Opportunities From: Better Angels' Volunteer Hub

Our partners at the Whittier LGBTQ Center provide showers, laundry, case management, free clothing, and care to the community every Monday-Friday.  And every Thursday, our partner, Operation Healthy Hearts, provides groceries and hygiene supplies.   
But there are more needs in this area, so we invite service providers and vendors to come alongside us to provide a warm, nutritious meal, immediate healthcare, connection to many other benefits and resources!

Together: We'll be providing a warm meal, resources, and entertainment for our unhoused neighbors by partnering with local service vendors. Your presence and volunteering will help create a welcoming, supportive, and safer environment for our community.

Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will get some urgent needs met and enjoy community, while connecting to resources.  When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of people living outside, our entire community benefits. 

Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. You may be working outside, so wear a jacket, hat, and/or sunscreen.   Wear closed-toe shoes, and leave your jewelry and any bags at home.   If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!

Tools: We will provide any necessary supplies and tools.

Age: All ages are welcome. Teams with members younger than 14 will serve with their parent/ guardian.

What We Will Do

List of volunteer roles: We work with you to ensure that you'll have a role you enjoy.  And, you'll never be alone!

Make a Real Difference This Week Join Food on Foot to Sort Thousands of Donated Clothing Items for Our Neighbors Opportunity Alert:

Support Food on Foot with Clothing Sorting in Bell CA Our partners at Food on Foot could really use a few extra hands this week. They are sorting a large clothing donation at the Shelter Partnership warehouse in Bell CA and are looking for volunteers who can help open boxes identify what is inside and label items for distribution. It is simple work that makes a big impact for our neighbors:)

Food on Foot Clothing Donation Sorting Thursday December 18th 9 AM to 12 PM Address 5400 Rickenbacker Road Bell CA 90201 Parking Free parking available on site. Dress This is a warehouse environment. Please dress comfortably. Closed toe shoes are required. On Site Contact Randi Wyatt Director of Community Services Email randi@foodonfoot.org Phone or text 661 313 9002 Waiver All volunteers will complete a simple waiver upon arrival. If you would like a copy ahead of time, email randi@foodonfoot.org. All supplies such as scissors box cutters tape pens and markers will be provided.

If you are free and want to support a partner doing incredible work in Los Angeles this is a great way to help. Thank you for spreading the word and for everything you do to strengthen our community:)

Together, We'll provide a warm meal and resources to our unhoused neighbors by partnering with local service vendors and our co-host, Hollywood Adventist Church. Your presence and volunteering will help create a welcoming, supportive, and safer environment for our community.

Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will get some urgent needs met, which everyone deserves.  And - all can connect with local benefits, resources, and services and enjoy the community!  
Hollywood Adventist Church regularly offers showers and clothing & and shoes in its boutique, through its Compassion Connection program.  At this monthly event, we invite additional service providers to bring resources for their guests to access at this location as they expand services and operations. When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of people living outside, our entire community benefits. 

We are pleased to support our Hollywood neighbors every 4th Tuesday.  You can read a story of a recent event here > 

Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!

Tools: We will provide any necessary supplies, tools, and gloves if you need them. 

Age: All ages are welcome. Teams with members younger than 14 will participate with their parent/ guardian.

What We Will Do

List of volunteer roles: You can select a preferred role, based on the shift time you select for the event.  We'll work with you to identify a task you can do and will enjoy!

Role Overview:

As a Volunteer Graphic Designer, you will play a pivotal role in guiding and overseeing the design aspects of our projects. You will collaborate closely with the Operations Manager to create compelling visual content that aligns with our organization's mission and values. This role offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your design skills, create a visual story, and make a meaningful impact through your creative contributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Time Commitment:

Benefits:

Role Overview:

With hundreds of volunteers around L.A., our team has a solid process and working system to attract and recruit volunteers. And, as we scale to end our crisis of homelessness, we need thousands more engaged volunteers. Our Volunteer Recruiters play a pivotal role in driving the mission of Better Angels forward by identifying, engaging, and recruiting dedicated individuals to support our efforts in combating homelessness. This role requires dynamic individuals who enjoy building relationships with other caring neighbors and are passionate about filling open roles. Our Volunteer Recruiters work closely with the Sr. Operations Manager to ensure that our volunteer base is diverse (in every dimension), enthusiastic, and aligned with our mission.

Recruitment Strategy Development:

Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract volunteers from various backgrounds.

Identify and leverage different channels for volunteer recruitment, including social media, community events, and partnerships with local organizations.

Volunteer Recruitment:

Create compelling and accurate descriptions for volunteer roles and opportunities.

Screen and interview potential volunteers to ensure a good fit for each need.

Outreach and Engagement:

Conduct outreach activities to engage potential volunteers and raise awareness about the organization’s mission.

Attend community events, job fairs, and networking functions to represent Better Angels and promote volunteer opportunities.

Helpful Experience and Desired Skills

Experience in recruitment, community outreach, or a related field is preferred.

Strong passion for addressing homelessness and a commitment to social justice.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of people.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with volunteer management systems or volunteer management software is a plus.

Why you’ll love this:

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of many unhoused Angelenos.

Use (and develop!) valuable skills in recruitment, community engagement, and nonprofit management.

Work with a passionate and dedicated team committed to social change.

Ready?  Sign up today and we'll schedule a short online meeting to talk about how you can start. 

Our partners at the Whittier LGBTQ Center provide showers, laundry, case management, free clothing, and care to the community every Monday-Friday.  And every Thursday, our partner, Operation Healthy Hearts, provides groceries and hygiene supplies.   
But there are more needs in this area, so we invite service providers and vendors to come alongside us to provide a warm, nutritious meal, immediate healthcare, connection to many other benefits and resources!

Together: We'll be providing a warm meal, resources, and entertainment for our unhoused neighbors by partnering with local service vendors. Your presence and volunteering will help create a welcoming, supportive, and safer environment for our community.

Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will get some urgent needs met and enjoy community, while connecting to resources.  When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of people living outside, our entire community benefits. 

Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. You may be working outside, so wear a jacket, hat, and/or sunscreen.   Wear closed-toe shoes, and leave your jewelry and any bags at home.   If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!

Tools: We will provide any necessary supplies and tools.

Age: All ages are welcome. Teams with members younger than 14 will serve with their parent/ guardian.

What We Will Do

List of volunteer roles: We work with you to ensure that you'll have a role you enjoy.  And, you'll never be alone!

Together, We'll provide a prepared warm, delicious meal, contribute to community activities, and provide resources to our unhoused neighbors by partnering with Hope the Mission. They are a local & known service provider in the Valley and we are proud to co-host at one of their Navigation Centers in North Hollywood. Your presence and volunteering will help create a welcoming, supportive, and safer environment for our community.

Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will get some urgent needs met, which everyone deserves. When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of people living outside, our entire community benefits.  And all can connect with local benefits, resources, and services and enjoy the community!  

Hope the Mission Navigation Help Center are working on creating a dedicated event to serve their community in need.  At this monthly event, the team invites additional service providers to bring resources for their guests to access at this location as they expand services and operations.

Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!

Tools: We will provide any necessary supplies, tools, and gloves if you need them. 

Age: All ages are welcome. Teams with members younger than 14 will participate with their parent/ guardian.

What We Will Do

List of volunteer roles: You can select a preferred role, based on the shift time you select for the event.  We'll work with you to identify a task you can do and will enjoy!

Together, We'll provide a warm meal and resources to our unhoused neighbors by partnering with local service vendors and our co-host, Hollywood Adventist Church. Your presence and volunteering will help create a welcoming, supportive, and safer environment for our community.

Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will get some urgent needs met, which everyone deserves.  And - all can connect with local benefits, resources, and services and enjoy the community!  
Hollywood Adventist Church regularly offers showers and clothing & and shoes in its boutique, through its Compassion Connection program.  At this monthly event, we invite additional service providers to bring resources for their guests to access at this location as they expand services and operations. When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of people living outside, our entire community benefits. 

We are pleased to support our Hollywood neighbors every 4th Tuesday.  You can read a story of a recent event here > 

Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!

Tools: We will provide any necessary supplies, tools, and gloves if you need them. 

Age: All ages are welcome. Teams with members younger than 14 will participate with their parent/ guardian.

What We Will Do

List of volunteer roles: You can select a preferred role, based on the shift time you select for the event.  We'll work with you to identify a task you can do and will enjoy!

Do you have neat handwriting and a love for thoughtful details? Better Angels is partnering with Food on Foot to find volunteers who can help us show gratitude to the incredible donors who make this work possible. Every week, Food on Foot serves hundreds of unhoused and low-income individuals in Hollywood — and it’s the kindness of donors that keeps this mission alive. Now we need helping hands to add a personal touch through handwritten envelopes.

This opportunity is simple but powerful. We’re looking for volunteers with good penmanship to help address envelopes for thank-you letters sent to our generous donors. Your role helps ensure each note feels warm, sincere, and personal, just like the work Food on Foot does every Sunday. It’s an easy way to contribute to a bigger cause, all from the comfort of your home or in a quiet group setting.

Hand-addressed envelopes go a long way in making people feel seen and appreciated. Your care and attention will help deepen the relationships we’ve built with supporters and remind them how valued they truly are. It’s the small things that make a big difference — and you’ll be part of making sure those small touches never go unnoticed.

This is a great opportunity for anyone who loves writing by hand, enjoys quiet tasks, and wants to support a nonprofit that leads with heart. Whether you can help for one day or regularly, your time and talent will be genuinely appreciated. No formal experience is needed — just your neat handwriting and a willingness to help.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a simple but thoughtful way, we’d love to have you as part of our team. Join us in spreading gratitude, one envelope at a time! We hope to see you soon:)

Do you have a passion for photography or videography and a heart for storytelling? Better Angels is partnering with Food on Foot to find creative volunteers who want to use their lens to make a real difference.

Every Sunday in Hollywood, Food on Foot serves over 250 unhoused and low-income individuals — not just with meals, but with dignity, hope, and human connection. Now we need talented storytellers like you to help bring that mission to life through powerful visuals.

Capturing the heart of Food on Foot’s work is about more than snapping photos. It’s about sharing the resilience, joy, and transformation happening every week at our Sunday serving events. From the warm meals and donated clothing to the smiles and gratitude of the community, your camera can help tell stories that inspire others to get involved, whether as volunteers, supporters, or donors.

We’re looking for photographers and videographers who are eager to show up on Sunday mornings and document the beauty in service. You’ll be welcomed into a kind, passionate, and purpose-driven community that believes in showing up for others. Whether you’re experienced or just love capturing meaningful moments, your creative eye will help amplify our mission in ways words never could.

This is a perfect opportunity to build your portfolio while using your art to create change. Your work will be used to spread awareness, strengthen outreach, and grow a movement of compassion and community in Los Angeles. You'll be telling stories that matter — and you'll leave each Sunday inspired by the people you’ve met and the impact you’ve helped create.

If you believe in the power of storytelling and want to use your skills to shine a light on the good happening in our city, we’d love to have you join us. Come be a part of something beautiful, behind the lens!

What you'll do:
You'll work with our team to verify shelter data, identifying gaps, and understanding the landscape of shelter supply and demand in Los Angeles.

Why this work matters:
This foundational work supports future tools that will make it easier for unhoused individuals to access the resources they need safely and quickly.

If you care about systems change, community impact, and using research to drive progress, this is a powerful way to get involved

Tools Needed:
This is flexible, at-home work, using your own computer, Internet access, and telephone. 

Residential care homes supporting vulnerable Angelenos often lack access to volunteers and community resources. Meanwhile, many people want to help but don’t know where to start. This role connects the dots—helping care homes tap into local support that enhances residents’ lives and builds a stronger, more inclusive Los Angeles.

As Project Manager for the Connected Communities Initiative, you’ll lead the planning and execution of efforts that activate partnerships across LARCA’s network. You’ll set clear, achievable goals, coordinate events, develop tools, and connect the right people to the right opportunities—all to drive economic justice and community resilience.

* Community Engagement: Plan events that spark connection.
* Project Management: Lead collaborative, impact-driven initiatives.
* Resource Development: Build materials to support lasting engagement.
* Tracking & Impact: Use data to drive continuous improvement.
* Collaboration: Partner with leadership and stakeholders to align efforts.

Food on Foot is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit that has changed lives since 1996 by providing nutritious meals, housing, life-skills training, and full-time employment opportunities to unhoused and low-income individuals. Through our consistent weekly programs and career-focused support, Food on Foot empowers people to regain independence and dignity.

We're currently gearing up for the Annual Gala in July 2025 and we're looking for dedicated volunteers to support our outreach and planning efforts--especially for the Silent Auction!

Volunteer Roles include:

-Reaching out to local businesses for silent auction item donations.

-Sending thank-you letters and emails to generous donors.

-Helping with light planning and coordination tasks (most can be done remotely!)

-Supporting a mission that directly changes lives.

Why Volunteer with Food on Foot?

-Be part of a mission that's curing homelessness through empowerment and employment 

-Gain valuable experience in event planning, community outreach, and nonprofit development.

-Flexibility-- you can contribute from anywhere, on your own schedule.

-Know that your time and energy are helping to rebuild lives

Whether you are a student a professional or someone who just wants to make a difference! This is your chance to give back in a meaningful way!

Join the team and help us create a beautiful, impactful gala that celebrates transformation and hope.

Be the reason Resource Days run beautifully

Help organize welcoming, high-impact volunteer events that bring connection, healthcare, clothing, and community to unhoused Angelenos.

Better Angels Resource Days are a frontline response to homelessness, not just through services, but through hospitality, dignity, and human connection. As a Volunteer Project Manager, you’ll help create spaces where unhoused neighbors feel seen, where volunteers feel purposeful, and where systems of care become more personal. Your leadership ensures that every Resource Day is not just efficient — it’s compassionate, respectful, and deeply human.

As a Volunteer Project Manager, you’ll make sure our monthly Resource Days are smooth, intentional, and impactful for both guests and volunteers. You’ll lead on-the-ground coordination and ensure everyone feels supported, prepared, and valued. Specifically, you’ll:

Help plan and manage logistics for monthly Resource Days in collaboration with Service Pillar staff and site leads

Greet and guide volunteers, assign roles, and support a positive, productive flow throughout the day

Track volunteer participation, gather feedback, and keep the engagement team informed

Collaborate with Tiffany Pegula (Volunteer Engagement Specialist) and other pillar leads to align on goals and volunteer experience

You don’t need formal project management experience, but you do need heart, structure, and leadership instincts. This role is a great fit if you are:

Community-driven and passionate about equity and access

Organized, communicative, and confident leading groups

Calm under pressure and able to pivot with grace

Committed to attending at least one Resource Day per month

Interested in growing your leadership through real-world service

This is hands-on, high-trust work, and you’ll grow as a leader while building a better Los Angeles.

Real experience in volunteer coordination, team leadership, and event planning

A close-up view of how Better Angels supports our unhoused neighbors

Collaboration opportunities across Better Angels’ other pillars

Recognition through social media shoutouts and volunteer mixers

The chance to see your work made visible with human-scale impact

Approx. 5–10 hours/month, including one in-person Resource Day and check-ins as needed.

Various Resource Day sites across Los Angeles County; some remote prep.

See the schedule here >