Join the Dancing Chicken Weekend Field Trip with Los Angeles Audubon Society
Mary Freeman will be leading her 31st trip to watch the Greater Sage Grouse performing their ritual dance in Long Valley. You will have a Sage Grouse biologist present to talk about the biology of these wonderful birds, on Friday evening. You will search for many of the eastern Sierra Nevada specialty birds the whole weekend including Rosy Finch, Juniper Titmouse, Pinyon Jay, Sooty Grouse and more. Reserve your accommodations as soon as possible as this is the opening weekend for fishing. Mail separate per person checks at $60 per person, payable to Los Angeles Audubon Society, mailed to: Los Angeles Audubon Society, P.O. Box 411301, Los Angeles CA 90041-8301. Net profits are an LAAS fundraiser. Note: Checks are held for deposit until closer to the event date and participants are confirmed. No refunds for cancellation after: End-of-day, Monday, April 8, 2024. Each participant will receive an itinerary of the weekend’s activities, and some of the hotels in Bishop, when your registration fee is received. $60 per person for the entire weekend. Limit of 12 participants, 8 cars allowed (NOTE: As of Wed. Feb. 14th, 5 spots have already been reserved with checks in the mail.). For more information on how to register, call Susan at (323) 876-0202 (voice) or email susancastor@laaudubon.org. To Register (sorry, no online payments or credit cards): 1) Send email to: susancastor@laaudubon.org and provide for EACH participant: •Name, •email address, and •Mobile phone number. If traveling with another, please advise who and how many will arrive in your vehicle. (8 car maximum allowed, 12 participants only). 2) Mail separate checks at $60 per person, payable to: Los Angeles Audubon Society to P.O. Box 411301, Los Angeles CA 90041-8301. Visit: https://www.laaudubon.org/calendar?view=calendar&month=04-2024
Transport Hay for Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
Volunteer(s) needed to pick up 1-3 bales of hay from Riverside Dr. in Glendale or from Red Barn in Reseda, bag it, then deliver it to West Los Angeles and/or Playa del Rey. Hay and fuel costs will be covered by the Los Angeles rabbit Foundation (unless you want to cover the costs and then get a charitable receipt from the organization). Since traffic is lighter on the weekends, most "hay elves" prefer to pick up hay then--but any day is fine, as long as someone is available to receive the hay. They will work with your schedule. The frequency of each volunteer's hay runs will depend on the number of new hay elves they recruit. They currently have one hay elf doing a weekly or bi-weekly run, depending on demand for the hay. Since the demand has gone up to the point where they need hay weekly, and their primary hay elf needs a break, they need more hay elves. REQUIREMENTS: Driver's License Needed, Must be at least 18, 2-3 hours, Must be 100% reliable. Visit: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp948339.jsp
Transport Suppies for Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation needs transporters to help with delivering supplies to foster homes and shelters. The address listed is for the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter, where some of the supplies are delivered. They have foster homes mostly based in West LA, but a few spread throughout L.A. They'll work with your schedule. Once they get to know you, they'll entrust you with bunny transport to the veterinarians, etc.REQUIREMENTS: Driver's License Needed, Must be at least 21, No set time commitment. Must be 100% reliable! Visit: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2719712.jsp
Care for Cute Rabbits with Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
Help abandoned rabbits by cleaning, socializing, and assisting at adoption venues and/or animal shelters. Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation has a special need for volunteers who care for rabbits in shelters. This involves cleaning and feeding the bunnies, and/or socializing and exercising them. It's also important that volunteers work with others kindly. And you have to be willing to take direction when it comes to what and how the rabbits are fed and cared for, as they have a set routine. They'll work with your schedule. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old with parents present, or over 16 if volunteering without a guardian. REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 12,1 hour per year minimum. If you sign up to volunteer at an animal shelter, you will have to go through the process that shelter requires. Visit: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2719712.jsp
Foster a Rabbit for Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
Fostering a bunny or two is a fulfilling way to help save rabbits without the long-term expenses or commitment. You can foster for any length of time. Prefer homes within 20 miles of adoption venue (Mar Vista/West LA). Indoors only! They do not stick their foster homes with rabbits like some other groups do. They're a premier rabbit organization; their rabbits are neutered and box trained to varying degrees. They do not cage rabbits: they live in a playpen when not supervised, or a well-bunnyproofed room. Thank you for helping them save lives! REQUIREMENTS: Driver's License Needed, Background Check, Must be at least 18. Humane care is outlined in our foster home contract. Here's the basic information on fostering for them: http://larabbits.org/volunteer/fostering/ .Please fill out the online application here if you want to foster or adopt: http://larabbits.org/adoption-application/
Make Wooden Boxes for Rabbits with Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
They need wooden boxes for their rescued rabbits. The boxes will be patterned after rabbit "nest boxes" and would keep bunnies warmer, and give them a place to hide and a box to jump on. Unfortunately they don't have the funding for any supplies so they would have to be donated.
Supplies: 3/4" solid unfinished pine wood, small nails or screws. They have a blueprint for the boxes that they'll email to anyone wanting to make them.This would be a super project for a school group, Eagle Scouts, etc. Visit: https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/opp2719712.jsp
Donate to the Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation
Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation is currently doing a fundraiser for seagrass mats for the public shelter rabbits. Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that is run by unpaid volunteers. Your donations will directly pay for operations, food, supplies and veterinary care for public shelter and foster rabbits! Thank you so much on behalf of the rabbits. You can also mail a check to “Los Angeles Rabbit Foundation,” 10866 Washington, #1230, Culver City, CA 90232. Our FEIN number is 20-4666808. Or if you live in the Los Angeles area, contact us to see if we can arrange pickup of your donation. Visit: https://larabbits.org/donate
Help the Mules by Donating to Lost Meadows Mule Refuge
There are many ways to help the Mules at their Refuge. You can send them a one-time donation to help with their immediate expenses, such as hay, grain and veterinary care. Or, you can set up a monthly donation to sponsor a mule or project like enrichment, hoof trims or training. Visit: https://lmmr.networkforgood.com/projects/158547-lost-meadows-mule-refuge
Volunteer withLove On 4 Paws
Why do they take animals to visit? They want to share our animals with other people - especially those who are more vulnerable, lonely, or in pain. Working with the people they visit is rewarding and fun. It is wonderful to see the affection between the patients and the dogs. In the case of some of the children they visit, the Love On 4 Paws program is their first opportunity to touch or play with an animal. Being a Love On 4 Paws volunteer is not always easy. You'll have to deal with hospital requirements (TB tests, written exams), frequent dog baths, yearly dog health exams, LA traffic, etc. But, the joy and happiness you and your wonderful animal can bring to people who are bedridden, in wheelchairs, or isolated from normal companionship is unbelievable!!! Love On 4 Paws volunteers need to be 18 or more years old, and must be able to pass a basic background check. Visit: https://www.loveon4paws.org/volunteer/
Donate to Love on 4 Paws
Love On 4 Paws is a non-profit, volunteer based organization committed to making a positive difference for those in need through animal assisted therapy. Their volunteers accomplish this by sharing the joy, comfort and healing power of their pet's unconditional love. Their emphasis is visiting with adults and special needs children in hospitals and health care facilities, although they also visit schools and participate in community events. Love On 4 Paws was established in 1997, and provides services to many facilities throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Love On 4 Paws has around 80 volunteer teams, and visits with around 50,000 people each year. Love On 4 Paws is a section 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, FEIN: 95-4638836, California Charity Registration Number 107352. Non-Profit organizations have a saying: "No Money, No Mission." And it is true! They have a continuing need for funds to cover cameras, film, uniforms, sanitary supplies, yearly vet checkups, outreach expenses, and more.Your donation will help. See below for the different options. Visit: https://www.loveon4paws.org/donate/
Support Weekly Pet Food Pantries with Michelson Found Animals
Pack food bags or help distribute dog and cat food to those in need in various LA communities with Michelson Found Animals. Must be at least 13 years old, and 13-15 year olds must volunteer with a guardian. Must be flexible and willing to help with a variety of tasks as assigned. Must have a friendly, compassionate attitude toward all people and their pets. Visit: https://www.foundanimals.org/volunteer/
Join the Pet Wellness Day Event Crew with Michelson Found Animals
Help out at check-in or with general setup at monthly wellness events, providing free pet services, resources and humane education to surrounding communities. Must be at least 13 years old, and 13-15 year olds must volunteer with a guardian. Must be flexible and willing to help with a variety of tasks as assigned. Must have a friendly, compassionate attitude toward all people and their pets. Visit: https://www.foundanimals.org/volunteer/
Become a Lifesaving Volunteer with NKLA
Best Friends and NKLA volunteers are lifesavers and are key to ensuring that the animals thrive and find loving homes. Whether you want to work hands-on with the animals, help facilitate adoptions or drive a transport van, they have opportunities to match your special skills.Sign up to volunteer. After you complete your volunteer profile, you will receive an automated email with details about volunteer opportunities along with sign-up instructions. Please familiarize yourself with the Best Friends Volunteer Handbook and Orientation (available in Digital Cheetah once you create a profile). Visit: https://bestfriends.org/nkla/ways-help
Foster a Cat with NKLA
By opening your home to an animal in need, NKLA -Best Friends are able to rescue another at-risk animal from the shelter. Their center has a set capacity for kennels, so fostering is crucial in their life saving efforts. Additionally, your observations of the cat's behavior out of the shelter environment can offer valuable insights for potential adopters. Their team will match you with a cat that most suits your abilities and home environment. They'll also take into consideration if you have other pets at home and if you have the capacity to keep them separate. When you become a foster, you offer the space and time to care for the pet, and they provide all the supplies you will need, including food and medical assistance for the animal during their stay with you. You must be at least 18 years old to participate in our foster program. If you are under 18, you are welcome to foster alongside a parent or guardian. Please have them complete our foster on-boarding process below. Community Service: Fostering for community service hours is permitted on a case by case basis. Please contact volunteerla@bestfriends.org before taking in a foster pet if hours are needed. Visit: https://volunteers.bestfriends.org/?nd=intake&unit_id=4&entry_point_id=31
Foster a Dog wiith NKLA
By opening your home to an animal in need, NKLA -Best Friends able to rescue another at-risk animal from the shelter. They're center has a set capacity for kennels, so fostering is crucial in their life saving efforts. Additionally, your observations of the dog's behavior out of the kennel can offer valuable insights for potential adopters. Their team will match you with a dog that most suits your abilities and home environment. They’ll also take into consideration if you have other pets at home and if you have the capacity to keep them separate. When you become a foster, you offer the space and time to care for the pet, and they provide all the supplies you will need, including food and medical assistance for the animal during their stay with you. You must be at least 18 years old to participate in our foster program. If you are under 18, you are welcome to foster alongside a parent or guardian. Please have them complete our foster on-boarding process below. Community Service: Fostering for community service hours is permitted on a case by case basis. Please contact volunteerla@bestfriends.org before taking in a foster pet if hours are needed. Visit: https://volunteers.bestfriends.org/?nd=intake&entry_point_id=46&unit_id=4
Volunteer with OC Animal Care
OC Animal Care's volunteer program continues to grow and is a necessary part of everyday life at OC Animal Care. Serving as a volunteer is extremely rewarding, educational, and fun. OC Animal Care volunteers are committed, caring individuals who positively impact the lives of our animals. The valuable support and service they provide are truly appreciated by the animals, staff, and visitors. If you are searching for a rewarding experience and love working with and for animals, they invite you to join the OC Animal Care volunteer team. Volunteer opportunities are available seven days a week. Visit: https://ocpetinfo.com/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities
Participate in Community Service Projects with OC Animal Care
Community Service Projects are a great way for those under the age of 18 to earn service hours and help the pets at our shelter! Seeee what community service projects you can complete to provide enrichment for OC Animal Care's shelter animals! Visit: https://ocpetinfo.com/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities
Donate to Support OC Animal Care
Oc Animal Care's Amazon Wishlist is a great, contactless, way to donate! Their Wishlist is kept up to date with items that they can always use and, thanks to fast shipping, your donation will arrive quickly and be put to good use right away! Drop-off Donations: They can accept drop-off donations during normal operating business hours. They are always in need of blankets, towels, and newspapers! They are not accepting sheets, pillows, or blankets with stuffing. Monetary Donations are also welcome! Looking to specifically donate towards our Medical Pet Program? Donate to pets in need of high-priority medical care through the Noble Friends Foundation for OC Animal Care. Visit: https://ocpetinfo.com/get-involved/donate
Donate to Support PalsnPets Work
PalsNPets is dedicated to help people experiencing homelessness and their pets. Their mission is to support interim housing with veterinary assistance, pet education, grooming, and dog training. By offering these services, they enable individuals to access shelter while keeping their beloved pets by their side. Visit: https://palsnpets.org/support-our-work-1
Donate to Support Pasadena Humane Society
Pasadena Humane is more than an animal shelter; they are a community-supported animal resource center providing compassion and care for all animals. Since 1903, Pasadena Humane has offered lifesaving programs and services for animals and the people who love them in the Greater Los Angeles Area. At their Pasadena campus, they provide shelter, dedicated care and new beginnings for thousands of their community’s most vulnerable animals every year. In addition to pet adoptions and foster, they focus on programs and services aimed at helping people care for and keep their pets, such as free and low-cost spay/neuter and vaccines, a pet food pantry, and an animal support call center. In 2022, Pasadena Humane helped nearly 40,000 animals through adoptions, wildlife rehabilitation, lost & found, veterinary services, and surrender prevention assistance. Visit: https://pasadenahumane.org/give/
Featured Projects
Spend a Day with Rescue Dogs and Us at The Brittany Foundation!
Big Sunday,
info@bigsunday.org,
(323) 549-9944
Join us for a day of walking, bathing, and working alongside the dogs of The Brittany Foundation! Volunteering is a great way to offer direct help to the dogs at the rescue and you’ll get to see first-hand the difference you're making! They need your help with dog walking, socializing dogs, playing with the dogs, grooming, and landscaping. Whatever you know how to do, there’s a place for you! The event will take place outside, so please remember to dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes. All ages are welcome, but all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. VIsit: https://bigsunday.org/wildwoollyapril24/
Get Your Pet Portrait Taken with Big Sunday
Big Sunday,
info@bigsunday.org,
(323) 549-9944
Bring your pet by Big Sunday headquarters to have their portrait taken (for FREE!) by a professional photographer. The portrait can include people (e.g., you) or just be your pet. For every portrait we take, Big Sunday will donate 5 cans of dog food or cat food (your choice!) to our Wild & Woolly Pet Food Collection! (The goal in April is 2024 cans of each. You do the math!) Please Note: This is a limited capacity event. Please sign up for the event if you would like to attend. All ages welcome! Visit: https://bigsunday.org/wildwoollyapril24/
Come to Big Sunday’s Kitty-Palooza!
Big Sunday,
info@bigsunday.org,
(323) 549-9944
Join Big Sunday and Kitty Bungalow for a Volunteer/Adoption/Kitty-Palooza! We'll be building kitty supply kits, kitty-sized fleece blankets, helping Kitty Bungalow staff with cleaning and care maintainance and facilitating their weekly adoption event. Bring your best cat-themed outfit and get ready to party! Visit: https://bigsunday.org/wildwoollyapril24/