Community Spotlight: Karen Van Kirk
Karen Van Kirk is an 826LA supporter and the subject of our latest Community Spotlight. Here’s how and why 826LA captured her attention, plus some…
4 Ways To Volunteer While Social Distancing
Looking for fun volunteer activities for you and your loved ones? Although our food distribution volunteer events are temporarily postponed, here are 4 ways you…
Jacqueline Gal Hope and Inspiration
Seven years ago – the program’s inaugural year – I spent my first summer working with Wise Readers to Leaders. Since then, my experiences there…
COVID-19 Update
The COVID-19 Safer at Home directive is causing a number of changes in Pantry operations. We are operating with many new volunteers, and many of our normal…
Buy Produce!
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to impact our communities, we have made temporary changes to our Farmers Market which will allow us to continue…
COVID-19 Update
Dear Umbrella Members (current and future): Coronavirus changed the world overnight. This is particularly true for the 70 million Americans who are over the age…
Tierra’s 14th Annual Golf Tournament
Join us for Tierra’s 14th Annual Golf Tournament! Proceeds raised benefit the men and women with developmental disabilities Tierra del Sol serves through Workforce Development, College…
COVID-19 Update
Dear Theodore Payne Foundation Community: We are shocked and saddened by the news of Covid-19 (Coronavirus). Please know that we are monitoring the situation closely…
Together We Can
The experience of serving in the military forges deep bonds that endure for life. Ask any veteran what they miss about serving in the military…
BAPS Charities Donates 1,000 pounds of food to Assembly member Eloise Gómez Reyes’ drive-thru food giveaway on MLK Day
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Everyone can be great because everybody can serve.” BAPS Charities commemorated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day through an act…
Donate Books to the Prison Library Project
We always welcome book donations and can accept books any time during regular business hours. Newer books in good condition are always appreciated. Read below…
Give Books!
Give books to our teens! We are always in need of great books for our teens! Explore our most popular book requests or check out…
Volunteer Today
Ready to raise your hand and join us on a vaccine operation? Now is the perfect time to step in to the arena and serve…
Tutoring is Back in Session
@laschools is back in session (remotely) as of Monday (1/11)! Our tutoring sessions are starting back up as well and we are excited to start…
Inspiring Story
Denise K. has been a Step Up member for many years while experiencing homelessness for six years in Santa Monica. She has struggled with many…
COVID-19 Update
**Please note, due to COVID-19, St. Francis Center has modified programs and cut back on the number of volunteers needed to operate our essential services.…
COVID-19 Update
Due to COVID-19 Safe at Home measures, we have suspended on-site volunteer opportunities so we can prioritize the health of our residents, frontline staff, and…
Virtual Coat Drive
We just launched our "Virtual Coat Drive" in partnership with Volunteers of America - Greater New York. We aim to provide coats, jackets and other…
COVID-19 Update
Here at Saving the West Foundation, we focus on our students. We want everyone to feel comfortable and safe at all times. In regards to…
Volunteer of the Month
Michele Hofmann Being a part of Ride to Fly is a highlight of Michele's week. She feels very fortunate to work with a wonderful group of…
Lead a book drive
“Take reading with you” is a cornerstone of the Reading Partners program. We encourage our students to build their personal libraries by offering books from our take…
PVAC90: Past, Present & Future
PVAC90 is our year-long 90th Anniversary Exhibition celebrating the achievements made by Palos Verdes Art Center since its beginnings in 1931 through the continued contributions and…
Where To Donate Clothes in LA?
We accept the following men's and women's clothing and hygiene items: Hygiene Products and Supplies - (only new items) Tote bags and reusable grocery bags…
Inspirational Story
A self-professed Southern gentleman from Tennessee, Kwan Buchanan exemplifies dedication to the Playworks’ mission as a third-year Playworks #AmeriCorps Coach. “Coach K” is now serving…