Meet Your New Kitty Friend at Stray Cat Alliance
Stray Cat Alliance educates and empowers communities to advocate for every cat’s right to be safe, healthy and valued. They welcome interested adopters on Saturdays from 2 PM to 5 PM and Tuesdays from 5 PM to 7PM. Come on down to their facility and check out the adoptable cats and kittens. It is not necessary to complete an application in advance, but submitting an adoption application prior to visiting will speed up the process! Click here to begin: https://straycatalliance.org/adopt-and-foster/
Spread The Joy of Horsemanship as a Volunteer at Ride On Chatsworth
Ride On’s mission is to promote the welfare people with any type of physical, intellectual or cognitive disability and of at-risk youth by means of equine assisted activities and therapies; and by providing instruction and education for all in equestrian-related social, vocational and recreational activities. Volunteers are vital to the program and without them folks don’t ride! No previous experience with horses or disabilities is necessary – you will be taught everything you need to know. Ride On needs volunteers to walk beside riders with disabilities, groom, tack, or lead horses. They also need volunteers to help keep their barn clean, feed the horses, and help at annual events such as the CALNET Horse Show and fundraisers.Their used tack and clothes outlet in Newbury Park also needs volunteer staffing. Wherever your talents lie, there’s a place for you to help at Ride On! Click here to get started: https://www.rideon.org/volunteer.php
Spread The Joy of Horsemanship as a Volunteer at Ride On Newbury Park
Ride On’s mission is to promote the welfare people with any type of physical, intellectual or cognitive disability and of at-risk youth by means of equine assisted activities and therapies; and by providing instruction and education for all in equestrian-related social, vocational and recreational activities. Volunteers are vital to the program and without them folks don’t ride! No previous experience with horses or disabilities is necessary – you will be taught everything you need to know. Ride On needs volunteers to walk beside riders with disabilities, groom, tack, or lead horses. They also need volunteers to help keep their barn clean, feed the horses, and help at annual events such as the CALNET Horse Show and fundraisers.Their used tack and clothes outlet in Newbury Park also needs volunteer staffing. Wherever your talents lie, there’s a place for you to help at Ride On! Click here to get started: https://www.rideon.org/volunteer.php
Spread The Joy of Horsemanship as a Volunteer at Ride On Pasadena
Ride On’s mission is to promote the welfare people with any type of physical, intellectual or cognitive disability and of at-risk youth by means of equine assisted activities and therapies; and by providing instruction and education for all in equestrian-related social, vocational and recreational activities. Volunteers are vital to the program and without them folks don’t ride! No previous experience with horses or disabilities is necessary – you will be taught everything you need to know. Ride On needs volunteers to walk beside riders with disabilities, groom, tack, or lead horses. They also need volunteers to help keep their barn clean, feed the horses, and help at annual events such as the CALNET Horse Show and fundraisers.Their used tack and clothes outlet in Newbury Park also needs volunteer staffing. Wherever your talents lie, there’s a place for you to help at Ride On! Click here to get started: https://www.rideon.org/volunteer.php
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Crumbs & Whiskers in Hollywood
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Perry’s Place in North Hollywood
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Catfe in Santa Clarita
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment. For this particular location, booking online is recommended. Walk-ins are based on availability. Fee Applies
Adopt a Cute Little Fur Baby in Need of Love at North Redeondo Beach Petco every Saturday with A Cat’s Tale
Weekly adoptions held at North Redondo Beach Petco. Most cats end up homeless because their former owners did not understand or plan for the long- term commitment of owning a companion animal. In an effort to make sure cats finds their forever home each of their adoption begins with an adoption application/interview and sometimes a home visit. They take the time to make sure that they are matching potential adopter’s with a cat that will fit their lifestyle and vise versa. All animals are spayed/neutered, tested for FIV/FeLV, vaccinated, micro-chipped, and additional care is provided as needed to ensure the health of each animal. Each adopted cat or kitten also comes with a free vet visit. It is their policy to require an adoption fee that helps to cover medical and routine care of the cats in their care.
Volunteer at Ahead With Horses’ Garden Landscaping Party!
Ahead With Horses is looking for volunteers to help at their other location with landscaping, watering, planting, and weed clearance. This is very important for fire safety. YOU MUST SIGN UP BY 4:00PM ON SATURDAY, THE DAY PRIOR, IN ORDER TO CONFIRM THAT THEY WILL BE THERE. (If they do not have anyone signed up by that time, there is no guarantee that they will still be having the opportunity.) Their dress code requires you to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants for safety reasons. They also recommend bringing plenty of water. If you have your own gloves or tools, please bring them with you. They will have some if needed. A reminder that they always require volunteers to be 12 and older.
Join the Cottonwood Canyon Restoration at Arroyos and Foothills Conservancy
Join AFC at Cottonwood Canyon in Pasadena! They're working to keep this critical corridor thriving for wildlife. Restoration tasks can range from removing invasive species, planting native ones, sheet mulching, and more. Please bring water, sunscreen, and work gloves. They recommend wearing pants, long sleeves, and sturdy shoes. If available, feel free to bring any of the following tools: shovel, loppers, or trowel. Other tools and equipment will be available. Volunteers meet at 1966 Linda Vista Avenue, Pasadena. Street parking available – please use caution when crossing Linda Vista as cars drive by quickly around the bend. Restoration is led by Tim Martinez. If you have any questions, please email Program Director, Kyle Cavazos, at kylecavazos@arroyosfoothills.org
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Off The Leash in Eagle Rock
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Tail Town Cafe in Pasadena
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Restore Native Habitats with Heal the Bay at Temescal Canyon Park
Heal the bay is co-hosting a meaningful restoration day at Temescal Canyon Park in partnership with Resilient Palisades and TreePeople. This event honors the lives lost during the Palisades Fire by caring for twelve native trees planted in their memory. Volunteers will focus on removing fast-growing invasive plants that threaten the canyon's recovery, allowing the beautiful native habitat a chance to return. Due to the nature of the work and the potential for skin irritation from certain plants, protective clothing is required.
Witness the Sage-Grouse Dance with the Los Angeles Audubon Society at Dancing Chicken Weekend
Los Angeles Audubon Society invites you to Dancing Chicken Weekend 2026! They coordinate a unique multi-day field trip to the Eastern Sierra Nevada to witness the remarkable "ritual dance" of the Greater Sage-Grouse. Led by Mary Freeman, this 34th annual excursion takes a small group to Long Valley to observe these birds on their lek (breeding grounds) at dawn. The weekend includes a Friday evening presentation by a Sage-Grouse biologist and daytime birding throughout the Mono Basin to search for specialty species like the Pinyon Jay, Sooty Grouse, and Rosy Finch. This immersive experience combines citizen science with high-altitude birding, all while acting as a fundraiser to support the Society's ongoing conservation and education programs
Connect Pets with Families with The Milo Foundation at Mobile Adoption Events
The Milo Foundation bring their adoptable residents directly to the community through a series of mobile adoption events held throughout the month. Volunteers in this role help showcase a select group of dogs and cats—many of whom are currently in foster care—to potential adopters in high-traffic areas. They assist with event setup, handle the animals safely during "meet and greets," and provide information to the public about the foundation's mission to save animals from high-kill shelters. These outreach activities are a critical part of their strategy to find the perfect match for their animals, allowing people to meet and fall in love with their next family member in a relaxed, local setting. This is a high-impact role for those who enjoy public interaction and advocacy. 16+ for dog handling; 12+ for cat socialization with a guardian
Have An Adventure With An Adoptable Dog at Dog’s Day Out from OC Animal Care
OC Animal Care’s Dog’s Day Out program gives volunteers and the community the opportunity to take a dog off campus for a fun activity outside of the shelter. These field trips provide our dogs exposure to new adventures, help them relax, show off their true personalities, and connect with potential adopters all while giving participants a meaningful experience. The program helps socialize dogs and makes them more adoptable when they return to the shelter. Studies by VCA Charities show that dogs participating in Dog’s Day Out type programs are 5 to 14 times more likely to be adopted! Click here to sign up: https://www.ocpetinfo.com/dogsdayout
Help Retired Farm Animals at The Gentle Barn
At The Gentle Barn, they save the lives of animals who are too old, sick, scared, or injured to be adopted, and who would otherwise be euthanized. They give the animals sanctuary with us, and when they are ready, partner with them to help people suffering from the same stories of trauma, and connect people to the love and magic of animals. The Gentle Barn is host to foster agencies, drug and alcohol rehab centers, war veteran centers, domestic violence shelters, homeless shelters, children’s hospitals, burn centers, and individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, and grief. They are looking for outgoing, motivated, and consistent people to join our volunteer team! Applicants must be 14 years or older. Must be available to be here a minimum of two Sundays a month from 9am - 2:30pm. Click here to get started: https://www.gentlebarn.org/volunteer
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Kitten Rescue in Atwater Village
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Come Meet Your Future Love at Kitten Rescue Los Angeles’s Adoption Event at Crumbs & Whiskers in Hollywood
Come Meet Your Future Love and Join Kitten Rescue at one of their weekend adoption events to meet your next furry family member! Kitties at Petsmart and Petco locations below may be seen by appointment during store business hours. Please contact them if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
Support Adaptive Riding with the Therapeutic Riding Center as a Side-Walker
Therapeutic Riding Center invites community members to "Join the Crew" at their Los Angeles location to support life-changing adaptive riding lessons. Volunteers in this role work under the direct guidance of PATH-certified instructors to assist riders with disabilities. The main responsibilities include acting as a side-walker—walking alongside the student to provide physical and emotional stability—or as a horse leader, ensuring the horse remains calm and steady throughout the lesson. By committing to a regular weekly shift during the Spring session, volunteers help students build confidence and develop a unique bond with their equine partners. They look for dedicated individuals who can handle a strenuous outdoor environment. Volunteers must be able to stand for at least one hour at a time and walk on uneven ground. While no prior horse experience is necessary, they require attendance at a mandatory monthly training session to ensure the safety and success of the students and horses. Must be at least 14 years old
Featured Projects
Assist Animal Nonprofits with Big Sunday at AW@10 (Accessible Wednesday at 10am)
Big Sunday,
passion@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
Big Sunday invites volunteers of all abilities to join our weekly Accessible Wednesday morning program, AW@10, to support local animal rescue efforts. During this session, participants will work together to assemble "Kitty Kits" for feline residents in need at local nonprofit organizations. These activities are specifically designed to be inclusive and accessible, ensuring that everyone—including volunteers with developmental challenges—can participate in the joy of giving back. It is a wonderful opportunity to build community while providing essential supplies to help rescued cats thrive. Metered street parking is available, and a public parking garage is directly across from our building. Participants are encouraged to arrive ready to work as part of a helpful and diverse community. All ages are welcome; volunteers under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Assist Animal Nonprofits with Big Sunday at AW@10 (Accessible Wednesday at 10am)
Big Sunday,
passion@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
Big Sunday invites volunteers of all abilities to join our weekly Accessible Wednesday morning program, AW@10, to support local animal rescue efforts. Volunteers will gather at the Big Sunday headquarters to assemble "Doggie Bags" filled with helpful items for local animal-related nonprofits. This program emphasizes that absolutely everyone has something to give, providing a structured yet fun environment where guests of honor with developmental challenges and the general public can volunteer side-by-side. By preparing these supplies, the community helps ensure that local animal shelters and advocacy groups have the resources they need to care for their resident dogs. Metered street parking is available, and a public parking garage is directly across from our building. Participants are encouraged to arrive ready to work as part of a helpful and diverse community. All ages are welcome; volunteers under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Support Animal Nonprofits with Big Sunday at TM@10 (Thursday Morning at 10am)
Big Sunday,
nicolo@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
TM@10 (Thursday Morning @ 10) is not only one of our favorite programs, but it’s one of our most popular, too! We meet every Thursday morning, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. And we host hands-on projects to help local nonprofits. This week, participants will work together to assemble handmade dog toys for animals residing in local shelters. This event offers a social, lighthearted environment where people can meet new neighbors, enjoy some laughs, and create tangible items that improve the quality of life for rescued dogs. It is a perfect way to support animal welfare while being part of a helpful, diverse community. Metered street parking is available, and a public parking garage is directly across from our building. Participants are encouraged to arrive ready to work as part of a helpful and diverse community. All ages are welcome; volunteers under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian. No fee is required to participate, but slots are limited.
Support Animal Nonprofits with Big Sunday at TM@10 (Thursday Morning at 10am)
Big Sunday,
nicolo@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
TM@10 (Thursday Morning @ 10) is not only one of our favorite programs, but it’s one of our most popular, too! We meet every Thursday morning, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. And we host hands-on projects to help local nonprofits. This week, volunteers will gather to put together "Dog Care Kits" filled with supplies that support local animal-related nonprofits. This event offers a social, lighthearted environment where people can meet new neighbors, enjoy some laughs, and create tangible items that improve the quality of life for rescued dogs. It is a perfect way to support animal welfare while being part of a helpful, diverse community. Metered street parking is available, and a public parking garage is directly across from our building. Participants are encouraged to arrive ready to work as part of a helpful and diverse community. All ages are welcome; volunteers under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian. No fee is required to participate, but slots are limited.
Support Animal Nonprofits with Big Sunday at TM@10 (Thursday Morning at 10am)
Big Sunday,
nicolo@bigsunday.org,
(323)549-9944
TM@10 (Thursday Morning @ 10) is not only one of our favorite programs, but it’s one of our most popular, too! We meet every Thursday morning, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. And we host hands-on projects to help local nonprofits. This week, volunteers are invited to assemble "Cat Care Kits," which are distributed to nonprofits specializing in cat rescue, fostering, and adoption. This event offers a social, lighthearted environment where people can meet new neighbors, enjoy some laughs, and create tangible items that improve the quality of life for rescued cats. It is a perfect way to support animal welfare while being part of a helpful, diverse community. Metered street parking is available, and a public parking garage is directly across from our building. Participants are encouraged to arrive ready to work as part of a helpful and diverse community. All ages are welcome; volunteers under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian. No fee is required to participate, but slots are limited.