Serve South LA
This movement runs on people who show up. Whether you have two hours or twenty, professional skills or willing hands — there's a place for you in this work.
Get Involved
Apply to Volunteer
We match every volunteer with a role that fits their skills and schedule. Fill out the form and we'll be in touch within 2–3 business days.
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Flexible Scheduling
Direct service, outreach events, skilled projects — volunteer on your own terms.
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Skill-Matched Placement
We connect you with roles that actually use your unique talents and experience.
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Real Community Impact
Work directly alongside people rebuilding their lives — this is movement work, not charity work.
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Hours Verified
Official documentation for professional needs, court requirements, and academic credit.
Volunteer Application
How to Join
Four Steps to the Movement
From application to active volunteering typically takes 2–3 weeks.
Apply
Complete our online volunteer application. Tell us about yourself, your interests, and your availability.
Background Check
All volunteers working directly with participants undergo background screening. Having a record doesn't automatically disqualify you — we evaluate case by case.
Orientation
Attend volunteer orientation (offered monthly, in-person and virtual). Learn our mission, programs, culture, and expectations.
Training & Placement
Complete role-specific training and get matched with opportunities that fit your skills and schedule. Then show up.
Volunteer Power
What Our Volunteers Make Possible
Outreach runs on community. Warm the Streets has mobilized 1,000+ volunteers and distributed 10,000+ blankets since 2014.
Outreach Volunteers
Since Warm the Streets launched in 2014
Blankets Distributed
Through Warm the Streets outreach
Partner Organizations
Collaborating on outreach events
Volunteer Stories
Hear From Our Volunteers
"I came to give back. I left understanding that I was the one receiving. The people I've worked with here have taught me more about resilience than anything else ever could."
"As a lawyer, I wanted to use my skills for something that mattered. Volunteering with ASF lets me help people navigate systems that were designed to exclude them. It's the most meaningful work I do."
No prior experience required for most roles. We provide all necessary training. Skilled volunteer positions (legal, medical, financial, etc.) require relevant professional background.
Not automatically. We evaluate on a case-by-case basis. Many of our staff and volunteers have lived experience with the justice system — it's often an asset in this work.
Yes, with some guidelines. We ask that individuals in recovery have at least one year of sobriety before working directly with participants in recovery programs. Other roles may be available sooner.
Yes. We provide documentation for court-ordered community service, school requirements, and professional development purposes.
Direct service volunteers must be 18+. Youth volunteers (14–17) are welcome for events and outreach projects with parental consent.