Small acts big impact

We are seeking volunteers to facilitate our Services Desk. Volunteers help participants navigate various processes, including mail services, public transport assistance, and ID and birth certificate applications. Visit our site to learn more about opportunities.

SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition is a 501(c)(3) organization of neighborhood organizers who recognize unhoused individuals as fellow members of our community worthy of the same dignity, respect and representation afforded to any housed person.Our mission is to build a community-led response to homelessness in Los Angeles that addresses the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors and activates an empowered coalition of participants, volunteers and partners.

We are seeking volunteers to support their unhoused neighbors with their personal care needs by helping us facilitate our shower program. Volunteers will assist with shower check-in and sanitization, as well as support our clothing boutique, both of which are open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday, from 9:30am to 3pm. Tasks include cleaning, restocking, and assisting guests as they select personal items and clothing with dignity and care.

Compassion Connection provides free showers to the community twice weekly with a focus on offering an exceptional personal care experience that uplifts and empowers. Drawing inspiration from the hospitality and spa industries, guests are welcomed by one of our friendly Personal Care Concierges and provided with needed supplies. After their shower, guests are invited to visit our boutique filled with new and vintage clothing. Our goal is to create a dignified and enjoyable shopping experience without the monetary barrier.

We are seeking volunteers to help us with food preparation and distribution at our nightly dinners. We need help seven days a week but our biggest need is on Wednesday nights.

The mission of Hollywood Food Coalition is to nourish the community. We welcome people to dinner each night and rescue and redistribute food daily to other organizations. We care for our immediate community through our wellness program. We build community with and through our volunteers and community partnerships.

We are seeking volunteers to help us sort and organize donations. Visit our site to learn more about opportunities.

SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition is a 501(c)(3) organization of neighborhood organizers who recognize unhoused individuals as fellow members of our community worthy of the same dignity, respect and representation afforded to any housed person.Our mission is to build a community-led response to homelessness in Los Angeles that addresses the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors and activates an empowered coalition of participants, volunteers and partners.

We are seeking volunteers to assist us with serving hot lunches to older adults. Learn more here.

Since 1969, the Los Angeles LGBT Center has cared for, championed, and celebrated LGBTQ individuals and families in Los Angeles and beyond. We provide services for more queer and trans people than any other organization in the world—offering programs, services, and global advocacy that span four broad categories: Health, Social Services and Housing, Culture and Education, and Leadership and Advocacy.

We are seeking volunteers to help support our daily shower program from 8:45am to 11:45am. Even a small time commitment can contribute significantly to the holistic health of our community. Our shower program attendants help people check-in, hand out personal hygiene supplies, and sanitize the area.

Serve LA is a non-profit organization that exists to help guide the marginalized from suffering to flourishing and equip others to do the same. Our goal is to be more than a meal, more than a shower, more than any of our services—but a ministry where we witness countless examples of how the compassion of Jesus changes everything.

We are seeking volunteers interested in leading life skills workshops, resume-building sessions, and arts and crafts activities for the youth at our Lifting Youth Up Drop-In Center and/or Wallis House.If you'd like to learn more, we'd be happy to provide a tour and discuss the current needs and opportunities for you to get involved.

For 110 years, Aviva has provided services to meet critical needs for our clients and address the most pervasive issues in our communities. Our goals are ambitious. We are committed to improving children’s lives, strengthening families, enhancing our local communities, and creating a more equitable society.

Our bold vision requires a large circle of donors and partners, and we are deeply grateful for their essential support.

As Aviva continues to optimize our resources and expand our capacity, we invite you to join us in fostering more stable, healthy, resilient, and happy lives for thousands of children and families.