Long Beach Rescue Mission is a place of healing and hope serving the greater Long Beach community by improving the quality of life of the hurting and homeless through loving and equipping them to be reconciled to God, self, family, and society.
Encourage and guide our New Life Program participants as they make their courageous journey back into becoming productive members of society.
Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Legal Aid
Use your knowledge of the law in one of our legal aid clinics, advising Mission clients on matters such as traffic tickets, record expungement, and child support.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Thrift Store
Assist customers, sort donations and help tidy the store. We especially need volunteers with an in-depth knowledge of online sales and product/inventory pricing.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults, Child with Adult
Individuals
Indoor
Formal
Weekdays, Weekends
Food Service
Pitch in to assist our kitchen staff as they set up, serve and clean up after our breakfast, lunch, or dinner meals.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults, Child with Adult
Individuals, Groups (2-10), Families
Indoor
On-site, Formal
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Holiday and Special Events
Get involved with our Easter Basket Giveaway, Long Beach Marathon Fundraiser, Back-to-School Drive, Gala & Silent Auction Fundraiser, Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas Toy & Stocking Giveaway and other events.
One-time, Occasional
55+, Adults
Individuals, Groups (2-10)
Event support
On-site
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Lydia House
Serve at our women and children’s shelter through after school programs, Bible studies, dinner service and more.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults, Child with Adult
Individuals, Groups (2-10), Families
Indoor
Formal
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Music/Arts
If you’re musically or artistically inclined, ask our Volunteer Program Supervisor about Mission events and workshops that would benefit from your talents!
One-time, Occasional, Monthly
55+, Adults
Individuals, Groups (2-10)
Indoor, Outdoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Career Employment Services
Teach a career workshop. Or work with individual Mission residents on financial planning, writing résumés, holding mock job interviews and more.
One-time, Occasional
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Chapel Service
Bring a group from your church to lead the evening chapel service at our Samaritan House.
Occasional
55+, Adults, Child with Adult
Groups (2-10), Groups (10+)
Indoor
Formal
Evenings
Class Instructor
Enjoy teaching? We’d enjoy hearing from you! We’re always in need of enthusiastic teachers for our life-skills classes, financial education classes and small group Bible studies.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
Administrative Office
Help out with filing, answering phones and other clerical duties.
Occasional, Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Office work
On-site, Formal
Weekdays
How you help
Long Beach Rescue Mission offers a variety of rewarding opportunities for volunteers, and we could not function in the same capacity we are operating at today without the support of volunteers.
About us
Since 1972, Long Beach Rescue Mission has opened its doors to thousands of men, women and children. The Mission provides food, clothing, shelter and spiritual guidance to the homeless and less fortunate people of the community. Long Beach Rescue Mission stands dedicated to helping individuals overcome the homeless cycle, achieve long term goals and make a world of difference in today’s society.
