Opportunities From: Orange County United Way

To learn more, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Volunteer for Our 35th Anniversary Gala: The Power of One

Be part of a milestone celebration! On Saturday, September 20, 2025, Working Wardrobes will host its 35th Anniversary Gala at the Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel. This evening of dining, auctions, and recognition will raise vital funds to support our mission of empowering individuals through the dignity of work—and we need 50 volunteers to make it possible!

We’re looking for support in the following areas (training provided):

Gala Setup (12 volunteers, 2:00–5:00 PM) – Style and stage the silent auction and activity stations, assist with ballroom and lobby setup.

Guest Check-In (8 volunteers, 3:30–6:30 PM) – Welcome guests, confirm registrations, and set the tone for the evening.

Activity Sales (4–6 volunteers, 4:30–6:30 PM) – Engage guests at fun fundraising stations like the Bottle Pull, Giving Tree, and Golden Ticket.

Fund A Need Spotters (4 volunteers, 6:30–9:30 PM) – Record paddle numbers and donations during the live auction, then assist with check-out.

Check-Out Team (16 volunteers, 6:30–9:30 PM) – Process payments, retrieve auction items, and support a smooth guest departure.

Volunteers will play a critical role in creating an unforgettable guest experience while fueling the success of this fundraising event.

Interested?
Sign up today and let us know which role you’d like to be considered for and we will reach out. Together, we’ll make this 35th Anniversary Gala a night to remember!

Interested in helping create positive experiences by greeting and guiding visitors with a smile!

About the Role
Do you have a few hours to spare and want to gain valuable administrative experience? Or perhaps you’d like to contribute the skills you already have? We’ve got an exciting opportunity for you!

Working Wardrobes is looking for additional volunteers to join our fabulous Front Desk/Administrative Support team at the Career Success Center. As a volunteer, you'll be the first point of contact for everyone who walks through our doors or calls our offices, providing a warm welcome to visitors and supporting our staff with various administrative and clerical tasks.

This role offers the chance to work closely with both our Administrative Manager and Volunteer Manager. We’re asking for a commitment of 4-5 hour shifts 1+ times per week for a minimum of 3 months. Volunteers 18 and older are welcome to sign up, and training will be provided. A professional phone demeanor, a passion for connecting with others, and strong listening skills make this the ideal opportunity for you!

If you’re looking to develop your skills and make a meaningful impact, sign up and show your interest today! We will reach out talk about next steps which include resume submittal, phone screen and in person tour. 

 ABOUT THIS REMOTE PROJECT:

Volunteers are needed to create and provide hygiene care kits as Remote Volunteers. The hygiene care kits you make and donate will be distributed to our food distribution and shelter clients. We currently serve about 1,000 households each week between our four food pantries.  Thank you for helping to provide essential items to our program participants!

To learn about all our remote opportunities you can visit our website blog at www.pohoc.org/remote-volunteering. 

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Collect Items

You can be a bit creative with the items that you use, however keep in mind that these bags may be carried around everywhere and thus should not be too heavy.  Items that are perfect for these care bags are listed below, but you can be choose what you want to include:

Create Bags

Now you are ready to assemble! Host an assembly event with family, friends and/or coworkers at any location you choose. Tip: hotel shampoos & soaps from trips are perfect for bags. Remember to pack the items in a sturdy bag, we recommend using plastic gallon re-sealable bags or cinch sacks.

DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS:

Once your hygiene kit(s) has been completed you are ready to drop them off.

Drop off location: 611 S. Ford Ave, Fullerton CA 92832. Please knock on the far-left door

Days and Times: Tuesday through Fridays between 9:30-11:30am are the preferred drop off times! These are the drop off times that have been created for the safety of our staff and volunteers. We are serving clients between 1-4pm.

Your donation will help keep the most vulnerable families and our employees safe! Thank you!

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and marginalized through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food and hygiene items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experiencing housing issues. 

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

ABOUT THIS REMOTE PROJECT:

Volunteers are needed to assemble cleaning care kits for our community program participants and you can help from the safety of your own home as Remote Volunteers. The kits you make will be distributed at our HUB of Hope resource center. We currently serve over 1,000 households between our four food pantries. Thank you for helping to provide essential items to our neighbors in need!

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Collect Items - Suggested items for the Cleaning Kits are listed below, but you can be creative and choose what you want to include. Please remember – the items listed are the most needed for our families:

Create Activity Kits:
Now you are ready to assemble! Host an assembling event with family, friends and/or coworkers at a location you choose. Assemble the items in a trash can, plastic container, box or basket.

DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS:

Once your kit(s) has been completed you are ready to drop them off.

Drop off location: 611 S. Ford Ave, Fullerton CA 92832. Please knock on the far-right door

Days and Times: Tuesday through Fridays between 9:30-11:30am are the preferred drop-off times. These are the drop-off times that have been created for the safety of our staff and volunteers. We are serving clients between 1-4pm.

Your donation will help keep the most vulnerable families and our employees safe! Thank you!

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and marginalized through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food and hygiene items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experience housing issues. 

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

Would you like to help feed people and college students in your community?

Help them receive food & basic supplies

We currently operate three food pantries in Fullerton, Anaheim and Cypress.

We'd love to have you join our volunteering team!

(Please note that we are NOT open on the weekends and are closed on main holidays.) 

Food pantry volunteer shifts are Monday through Friday in 2.5-to-4-hour shifts

depending on the site. 

To sign up please reply to this post or fill out an online

volunteer application at www.pohoc.org/volunteer.

Please note the address listed below is only one of the sites. Please register to volunteer with Ann Stoddard, Volunteer Program Specialist, and complete a volunteer waiver that will be emailed to you. Walk up volunteers are NOT accepted.

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter, and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless, and marginalized through the assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses, and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food, hygiene, and sanitation items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experiencing housing issues.

We serve about 1,000 households each week between all three food pantry sites.

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

Pathways of Hope needs volunteers to help operate three food pantries and we need volunteers who are interested in in person hands on support.

We need help with tasks such as unloading and sorting food and assist handing out food during food distribution. The requirements include being able to lift 25 lbs, completing two forms and two trainings. 

To get started please complete the online volunteer application at www.pohoc.org/volunteer.

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and marginalized through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food and hygiene items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experience housing issues. 

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

Do you like to help feed your neighbors and college students? 

Pathways of Hope is looking for people who can help with food rescues on a as needed basis. You can also bring a friend to help! The food pantry and food pickups are within 20 minutes of Fullerton.

All pick up times are in the mornings, but take about 1 to 1.5 hours to complete. The pickup times are between 9am-11am.

 Requirements: You must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 20 lb, and have your own larger vehicle with a valid Driver's License and current auto registration.

To sign up please complete a volunteer application at www.pohoc.org/volunteer.

Pathways of Hope has been helping Orange County families is need for 50 years by providing food and housing services. We serve an average of about 300 households or 1,000 individuals PER WEEK seeking food at both the HUB food pantry!

With your support we can provide food to those who are struggling to make ends meet.

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and marginalized through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food and hygiene items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experience housing issues. 

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

Disaster Shelter Resident Transition:

When housing is disrupted in communities after a disaster, it can be difficult for some people to find new long-term housing. The Shelter Resident Transition Service Associates help shelter residents create personalized plans to overcome roadblocks and transition to new housing. They play a critical role in reducing disaster-caused displacement and aiding in long-term recovery for individuals.  

If you want to alleviate human suffering by shortening the time of disaster caused displacement, this is the perfect role for you!  

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Logistics:

The Red Cross Logistics Fulfillment Service Associate plays a vital role in disaster response operations by ensuring that shelters receive the necessary supplies. From sourcing materials to delivering them efficiently, our logistics team is the backbone of our relief efforts.  

If you are passionate about working behind the scenes to support those displaced by disasters and thrive in dynamic environments, this is the perfect role for you. Join us in making a difference and providing essential resources to those in need.  

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Transportation:

When disaster responders from across the country respond to a disaster, they need access to reliable transportation to meet the needs of the community effectively. Transportation Service Associates serve as a part of the logistics team by coordinating the maintenance, inventory control and servicing of vehicles used during a response.  

If you prefer working behind the scenes to keep our fleet organized and operational this is the perfect role for you! 

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Government Operations:

When disasters strike, it takes coordinated efforts of government agencies working alongside nonprofit organizations to quickly respond and help chart the path forward. Volunteers serving as Government Operations Service Associates serve as direct contact with government partners, often in an Emergency Operations Center or other coordination center, during a Disaster Relief Operation to ensure that Red Cross actions are aligned with the government 

MUST HAVE PRIOR EXPERIENCE! 

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Prior experience in government operations needed (no exceptions). Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Information and Planning:

Join a dedicated team of trained volunteers from across the country to support communities impacted by severe weather. As an Information & Planning Generalist Service Associate you will provide critical insights to operation leadership through the collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of operational information. 

 If you are organized, detail oriented and like to keep schedules on track, this is the perfect role for you. 

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Sheltering:

As a Shelter Service Associate, you’ll help create a safe, welcoming environment for people displaced by disasters. Volunteering in Red Cross shelters, you’ll support day-to-day operations— whether it’s greeting clients, assisting with registration, serving meals, managing dormitory spaces, or providing information and support. 

No experience needed! Free online training will be provided.  

We are seeking those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts, is required. When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Blood Transportation Specialist:

#NotAllHeroesWearCapes  

Help Deliver Life Saving Blood from the blood drives to our Pomona center and/or to healthcare facilities. Seeking volunteers who are open for driving shifts with flexible schedules. 
 
Rewarding volunteer opportunity serving as a Red Cross Blood Services Transportation Volunteer. Help deliver lifesaving blood to hospitals from local Red Cross donor sites in our community. 
 
SCHEDULE – Flexible. Minimum of two shifts (4-5 hours) per month required. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to drive to Pomona, California. Clean driving record and lifting requirements (25 lbs). 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Feeding:

After a disaster, a hot meal and a warm smile can be a powerful source of comfort and hope. As a Feeding Service Associate with the Red Cross, you’ll help nourish both body and spirit— whether by serving meals at a shelter or delivering food directly to neighborhoods impacted by disaster. Your presence can be a light in someone’s darkest moment. 

When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Duty Officer:

Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officers are the behind-the-scenes heroes who coordinate local emergency responses in real time. From the comfort of your home, you’ll ensure that people affected by disasters receive the care and support they need by dispatching volunteers to the scene.  

If you are comfortable talking on the phone with new people, learning new computer applications, and can keep folks organized this is the perfect role for you!  
 
SCHEDULE – Flexible. Calls come in 24/7. Shifts up to 8 hours.  

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must have reliable internet, computer, and phone access.

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Disaster Action Team:

When disaster strikes your community, Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers are the first to respond—bringing comfort, care, and critical resources like food and shelter to those in need. Join this vital team by signing up for on-call shifts and helping ensure 24-hour emergency support is always just a phone call away for your neighbors. 
 
SCHEDULE – Flexible. Calls come in 24/7. Respond when you are available.   

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must have valid driver's license. Must have vehicle.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Community Outreach:

#NotAllHeroesWearCapes  

Every day, dedicated individuals answer our nation’s call to serve in the armed forces. The American Red Cross stands by these heroes from the day they enlist throughout their military careers and beyond. Engage with military and veteran communities and other partners to engage, educate and champion available Red Cross programs. 
 
SCHEDULE – Flexible, depends on upcoming events. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable transportation. Must live in Orange County, California.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Youth programs play a major role in preparing our young people for the future emphasizing education, leadership and volunteerism. That's why we're committed to doing whatever it takes to encourage you to make our community a better place. Whether you need hours for school or planning ahead for college, we have after-school and weekend projects that provide fun and valuable community-minded opportunities.  
 
SCHEDULE – Depends on school. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 13 years or older.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://www.redcross.org/local/california/southern-california/volunteer/red-cross-clubs.html  

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact OCYouth@redcross.org  

Disaster Community Engagement and Partnerships:  

When a large-scale disaster impacts a community, multiple agencies and resources come together to provide response and recovery support. As a Community Engagement & Partnerships (CEP) Service Associate you’ll connect with local partners to build capacity, coordinate activities, and ensure that all disaster-affected communities have access to Red Cross services. Your role involves implementing the CEP plan, engaging with organizations, and supporting multi-agency collaborative efforts to promote regional engagement and inclusive partnerships. 

When hurricanes, wildfires, and other disasters strike, families are left without the basics — food, shelter, and comfort. You can be the one who helps them begin to recover. Deploy across the country to deliver shelter, supplies, and support when it’s needed most. 
 
SCHEDULE – Available to respond to disasters. 14 consecutive day deployments. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual a plus. Must be able to deploy for 14 consecutive days. Must have valid driver's license. 

To get started, Apply Here: To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Volunteer Recruitment: Help others find purpose and find it yourself. As a Volunteer Services Recruitment Member, you’re not just filling roles; you’re opening doors to belonging, connection, and community for people who want to make a difference by attending community events, giving presentations and supporting online recruitment efforts. Every conversation you start could be the beginning of someone’s journey to healing, hope, and lifelong friendships—including your own. 
 
SCHEDULE – Weekly, Monday through Friday for 2 – 5 hours per week.   

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable transportation. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual in either Spanish or Arabic a plus.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

IHL Youth Action Campaign: Do you love exploring challenging topics and helping young people increase compassion? Each year, students from across the country build peer-to-peer awareness campaigns on a specific topic of International Humanitarian Law (the Geneva Conventions). As a Youth Action Campaign Coordinator, you’ll guide students aged 13-24 as they explore IHL and encourage them as they raise awareness about the rules of war and the importance of protecting human dignity during conflict. 
 
SCHEDULE – Usually evenings and weekends.  

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable internet and access to a computer. Must live in Orange County, California.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Around the world, families are torn apart by conflict, migration, and disaster. The American Red Cross helps reconnect loved ones through its Restoring Family Links program. As an Outreach Volunteer, you’ll raise awareness in your community about these vital services and help bring hope to families searching for one another. 
 
SCHEDULE – Ideally, 2 – 5 hours per week. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable transportation. Must live in Orange County, California. Must be bilingual in either Arabic, Persian, or Spanish. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Want to gain valuable skills? Want to help community partnerships that will help our team mobilize in times of disaster or blood shortages? Join the Volunteer Recruitment, Community Partnerships team to build out strategies and plans to engage partners in the Red Cross mission! 

Can be completed virtually!  
 
SCHEDULE – Weekly, Monday through Friday for 2 – 5 hours per week.   

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable internet and computer. Must live in Orange County, California. Bilingual in either Spanish or Arabic a plus.  

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498 

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Red Cross Interviewing (Screener) team members seek to understand what brought prospective volunteers to the Red Cross, their areas of interest and what position they would find most meaningful. Screeners use their understanding of the volunteer and match it with the needs of the organization, connecting volunteers with positions for which they are both interested and well suited. 
 
SCHEDULE – Weekly, Monday through Friday for 2 – 5 hours per week.   

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 18 years or older. Must have reliable internet and access to a computer. Must live in Orange County, California.  

To get started, Apply Here:
https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org 

Support Red Cross Life Saving Mission - Serve as a Blood Services Donor Ambassador! 

Welcome and greet blood donors during a Red Cross Blood Drive by providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a rewarding / positive experience, so donors return next time. 

Enhance your customer service skills and gain experience working directly in healthcare setting. Staff reception area, support donor check-in process with their appointment time, ask donors to read required medical material, and make telephone calls for reminders and additional follow up. 

Support hospitality experience by offering refreshments and giving immediate attention to anyone feeling unwell. Invite donors to return by providing educational information about the positive impact and lifesaving service of blood donations. 

SCHEDULE – WEEKDAY Availability ONLY between 8 am – 7 pm for 6 hours. The last shifts start around 3:30 pm. Minimum of one shift (6 hours) per month required. 

QUALIFICATIONS – Must be 16 years or older. Must have reliable transportation. Must live in Orange County, California. 

To get started, Apply Here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=recruitment_page&page_id=1498

Need assistance or want to learn more, please contact Gincy Heins at Gincy.heins@redcross.org

Help us make a difference in a child's life.

Our dynamic group of talented volunteers creates a rich atmosphere for our students that is conducive to learning and provides countless opportunities for students to discover their own gifts and areas of interest. Volunteers are role models for our students and serve as examples to our community of how one person can make a big difference.

Participating in the growth and development of our youth is both challenging and rewarding. As volunteers, we are helping to shape the future today, not just in the lives of those we serve, but in our own lives as well. The relationships we build make us better people. We begin to understand that volunteering is not just a civic duty or moral obligation; it is a way of life. The results are healthier neighborhoods and a deeper sense of community.

On behalf of THINK Together, our partnering schools and communities, and the children we serve, we thank all of our dedicated volunteers.

As a Donation Center Volunteer, you will be assisting in the heart of Working Wardrobes. There are two primary roles that our volunteers typically assume while helping out here: Donor Engagement & Quality Control.

Please note - we could use your support best on these shifts: 

Tuesday 9-12

Wednesday 9-12, 12-3

Thursday 9-12, 12-3

Friday 9-12, 12-3 

What you will be doing: 

Donor Engagement

You will be the first point of contact to incoming donors while offering a concierge-like service as they pull up with their donations. Your friendly smile and engaging disposition will welcome our donors while offering assistance with unloading their donations. This role takes place in the carport and donation center lobby. Tasks include:

Ability to push/pull/lift/carry up to 10 lbs and twist/bend at waist level required. Some comfortability speaking with the public and fluent English is recommended for this role.

Quality Control

You will be working to ensure that donations meet our high standards so that we can provide the best quality for our clients and retail stores. This role takes place inside the warehouse. Tasks include:

Ability to push/pull/lift/carry up to 10 lbs and twist/bend at waist level required. Ability to work independently and in small groups is recommended for this role.

We welcome minors (14 years and older) with a supervising adult and 16 years or older individually with legal guardian consent.

Safety Measures: Masks are optional. Gloves are recommended while handling donations and will be provided. Ability to push/pull/lift/carry up to 10 lbs and twist/bend at waist level required.

Know Before You Go

What to Wear:

What to Bring:

**OneOC Community Service Volunteers: Please bring you ID and any court paperwork on your 1st day. Ensure you are registered with the Community Service User Group before signing up.

***Please only sign up for 1 shift per day. 

DISCLAIMER: Volunteer duties may change based on daily operation needs.

ABOUT THIS REMOTE PROJECT:

Volunteers are needed to gather, assemble and donate welcome care kits from your own home, work, or in your community as Remote Volunteers. The welcome home kits you make will be provided to our shelter families. Thank you so much for your help!

This information is also posted on our Pathways website at  https://www.pohoc.org/remote-volunteering/

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Collect Items

You can be a bit creative with the items that you use, but please know that the items listed are the most needed for our families. Items that are perfect for these care bags are listed below, but you can be creative and choose what you want to include:

Needed Items

Suggested Items

Create Care Kits

Now you are ready to assemble! We recommend packing the items in a sturdy container like a plastic container with a lid or a basket.

DROP OFF INSTRUCTIONS:

Once your first aid kit(s) has been completed you are ready to drop them off.

Drop off location: 611 S. Ford Ave, Fullerton CA 92832. Please knock on the far-left door.

Days and Times: Tuesday through Fridays between 9:30-11:30am are the preferred drop off times! These are the drop off times that have been created for the safety of our staff and volunteers. We are serving clients between 1-4pm.

Thank you for providing welcome care kits to our our neighbors in need!

ABOUT PATHWAYS OF HOPE:

Pathways of Hope is a nonprofit organization that serves families and individuals throughout North Orange County. For 50 years Pathways of Hope has been providing food, shelter and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and marginalized through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies.

The Pathways of Hope HUB of Hope offers emergency food and hygiene items to homeless and low-income families and individuals as well as housing assistance to those experience housing issues. 

To learn more about Pathways of Hope, please visit www.pohoc.org.

Make a Direct Impact in Your Community!

Age Well Senior Services is looking for one dedicated and physically capable volunteer to assist with essential tasks at our food pantry in San Clemente. Your help ensures we can continue providing vital food resources to our neighbors in need.

The Role:

We need assistance specifically with tasks that require heavy lifting. Your responsibilities will include:

Crucial Requirement: This position requires the ability to safely lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

Schedule:

We need help promptly at 9:00 am on the following days each month:

(Shifts typically last 2-3 hours, depending on delivery size and tasks)

We are looking for someone who is:

Why Volunteer for the Pantry?

Requirements:

How to Apply

Please fill out our online volunteer application:

https://agewellseniorservices.org/volunteer-application/

For questions, you can also email us at volunteer@myagewell.org or call us at 949-855-8033.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Has someone introduced  you to a passion, experience, or career path you didn't know about?

YOU now have the opportunity to be that person by volunteering in person or virtually as our clients navigate career exploration. Whether in person or online, a few hours a year or a few hours a month - you set the parameters - your real world experience and connections shared can shape early career decisions and set the stage for a lifetime of success.

How It Works

Sign up online by adding your information and opportunity description to our relational database to become searchable to clients exploring careers. Volunteer Form: b.link/WorkingWardrobesBU

Opportunity Types

For the full list of opportunity examples, please see the engagement menu. 

When a client's interests match what you offer, you'll be contacted before being introduced to the client.

Thank you for generously offering your insights, connections, and experiences!

You will receive a confirmation email once your volunteer form is successfully submitted. 

Only signups submitted through the link above will be viewable to clients. 

Join our team and make a direct impact on the lives of seniors by assisting with food preparation and lunch service! We're seeking dedicated volunteers to help ensure our seniors receive delicious and healthy meals.

Duties:

Dress Code:

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

Training:

Available Shifts & Qualifications:

To Apply:

Please contact us at volunteer@myagwell.org or complete an application online by visiting : https://agewellseniorservices.org/volunteer-application/

Join our team and make a direct impact on the lives of seniors by assisting with food preparation and lunch service! We're seeking dedicated volunteers to help ensure our seniors receive delicious and healthy meals.

Duties:

Dress Code:

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

Training:

Available Shifts & Qualifications:

To Apply:

Please contact us at volunteer@myagwell.org or complete an application online by visiting : https://agewellseniorservices.org/volunteer-application/

About the Role

The Working Wardrobes Retail Stores are staffed by dedicated, enthusiastic, fun-loving retail volunteers with a strong sense of style and a desire to give back to their community. $0.87 of every dollar in sales benefits Working Wardrobes programs and services!

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

Help us keep our spaces safe, clean, and welcoming—your skills make a difference!

Working Wardrobes is looking for a set of helping hands! We are in need of a skilled Handyperson to help with upkeep and maintenance across our various locations in Orange County. We would appreciate having the support of an experienced individual in order to keep our sites looking pristine and remaining in top condition. 

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Help maintain a comfortable environment and make a lasting impact.

Working Wardrobes is looking for a set of helping hands! We are in need of an experienced and skilled HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Systems) Volunteer to help with upkeep and maintenance across our various locations in Orange County. We would appreciate having the support of a professional individual in order to keep our sites well taken care of.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Do you enjoy connecting with people and making a difference? We're looking for a friendly and organized volunteer receptionist to join our team at Age Well's Florence Sylvester Senior Center in Laguna Hills

About the Position:

This is an ongoing weekly volunteer opportunity on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. As the face of our center, you'll play a vital role in welcoming visitors and assisting them with their needs. This is a perfect opportunity for individuals who thrive in a positive and people-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Training:

We will provide comprehensive training to ensure you feel comfortable and confident in your role.

Benefits of Volunteering:

A Bonus for You:

While Wednesday afternoons are our primary need, flexibility is a plus! If you're available to volunteer on additional days, we'd love to chat with you about other opportunities.

Requirements:

Ready to Join Us?

We'd love to have you on the team! Fill out our online volunteer application form or contact us to learn more:

Let seniors know you are thinking of them by making thoughtful cards, which helps lessen feelings of isolation. Cards and notes like these bring true joy to recipients’ days and remind them that they are not alone. Age Well will distribute cards through our Meals on Wheels and Congregate Lunch programs.

This is a perfect opportunity for groups, students, scouts and other organizations.

Suggested supplies:

If you are making more than one (1) card, we recommend using a large envelope to send them at once.

Sample message ideas:

"I want you to know that you are a very special person and that you are loved!"

"May your day be filled with all kinds of bright sunny things! We are thinking of you now and always."

"I hope you have a wonderful day, and know that someone is wishing you nothing but the best!"

Please refrain from using religious messages, holiday-focused messages, and glitter to make these cards welcoming to all!

We need assistance with the packing, loading and cleanup of food to be delivered to home bound seniors at least one day a week, Monday - Friday

Cites Served : Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon

REQUIREMENTS :

Please fill out our online volunteer application. Or you can e-mail us at volunteer@myagewell.org or call 949-855-8033. We'd love to hear from you!

https://form.jotform.com/232622399306155

We are looking for Permanent and Substitute Volunteer meal delivery drivers. Our drivers deliver meals to home-bound seniors at least one day a week, Monday - Friday. Our volunteers also provide kind and a friendly face to a population who often cannot leave their homes. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate and personal difference to someone’s life.

Our permanent drivers have a regular weekly schedule and deliver the same route week to week.

Our substitute drivers are an invaluable group of volunteers who we contact when a regularly scheduled driver becomes unavailable due to illness or vacation. We try to give a week or two notice, but sometimes we may only have 1 days’ notice.

All drivers arrive at area Senior Centers pickup location between 9:30am and 12:00pm and usually finished their routes within 1 to 1 ½ hours.REQUIREMENTS :

Please fill out our online volunteer application.

Or you can e-mail us at volunteer@myagewell.org or call 949-855-8033. We'd love to hear from you!

https://form.jotform.com/232622399306155Cites Served : Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon

Birthday Care Packages are small gift bags filled with useful and fun items that we give to our seniors to brighten their day, or to celebrate special occasions, like their birthdays or holidays. Volunteers simply assemble gift bags and include whatever items they would like to donate. Age Well will distribute the bags through our Meals on Wheels and Congregate Lunch programs.

This is a perfect opportunity for groups, students, scouts and other organizations.

SUGGESTED ITEMS

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Please refrain from using religious messages, holiday-focused messages, and glitter if including cards or notes in the care packages.

All packages will be inspected for the safety of our seniors.

After assembling Birthday Care Packages, please reach out to volunteer@myagewell.org for the Site closest to you. Please note, we are located in Orange County, California. If you need to ship packages, please ship to:

Age Well Senior Services
c/o Care Packages
23101 Lake Center Drive
Suite 325
Lake Forest, CA 92630

Cites Served : Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon

We are looking for volunteers for our Friendly Visitor program. The Friendly Visitor Program matches compassionate adults with seniors in need of some extra support and social interaction. Volunteers visit on a regular basis to provide support to seniors living on their own. Regular visits often lead to lasting and meaningful friendships. Friendly Visitor Volunteers’ primary tasks include:

Volunteers are not allowed to:

REQUIREMENTS :

Cites Served : Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon

Our Friendly Callers call weekly with older adults who need companionship, support, and social attention in the comfort of their own homes, connecting them to the world.

Cites Served : Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon

REQUIREMENTS :

If you are interested in volunteering for the Friendly Caller program, please complete the online application below. Once your application is approved, we will match you with a senior based on your location to the senior in need.

https://form.jotform.com/233046170482148

About the Role

The Working Wardrobes Retail Stores are staffed by dedicated, enthusiastic, fun-loving retail volunteers with a strong sense of style and a desire to give back to their community. $0.87 of every dollar in sales benefits Working Wardrobes programs and services!

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

Please note: This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. Art supplies must be new and placed in a drawstring bag.

Kit Checklist:

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Please note:

For more information please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Please note:  This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. Snack Pack items must be unopened and placed in a re-sealable storage bag.

Items to be included in each Snack Pack:

Drop-off Location: Orange County United Way- 18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614

To learn more, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125

Please note: This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. Literacy kit items must be new and placed in a new drawstring bag or backpack.

Items to be included in each kit:

Drop-Off Location:  Orange County Untied Way - 18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Please note: This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. Hygiene products must be new and placed in a re-sealable (gallon-sized) storage bag. Travel-size products are preferred.

Kids Hygiene Kit Checklist:

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Completed kits are passed along to our local emergency shelter, mental health and VA agency partners to share with those they serve.

Please note: This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. Hygiene products must be new and placed in a re-sealable (gallon-sized) storage bag. Travel-size products are preferred.

Hygiene Kit Checklist:

Drop off location:  Orange County United Way 18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Please note: This is a donation drive where volunteers are asked to provide all materials, assemble the kits, and either drop them off at our office or request a quote from us to organize an assembly event. All items are must be new and placed in a drawstring bag or backpack

Items to be included in each kit:

Drop-Off Location:  Orange County Untied Way - 18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

Please note:  Books should be in new / unused condition.

Books needed (K - 3rd Grade):

To learn more or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125.

You can make an impact in the lives of recently housed families and individuals who were previously experiencing homelessness. Donate a
Welcome Home Basket and help our Orange County neighbors settle into their new homes! These baskets provide households with basic
necessities and truly make a difference in people’s lives.

See our checklist for items needed and get started today!

Please note: All items must be new and include a bin with a lid.

Items needed to complete one Welcome Home Basket:

This volunteer opportunity is offered through the WelcomeHomeOC℠ housing navigation program, which helps families and individuals who are experiencing homelessness and have a housing voucher in hand to secure housing in private market apartments and ensures supportive services are provided to help those who are newly housed to stay in their homes for the long-term. The program is a joint effort between Orange County United Way’s United to End Homelessness℠ initiative, Public Housing Authorities, and rental property owners. 

For instructions on basket assembly or to coordinate your donation drop off, please contact Doug McKay at DougM@UnitedWayOC.org or 949.263.6125

Join us as a Virtual Housing Champion in support of Orange County United Way’s United to End Homelessness initiative.

Housing Champions are volunteer citizen advocates in cities across Orange County proactively engaging with their elected and appointed leaders to ensure that every community is doing its best to develop more affordable and permanent supportive housing for all.

The mission of Housing Champions is to change the perceptions of permanent supportive housing and affordable homes among local policymakers and residents, and proactively provide, through city-based citizen advocates, support for fast-tracking approval of more homes for all.

Live virtual training (1-2 hours) is provided to Housing Champions, and a minimum volunteer commitment of 1-2 hours per month is required.

To sign up or for more information, please contact Michael Shepherd at MichaelS@unitedwayoc.org.

Since 2009, Meals on Wheels Orange County has connected home-bound older adults with Friendly Visitors to provide companionship, wellness checks, and social conversation at no cost to the Senior. We are excited to be resuming in-person Friendly Visits in 2023 and are in-need of volunteers to kick off our program!

• Friendly Visits occur for up to 1 hour, 1 time a week. Actual duration and frequency of visits are determined by each Senior and their Friendly Visitor.
• All Friendly Visitor Volunteers complete a thorough onboarding including an online background screening and in-person or live Zoom training, preparing you to interact with seniors, set and maintain boundaries, and engage in meaningful conversation using the Beautiful Questions method.
• Friendly Visitors will currently be following indoor masking recommendations; Porch Visitors and Friendly Callers are also available for individuals who are not comfortable interacting indoors at this time.
• Friendly Visitors and Seniors will co-sign a Code of Conduct with agreed-upon establishment of boundaries and rules adhering to the upmost safety of both Seniors and Volunteers in our program.

To get started, complete our online application and a Meals on Wheels OC Volunteer Services staff member will be in touch with next steps.

Questions? Contact Janelle Valencia at jvalencia@mealsonwheelsoc.org or (714) 864-3611

18+ / 5 days a week

Our Virtual Impact Program connects volunteers from across the globe with students throughout Latin America, who attend our after-school Virtual English Academy on a full scholarship. Together, volunteers and students bridge cultures digitally and inspire and empower each other to reach their potential.

in Spanish while making a lifetime impact on young students throughout Latin America. You'll provide students with the opportunity to expand their horizons, develop critical thinking skills, learn about the world, and have fun doing it!

Our Virtual Impact Program connects volunteers from across the globe with students throughout Latin America, who attend our after-school Virtual English Academy on a full scholarship. Together, volunteers and students bridge cultures digitally and inspire and empower each other to reach their potential.

while making a lifetime impact on young students throughout Latin America. You’ll provide students with quality English instruction and inspire them to create opportunities for their futures. Join us and make learning fun!

Below is a list of our current volunteer opportunities in order of greatest need for our shelters. While there have been no cases of COVID-19 in any of our programs, the options below are completely contactless for the safety of our clients, staff, and volunteers.  If you are interested in any of the opportunities below, or want to learn more about The Friendship shelter, contact Megan Tambio at  mtambio@friendshipshelter.org

1.“Guest Chef” Program- prepare and drop off a nutritious dinner of your choice for our homeless clients (30 people). Each night, we serve a hot dinner at both of our shelter locations in Laguna Beach – all provided by local volunteers. This is a great opportunity particularly for families, students, faith groups, etc.

 2. Sack lunches- Provide a nutritious lunch for our shelter clients! We accept up to 30 per day at each of our shelters. A typical lunch includes: a sandwich, fruit/veggies, crackers/chips/sweet treat, and a bottled water. Some volunteers prepare and deliver sack lunches on a weekly/monthly basis.  

 3. Supply drives- Help us to provide our clients with essentials like socks, shoes, toiletries, etc. If you are interested in organizing a supply drive or ordering supplies on our behalf, our Amazon Wish List can be used as a guide or to place orders directly to be delivered to our shelter. To view the Wish List, click here. If you prefer to support our programs with a direct financial donation, you may do so by visiting www.friendshipshelter.org/donate or calling our office at (949) 494-6928 ext. 1. 

 4. We are also always in need of community advocates to spread the word about homelessness solutions through housing, and how everyone in the community can help to end homelessness, one person at a time.  

If you are interested in any of these opportunities, email Megan Tambio at mtambio@friendshipshelter.org.

We have a new mentoring program that launched in the fall of 2015. It is called Bright Start and we are looking to pair a mentor with a K-6th grade student. We have 25 children that are in need of a mentor for a minimum of 1 hour per week, for one year’s time. Curriculum is provided by Every Monday Matters weekly for the mentor to work through with the student and is designed to inspire a new normal for our children as they learn how much and why they matter to themselves, the community around them, and to the world. Mentoring sessions will take place at a location convenient for the family and at a time convenient to both the mentor and child.

Time Commitment:      1-2 hours per week, for a year.

                                                      Possible times: Tuesdays through Fridays 3:30pm – 8pm and

                                                      Saturdays *

                                                      (*We do not do mentoring on Mondays or Sundays)

Retail Volunteer

31878 Del Obispo St #104

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Retail Volunteer

Kid Healthy seeks qualified volunteers to participate in active leadership on our Community Advisory Council.

Purpose: To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of KID HEALTHY so as to support the organization’s mission and needs.

*Major responsibilities of Council Leadership:

 *Members of the Council share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of KID HEALTHY. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community.

Length of term: Three years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of three consecutive terms, pending approval of the Council.

Meetings and time commitment:

Expectations of Council Members:

WISEPlace is seeking volunteers 7 days a week to assist in their SAFEPlace woman’s shelter.  Volunteer opportunities range from an Advocate Helper, Mealtime Servers & Cleanup, Activities such as arts & crafts, Laundry, Showers, and services like tax preparation, legal consulting, and haircuts/styling.  Detailed descriptions of these opportunities are attached.

About WISEPlace:  WISEPlace is part of the solution! WISEPlace has built a temporary Emergency Shelter in our gym, (we’ve dubbed it SAFEPlace), which can accommodate up to 60 women on an emergency basis. We provide our guests with 24-hour shelter, three meals a day, shower and laundry facilities, and personalized case management. It’s a huge undertaking – and with it, we are becoming a critical service provider for unaccompanied women experiencing homelessness. We are working closely with the County of Orange and City of Santa Ana and just started accepting women into the shelter as recent as this past Sunday, March 18th.

Those interested in volunteering are advised to contact WISEPlace via the following link: 

https://www.wiseplace.org/contact/ 

SAFEPlace Volunteer Opportunities

We need the following volunteers 7 days per week.

Advocate Helper:

Mealtime Servers and Cleanup (We have an outside caterer who will deliver the meals of breakfast (7-8 a.m.,) lunch (12-1 p.m.) and dinner (5:30-6:30 p.m.);

Activities:

Services:

Laundry:

Showers:

The Abrazar Inc. Community Center needs the support of ENERGETIC volunteers to assist with the USDA food .

WHEN: 2nd Tuesday of each month (Rain or Shine)

Time: 8a-4p (Largest need is in the morning hours)

Duties: Bagging and moving groceries, organizing, assisting families with their bags, and clean-up.

Your participation is this monthly event will be truely appreciated in our community.

If you are interested please contact:

Lupita Tello-Gonzalez

l.tello@abrazarinc.com

The PRIDE After-School Program is in need of long term, passionate, and energetic Homework Tutors in the Westminster/Midway City area. (Locations vary based on placement.)

Homework Tutors will assist students in grades K-6th to comprehend and finish their homework each day.

The PRIDE after-school program runs Monday-Friday between the hours of 2:00p-6:00p. Tutors are not required to attend each day. All we ask is for a commitment of at least one homework hour per week, though more is always appreciated.

Adult volunteers may need a TB test and a background check. 

If you are interested contact:

Lupita Tello-Gonzalez

l.tello@abrazarinc.com

The PRIDE After-School Program is in need of long term, passionate, and energetic Homework Tutors in the Westminster/Midway City area. (Locations vary based on placement.)

Homework Tutors will assist students in middle school to comprehend and finish their homework each day.

The PRIDE after-school program runs Monday-Friday between the hours of 2:00p-6:00p. Tutors are not required to attend each day. All we ask is for a commitment of at least one homework hour per week, though more is always appreciated.

Adult volunteers will need a TB test and a background check. 

If you are interested contact:

Lupita Tello-Gonzalez

l.tello@abrazarinc.com

Childcare Volunteer

Here at KidWorks we know that community development starts with education. Adults are often overlooked when it comes to education so we are trying to change that. Help us by providing childcare to make it possible for parents to attend our adult engagement classes. Please note: dates and times will vary and this opportunity is great for groups!

Come to KidWorks and assist the little ones in our licensed preschool facility during the school year.

We are looking for committed volunteers who can do the following:

Spending an hour or two a week with Kinder-12th graders may not seem like much but it will make all the difference in their world.

Our program is looking for 200 new volunteers to work at both our brand new centers and our headquarters for the school year.

You will support a youth by helping them with their homework and other educational needs.

You don't need any specific academic knowledge, just a desire to be a consistent presence in a child or teen's life.

The typical Thanksgiving menu usually includes the following:

Provide Thanksgiving dinner for a family. We leave it up to your creativity to add the special touches such as a decorated box if they wish.  The choice is yours.  The groceries should to be delivered to SPIN. 

Year–Round Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Tooth Fairy Learning Center: Teach children about the science of decay and bacteria, proper oral hygiene and making smart nutrition choices.

2. Community Education and Screenings: Educate the community on the importance of oral health, help hygienists with screening paperwork and refer families to dental clinics.

3. Help our school-based program! Duties include getting kids safely to and from our Smile Mobile and their classrooms, and assisting with forms and paperwork.

4. Assist front office: Data entry, pulling and filing dental records and charts.

5. Assist with grant research.

6. Research dental information, providers, products and adaptations for children with special health care needs.

7. Public Relations/Marketing opportunities!

8. Participate in 3 of our major Special Events! Festival of Children, Give Kids A Smile Day, and Leaders in Oral Health!

Additional Information and Requirements:

*No chair side shadowing opportunities available at this time.

*Business casual attire for volunteers. No jeans, shorts, flip flops, tank tops, or strapless tops allowed.

*Must show proof of TB test within the last year

*Bilingual a plus!

Position Overview and Impact: The latest statistics state that one in five adults in the United States can not read and write well enough to manage day to day reading and writing tasks such as filling out a permission slip from their child’s school, or read the directions on a medicine bottle. Help break the cycle of illiteracy by becoming a volunteer tutor in the Adult Literacy Program.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Training and Support Provided:   Prior to tutoring, volunteers will complete a 12-hour tutor training workshop offered throughout the year. All tutors are expected to obtain a library card and to encourage their students to get one also. An orientation to the library will be given by a staff person, covering the various resources in the library. Tutors will be notified of any in-service workshops that would supplement their tutoring skills.

Benefits of Being a Literacy Volunteer:

Time Commitment:  The Reading Lab on the second floor, is open for tutoring the same hours as the library. Tutoring days and times are mutually agreed upon by the tutor and the student, but a minimum of 2 hours a week are encouraged. Tutoring can be worked around vacations and extended leaves.

Length of Commitment:  Six months is requested, but tutors may volunteer as long as they would like provided they remain a volunteer in good standing.

Requirements:   All Literacy volunteers are required to be drug screened and fingerprinted before they can tutor at the Orange Public Library. This process is paid for by the City of Orange. City policy prohibits the library from accepting court-referred volunteers.

Because speech therapy can be repetitive, often times speech therapists find keeping a child's attention to be challenging.  Fortunately, with the development of new technologies, speech therapy can be both extremely productive and fun with the utilization of iPads.  Not to mention, parents can facilitate therapy at home with the availability of so many inexpensive apps.

As a leader of excellence, Providence Speech and Hearing Center is committed to offering life-changing treatment and cutting-edge technology and is currently in need of Apple Gift cards in order to purchase iPads for speech therapists as well as apps to be used in therapy for patients.

To see the complete Wish List, please visit: http://pshc.org/ways-to-help/wish-list.html

Thank you for helping us to Enrich Life Through the Gifts of Speech and Hearing!

Because speech therapy can be repetitive, speech therapists find keeping a child's attention to be challenging.  Fortunately, with the use of toys speech and Occupational therapy can be both extremely productive and fun.  Not to mention, parents can facilitate therapy at home by with their own toys.

 To see the complete Wish List, please visit: http://pshc.org/ways-to-help/wish-list.html

 Thank you for helping us to Enrich Life Through the Gifts of Speech and Hearing!

Providence Speech and Hearing Center's Preschool, ranked #1 in Orange, needs the following supplies:

To see the complete Wish List, please visit: http://pshc.org/ways-to-help/wish-list.html

Thank you for helping us to Enrich Life Through the Gifts of Speech and Hearing!

Because speech therapy can be repetitive, speech therapists find keeping a child's attention to be challenging.  Fortunately, with the use of games speech therapy can be both extremely productive and fun.  Not to mention, parents can facilitate therapy at home by with their own games.

To see the complete Wish List, please visit: http://pshc.org/ways-to-help/wish-list.html

Some Wish List Items:

 Thank you for helping us to Enrich Life Through the Gifts of Speech and Hearing!

Thomas House has three major events every year: Run4HomelessChildren, Golf Event, and the Autumn Reflections Gala. We need organized and flexible people to help plan and execute these events. 

We are currently looking for individuals to volunteer on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9AM-1PM at our Walk-in-Center in Ontario.

Duties would incldude: assisting staff in handing out food, clothing, hygiene items, etc.

We are currently looking for volunteers to organize a BBQ or a holiday dinner for the residents living in our transitional shelters.  This is an opportunity for volunteers to interact with our clients and also an opportunity for our residents to work on their social skills (15 Volunteers Max). 

BBQ’s typically take place on the weekends, so that the majority of the resident’s can attend. 

We have three shelters in Santa Ana (Regina House for women & children – 7 moms & their children, Joseph House – 20 single men & Emmanuel House – 21 single adults living with HIV/AIDS).  BBQ’s and Holiday parties typically have about 10-15 residents in attendance due to work schedules and school.

We are also looking for volunteers to organize holiday parties for the clients at our Wakeland Properties (8 Volunteers Max).

Host a back-pack drive and collect school supplies, backpacks, stationary, etc. Plan a day to fill the back-packs and deliver them to the children during their tutoring hour!

We like to do shelter cleanings of all of our shelters every 6 months & before our Holiday dinners (15 volunteers max).

Duties include: Painting, Yard Maintenance, and Construction type work on an as needed basis.

Help welcome a resident/family into our Transitional Shelter with a move in basket.

*Create a laundry basket filled with sheets, pillows, cleaning supplies, and household items!

Recognize  the accomplishments of one of our residents once they have graduated from the program by providing them with a parting gift through donations from the community. 

*Collect and put together a parting gift ranging from $25-50.  Gifts idea: gift basket with cleaning supplies, laundry basket with laundry supplies, gift certificates to grocery stores, decorative items for their new homes, etc.

We are looking for Volunteers who can assemble hygiene kits that will be passed out at our Cold Weather Shelters and Emergency Walk-in Center for individuals who are living on the streets or who are low income. 

Volunteers need to collect the supplies and can make up to 1000 hygiene kits that will be used at both our Cold Weather Emergency Shelters and Ontario Walk-in Center.  This will last our centers at least 3-6 months.  

The sack (Brown Lunch Bag Type or zip lock) can consists of a variety of items, such as, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, comb, socks, lip balm, baby wipes, etc.   

Mercy House is looking for Life Skills Facilitators to provide clients with skills that can enrich their lives.  For example, a person with knowledge or expertise on nutrition and health, financial planning, resume building, job searching, networking, scrapbooking, etc. can share tips/strategies with our clients.

Life Skills classes take place on Tuesday andThursday evenings from 7:00-8:00PM in the living room of our shelters.

Volunteers are responsible for creating a curriculum and teach class once per month.  Classes can include handouts, small groupdiscussions, video presentations, guest speakers, powerpoint presentations, etc.

We are currently in needof:

*All Life-Skills classes have been booked, we will need Educators beginning in March.

A critical position! Volunteers serve as the first point of contact for families and individuals looking for assistance, by staffing the phones and our front desk. Good communication skills, a strong desire to help others, and excellent judgment are required.

Bilingual Office Volunteers are especially needed to help translate for clients (most needed languages: Spanish and Farsi).

This position requires 10 hours of training and a minimum six month commitment. Volunteers work two to three hour shifts once a week.

Through our food pantry, Families Forward feeds over 100 families every week! WE MAKE HOSTING A FOOD DRIVE EASY! We will provide you with AND deliver/ pick up barrels for food collection, provide signage and lists of most needed food items for you to hand out or e-mail to those willing to give. All you need to do is select a time period (we suggest about a week) and then contact us to schedule your food drive. EASY!

Did you know that all 28 of Families Forward's transitional homes are fully furnished by donations from our local community?  We gladly accept the following new items: Linens, kitchen towels, cooking tools and utensils, dining utensils, bath towels, cleaning equipment, cleaning products, and toys. We also accept toiletries, telephones, gently used baby equipment (car-seats, high chairs, cribs, changing tables), and small appliances (toasters, small table-top microwaves). All donations must be clean and in good working condition.

We also accept furniture items that are clean and gently used with no rips or holes. These furniture items are for immediate use in our homes and must be in good condition. Because of limited storage space, we cannot accept everything. Acceptable furniture donations may include:

Appliances must be no more than 5 years old and in working order. They may include washers, dryers (gas only), and ovens. We do not accept King size mattresses or bed frames, sleeper sofas, or dishwashers.

Local businesses graciously donate fresh bread, produce, and other food items to provide Families Forward clients with nutritious meals. Families Forward is looking for cheerful volunteers pick up this food from the businesses and bring it to our food pantry on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Some pick up schedules are on a regular basis while others are on-demand basis depending on the type of donation. We rely greatly on our volunteers and this food pick-up makes a direct impact on the families that we serve!

The Thomas House apartments always need refurbishing. The following projects were made for our corporate partners. Team building and service go hand in hand!

If event is on a Saturday, we will provide childcare and activities for all of our residents' children as well as volunteers' children! We support getting the whole family involved in our community service projects. 

Thomas House is in need of canned food! Peanut butter, tuna and canned corn are our fastest going food items for our families.

Teach the children to learn piano and guitar

*One instructor per 5 children max with one volunteer/intern supervise/children’s program coordinator

Art Program

Art classes (painting, abstract art, collages, etc.)

*one instructor per 10-12 children with one Thomas house staff supervise (Children’s Program Coordinator)

Teach younger children learn to type and get familiar to using computer for academic purposes

Teach Middle and High School kids to learn how to use the following software:

                Word document

                PowerPoint

                Excel

                Google Document (upload, edit, share, etc.)

*One instructor per 4 children max with one volunteer/intern supervise/children’s program coordinator

Most Needed Items:

Thomas House offers an engaging opportunity for volunteers called Serving Supper. On Thursday nights our parents attend a mandatory life skills class. They get home from work and often do not have the time to prepare dinner for their families before they have to go to the class. We ask different groups of volunteers come with food for the shelter and arts and crafts or activities for the children on Thursday nights. It is family friendly, kids of all ages are welcome to attend with their parents.  

We are looking for groups of people (businesses, churches, youth groups, etc.) to plan a dinner for our kids and their parents! Pot lucks are most welcome and we also have a BBQ! Dinner should serve about 50-60 people.

Bring the whole family for this fun and interactive evening!

The Villa could use the following as an ongoing need for our women

Toothbrushes

Toothpaste

Pads, Tampons

Bras, Underwear

Deodorant

Shampoo, Conditioner