Volunteer Opportunities
national park service Youth Conservation Corps
The United States Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is a youth employment program that engages young people in meaningful work experiences at national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and fish hatcheries while developing an ethic of environmental stewardship and civic responsibility. YCC programs are generally 8 to 10 weeks and members are paid at least the state or federal minimum wage (whichever is higher) for a 40-hour work week. YCC opportunities provide paid daytime work activities with members who commute to the Federal unit daily.
Please note, Yellowstone National Park is the only residential program. All other YCC programs are non-residential programs, which means that no housing is available at the site, and participants must independently provide their own transportation to the site each day. If you have questions about eligibilty, please visit the park's webpage to contact them directly before completing the application.
Richstone Family Center
The Richstone Family Center is dedicated to preventing and treating child abuse and trauma, strengthening families, and preventing violence in families, schools and communities. Established in 1974, Richstone is focused on building healthy families, and helping the most vulnerable communities in the South Bay.
Volunteers play an integral role in ensuring that our families are safe and thriving. Our success would not be possible without the incredible efforts of our volunteers who selflessly take the time to assist our families. Richstone encourages the participation of volunteers who support our mission, and are reliable, passionate, and responsible.
children’s hospital los angeles - high school summer volunteer program
Children's Hospital Los Angeles offers a High School Summer Program for students who have completed their freshman year. High School Volunteers provide service to patients, families and staff in 100+ different areas of the hospital, while gaining experience and self-confidence.
Our volunteers provide special services to our patients and families that contribute daily to our mission to create hope and build healthier futures.
Many of our volunteers work directly with patients through opportunities such as:
Escorting patients to hospital appointments
Playing with patients in outpatient waiting rooms
Administrative Support