Groups interested in trail work, invasive plant removal, or other service can contact us to set up an event of your own. We are always happy to help Scouts identify projects that can meet their requirements and leave a lasting positive impact in the community and out on the land.
Other ways to volunteer with AFC include becoming a trained field trip docent, Community Scientist, Friend of an AFC Preserve, Advisor, or just answering the call when we need help stuffing envelopes with our Annual Report.
Individuals can check our calendar and join one of our regularly scheduled restoration days on our Preserves. Volunteers assist by removing invasive plants, cleaning up trash, repairing trails for recreation. Regular events every weekend at various sites.
Do you care about reducing waste in landfills? Do you want to help children in need? If your answers to both are yes, then please consider volunteering at Crayon Collection. Crayon Collection is a nonprofit that collects gently used crayons and distributes them to Title 1 schools. By collecting crayons, we reduce the amount of waste that…
Sea Sister Mentorholds safe brave space in the water and guidance in surf skills (5-7 Surf-Sister Mentors per program)Qualifications:Attend virtual Volunteer Training and in person Practice Day to learn Groundswell specific surf teaching techniquesIntermediate to advanced surf practiceExhibits strong ability to hold safe space in the waves and board management for 1-2 participants at a…
Stoke-sister: a photographer or videographer who captures the Stoke through non-invasive techniques. (1 Stoke-sister per session). Qualifications: Attend virtual Volunteer Training & in person Practice Day Briefed in Groundswell photo best practices: non-invasiveSigned consent of how photos will be used, where they will be uploaded, and when they will be deleted from photographers access
Assist with the design and execution of social media campaigns for the LA area summer programs for 2022 and beyond. Assist with content creation, curation, and caption writing for the Los Angeles GS Facebook, Instagram. Create weekly and monthly Instagram stories for the Los Angeles GS. Track social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas and…
Our field trip programs connect thousands of students each year to nature spaces within the highly urbanized Ballona Creek Watershed. Volunteer docents help make that happen! Docents receive training in local ecology and interpretation techniques and then work collaboratively to lead students in grades 3-8 on tours throughout the school year.
Looking to connect with the land in your city? Consider joining a habitat restoration event. It’s a great opportunity to learn about native plants and local wildlife, all while spending some time outdoors on beautiful Baldwin Hills Parklands.
The Digital Literacy Tutor is responsible for supporting digital literacy learners in gaining basic computer skills. Tutors provide excellent service based on the training they receive as part of their tutoring experience. Supported by the Digital Literacy team, the DL Volunteer Tutor will help facilitate learning and completion of the Basic Skills Computer course. Volunteer…