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At Optimist, volunteers and mentors play a critical role in the lives of our youth.
Through a variety of programs and activities, our volunteers and mentors act as stable role models to guide and inspire our youth. Through their consistent presence, they help improve educational achievements, promote health and safety, and inspire pro-social and emotional behaviors. It is the intention that impacting these areas will lead to the overall safety, wellbeing, and increased permanency for our youth. We have immediate openings for volunteers and mentors! Volunteer opportunities are available in Palmdale, Woodland Hills, Highland Park and Mission Hills. Most volunteer opportunities are for individuals ages 21+, however, if you would like to help and are under 21, please contact us for ideas.
At Optimist, volunteers and mentors play a critical role in the lives of our youth.
Through a variety of programs and activities, our volunteers and mentors act as stable role models to guide and inspire our youth. Through their consistent presence, they help improve educational achievements, promote health and safety, and inspire pro-social and emotional behaviors. It is the intention that impacting these areas will lead to the overall safety, wellbeing, and increased permanency for our youth.
We have immediate openings for volunteers and mentors!
Volunteer opportunities are available in Palmdale, Woodland Hills, Highland Park and Mission Hills. Most volunteer opportunities are for individuals ages 21+, however, if you would like to help and are under 21, please contact us for ideas.
For social work and therapist internship opportunities, please contact jevans@oyhfs.org.
For social work and therapist internship opportunities, please contact jevans@oyhfs.org.
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with foster youth.
Sign up to help with a project
that ranges from 1-5 days.
SHORT-TERM PROJECTS
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Spend one-on-one time
with a foster child.
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Alison & Cassidy
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Alison & Cassidy
Volunteer
"The stories we have heard, and helping people through some of their darkest times has enriched our lives. We love visiting Optimist!"
Catherine
Volunteer/Mentor
Catherine
Volunteer/Mentor
"The girls I visit at Optimist are unique, creative, passionate, and humorous. They teach me how to find joy in the small things in life."
StevenVolunteer
Steven
Volunteer
"It is an absolute honor to be a volunteer for Optimist. Safe to say the youth help me put life into perspective and turn negative emotions into positive energy. Thank you for giving me the most rewarding experience of my life."
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We respect your privacy! We are committed to keeping your e-mail address confidential. We do not sell, rent, or lease our contact data or lists to third parties, and we will not provide your personal information to any third party individual, government agency, or company at any time.