Support a wide variety of museum teams. Work directly with our natural and cultural collections; organize artifacts, care for live animal ambassadors, prepare specimens, and so much more. Opportunities are dependent on project needs and availability.
Engage with visitors in the museum’s galleries. Share museum research and stories using our award-winning exhibits and touchable objects. Opportunities to join regular shifts are available most days of the week.
Become an Adoption Counselor to find FURever homes for our kitties. Spread the word about the Sanctuary to new volunteers. Prepare cats and supplies for adoption events, and help with cat transportation to events and appointments.
As a foster parent you provide a temporary home for an APR pup until they are adopted. This could be as short as a few weeks, a few months or longer. During that time a foster will do all the things a dog owner would do such as taking them to vet appointments, working on…
Volunteers assist with dog transportation, adoption events, special events, community outreach/education. Whether you can give 3 hours a day or 3 hours a month, we’re always ready to welcome a new team member to the crew.
Gallery Volunteers serve as stewards of LA Plaza’s mission within exhibitions and create a welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all backgrounds. Gallery Volunteers provide in-gallery support by conversing with visitors about museum content and related history; answering visitor questions about permanent and temporary exhibitions; helping visitors navigate the museum; monitoring galleries for safety; administering surveys;…
There are many opportunities for out of state volunteers, such as handing out brochures, organizing outreach events, setting up information tables, participating in protests, holding vigils and coordinating letter writing campaigns. Many projects can be done from the comfort of your own home or office. LCA will help with materials and instructions. Please let us…
Becoming a docent requires significant time commitment and training. Training takes place on an as-need basis, and we accept only a few applicants for each class. No prior knowledge is required and there is no cost to participate. Training typically takes place over six Saturdays, and includes both in-class and “on the street” training. Chosen…
This program is open to young adults (20-39) who would like to be involved in leadership development, networking and group volunteer opportunities throughout the agency. Events take place regularly during the year.
Located in the Valley, West Hollywood, Mid-Wilshire, West Los Angeles, and Venice. Volunteers assist with activities, help to teach classes, or become case aides and meet with clients to complete paperwork and provide emotional support.