Your Move Can Change Everything.
There are three powerful ways to advance our mission. Every action — big or small — creates ripples across South LA.
Three Ways to Create Change
Pick Your Path
Whether you give, serve, or shop — every action powers a South LA community member forward.
Donate
Your gift directly funds housing, workforce training, and mental health services for justice-involved adults in South LA.
100% goes to direct program services
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Volunteer
Bring your professional skills, lived experience, or simply your time. We have a role for everyone.
200+ active volunteers making a daily difference
Apply to Volunteer
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Every item you buy directly funds ASF programs. Look good. Do good.
100% of net proceeds support ASF programs
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Join Our Team
Fill out the form and our team will match you with the right program within 2 business days.
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Flexible Scheduling
Mornings, evenings, weekends — we work around your life.
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Skill-Matched
We place you where your strengths create the most impact.
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Hours Documented
Receive official volunteer hour verification for professional or academic use.
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Real Impact
You'll see and feel the difference you're making — guaranteed.
Volunteer Application
Volunteer Process
From Application to Impact in 4 Steps
Apply Online
Submit our short volunteer application above. Takes less than 3 minutes.
Get Matched
Our team reviews your skills and schedule to find your perfect program role.
Complete Orientation
Short online or in-person orientation to meet the team and learn how we operate.
Start Serving
Begin your role and start making a real difference in the lives of justice-involved adults in South LA.
Not at all. We provide full training and will match you to a role that fits your background. What matters most is commitment and genuine care for the community.
Most volunteer roles require 2-4 hours per week. We'll discuss your availability during the intake call and find a schedule that works for you.
Yes. Anyone working directly with program participants is required to complete a background check. This is a standard requirement to ensure the safety of the individuals in our programs.
Absolutely. We welcome corporate volunteer days and group projects. Contact us at info@asteptofreedom.org to discuss group volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer Stories
Hear From Our Volunteers
"ASF changed my life. I went from having no direction to landing my first real job — all because of the mentors here."