Donate to Support Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife (CLAW)
Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife, Inc. (CLAW) is at the forefront of urban wildlife advocacy. Their mission is to protect wildlife habitats and corridors throughout Los Angeles and California, restore habitats destroyed by development, and educate citizens about how to co-exist with their animal neighbors. Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife, Inc. is a public benefit non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation. Please consider making your donation a sustainable monthly donation. All donations are tax deductible.
Create Meaningful Connections as a Core Volunteer with the LA Zoo
Join the Core Volunteer team at the L.A. Zoo and help enhance the visitor experience while supporting wildlife conservation. Starting opportunities include working at the information station, events, and habitat interpretation. Volunteers must be 14 to apply.
Become a Docent and Educate Vistors at the LA Zoo
Do you love animals an enjoy meaningful engagement with people? Want to make a positive impact on wildlife and habitats? Consider becoming a docent at the L.A. Zoo! Docents are volunteer educators and zoo guides at the L.A. Zoo. They engage with visitors, sharing insights about the Zoo and the natural world, and serve as advocates for conservation efforts. Through training, docents gain a deep understanding of the flora and fauna at the Zoo, and learn skills to effectively connect with guests, including tours, interpreting at habitats, and facilitating educational activities.
Celebrate Wild for the Planet at the LA Zoo with a weekend of wildlife conservation, interactive learning, and family-friendly fun
Want to help care for the animals at the LA Zoo? Keeper/Animal Care Volunteers will need to submit a completed City Volunteer Application, resume, and proof of at least 100 hours working with exotic animals, wild animals, or large livestock at a facility other than the L.A. Zoo. The latter can be in the form of a time sheet or a letter from your supervisor. Vet tech or pet store experience does not apply. If accepted into the program, you are required to submit a current TB test (within three months) and commit to a minimum of two eight-hour days per month.
Champion Wildlife Conservation with the International Rhino Foundation through Global Advocacy
Helping Rhinos engages a global network of volunteers to support the protection and expansion of rhino populations across Africa and Asia. During Earth Month, they seek "Rhino Ambassadors" to help spread awareness about the critically endangered status of the five remaining rhino species through digital advocacy and local community outreach. Volunteers assist by sharing educational resources, participating in virtual fundraising workshops, and helping to document conservation success stories like the recovery of the Greater One-Horned Rhino. This remote-friendly role allows individuals to contribute to international wildlife protection from their own communities. Supporters can help raise funds for anti-poaching units and habitat restoration projects by organizing local awareness events or participating in coordinated social media campaigns.
Guard Endangered Species with Helping Rhinos as a Rhino Guardian
Helping Rhinos invites supporters to take a standing role in wildlife protection by becoming a Rhino Guardian. This monthly giving program provides the consistent, reliable funding necessary to keep anti-poaching teams in the field and maintain the "Rhino Strongholds" where these animals can thrive. They ensure that every Guardian is kept informed with exclusive updates from the front lines, showing exactly how their contributions are being used to provide medical care, aerial surveillance, and habitat security for endangered black and white rhinos.
Support Wildlife Orphans with Helping Rhinos through their Adoption Program
Helping Rhinos offers a unique way for the community to connect with individual animals through their Rhino Adoption program. Supporters can choose to "adopt" a specific rhino orphan, such as those being raised at the Zululand Rhino Orphanage, providing the funds needed for specialized milk, veterinary care, and 24-hour security. They provide adopters with a digital adoption pack, including a certificate and regular photos and videos of their rhino's progress, allowing families and classrooms to follow the journey of a young rhino as it prepares for an eventual return to the wild. They manage a symbolic adoption program that directly funds the rehabilitation of orphaned calves whose mothers were lost to poaching. It is a meaningful way to contribute to the survival of the species while learning about the individual personalities of the rhinos in their care.
Beautify Los Angeles with LANLT’s Community Aid Teams
The Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust was founded in 2002 to address Los Angeles's park inequities. They focus their efforts exclusively in communities of color that have little to no access to green space. Their Park Spaces and Community Gardens are calling for you, won't you volunteer with them? You don't need a green thumb—just a willing heart. Volunteer at a one-time event or workshop series at one of the parks! Partner directly with a garden elder or family who needs a helping hand! Join in planting seeds of change. Email bmoraga@lanlt.org, call 213-449-2603 or scan QR code, to find your perfect volunteer fit in a garden or park near you. https://www.lanlt.org/
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.