AAF Rose Bowl Aquatics Center –
H20 Summer Fun Day Camp
360 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 397-4980
Contact: Ruth Porter
E-Mail: h2ocamprosebowlaquatics.com
Web Site: www.rosebowlaquatics.com
Ages: 6-15, Co-ed
The AAF Rose Bowl Aquatic Center specializes in a full range of aquatic
fitness, instruction competitive and recreational activities including swim
and dive lessons, team training, summer camps, water aerobics, senior and
family swim.

Ahead With Horses
9311 Del Arroyo Drive, Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 767-6373
Contact: Jennifer
Ages: 12-13 w/parents, 14+, Co-ed
Assists with lessons for special needs children 10 and under and with horse
grooming. No specific horse experience necessary. Orientation classes on
Saturday at 9:00 with parents present.

AIDS Service Center
1030 5. Arroyo Pkwy., Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 441-8495
Contact: Denise
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Student volunteers have loved working here, tutoring kids in AIDS families,
delivering food to patients, or helping in the office. (For tutoring, call Jeri
Sinei, ext. 167)

Alex Theatre
216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA 91203-2610
(818) 243-7700 ext. 214
Contact: Ron Ackland
E-Mail: Ron@AlexTheatre.org
Web Site: www.AlexTheatre.org
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Students usher at performances and may also help with clerical needs of
the theatre if they wish

Almansor Center
1955 Fremont Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 282-6194 or (323) 257-3006
Contact: Dr. Al Hemandez
The Almansor Center, a private, Special Education day school for students
with learning, emotional and/or behavior problems. Serves infants,
preschoolers, school-age, and adult clients.

Altadena Family Center @ Sacred Heart Church
2879 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 791-0508 or (626) 794-2026
Contact: Maggie Benitez
Ages: Junior High and up, Co-ed
Volunteers are needed to assist in arts program, reading, language
development, and tutoring. Opportunities for volunteers with elementary
Spanish skills.

Altadena Public Library
600 East Mariposa Street, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-0833
Contact: Jacqueline Freeman
Ages: High School, Co-ed

American Cancer Society
50 N. Hill Avenue, Suite 200, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 795-7774 or (800) ACS-2345
Contact: Cancer Control Department
E-Mail: lmanley@cancer.org
Web Site: www.cancer.org
Ages: 15+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist as health fair representatives & office assistants doing
computer entry. Communication & organizational skills helpful plus must be
responsible and professional. Minimum of 2 hrs./week. Mon-Fri 9 to 5.

American Cancer Society - East San Gabriel Valley Unit
339 E. Rowland Ave., Covina, CA
(626) 966-9994
Contact: Sherryce Robinson
Ages: Middle and High School, Co-ed
Nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to
eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Need volunteers for office
support and transportation services.

American Friends Service Committee
980 Fair Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 791-1978
Contact: Lynn Brusseau
Ages: 16 and up, Co-ed
Program offers service-oriented, intergenerational projects for volunteers
with strong arms, open hearts & minds, an understanding of social justice
& a desire to gain a greater awareness of our environment.

American Red Cross –
Pasadena Area Service Center
430 Madeline Drive, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 799-0841
Contact: Maria N. Nazario
Ages: all ages, Co-ed
Human Services Organization providing Disaster Relief,
Emergency Communications to the military and their families and veteran
services; leader in First Aid and CPR training; AIDS education; providing
volunteer opportunities in all these areas.

Arboretum of LA County
301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-3207
Contact: Sandy Snider
Ages: 16 and up, Co-ed
Junior volunteers do outdoor gardening and conduct docent tours of train
station and tropical garden. Some clerical work.
Volunteer opportunity in summer only with minimum 10 hour
commitment.

Armory Center for the Arts
145 N. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 792-5101 ext. 140
Contact: Sophia Bicos or Mandis Razavi
Ages: 3-16, Co-ed
Volunteers assist art instructors & administrators with art classes & work
with children, peers & adults. Art background preferred. Hours available
after school and summers from June - August. Min. 2 hour time
commitment.

Autry Museum of Western Heritage
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA
Contact: Cara Lea
Web Site: www.autrymuseum.org
Need volunteer docents who are enthusiastic about teaching children
Western American history.

Basketball and Books
Wilson Middle School 300 Madre Street, Pasadena, CA
(818) 558-6896
Contact: Paige Heaphy
Ages: 15 and up, Co-ed
Students help with academic activities on Saturday mornings, creative arts
and sports after lunch. Summer program will continue until the end of July
and will include field trips with the kids.

Binky Patrol, Inc.
P0 Box 1468, Laguna Beach, CA 92652
(949) 499-2465
Contact: Susan Roush
E-Mail: binky@binkypatrol.org
Web Site: www.binkypatrol.org
Co-ed
Dedicated to providing handmade blankets for children and teens in need of
comfort due to illness, abuse, trauma. Volunteers make blankets and
deliver them to local area shelters, hospitals and foster-care agencies.

Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena
3230 East Del Mar, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-9100
The Boys and Girls Clubs of America need volunteers to help with health
and fitness activities, including sports leadership camps non-competitive
athletic events and inter-club competitions.Boys and Girls Aid Society of Los Angeles
760 West Mountain View, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-6793
Contact: Disne Beeleman

Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena
3230 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-1953
Contact: Ron Friscia Ages: all, Co-ed
Offers services to families and children. Volunteers coach sports, help with
art, teach reading, Learning Center activities and reading program for
remedial Jr. high students

Braille Institute
741 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 663-1111 ext. 1340
Contact: Renee Bade Web Site: www.brailleinstitute.org
Ages: 14+ (Westridge); others 16+, Co-ed
The Braille Inst. works with visually impaired & legally blind
Adults, enabling them to be as independent as possible.
Opportunities include library, Braille press, reading, clerical, data entry,
lunch guide & classroom assistant. Training provided.

Bright Faces Child Development Center
301 N. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 395-9551
Contact: Sheryl Levy
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Open all year around for pre-school aged children from low- income
families. Needs students to read to the kids, play with them, etc.

Bryon Thompson School
4544 Maxson Road, El Monte, CA 9 l 732
(626) 443-2613
Contact: Paulette Large
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Work directly with children with severe, often multiple disabilities.

Buddhist Compassionate Relief - Tzu-Chi Foundation
206 E. Palm Ave, Monrovia, CA 91017
626) 281-3383
Contact: Debbie Lin
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Volunteers visit once a month in convalescent hospitals, work with abused
& sick children & help with special summer activities for disturbed children.
The Foundation as a free clinic which can use student volunteers.

CA Environmental Project
2032 Eden Avenue, Glendale, CA 91206
(818) 500-1025
Web Site: www.restorewild.org
Help clean and restore wildlife habitats and parklands.

California Environmental Project
2032 Eden Ave, Glendale, CA 91206
(818) 500-1025
Contact: Scott Mathes
Ages: 14-18, Co-ed
Volunteers adopt a canyon and provide clean-up, restoration and
preservation of the area. Call for information on hours, skills and time
commitment.

California Philharmonic Orchestra
(626) 300-8200
Co-ed
Volunteers of all ages to assist with summer concert series, including
general of ice, telephone ticket order, stage production and construction,
and ushering at concerts

Californians for Justice
1010 S. Flower St., Suite #218, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 747-4495
Contact Norma Martinez
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Help with polling, leaflets and office management on issues affecting the
working poor.

CareXchange
6300 Canoga Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
800) 445-5108
Contact. Sue Costa
Co-ed
CareXchange program promotes productive, independent living and
enables the aging. Volunteers provide transportation to doctor appts.,
companionship, light housekeeping, minor home repair, yard work, errands,
grocery shopping.

Caring Hands Children's Center
2889 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
626) 398-3301
Contact: Linda McWilliams-Neal
Ages: 15-18, Co-ed
Volunteers assist teachers in the classroom with cutting, play with the
children, setting up for breakfast and snack. Need good social &
communication skills & enjoy working with small children. After school
hours & daily in the summer. 4 hour min.

Casa Glendale
426 Piedmont Avenue, Glendale, CA 91206-3466
(818) 246-7457
Contact: Faith Ruquhart
Ages: 12+, Co-ed
Volunteers are needed to talk with elderly clients, help with activities in the
park, etc.

Catholic Worker Hospitality House
831 E. 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA
(323) 267-8789
Contact: Eric Debode
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Help prepare and serve with one of the most committed and engaged
groups of people in the LA skid row area. On Tues., Thurs., & Sat.,
volunteers can just show up to work in the soup kitchen between 8:00 -12:30.

Children Helping Poor and Homeless People
2554 Lincoln Blvd. #522, Venice, CA 9029 l
(310) 840-4777
Contact: Christine Schanes
E-Mail: chphp@earthlink.net
Web Site: www.chphp.com
Ages: 13+, Co-ed
CHPHP offers training in working with poor and homeless people, & assists
youth in developing their own projects to help others. Volunteers assemble
grocery lunch bags, toiletry bags, etc. and then distribute to people in
need.

Children’s Hospital
4650 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90027
(213) 669-2371
Contact: Liz Mirzaian
Ages: 15-17, Co-ed
Volunteers work as escorts, in the gift shop, office if over 18, in the
playrooms with special arrangements assist in the art therapy with the
children. Contact no later than March and attend a 3-hour orientation in
April or May.

Christmas in April - Pasadena
P0 Box 302, Pasadena, CA 91102
(626) 798-6176
Contact: David Gooler
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Rebuild and rehabilitate houses and centers for low-income seniors and the
disabled. Need skilled and unskilled volunteers.

Citizenship Project, Asian Pacific American Legal Center
1010 S. Flower Street. #302, Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-2022
Contact: Mark Yoshida
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Assist with citizenship workshops.

City of Hope National Medical Center
1500 E. Duarte, Duarte, CA 91010
(626) 359-8111 ext. 2424
Contact: Judy
Ages: 1 5+, Co-ed
Volunteers welcome to help in this cancer research and treatment hospital.
Interviews over spring vacation for summer volunteers. Minimum
requirement: 6 months, 1 day a week for 2 hours.

City of Pasadena Human Services,
Recreation & Neighborhoods Dept.
2575 Paloma, Office #1, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 398-1257
Contact: Jackie Arnett
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Volunteers work in providing recreation programs in the arts & crafts,
drama & music, games for teens and adults with disabilities. Hours after
school on Mon., Tues., Sat. and field trips in summer.

Clinica Medica Familiar de Santa Ana
517 North Main, Santa Ana, CA 9270 l
(714) 647-0401
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Volunteers assist medical staff in this clinic and serve predominantly
Hispanic patients. Opportunity to use Spanish and learn both office and
patient skills.

Clinica Msr. Oscar A. Romero
1135 W. 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 482-6400
Contact: Oscar Lopez
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Students may help nurses with patient in-take, work in the office, read to
young patients or help in community outreach.

Coalition for a Non Violent City
236 Mountain #102, Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 796-9813
Contact: Sue Hamilton, Ted Jones, Kellie Jones, Gisselle Acezedo-Franco
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Participate in a Youth Task Force; meet & plan activities to bring non-
violence to our city. Volunteers needed for special mailings, phone &
genera l office work, programs with youth dialogues, polling re: youth
services. Hours after school & in summer.

Comprehensive Maternal-Child Program (USC)
1640 Marengo St., 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 226-5068
Contact: Dr. Charles Hilliard
Ages: 14+, Co-ed
Educational tutors utilizing computers, mentoring, and assisting in child
play. Need a love of children and desire to help children with serious illness.
Hours open: 8:30-3:00 weekdays; like a hours/week commitment, but are
flexible.

Descanso Garden Guild/Volunteer Program
1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada, CA 91011
(818) 952-4391
Contact: Ann Weiler
Ages: High School jrs. & Srs., Co-ed
Volunteers work in the gift shop, at the Japanese Tea House and the Train
Depot on weekends. They can also assist with receptionist and clerical work
and in the garden. Hours are on weekends and in the summer.

In and around Eagle Rock. . . Consider offering to help a local Community Organization! Call and ask about volunteering.

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Eagle Rock Food Bank
Eagle Rock's local food center has been supplying food for more than 70 families in the area and is threatened with closure. Food sources are not the problem -- volunteers are. Between 35 and 40 volunteers are needed each week to prepare food packages, stock shelves, and more. Maximum volunteer time is 1 to 5 hours each week. There currently are 10 to 14 volunteers. Hours vary from morning to evening on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Even one hour a week can make a big difference. Please call Dick Clauss at (323) 254-3413 or Vi Vandruff at (323) 257-4203 if you can help with this vital service in our community.
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Eaton Canyon Park
1750 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 398-5420
Contact: Danny York

ECONEWS TV & Ecology Center of Southern California / Project of Educational Communications
P0 Box 351419, Los Angeles, CA 90035-9119
(310) 559-9160
Contact: Nancy Pearlman or Leslie Lewis
E-Mail: ecnp@aol.com
Web Site: www.ecoprojects.org
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Org. is a PR & lobbying support base for environmental activities.
Volunteers write letters, press releases & scripts, run errands & data entry.
ECONEWS volunteers work on TV documentaries including shooting,
reporting, producing & editing.

El Centro de Accion Social, Inc.
37 East Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 792-3148
Ages: 13+, Co-ed
El Centro organizes cultural events and allows youth volunteers an
opportunity to assist. Volunteers are taught to coordinate events and
collaborate by working together.

Exceptional Children's Foundation
8740 West Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 204-3300
Contact: Carmella Burke
Web Site: www.ecf.net
Ages: call office, Co-ed
ECF offers special assistance to developmentally disabled children & adults
so they can live full lives. Volunteers of all ages help with 3 annual events
per year. Summer camp in July.

Five Acres
760 West Mountain View Street, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-6793 ext. 210
Contact: Robin Smith Jurado
Five Acres is dedicated to helping children become caring and productive
adults by building on their strengths and those of their families and
communities.

Florence Crittendon Center
P0 Box 31219, Los Angeles, CA 90031
(213) 623-2489
Contact: La Keeta Howard

Foothill Area Community Services State Pre-school
2889 North Lincoln Ave., Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 791-3352
Contact: Linda McWilliams-Neal
Ages: grades 10-12, Co-ed
Volunteers assist teachers in the classroom with classroom duties and help
supervise the children. Need to be interested in working with small children,
be reliable and dependable. Opportunities exist July-Sept. with 3-hour
minimum time commitment.

Foothill Family Service
118 S. Oak Knoll, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 795-6907
Ages: 13 and over, Co-ed
Foothill Family Service provides counseling services for at-risk and abused
children, teens and families.

Foundation for the Junior Blind's Camp Bloomfield
5300 Angeles Vista Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90043
(323) 292-4555 ext. 270
Contact: Monica Aguirre
E-Mail: maguirre@fjb .org
Web Site: www.fjb .org
Ages: all ages, Co-ed
Camp Bloomfield is a 40 acre summer residential camp in the Santa Monica
mountains, overlooking Malibu. We serve children and adults of all ages who
are blind and visually impaired. Sign up in March for summer programs.

Friends in Deed
P0 Box 41125, Pasadena, CA 91104-8125
(626) 797-6072
Contact: Frank Clark
Ages: l 5+, Co-ed
Volunteers organize food and clothing in storerooms, take in donations,
give receipts, and distribute food on a non-emergency basis to the needy.
Can work during summer and special events in December.

Frostig Center Summer Workshops
971 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 791-1255
Contact: Kathy Holmes or Judy Higlen
E-Mail: helpline@Frostig.org
Ages: 6-18, Co-ed
Summer Workshops help students have a positive classroom experience in
small groups. Programs in Language Arts Intensives, Classes in Specific
Skills and Individual Tutorial Package for kids with busy schedules and
diverse needs.

Garfield Medical Center
525 North Garfield, Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 312-2248
Contact: Mary Robinson

Glendale Adventist Hospital
1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale, CA 91026
(818) 409-8000 ext. 8057
Contact: Eileen Loyola
Ages: High School, Co-ed

Good Samaritan Hospital-Junior Volunteers
1225 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 977-2090
Contact: Sue Davis
Ages: 14-18, Co-ed
Volunteers work as nursing unit aides, in the child care center, and doing
clerical duties. Need a knowledge of health careers and customer service.
Can work after school, on weekends, holidays and in the summer. Minimum
50 hours required.

Goodwill Industries of Southern California
324 San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Contact: Patricia Menjivar
E-Mail: question@lagoodwill.org
Volunteer Services produces special events to inform community groups
and the pubIic at large of the needs of the disabled and those with other
vocational disadvantages.

Guide Dogs of America
13445 Glenoaks Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 362-5834
Contact: Rhonda Bissell
Ages: Family, Co-ed
Need families to volunteer to raise and socialize puppies from 8 weeks to
18-22 months. Must be able to put the needs of others over your own
emotional attachment to the dog at the end of the training period. Full time
responsibility for l - 2 years.

Harambee Christian Family Center
1581 Navarro Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 791-7439
Contact: Derek Perkins or Rodolpho Carrasco
Ages: High School age 15-18, Co-ed
Volunteers tutor elementary & Jr. High students. Need basic education
skills, ability to communicate clearly, teach concepts & learn to serve
others. After school hours & during the summer-- Min. commitment of one
day per week for a specified time.

Headstart
725 W. Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 585-6500
Contact . Mary McGuire
Ages: 18+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist in the classrooms and must be at least 18 years of age to
work with the children.

Heal the Bay & Beach Clean Ups
2701 Ocean Park Blvd. #150, Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 581-4188
Contact: Dayna Harary
Web Site: www.healthebay.org/healthebay
Ages: Middle and High School, Co-ed
Volunteer activities are education oriented. Volunteers can
assist in beach clean-ups, fundraising events, or office help. Hours are after
school, on weekends and all day in the summer. No minimum hours
required.

Healthy Baby Alliance
980 North Fair Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91103
Contact: Winona
Ages: Middle and High School, Co-ed
Meets at the American Friends Service Committee. Students talk and read
to young children, helping their reading readiness later on.

Hillside Home For Children
940 Avenue 64, Pasadena, CA 91105
(213) 254-2274
Contact: Barbara Schmidt
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Tutoring and befriending kids who have been removed from broken or
dangerous homes. Must be willing to make a year-long commitment.

Historical Society of Southern California
200 E. Ave. 43, Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 222-5046
Contact: Margaret Dickerson
Co-ed
Learn to docent at the historic Lummis home, Los Angeles, and also help in
the office.

Hollygrove Orphanage
815 North El Centro Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 463-2119
Contact: Kathy Court
Ages: High School, Co-ed

Hollywood Bowl Education Department
2301 N. Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90078
(323) 850-2000
Contact: Ann Parson
Web Site: www.hoIlywoodbowl.com
Co-ed

Hollywood Entertainment Museum
7021 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028
(323) 960-4815
Co-ed

Holy Family Services Adoption and Foster Care
402 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Agency promotes quality family opportunities for children through
counseling, education and support activities. Flexible hours for volunteers
who answer phones, put together packets of information and perform
general office duties.

Huntington Library
1151 Oxford Road, San Marino,CA 91108
(626) 405-2147
Contact: Catherine Babcock
Co-ed
Students work as interns in communications, assisting in publications and
outreach, etc.Huntington Memorial Hospital - Student Volunteer
100 W. California Blvd. P0 Box 7013, Pasadena, CA 91109-7013
(626) 397-5208
Contact: Maria Jessop
E-Mail: maria.jessop@schs.com
Ages: High School, Co-ed
The volunteer program is for students who can commit 50 hours in a 6
month period with a minimum of 8 hours per month. Volunteers work in
patient care areas & departmental offices after school, weekends &
summers. Apps., available Mar. l for summer work.

International Guiding Eyes
13445 Glen Oaks Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 362-5834
Contact: Deborah Sands
Co-ed
Raise dogs for use by the sight impaired.

Jeffrey Foundation for the Handicapped
5470 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 965-7536
Contact: Alice MorrisJunior All American Football (San Gabriel Valley)
P0 Box 94484, Pasadena, CA 91109
Contact: Joyce Frye
Ages: l 5+, Co-ed
Assist or coach a flag football, tackle football or cheerleading squad.
Applications are accepted beginning in April. Must maintain a 2.0 grade
point average to participate.

Juniors for the League for Crippled Children Orthopedic Hospital
2400 South Flower St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 660-4354
Contact: Shelley Lewis
Ages: grades 9-12, Co-ed
Volunteers serve 2 hours each month at the hospital, and one week-end
twice a year at the International Children’s Clinic in Calexico. Hours available
on weekends, and during the summer. Minimum time commitment is 20
hours per year.

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
1020 S. Arroyo Pkwy., Suite 200, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 403-1480
Contact: Ann Martel
Ages: 15+, Co-ed
Volunteers are used to put together packets, fold letters, make copies,
pass out food and water at events. Hours are after school, on weekends
and all day in the summer. No minimum hours required.

Kidspace Museum
390 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 449-9144
Contact: Roy Mueller or Buff Megaw
Ages: 2-12; Vol. 14+, Co-ed
Kidspace is a hands-on, participatory children's museum for children that
provides interactive exhibits & educational programs in the arts and
sciences. Volunteers work with audiences, lead workshops in arts and
sciences and other activities.

Komen Los Angeles County Affiliate,
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Inc.
33 South Catalina Suite 203, Pasadena, CA 91106
Contact: Lydia Feeney
Organization's mission is to eradicate breast cancer by advancing research,
education, screening and treatment.

L.A. Best- After School Programs
Office of the Mayor/City Hall 200 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 847-3682
Contact: Tammy Sims
Ages: grade 7+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist in 22 after school programs located in elementary
schools thoughout the city. They help in a wide variety of activities and
assist teachers. Must be reliable and work well with children. Hours are
2:30-6:00 during school & weekends.

L.A. Works
570 West Avenue 26 Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 224-6510
Contact. Christi Allen
E-Mail: laworks@deltanet.com
Web Site: www.la-volunteer.org
Ages: grade 4+, Co-ed
L.A. Works is a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities. They can help find
one-time or on-going volunteer opportunities doing light landscaping,
murals, meal service, etc. They put out a monthly newsletter with local
opportunities.

L.A.M.P. Literacy Program
3 l 8 South Ramona Ave., Monterey Park, CA 9 l 754
(626) 307-1251
Contact . Cathy Reta
E-Mail: lamplit@juno.com
Ages: 12+, Co-ed
Volunteers work in a one-on-one situation with others helping them learn to
read, write & speak English. Must commit to tutor once a week, l 1/2 hours
with a student & attend 1/2 day workshop. Students can also mend &
process library resources.

LA Conservation Corp.
2824 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 846-2636
Contact . Ann Savage
Has year-round & special summer projects outdoors for workers.

LA Family Housing Corporation
7843 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91605
(818) 982-2091
Contact: Joe Zuniga
Ages: 14+, Co-ed
Volunteers help in the cafeteria, clerical, casual labor and need to be detail
oriented and hard working. Hours available daily between 7am and 7 p.m.
No minimum time commitment.

Lifeline for Pets, Inc.
P0 Box 5812,Pasadena, CA 91117
(626) 286-6390
Contact: Midge Poynter

Light Bringer Project
64 North Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 9 l l 03
Contact: Yvonne Chavez
Organizations Mission is to expand arts and cultural opportunities for all
ages, and serve to advance art opportunities in the community.

Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 644-4763
Contact: Susan Bolon
Web Site: http://www.lazoo.org
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Two choices: Apply in June for l 8 week training program, Oct.- May and
work 40 hours annually as a docent, give tours, assist with animal shows
etc. Or, apply, interview and work for special events, face painting, crafts etc.

Los Angeles Conservancy
727 West 7th Street, Suite 955, Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 623-2489
Contact: Linda Dishman

Los Encinas Hospital
2900 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 356-2605
Contact: Theresa Daley
Co-ed
This quiet mental health center has been an interesting site for students
inclined toward psychiatric professions. Can work in the office and at
nursing stations.

March of Dimes
502 South Verdugo Drive, Burbank, CA 91502
(818) 972-9449 or (888) 4-BABIES
Contact: Mindy Bobnoff
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Volunteers do office work & work at health fairs. They need organizational
skills, dedication, & personal motivation. They will llearn public speaking
skills, gain knowledge of March of Dimes services & pregnancy issues. No
minimum time commitment.

Maryvale Daycare Center
7600 East Graves Avenue, Rosemead, CA 9 1770
(626) 280-6510
Contact: Linda Brown
Ages: 16+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist teachers in classroom & on the playground with children
ages 9 mos. to 5 years. Hours are after school, holiday vacations &
summer. (Loyola boys volunteer during April). Minimum time commitment.

Monrovia Community Services
119 W. Palm, Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 357-5046
Contact: Lisa Hansberger
Ages: High School, Co-ed

Monterey Board Youth Advisory Board
320 W. Newmark Ave., Monterey Park, CA
(626) 307-1388
Ages: 14+, Co-ed
Help students from kindergarten through eighth grade in subjects such as
math and English. The boar is in e with the Monterey Park Recreation &
Parks Department.

Mother's Club Community Center
526 East Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 792-2687
Contact: Sarah Frick
E-Mail: mothersclub@earthlink.net
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers help with children's play and preschool type work in a
multicultural setting. Assist teachers, work with mothers and children. Need
volunteers who love to work with children and are available between 9 AM
and 12 PM on weekdays.

MS Walk 2001
Warner Bros. Studios Burbank,
(800) FIGHT-MS
Ages: All, Co-ed
Join your favorite Warner Bros. characters and thousands of other walkers
for a walk on the famous backlot. April 1, 2001.

National Conference for Community and Justice
1055 Wilshire Ave, Suite l6l5, Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 250-8787
Contact: Lecia S. Brooks
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Students train in communication skills, racial, cultural and gender relations
issues during the school year, and may be chosen to serve as counselors
for the Brotherhood-Sisterhood Camp sessions during the summer.

National Council for Jewish Women
543 Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 651-2930
Contact: Carol Henault
Ages: High School, Girls
NCJW works in women's services.

Olive Crest Foster and Adoption Agency
710 South Victory Blvd., Suite 201, Burbank, CA 91502
Contact: Erwin Morris
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Student volunteers play with kids at special events, workshops, etc. and
help with the office.

Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles, Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 449-2742
Contact: Rosa Zee
Ages: 14+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist in the bookstore, at public programs, in the office and
with computer work. Must be dependable, able to work with the public,
have computer knowledge and like children. Minimum time commitment is
6 hours per month.

Parent Resource Center
1500 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 795-3877
Contact: Franci Hines

Partners in Education/Tutoring and Homework Assistance Network
351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91109
(626) 568-4529
Contact: Francis Hines
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers are sought to tutor Pasadena Unified School District students on
school and community sites, to assist at the reception desk at the
Education Center after school, on Saturdays and in the summer.

Pasadena Beautiful Foundation
140 S. Lake Avenue #268, Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 795-9704
Ages: All ages, Co-ed
Volunteers help plant & care for trees along the streets and assist in park
clean-up in Pasadena. They may develop their own pro ects and work as a
class during school hours. H ours during and after school, on weekends and
holidays & during the summer.

Pasadena Braille Club
386 South Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 793-7636

Pasadena City College
Kids College 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 585-7609
Contact: Community Ed. Office

Pasadena Headstart
725 West Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-0967
Contact: Brigitte Thompson
Ages: 18+, Co-ed
Volunteers must be 18 to work in the classrooms with the children.

Pasadena Heritage
651 South Saint John Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 441-6333
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteer opportunities exist for general office work, telephoning, tour
hosts and docents, refreshment service, ticket sales, Pasadena tours,
research and photography. No minimum hours required.

Pasadena Historical Museum
470 Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91103
(213) 257-3006
Contact: Judy Hunter

Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
361 5. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 792-7151 ext. 104
Contact: Sandy DeMarco and Laura Hinsberger
E-Mail: mobile@phsspca.org or sandy@phsspca.org
Web Site: www.phsspca.org
Ages: 13+, Co-ed
The Pasadena Humane Society has a volunteer program for ages 13+.
Summer Youth Workshops or socializing with the animals1 Monday thru
Saturday. Applicants must attend orientation and training sessions.

Pasadena Meals on Wheels
54 N. Oakland Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 449-6815
Contact: Sally Mora
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers help pack cold food from 9:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. or help deliver
food from 11:00a.m. to 1:30p.m. Volunteers can help pack and deliver also
from 9:30a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There is no minimum time commitment.

Pasadena Mental Health Center
1495 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-0907
Contact: Jenifer Underwood
Ages: 15-18, Co-edPasadena Pops Orchestra
20 South Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
Work in the office, set up tables and chairs, paint sets, sell t-shirts, escort
concert guests, participate in fundraising activities.

Pasadena Public Library
285 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 405-4044
Contact: Jeanine Semrau
Co-ed
Branches throughout the area love student volunteers. They help with
children's reading programs, shelving, and checking out.

Pasadena Senior Center
85 East Holly Street, Pasadena, CA 91003
(626) 795-4331
Contact: Cynthia Vaughan
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Assist with clerical duties, baking, grocery shopping, gardening, & Senior
Olympics. Need understanding, flexibility & like working with older adults.
"Young at Hearts" p airs students with seniors to teach computer skills, E-
mail etc. Flexible hours.

Pasadena Special Children's Center
355 West Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 795-9349

Peace Works International
P0 Box 70905, Pasadena, CA 91117
(626) 798-5221
Contact: Christopher Kealey
E-Mail: pwintl@earthlink.net
Web Site: www.peaceworksintl.org
Ages: Soph.-Srs., Co-ed
Peace Works Int'l integrates volunteer service work, cultural immersion &
language study in an unforgetable 22 day adventure abroad in either Costa
Rica or Peru. Truly a life-changing experience.

Pet Orphans
7720 Gloria Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 901-0190

Piafores League for Crippled Children Orthopedic Hospital
2400 South Flower, Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 666-7406
Contact: Kathy Schwickhardt
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Volunteers gather once a month at the hospital for meeting and doing
crafts with the children. Hours available on the weekends with a minimum
time commitment of 2 hours per month Sept. -June.

Pilgrim School Summer Program
540 S. Commonwealth Avenue, Los Angeles,
CA 90020
(213) 385-7351
Contact: Joseph Harper
E-Mail: jharper@pilgrim-school.org
Web Site: www.pilgrim-school.org
Ages: PK-12, Co-ed
Pilgrim Summer Programs provide a range of opportunities for academic
enrichment, creativity & fun. Summer Day Camp emphasizes hands-on
learning, teamwork & directed play. Elementary & Secondary Summer
School provide academic enrichment & review.

Planned Parenthood of Pasadena
1045 North Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Contact: Kate Alson
E-Mail: kate.alson@ppfa.org
Web Site: www.pppasadena.org
The world's largest and oldest voluntary family planning org., dedicated to
the principles that every individual h as a right to decide when to have a
child & every child should be wanted and loved.

Rhapsody in Green
11684 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604
(323) 654-5821
Contact: Jon Earl
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers work on hands-on projects that include planting, weeding,
pickling surplus fruit and trash cleanup around Los Angeles to ensure
restoration of Southern California's natural environment. Weekend hours.

Roosevelt School
315 North Pasadena Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 795-9501
Contact: Susan Hoge
E-Mail: shoge@pasadena.k12.ca.us
Web Site: pasadena.k12.ca.us
Ages: Pre-K thru high school, Co-ed
Mainstreams special education kids into regular school, including kids who
need help with wheelchairs, personal attention, etc. Volunteers Assist
teachers, tutor students, help students with special needs. Need a
willingness to learn. Hours 2:45 to 6:00.

Salvation Army
900 West James M. Wood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
E-Mail: sarmyvol@aol.com
Web Site: www.salvationarmy.socal.org
The Salvation Army, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church
whose message is based on the Bible. A combination of churches and
social services providing a variety of services to surrounding communities.

Salvation Army Summer Camp
960 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 773-4428
Contact: Rosemary Gebhardt
Ages: Ages 7-12,
Students assist with low-cost day camp, Camp Discovery (mid-June to
Aug.) and help with food packing and distribution. Possible opportunities or
assisting children's choir on Mon. evenings 5:30 to 6:30.

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity
789 Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 398-9371
Contact: JoAnne Sheppard
E-Mail: SGVHFH@JPS .net
Web Site: www.nbbsl.com/hfh
Ages: 16 & up, Co-ed
Habitat for Humanity supplies low-income families with an opportunity to
build & own their own homes. Volunteers can assist in the office with
general work or in the construction of homes. Hours are flexible with no
minimum commitments.

Santa Teresita Hospital
819 Buena Vista Street, Duarte, CA 91010-1703
(626) 359- 3243
Contact: Sister Agnes Marie or Mary Hubbard
Ages: l 2+, Co-ed
Student volunteers help with patients, assist with office needs, etc.

Senior Care Network
837 South Fair Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 397-3110
Contact: Monika White

Sierra Madre Public Library
440 West Sierra Madre, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
(626) 355-7186
Contact: Cathy Ryne
Co-ed
Students help with summer reading program for kids and also with library
management.

South Pasadena Public Library Summer Reading Program
1100 Oxley, South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 403-7358
Contact: Maida Lin Wong
E-Mail: mwong@ci.south-pasadena.ca.us
Ages: 11 and up, Co-ed
Volunteers register summer reading progam participants, administer the
program, shelve books, clean, file, prepare materials and misc. tasks. Hours
available during the summer with at least a 10 hour minimum.

Southwestern Academy-Summer Adventures
2800 Monterey Road, San Marino, CA 91108
(626) 799-5010
Contact: Troy Boyle
E-Mail: tboyle@southwesternacademy.edu
Web Site: www.southwesternacademy.edu
Ages: 11-18, Co-ed
Study & have fun in Beaver Creek Canyon, in the clean, high-country air of
northern Arizona. Morning classes with afternoon & weekend activities for
grades 6- l 2. ESL program for international students available on
Southwestern's San Marino campus.

St. Lucy's Benedictive Child Development Center
19049 East Sierra Madre Ave., Glendora, CA 9174 l
(626) 963-0371
Contact: Patricia Schneider
Ages: High School, Co-ed

St. Luke Medical Center
2632 East Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
Since 1933, St. Luke's has been providing healthcare to the community
and volunteers have been proyiding support every step of the way.
Volunteers must be 14 or older with a min. commitment of 100 hours per
year.

St. Vincent Medical Center
2131 West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 484-7328
Contact: Elizabeth Smith
Ages: 14 1/2+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist with patient services, work in the gift store, at the
reception desks, or with historical conservancy. Hours are 7:00 am - 8:00
pm with a minimum commitment of 4 hours per week and 100 hours total.

Summer Celebration At Waverly School
67 W Bellevue, Pasadena, CA 91105
(323) 257-9599
Contact: Gayle Thompson
E-Mail: gthompson45@earthlink.net Ages: 5-12 yrs. Co-ed
An 8 week summer program of fun & excitement for K- 6th grade in 4
concurrent two-week sessions. Puppetry, cooking, creative writing, field
trips and much more. Day care available. Two week Vancouver bus trip for
students entering grades 6 thru 9.

The 9th Annual Summer Performing & Fine Arts Workshop
P0 Box 774, Temple City, CA 9 1780
(626) 447-2477
Contact: M. Roger Lockie / Angie Brady
Web Site: musictheatre.org
Ages: 8- l 2, Co-ed
The 9th annual Summer Performing & Fine Arts Workshops offers classes
in dance, theatre, vocal music, ceramics, mixed media arts, drawing,
painting & stage makeup. 7/8-26 & 7/29-8/16: Administered by Bradylock
Productions, M. Roger Lockie & Angie Brady.

The Autry Museum of Western Heritage
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 667-2000 Ext. 242
Contact: Cara Lea
Web Site: www.autrymuseum.org
Co-ed
Volunteer docents who are enthusiastic about teaching children Western
American history.

Tom Sawyer Camps
707 W. Woodbury Road #F, Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 794-1156
Contact: Sarah H. Homer or Sally L. Horner
E-Mail: sarah@tomsawyercamps.com
Web Site: www.tomsawyercamps.com
Ages: ages 3-14, Co-ed
Summer Day Camp for 3 to 14 year olds in Pasadena and
Arcadia areas. Opportunities for staff: junior, assistant and senior
counselors (volunteer and paid).

Tree People
12601 Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(626) 753-4629
Contact: Jack Carone
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers plant trees in urban or forest areas, or do general office work
and help with park activities toward the goal of bringing communities
together through tree plantings . Three hour time commitment after school
and on week-ends.

Union Station
412 South Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 449-4596
Contact: Louis Fontenot or Chris Ortega
Web Site: cherise4l2@earthlink.net
Ages: 16+, Co-ed
Volunteers assist in preparing and serving food, cleaning up and with
special events. They are needed on Saturday mornings, during the summer
or for special projects such as library set up and childcare.

Urban Conservation Program
100 North Garfield Avenue, Room 111, Pasadena, CA 91109
(626) 405-4228
Contact: Mary Jo Winder

Verdugo Hills Hospital
1812 Verdugo Blvd, Glendale, CA 91208
(818) 790-7100
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Ages: High School, Co-ed

Villa Esperanza Services
2116 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-2919 ext. 13
Contact: Sandy Scott
E-Mail: sscott@villaesperanzaservices.org
Web Site: www.villaesperanzaservices.org
Ages: 16+, Co-ed
Volunteers help children & adults with special needs in special activities
such as cooking, crafts, p lays & trips, Also help with fund raising, or just be
a friend to a 'special' child. Hours during/after school, during vacations and
over the summer.

Wildlife Waystation
14831 Little Tujunga Canyon Road, Angeles National Forest, CA 91342
(818) 899-5201
Contact: Carolyn Stanford
Ages: Jr. & Sr. High School, Co-ed
Volunteers assist with landscaping needs to create space for animals, brush
clearance, planting, fencing and terracing. Group projects are needed.
Hours are after school, on weekends, during h holidays and over the
summer.

YMCA
2750 New York Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 798-0862
Contact: Jack Tillman

YMCA - South Pasadena
1605 Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, CA 9l030
(626) 799-9119
Contact: Lori Lee
Ages: 15+, Co-ed
Students help with day camp recreation with younger children doing arts &
crafts, songs, games, field trips.

Young and Healthy
325 South Oak Knoll, #106, Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 795-5166
Contact: Patty Sullivan
Ages: High School, Co-ed
Summer volunteer work involves preparation for the Fall programs such as,
sorting, xeroxing, and packing materials for The Dental Education Program.

Youth Center at St. James
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-6266
Contact: Stephen Gutierrez
Ages: Jr. and Srs., Co-ed
Volunteers tutor middle school students after school Monday -Friday 3:30 -
5:00 and in the summer form 1:00 - 5:00. Skill in math and drama are
needed. No minimum time commitment.

YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley
939 E. Walnut Street, Suite 100, Pasadena, 91100
(626) 793-5171
Contact: Gina Rodriquez
E-Mail: gmrodriquez@ywca-pasadena.org
Web Site: www.ywca-pasadena.org
Ages: 6-18, Girls
The YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley offers a wide range of summer programs and activities for girls. Girls Basketball League, Ages 7-18 Girls summer Day Camp, Grades l –6. Call (626) 793-5171 for information.

YWCA Youth Council
939 E. Walnut Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 793-5171
Contact: Gina Rodriquez
Ages: Middle and High School, Co-ed
Offers girls an opportunity to meet and participate in activities which
develop leadership skills.

Zoo Camp
Los Angeles Zoo 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Contact: Alicia
Sears or Linda Rooks
Ages: 1-6 grade, Co-ed
Camp operates in one week sessions. Environmental games, critter crafts,
creative songs, tours of the Zoo's wildlife, animal observation and talks with
zoo keepers highlight each session.

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