 2010s 2019 – Los Angeles Magazine – "How L.A. Works is Empowering Angelenos to Volunteer and Collaborate" 2019 – Los Angeles Sentinel – “Local School Celebrates MLK Day with Community Service” 2016 – ABC7 – "L.A. Works Day 2016" 2016 – VIBE Magazine – "O’Shea Jackson Jr. Talks Promoting Growth & Positivity At L.A. Works’ MLK Day Of Service" 2011 – ABC7 – "L.A. Works’ MLK Day of Service 2011" 2010 – Los Angeles Daily News – “Rain fails to dampen will of volunteers” 2000s 2005 – Los Angeles Times – "Volunteers Inclined to Paint" 1990s 1997 – CSPAN – "Volunteerism in America" 1995 – Los Angeles Times –  "Briefly: Volunteers: to Renovate Schools" 1994 – Los Angeles Times – "Volunteers to Give Community Projects 'The Works'" 1994 – Los Angeles Times – "Making A Difference in Your Community" Connect with us ​ Media Contact Samantha Wheeler Director of Communications [email protected] (323) 224-6510 ​ ​ L.A. WORKS MEDIA RESOURCES LOGIN/REGISTER CONTACT ABOUT US FAQ MEDIA SHOP MEET OUR STAFF MEET OUR BOARD CAREERS PRIVACY POLICY © 2025 L.A Works bottom of page --> CONTACT | L.A. 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Works top of page CLICK HERE for How to Help Fire Impacted Community Members VOLUNTEERS GET STARTED LA FIRES RECOVERY SEARCH OPPORTUNITIES CHECK CALENDAR VOLUNTEER VIRTUALLY ADDRESS CRITICAL ISSUES JOIN OUR MAILING LIST LOGIN NONPROFITS RECRUIT VOLUNTEER SUPPORT JOIN DOVIA LA HOST A VISTA PARTNER LOGIN CORPORATIONS MOBILIZE A CORPORATE TEAM BROWSE CORPORATE MENU SPONSOR MLK DAY More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. DONATE Together We Can Help: How to Aid Fire Recovery More than a year later, fire-impacted Angelenos are still working to get back on their feet. The Community Voices: LA Fire Recovery Report , published October 2025 by the Department of Angels, provides details about the housing, financial, and mental health issues fire-impacted individuals and families face, a picture about the environmental issues associated with the fires, and more. Take a look to understand why the work continues. ​ Recovery and resilience efforts require an ongoing force of volunteers ready to help. Volunteering with L.A. Works is one of the ways you can support the journey of those affected by the fires and let them know that they haven't been forgotten . L.A. Works also offers opportunities to support fire risk reduction. ​ Take a look below to see what might interest you (and maybe even your friends)! Featured Opportunities 5/15 Palisades Mothers Brunch Join Palisades Long-Term Recovery Group with our commitment to serving individuals as they continue the recovery process after the L.A. 2025 Fires. Why: PaliLTRG holds monthly luncheons for the senior community imapced by the 2025 LA fires. These luncheons provde a space for seniors to connect with cimmunity and learn about different recovery efforts and resources. The May luncheon will provide a celebration of Mothers and Mother figures. Fridays & Saturdays thru 6/27 In the wake of the Eaton Fire, many Altadena residents are still navigating the long road to recovery—facing mounting challenges like county citations and delayed rebuilding timelines due to ongoing appeals and financial strain. Why: This work addresses an immediate public safety issue while preventing additional financial strain on fire-impacted households, making recovery more possible and equitable for those still navigating loss. Every yard cleared is a step toward restoring stability in Altadena—supporting neighbors through compliance, safety, and a tangible path forward after devastating loss. 5/16 Outdoor Space Beautification The need for affordable housing opportunities for displaced Eaton Fire Survivors, especially low-income renters, continues to be deeply urgent. By volunteering to help us create this outdoor space, you will help to give these survivors, who have lost so much, a home and a space to heal. 5/23 Community Wellness Event We want to welcome back many of our residents who have been affected by the fires. We will create a safe and welcoming space for them and provide tools to help heal and relax from what has been a tough year. Let's open the park up and shine a light on our families and give them a chance to enjoy themselves! NOTE: Three Shifts Available 6/19 Father's Day Brunch Many of the fathers we serve have carried the responsibility of holding their families together through loss, displacement, and rebuilding for over a year. As housing assistance comes to an end for many families, the pressure has only intensified. These men continue to show up, provide, and lead while navigating uncertainty and stress. This brunch is designed to give them something they rarely receive: A moment to pause. A moment to be poured into. A moment to feel seen, respected, and appreciated. 8/22 Pickleball Tournament Recovery Fundraiser One year after the Los Angeles fires, recovery remains a daily challenge for thousands of families. 70% of insured survivors report delays, denials, or underpayments from insurers, leaving many in financial limbo. We’re hosting Rally for Recovery to support Everyone's Fire Survivor Network and need your help in making this event possible! Family Home Furnishing Setups & Reveals By volunteering, you’re showing up for fellow Angelenos who have lost everything and are still rebuilding nearly a year after the fires—many of whom feel forgotten as public attention has faded. Your time and care help restore not just homes, but dignity, hope, and a sense of greater community support for families navigating one of the hardest chapters of their lives. Help Survivors "Shop" With 8 out of 10 Altadena residents still not back home, survivors remain deeply affected by the fire. Volunteers play a key role in organizing donations, stocking shelves, assisting survivors with selecting needed items, maintaining cleanliness, and creating a welcoming, supportive environment. More Opportunities There are even more ways to help than the ones you see on this page. Financial Contributions L.A. Works was founded in 1991 to harness LA’s volunteer power. Each year we mobilize tens of thousands of volunteers to address critical issues impacting our community, with the goal to unite Angelenos and inspire action for a more equitable Los Angeles. Because one of the pillars of our mission is to build the capacity of nonprofit organizations to achieve their missions through access to volunteers and other resources​, we are sharing the following list of LA organizations that are requesting financial donations.   Please consider making a donation to L.A. Works - we would be grateful for your support as donations will also assist us in mobilizing volunteers now and all year long. ​ The LA Regional Food Bank   is a part of ENLA and is reaching out to their network of more than 600 partner agencies to assess their needs, and if they are in an evacuation area, if they continue to operate.  The Food Bank is accepting financial donations online or you can make a check out to Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and mail to: 1734 E. 41st St.; Los Angeles, CA 90058   The Salvation Army Southern California Division is a part of ENLA and is working to provide food, personal necessities and shelter to survivors and first responders. Monetary donations to directly aid the region can be made online . Checks can be mailed to “The Salvation Army - Disaster Relief” at P.O. Box 93002, Long Beach 90809-9355.   The California Community Foundation distributes grants to affected communities through its Wildfire Recovery Fund . The foundation’s team utilizes data from CalFire and CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index to ensure their grants target the neediest communities with both intermediate recovery and long-term support. You can make a monetary donation online or by mailing a check to the “California Community Foundation” at 717 W. Temple St., Los Angeles 90012. Include “Wildfire Recovery Fund” in the memo.   Pasadena Community Foundation   has established the Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund to support immediate needs during relief efforts as the fires to continue to spread. Our initial grants are going to fund nonprofits directly assisting those who have been displaced, either from homes or loss of employment. The Foundation will work with a trusted network of local organizations with established expertise in disaster relief, providing essential services such as temporary shelter, food, medical care, emergency childcare, and other critical needs in the greater Pasadena/Altadena area. The Foundation will also support critical services needed for long-term recovery efforts and to address ongoing community needs. Please visit https://pasadenacf.org/donate/ . Thank you for stepping up to serve fire-impacted communities in LA! ​ ​ Volunteer Sign-up for an opportunity to serve the community! Get Updates Join this list for fire related volunteering updates. Become a Partner Need Volunteers? Become a Partner of L. L.A. Works Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer Please wait... DONATE Volunteer Find Opportunities Volunteer Calendar FAQ L.A. Works Register Log in Log in with Google Facebook Apple Or log in using your email address Email Address Password Forgot your password? Not a member? Register × VIEW VOLUNTEER CALENDAR Keyword(s) City & State and/or Zip Code From To Search Section where will be render the block of third level menu facebook twitter youtube instagram linkedin ©2025 L.A. 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