Local outreach projects

Projects

American Cancer Society
San Fernando Valley Unit
4940 Van Nuys Blvd. Ste. 301
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 905-7766 Ext. 151
(800) 227-2345
http://www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society works to fight cancer with the help of volunteers giving their time and dedication for a valuable cause.

Relay for Life
24-hour, fun-filled family camp-style event celebrating survivors, public awareness and raising money for the American Cancer Society.

Please contact Anna Romero.

American Red Cross
Los Angeles Chapter - Valley District
14717 Sherman Way
Van Nuys, CA 91405
1(909)859-7135
http://www.redcrossla.org

American Red Cross provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Volunteers serve as the core of the organization and serve in a variety of ways.

Please contact Greg Theil, Volunteer Specialist.

Angel's Way Maternity Home
P.O. Box 70
Woodland Hills, Ca 91365
(818) 346-2229

Angel's Way is a private home that houses women 18 years+ throughout their pregnancy, providing the necessities for their babies.

Volunteers are needed to assist in special events, cleaning and gardening.

Please contact Betty Breneman, Director.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater
Los Angeles
1055 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1950
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(800) 207-7567 Ext. 2426
(213) 481-1148 Fax
 http://www.bigbrothersbigsistersla.org

Big Brothers serve as positive male role models to fatherless boys throughout Los Angeles.

Big Sisters serve as positive role models in a young girl's life, as her mentor, her sounding board, or just her friend.

Volunteers are needed for administrative duties and special events. Please contact Kenna Ellis.

Canoga Park Salvation Army
Thrift Store
21375 Roscoe Blvd.
Canoga Park, Ca  91304
(818) 883-6321 Ext. 32

All proceeds from the Salvation Army Thrift Store go to help support the Salvation Army Men’s Rehabilitation Center.

Volunteers in the thrift store will serve through customer service, stocking and minor upkeep of the store. Please contact Dora Rojero.

Children of the Night
14530 Sylvan Street
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 908-4474 Ext. 111
http://www.childrenofthenight.org

Children of the Night is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing children between the ages of 11-17 who have become involved in street prostitution and pornography.

It is imperative that all volunteers understand the sensitivity and confidentiality at the home. Please contact Candice.

Workshop Volunteer
Organize a 2-hour presentation for children.  Mon. – Thur., 7pm - 9pm.  Crafts, make-up, "Improv" comedy, acting, animation, first aid, dance, jewelry making, needle point, origami, self defense, etc…

Children's Hunger Fund
12820 Pierce Street
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-5122 ext.222
http://www.childrenshungerfund.org

Children's Hunger Fund distributes food to needy children and families in our neighborhoods, and around the world.

Volunteers donate their time to produce Food Packages and Gift Packages, for assembly and distribution.  Please contact Chris Rowlett.

The Dream Center
2301 Bellevue Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 207-2750 Ext. 7107
Short Term Missions: Bernice Olsson
http://www.dreamcenter.org

Adopt-A- Block
Every Saturday morning at 10am go out into the neighborhoods to clean, paint, minister and pray to show the love of Christ. Please contact Kelly Frick at (213) 253-7083.

Hope for Homeless Youth
Reach the unreachable. You are able to talk to the street kids of LA, to minister to pimps, prostitutes and gang members.  Please call (213) 590-9825.

Hotel Outreach
This outreach is specifically designed for teams. Go to downtown L.A. and minister to the kids of the Frontier Hotel. 

Metro Kidz
Travel to housing projects and reaches out to hundreds of children to give the message of Christ.  Topics such as "Staying in School," "Anti-Drugs,” and "Anti-Gangs.” Please call (213) 273-7111.

Provisions Food Truck
Physical needs of the poor and homeless are met by delivering food to various sites and giving hope to the desolate people of L.A.  Please call (213) 273-7042.

Under the Bridge
This ministry makes 300 sandwiches a day and hand delivers them to the hungry and homeless huddled under bridges. Please call (213) 435-2093

The Fred Jordan Mission
445 Towne Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 489-7763
(626) 915-1981
 http://www.fjm.org

The Fred Jordan mission is a non-profit organization that meets the physical and spiritual needs of the poor and the lost on the streets of Skid Row. Please contact Vanessa, Volunteer Coordinator. 

Emergency Services
Monday - Saturday, 8 am - 3:30 pm
Serve by distributing food, clothing, personal hygiene products and health care services.

After School Program
Monday - Thursday, 4 pm - 7 pm
Minister to children and youth and assist in the praise and worship. Teach bible study, tutor, computer lessons, or arts and crafts.

Special Events
The Fred Jordan Mission hosts a variety of different events in which the poor of the community are invited to share in the joy of the Holiday seasons.

Easter Feast
Help feed the homeless individuals and families with a special Easter meal.

Mother's Day
Help with gift wrapping for mothers, and to serve the special dinner that is held in honor of forgotten mothers.

Back to School Days
Volunteers are needed to help pass out new outfits, shoes, and school supplies to thousands of poor children in the inner city of Los Angeles.

Thanksgiving
Volunteers are needed to help serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to the hungry of Los Angeles.

Christmas Party
Thousands of needy children and their families receive new toys, sacks of food, and blankets. Come help to distribute these items during the Christmas Party.  

International Students Inc.
18406 Gresham Street, #207
Northridge, Ca 91325
(818) 775-9650
http://www.isiwebnet.net/sites/iedowns

Impact the nations by befriending local visitors! Currently, hundreds of international students are attending local colleges like CSUN and Pierce College, and many of them are looking for friendships.

With the help of volunteers from local churches, we are seeking more Christians in the San Fernando Valley to share their faith cross-culturally.  Please contact Ian or Erin Downs at idowns@isiwebnet.net

Los Angeles Mission
P.O. Box 55895
303 East 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90055 Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 629-1227 Ext. 301
(213) 629-0036 Fax
http://www.losangelesmission.org

The Los Angeles Mission is a nonprofit organization serving the homeless people living on the streets of Skid Row. The Mission offers emergency services, including hot meals, safe overnight shelter, showers, clean clothing, medical and dental services. There is also a program that provides long-term residential rehabilitation, education, job training, transitional housing and spiritual care.

There are a variety of service opportunities available. Information packets and applications may be obtained by contacting Sheila Moweta, Volunteer Coordinator.

Anne Douglas Center
Join the women and the fun during special graduation, honors banquets and holiday events.

Women's Day Services - Outreach
Bring your enthusiasm and help in the Women's Outreach Department. Female volunteers needed during the week to assist in the organization of donations.

Clerical/Office Assistance
Assist the Los Angeles Mission staff with clerical and special projects.

Henry Salvatori Innovative Learning Center
Assist in tutoring students towards their academic goals in the areas of basic reading, math and grammar.

Clothing Drive
Participate in a canned food or clothing drive. The Mission is always in need of new socks and underwear.

Meal Servers
Help serve during the noon and evening meals. Meals are served Monday through Saturday.

Lutheran Social Services of Southern California
6425 Tyrone Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 901-9480 Ext. 110 or Ext. 101

Lutheran Social services of Southern California is committed to enhancing human potential through services provided to individuals and families with limited options.

They are a volunteer-based agency and are always in need of assistance. For more information, please contact Claire O’Garro or Roslyn Motley.

Pregnancy Counseling Center
10211 Sepulveda Blvd.
Mission Hills, CA 91345
(818) 895-2500

The Pregnancy Counseling Center is a Christian-based center that works towards the prevention of abortion by educating women and offering them new hope.

Volunteers are needed for a bi-monthly for newsletter preparation. Please contact Edy Bernal.

Pregnancy Resource Center
16909 Parthenia Street, Suite 301
North Hills, Ca 91343
(818) 830-2499

The Pregnancy Resource center is a Christian-based organization that defends life by helping women in unexpected pregnancies and sharing the message of hope found in Jesus Christ.

Volunteers are needed for an end-of-month mailing.  For a monthly service schedule contact: Galya Stickland, Office Manager.

San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission
13422 Saticoy Street
North Hollywood, Ca 91605
(818) 785-4476 Ext. 5040
http://www.erescuemission.org

Emergency mobile shelter for families providing showers, food and clothing.

Volunteers are needed to serve food on a weekly basis.  For monthly service schedules contact: Lena Woo, Volunteer Coordinator.

Union Rescue Mission
545 So. San Pedro Street
Los Angeles, Ca 90013
(213) 347-6300 Ext. 1149
http://www.unionrescuemission.org

The Union Rescue Mission is a nonprofit organization serving the poor and homeless men, women and their families with many necessities and programs.

Volunteers are in great need in many different capacities. Please contact Alex Cornejo, Volunteer Liaison.

VA Hospital
16111 Plummer Street
North Hills, Ca 91343
(818) 891-7711 Ext. 9973 or Ext. 9367
http://www.gla.med.va.gov/

Visit the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom in the VA Hospital and bring the love of Christ.

Volunteers can serve in a mighty way by contacting Larry Wong.

Ventura Rescue Mission
234 E. 6th Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 487-1234 Ext. 3180
http://www.erescuemission.org

Serve as the kitchen staff on a daily basis. Their needs are serving hot meals and cleaning up to the men within the Missions programs.  Monday - Saturday from
5pm - 7:30pm. Please, no children under the age of 10.

Volunteers must wear long pants, closed toe shoes and some sort of hat.  Please contact Mitch Gurule, Volunteer Coordinator.

Weekend Warriors
@ Shepherd of the Hills
19700 Rinaldi Street
Porter Ranch, Ca 91326
(818) 831-9333 Ext.203

Join Weekend Warriors on Saturday mornings for a variety of local mission outreach efforts.  Some events include: feeding the homeless, cleaning up the community, boxing food for the poor, prayer walks and much more.  All ages are welcome (no infants please).  Check the church calendar or lobby information booth for a list of current outreach programs.  Teams meet at the church and carpool to events. 

There is an outreach every Saturday except the last weekend of the month.  For more information, contact Michelle Betzelberger, Missions Assistant.