Spring is in the air and April is all about celebrating nature and our planet. There are so many volunteer opportunities this month that are all about cleaning up and preserving the environment and celebrating the spirit of the season: new beginnings.

From bringing the community together to celebrate spring to cleaning up our precious beaches, there are many ways to contribute your time and talents this April. Here are some upcoming volunteer opportunities and community events in the South Bay.

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April Volunteer Opportunities

ICAN Garden Volunteer Day

Date: April 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: 2375 Sepulveda Blvd. Torrance CA 90501

In preparation for their upcoming Garden Party, ICAN is looking for volunteers to help bring new life to their garden. Tasks will include weeding, planting flowers, and sprucing up the space. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just eager to help, there’s a task for everyone. Lunch is provided.
Sign up here

Springfest Redondo – Event Volunteers Needed

Date: April 16 -19, 2026
Location: Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center

Help make the NRBBA’s Springfest 2025 a success! Volunteers receive a free t-shirt and a drink ticket. Opportunities, which are available for all ages (13+), range from ticket and raffle sales to drink servers and bike valet.
Sign Up Here

King Harbor and Pier CleanUp Day

Date: April 19, 2026, 8am-Noon
Location: King Harbor and Redondo Beach Pier area

Join this community cleanup to help keep the coastline pristine. Spend the morning with friends and neighbors removing debris and litter from the beach.
Sign up here

South Bay Parkland Conservancy

Date: Multiple dates throughout April
Location: Multiple

April is Earth Month so let’s celebrate by helping our local environment. Join SBPC for volunteer days across the South Bay:
Hopkins Wilderness Park – Tuesday mornings and Sundays
Esplanade Bluffs – Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings
Madrona Marsh Nursery – Thursday mornings
Alondra Park – once a month Fridays
Hermosa Greenbelt – Saturday mornings
Seaside Heroes Park – 2nd Saturday of the month
Henrietta Basin – 3rd Saturday
Sign up here

South Bay Parkland Conservancy Earth Day 2026

Date: April 18, 2026
Location: Hopkins Wilderness Park

In addition to volunteer opportunities all month long, the SBPC is also hosting a community event at Hopkins Wilderness Park to celebrate Earth Day. Participants can get involved in restoration, enjoy crafts and activities, an educational seminar, a nature walk and more. Volunteers are needed to help run the event.
Sign up here

Family-Friendly Earth Day Beach Cleanup

Date: April 19, 2026, 10am-12pm
Location: Hermosa Beach

Blume Behavioral Health and R&R Health invites everyone to join in for a community beach clean up in Hermosa Beach. They’ll be gathering on the sand in front of Scotty’s on the Strand, just south of the Hermosa Beach Pier for a morning of community connection and giving back to our coastline. All are welcome. Families, kids, colleagues, and friends encouraged. We’re also excited to have local professionals and community partners joining us. Snacks and water provided. Look for the R&R Health tent and Blume Behavioral Health table on the beach.
RSVP here

Culture Club South Bay

Date: April 25, 2026 8am – 1pm
Location: Manhattan Beach

Volunteer with CCSB to help kids build confidence and support youth in knowing they belong at the beach too. For many of the kids they serve, this is their first time in the ocean! As a volunteer you can support surf and beach volleyball activities, be a mentor, provide a steady presence and be part of something rooted in community, culture, and connection.
Sign up here

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities in the South Bay

Richstone Family Centers

Richstone Family Centers provides critical support services to children and families across the South Bay. Volunteers help with food distribution programs and youth enrichment activities.

Food Distribution:
Thursdays
10 AM to 11:30 AM

Kids Club After School Program:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
3:45 PM to 5:45 PM
Monday
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Learn more: https://www.richstonefamily.org/volunteer

Roundhouse Aquarium Teaching Center Volunteer Program

The Roundhouse Aquarium Teaching Center offers a hands-on opportunity for volunteers who are passionate about marine life and environmental education.

Interpretive volunteers engage with visitors, teach guests about Southern California marine ecosystems, and help create an interactive learning experience for people of all ages. Minimum Volunteer Age: 13

Learn more: https://roundhouseaquarium.org/volunteer/interpretive-volunteer

Beach Cities Health District Errand Volunteer Program

Beach Cities Health District offers an ongoing volunteer opportunity focused on helping older adults and individuals with disabilities maintain independence.

Volunteers assist with errands and transportation to essential appointments and services.

Details
• Ongoing volunteer opportunity
• 1 year commitment required
• BCHD orientation required

Apply here: Beach Cities Health District Volunteer Program

Friends of Madrona Marsh Habitat Restoration

Volunteers support habitat restoration by removing non-native plants, clearing vegetation, and planting native species to improve conditions for local wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and pollinators. Events take place on select Saturdays from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. All tools are provided, but volunteers should come prepared to work outdoors. Activities may be canceled due to bad weather. Open to ages 10 and up.

More info and sign up here: friendsofmadronamarsh.com/series/habitat-restoration

ICAN California Abilities Network

As an ICAN volunteer, you’ll spnd time as a companion and an advocate for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Volunteer opportunities include supporting clients with engaging day clubs, job prep, and joining recreational outings and overnight camps. You can also assist with decor, setup and running events. Join on your own or as a group on weekdays, evenings, or weekends at one of their sites in Redondo Beach, Torrance or Long Beach. Volunteering at ICAN is completely free to you, and no experience is required. They will provide you with comprehensive training.

Apply here: https://ican.org/volunteer

NAMI HelpLine Volunteer

Volunteers on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine become a vital part of a person’s mental health journey. Volunteers serving on the NAMI HelpLine are well-trained, equipped with tools, and supported by NAMI HelpLine Staff. Volunteering from home, using your computer, you will answer calls and texts from people reaching out for help and provide them with mental health information, resources, and emotional support.

Apply here: https://www.nami.org/nami-helpline/the-heart-of-the-nami-helpline-volunteers

Food Forward Farmers Market Recovery Volunteer

Help reduce food waste by collecting leftover food from local farmers markets, like the Torrance Saturday and Tuesday markets. Glean Team Leaders (GTLs) are trained volunteers who collect fresh, surplus produce at farmers market “gleaning” events across Los Angeles. Volunteers distribute empty boxes to participating vendors, collect the food donations at the end of the market, weigh and record the donations, and prepare the boxes for pick-up by one of Food Forward’s partner hunger relief organizations.

More info here: https://foodforward.org/glean-team-leader-interest

Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Outdoors Distribution

Volunteers are needed to help maintain crowd control and distribute food boxes to older adults in need at monthly food distribution events held at the Carson Senior Center. Volunteers must be at least 18 and be able to bend and lift up to 30 pounds
Sign up here

Community Events Supporting Local Causes

Another way to make a difference is by attending community events that raise funds for local nonprofits and programs.

Camp Pendelton and Fort MacArthur Collection

Date: April 11, 2026, 9am-12pm
Location: Hathorne High School, 4859 El Segundo Blvd. Hawthorne, CA 90250

Camp Pendleton is home to over 70,000 Marines and 10,000 children under 5. Many of these young families lack essentials for newborns and small children, plus furnishings for their housing. The Rotary Clubs of District 5280 are collecting new and gently used items to supply Camp Pendleton’s “Warrior Warehouse” and Fort MacArthur’s “Airman’s Attic”, which is filled with donated items that are free for local military families.

Items needed include:
Diapers
Baby & children’s clothes
Books, bathtubs, strollers, cribs
Dishes, cookware, meal prep
tools
Bedding
Gift cards ($25) to Target/Walmart

Sandpipers 34th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon

Date: April 18, 2026
Location: Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel

The Sandpipers’ celebrated annual event is not just a fashion show, but a day out to shop, enjoy lunch and view a New York-style runway show featuring top designers. The event also features more than 25 local vendors with one of a kind fine jewelry, unique clothing and handbags, and beautiful home decor. The best part is, all of it goes to fund Sandpiper philanthropic endeavors.
Tickets and info

A Fistful of Dollars for a Cause

Date: April 18, 2026
Location: The Empty Saddle Club, 39 Empty Saddle Road, Rolling Hills Estates

Las Candalistas 2026 fundraiser is inspired by Spaghetti Westerns. You’ll enjoy an evening of live music, comedy and delicious dining to fit the theme. In addition to your ticket price, you can also help support Las Candalistas with a bid in the silent auction.
Tickets and more info

3rd Annual Waterfront Ultra

Date: April 25, 2026
Location: Project Barley Waterfront

Inspired by the world famous Backyard Ultra Championships created by Lazarus Lake, every hour on the hour, racers take the starting line and run 4.167 miles. The race continues every hour until only one athlete remains. The Project Barley Waterfront side will be open to the public all day, so even if you’re not racing, you can join in the fun and cheer on the racers while enjoying live music and good food. All proceeds benefit Cancer Support Community South Bay.
Register here

Looking for More Ways to Volunteer in the South Bay?

Volunteerism plays a vital role in strengthening the South Bay community. Whether helping local families, protecting the environment, mentoring youth, or supporting nonprofit organizations, every act of service helps create a stronger and more connected community.

For even more opportunities to give back, explore South Bay Volunteers, a growing hub connecting residents with local nonprofits and meaningful ways to get involved.

Local Anchor will continue highlighting volunteer opportunities and community initiatives throughout the year to help connect the South Bay community with ways to make a positive impact.

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