L.A. GOAL is a nonprofit organization in Culver City that has been supporting adults with developmental disabilities (our “Members”) through educational, vocational and social programs for over 55 years. Volunteering with L.A. GOAL is a joyful, enriching experience that creates a reciprocal sense of accomplishment. We are incredibly grateful for our amazing volunteers who make a significant impact in the everyday lives of our Members.
We are currently looking for volunteers in the following areas:
Art
L.A. GOAL’s art studio, Inside Out Productions, employs 22 Members as Paid Artists. We are seeking Art Volunteers on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and twice a month, Saturdays, any time from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Volunteers can assist for the full day, a half day, or any period of at least 2 hours.
Ideal volunteers are experienced in either Fine Art (painting, drawing, collaging, mixed media, or other fine art skills), Fiber Art (sewing, weaving, or other fiber art skills), Ceramics (handbuilding), and/or Digital Art. As an Art Volunteer, you may work one-on-one with our Members to support their creative visions, and/or assist our Art Staff with tasks in the studio.
Cooking
Cooking Class teaches our Members how to budget for, shop for, and cook healthy meals. We are seeking Cooking Class volunteers to assist our Clinical Staff, helping our Members understand recipe instructions, safely prepare food, and clean up afterwards.
Social Media
If you have skills in marketing and/or social media, we are always looking for assistance on getting the word out about our events, fundraisers, and online shop! Social Media Volunteers can assist in creating engaging social media content for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, and/or advising on marketing strategies. We are seeking Social Media Volunteers who can come in at least once per week, sometime between 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Fitness
Our Members enjoy our Fitness Classes, which currently include Dance, Tai-Chi, and Zumba. We are seeking volunteers experienced in any of our existing classes (especially Dance), or are interested in leading a brand-new class, such as Yoga, Hula Dancing, Hip Hop, or whatever skills you bring to the table!
Learn More
If you would like to learn more about our organization or volunteer program, you can visit us at the LA GOAL Volunteer page. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to info@lagoal.org with your name, contact information, interest areas, and availability! Thank you for your consideration.