Volunteering is rewarding and worthwhile in many ways. You help further the mission of a community you believe in, use your time in a meaningful way, and often make new friends. As April is National Volunteer Month (as established by President George Bush in 1991), we’ve found some ways you can contribute within the local community. | ||||
| 1 | Organization: Friends Indeed | |||
| Supports: Homeless and Food-Insecure Populations Location: 444 East Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA Availability: usually mid-day on Weekdays Website: https://friendsindeedpas.org/ Contact: info@friendsindeedpas.org | ||||
| About: Help receive and sort food donations in the food pantry, Assist with preparing lunch and activities for the unhoused clients of the women’s room. | ||||
| 2 | Organization: Food Forward | |||
| Supports: Those living with food insecurity Location: work with teams in various locations Availability: various days & times, often weekends, very flexible Website: https://foodforward.org/volunteer/ Contact: volunteer@foodforward.org or sign up online | ||||
| About: Dedicated to eliminating food waste, Food Forward organizes Volunteers to harvest fruit from trees in their own neighborhoods, collect surplus produce from local farmers markets, glean freshly grown food from local farms, and support in creative ways. | ||||
| 3 | Organization: Habitat for Humanity | |||
| Supports: Families in need of good housing, communities that need revitalization Locations: multiple location including Pasadena, Monrovia, Duarte & Los Angeles Website: https://www.habitat.org/volunteer | ||||
| About: Search for a volunteer opportunity near you and click the email link to reach the Build Leader Habitat for Humanity partners with people in communities to help them build or improve a place to call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers while building a better life for themselves and for their families. There are many opportunities to build or repair homes with families, as well as to assist at a local Habitat ReStore | ||||
| 4 | Organization: The Nature Conservancy | |||
| Supports: the environment & nature Location: various local options (worldwide) Availability: mostly weekends or full days off Website: https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/ Contact: register on website to learn more | ||||
| About: The Nature Conservancy is a world-wide Non-profit program dedicated to improving the environment. Impacting communities in over 70 countries, TNC Volunteers work to clean up the land and waters, and to implement sustainable initiatives. | ||||
| 5 | Organization: Optimist Youth Homes | |||
| Supports: At-Risk Youth Location: Highland Park and Los Angeles Availability: various times, often afternoons and weekendsWebsite: https://www.oyhfs.org/volunteer | ||||
| About: Optimist Youth Homes provides a stable home, life skills and therapeutic services for at-risk youth. Help by mentoring a foster kid, leading an art or sports program or teaching a life skill | ||||
| 6 | Organization: Pasadena Village | |||
| Supports: Older Adults Location: 236 W. Mountain Street, Pasadena Availability: various times Website: https://pasadena.helpfulvillage.com/pages/10039-volunteer-opportunities Contact: info@pasadenavillage.org | ||||
| About: The Pasadena Village is a community of Older Adults (55+) who come together for social activities, support and education. Right now, there is a need to assist community members in learning new technology! | ||||
| 7 | Organization: Remainders Creative Reuse | |||
| Supports: reduces waste in landfills and supports arts in the community Location: 787 East Washington Blvd, Pasadena Availability: flexible hours, weekdays and weekends Website: https://remainderspas.org/volunteer Contact: remainders.schedule@gmail.com | ||||
| About: Remainders accepts no-longer needed fabric, sewing materials, craft supplies and more, then functions like a thrift shop specifically for crafters and artisans. Volunteer to accept donations, sort supplies, cut fabric for shoppers and more. Purchasing credit may be available in exchange for your volunteer hours. | ||||
| 8 | Organization: Special Olympics | |||
| Supports: empowerment of special needs children with intellectual disabilities Location: various locations in LA County and everywhere Availability: on weekends, days off or afternoons off Website: https://www.sosc.org/volunteer Contact: volunteer@sosc.org | ||||
| About: The power of sports brings together volunteers and people with intellectual disabilities to discover new strengths and skills, and to find success. Special athletes find happiness, confidence and fulfillment through their sport and the goal is to translate into life success. Help out with a one-time event or coach athletes on a regular schedule.There are also opportunities to assist with administrative or fundraising efforts. A Volunteer Basketball Coach is needed in the Pasadena area now! | ||||
| Still haven’t found the perfect opportunity? Find countless more options at https://letsvolunteerla.org/ | ||||
