Purchase Native Plants Support the Bolsa Chica Conservancy
ALL SUMMER LONG! Bring the beauty of Bolsa Chica to your home and support local ecosystems at the same time! Want to purchase some native plants? The Bolsa Chica Conservancy periodically hosts native plant sales, so check back regularly. Native plants are widely diverse and a great addition to any growing space! In southern California, where residents contend with long, dry summers, and short, unpredictably wet winters, adding native, drought-tolerant plants is a great way to add some color to your home while also saving money! https://bolsachica.org/native-plants-at-home/
Take Climate Action Now with California Climate Action Corp
ALL SUMMER LONG! You can take immediate action to be a part of the climate solution. Planting trees, hacking your thermostat, and composting food waste are just a few examples of how you can make a difference from home today. By signing up, you are pledging to take action as part of the California Climate Action Corps. They will email you a list of 10 ways to take action on climate change from home. They will also keep you in the loop as new climate volunteer opportunities roll out over the next few months. When we work together, small daily actions can add up to powerful, collective impact -- join and be a part of the solution!
Help Save Our Environment and Donate to Support the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
ALL SUMMER LONG! The Conservancy helps preserve plants, animals and natural habitats all over the Peninsula. By joining the Conservancy today, you will be welcomed into a family of dedicated individuals committed to saving open spaces on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. There are many ways to make a donation.
Volunteer to be an Onshore Volunteer for the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
ALL SUMMER LONG! Onshore Volunteers are an essential part of ensuring funding for Sea Shepherd campaigns and carrying Sea Shepherd’s mission to the general public. Their campaign leaders, directors and other staff cannot be everywhere at once, so their OSVs help bring Sea Shepherd’s important message to as many corners of North America as they can. The OSVs arrange participation in events, help to manage and transport our merchandise and informational materials, and interact with the public. Without funding and public awareness, Sea Shepherd cannot do the work that we do. We are wholly funded by donations, not corporate sponsors or political interest groups. Our vested interest is in the welfare and preservation of ocean wildlife. There is no other group or movement like Sea Shepherd, and our OSVs must reflect that uniqueness in the effort that they put into our Onshore Volunteer program.
Hop Aboard and Volunteer to be a Crew Member on One of Sea Shepherd’s Vessels
ALL SUMMER LONG! We are looking for navigators, sailors, engineers, electricians, carpenters, welders, cooks, medics or nurses, small boat operators, photographers, videographers, electronics technicians, radio and antenna technicians, and even a few unskilled but dedicated Ocean Defenders
Become a Member of Friends of the LA River
ALL SUMMER LONG! When you become a member of Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR), you help us better fulfill our goal to build capacity for students, communities, and future environmental leaders to advocate for a naturally climate-adapted LA River. Your membership provides crucial support for equitable climate resilience and healthy ecosystems on the LA River. Becoming a member has the added benefits of accessing member-only items and events.
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. Whether you’re a horse lover, passionate about helping children, or simply want to help us out, we’ve got you covered! Some important tasks we need your help with include: Side walking/spotting during lessons, Leading horses during lessons,. Grooming horses, Cleaning stalls, Landscaping/gardening, General ranch work, Assisting with office work. Waiver will need to be signed. Ages 12 and over welcome.
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. We are looking for Volunteers to help at our new location with landscaping, watering, planting, and weed clearance. Waiver will need to be signed. Ages 12 and over welcome.
Join Friends of the LA River for Habitat Restoration Day
Join Friends of the LA River, California Native Plant Society, and San Fernando Valley Audubon for a morning of invasive plant removal and bird walks in the Sepulveda Basin!
Help Restore our Urban Trees in Inglewood
TreePeople inspires and supports the people of Southern California to come together to plant and care for trees, harvest the rain, and renew depleted landscapes. Through our unique model, we listen to, equip, and train volunteers to green our urban spaces and mountains. TreePeople has activated millions of people in planting and caring for millions of trees. Come join TreePeople's community forestry team and help restore our urban trees in Inglewood! Caring for trees that have already been planted increases shade, rainwater capture, cleanses water draining to the ocean, bolsters air quality, and mitigates the impact of climate change for Los Angeles County. Volunteers 15+ with adult are welcomed.
Restore and Maintain the Bolsa Chica Wetlands with Bolsa Chica Conservancy
Want to help the community and your local environment, and have fun doing it? Then join the Public Volunteer Service Day with the Bolsa Chica Conservancy! At this event, participants have the opportunity to help restore and maintain the Bolsa Chica Wetlands! Participants will help this local treasure with invasive plant removal, debris disposal, and/or native plant installation. Public Service Days are held on the Second Sunday and Last Saturday of every month, and run from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Please come in closed-toe shoes, as you will be working in off-road terrain! Come prepared with sun protection with a water bottle, sun glasses, sun screen, and/or a hat! They recommend arriving 10 - 15 minutes early to secure parking. To that end, they also encourage carpooling whenever possible! If you have any questions, please contact them via phone at (714) 846 - 1114 or via email at kenny@bolsachica.org.
Explore the Outdoors with a Volunteer Day at Agua Amarga Reserve
Help remove invasive weeds and care for a community restoration site to benefit wildlife. Students can receive community service hours.
Practice Urban Gardening with Growing Hope Gardens
Join CORE as they partner with Growing Hope Gardens! Meet at their work hub and either be dispatched with their garden maintenance team or work at tending the compost and land at the hub. Please bring your own water bottle and garden gloves. Sign up directly on their website!
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. Whether you’re a horse lover, passionate about helping children, or simply want to help us out, we’ve got you covered! Some important tasks we need your help with include: Side walking/spotting during lessons, Leading horses during lessons,. Grooming horses, Cleaning stalls, Landscaping/gardening, General ranch work, Assisting with office work. Waiver will need to be signed. Ages 12 and over welcome.
Explore the Outdoors with a Volunteer Day at White Point Nature Preserve
Help care for the gardens at White Point Nature Preserve by planting native shrubs, removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more!
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. We are looking for Volunteers to help at our new location with landscaping, watering, planting, and weed clearance. Waiver will need to be signed.
Practice Urban Gardening with Growing Hope Gardens
Join CORE as they partner with Growing Hope Gardens! Meet at their work hub and either be dispatched with their garden maintenance team or work at tending the compost and land at the hub. Please bring your own water bottle and garden gloves. Sign up directly on their website!
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. We are looking for Volunteers to help at our new location with landscaping, watering, planting, and weed clearance. Waiver will need to be signed. Ages 12 and over welcome.
Urban Farming at Mudtown Farms
Join CORE for community gardening at Mudtown Farms, an impressive urban garden in the Watts community. Mudtown Farms works to cultivate food and sustainable gardens through regenerative agriculture. Sign up directly on their website under the volunteer tab!
Help With Leading Horses during Lessons And Maintenance Around the Ranch
AHEAD With Horses is devoted to improving the quality of life of disabled, disadvantaged, and special needs children through equine therapy using vaulting also known as gymnastics on a horse. Whether it’s seeing a smile from an otherwise “non-responsive” child, or watching someone taking their first steps, the hundreds of children we serve each year regularly hit major physical, mental, and emotional milestones—gifts that last a lifetime. Whether you’re a horse lover, passionate about helping children, or simply want to help us out, we’ve got you covered! Some important tasks we need your help with include: Side walking/spotting during lessons, Leading horses during lessons,. Grooming horses, Cleaning stalls, Landscaping/gardening, General ranch work, Assisting with office work. Waiver will need to be signed. Ages 12 and over welcome.
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Donate to Big Sunday’s Back to School Drive
Big Sunday,
nicolo@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
ALL SUMMER LONG! Help send kids back to school in style by donating to Big Sunday's Back to School registry! This year, we've made it faster, easier, and more cost-effective by creating our own registry. Our goal is to fill over 4,000 backpacks, each containing one of the items listed on our registry. Purchase as many items as you like, and use our handy registry to contribute. Together, we can ensure students start their school year equipped and ready for success. Let's make a difference this summer!