Big Sunday happily welcomes you to Our Really Big Community Calendar.
We try to include all kinds of volunteering and helping opportunities for all kinds of interests, talents, passions, and ages! As you’ll see, these include volunteering opportunities (one-time and long-term) as well as the chance to support a nonprofit by attending fundraising events. Plus, of course, we include all of Big Sunday’s homegrown events, too! Whoever you are, and whatever you do, there is someone out there who could use your help.
If you have questions about our calendar, or would like to add a listing, please contact calendar@bigsunday.org or submit your event/opportunity via the button below.
Join Human Rights Lecturer at Southwestern Jose Siderman for a lecture on “How International Law Can Eradicate Torture” Feb. 25. The special lecture will include a response to cynics by Juan Mendez, UN Special Rapporteur on Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
- COCKTAIL RECEPTION – 6:30 pm
- LECTURE/Q & A – 7:30 pm
Please RSVP to advancement@swlaw.edu or 213-738-6814.
Join our friends at Program for Torture Victims (PTV) as they Ride for Human Rights! PTV rebuilds the lives of torture survivors from over 70 countries who have stood up for freedom, democracy, and human dignity.
Don’t miss a chance to support this great organization on Saturday, March 5 at the SoulCycle Pasadena Studio. Soulcycle makes fitness joyful. You’ll climb, jog, sprint, dance, set intentions and break through boundaries. The best part? You’ll do it together, as a community.
REGISTER TO RIDE FOR ONLY $35 OR IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT, SPONSOR TEAM PTV!
SoulCycle is an engaging and inspirational workout, filled with energizing music and positivity that benefits both the body and mind.
Only this time you’re not just benefiting yourself–100% of proceeds will go to support local survivors of torture, persecution, and other human rights abuse who have fled to the U.S. for freedom and safety.
Limited seats left! There are many choices: You can make a team gift, sponsor a specific rider, ride, or ride and raise funds for PTV survivors. Questions? Contact Sophie Westacott at swestacott@ptvla.org or 917-698-9417.
Don’t miss a secret supper at the Belgian Consulate General Residence on Thursday, April 21 to benefit Program for Torture Victims. PTV rebuilds the lives of torture survivors from over 70 countries who have stood up for freedom, democracy, and human dignity.
- APERITIF – 6:30PM
- FIVE COURSE DINNER WITH WINE PAIRING – 7:30PM
The special event is hosted by the Belgian Ambassador at the official Consul General residence in Hancock Park. Limited to 32 guests. $200 per person with all proceeds benefiting PTV! Ticket inquires? Please email swestacott@ptvla.org.
LA Makerspace is a community-based organization whose mission is to foster innovation among Angelenos by offering increased access to new opportunities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics).
Program Description: LA Makerspace (LAM) seeks a creative, dynamic instructor with a strong maker background to teach Minecraft workshops for kids, teens, and adults. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating workshops in public libraries, schools, and private settings based on curriculum developed by LA Makerspace. Working within the framework of this curriculum, instructors are encouraged to customize the workshops to suit their instructional styles and the needs of the workshop participants.
Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: Facilitate Minecraft workshops in locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Most workshops are provided through the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) system and take place at LAPL branches throughout the city. They also provide occasional workshops for school groups or special events. Coordinate with LAM staff to order and deliver supplies and tools to workshop sites.
Create a safe and fun learning environment for participants, including teaching safety skills for materials and equipment. Guide Minecraft Assistant(s) in setup and how to manage/handle situations that may arise. Administer program evaluations at the end of each workshop. Participate in research and curriculum development projects.
Time Commitment: Variable hours
Requirements: Technical knowledge about Minecraft and multiplayer servers. Familiarity with the online Minecraft community. Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and players’ questions/challenges during a session. Ability to multitask and juggle questions in a hectic, free play environment. Creative approach to gaming aligned with maker ideals. Strong interest and background in maker pedagogy; ability to teach maker learning styles to beginners. Commitment to ongoing skill development.
Benefits: Expose LA youth to the wonderful field of STEAM
Please email your resume to, Ned Martinez-Zavala at ned@lamakerspace.org to express interest.
SAVE THE DATE & TICKETS ON SALE TODAY!
Please join PTV for the 6th Annual Human Dignity Awards Dinner, it promises to be a fun and heartfelt evening in downtown Los Angeles as they honor actor and LGBT advocate George Takei (Star Trek), Vietnamese human rights activist Ta Phong Tan, and L.A. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas.
- Reception: 5:30 pm
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Dinner & Program: 7:00pm
- Parking: Self-park $8
For more info, please visit http://ptvla.org/dinner/.
View and sign up for a volunteer assignment here: http://tinyurl.com/wonderwomanvolunteer
The Jessica M. Berman Wonder Woman Walk for Breast Cancer is looking for 100+ volunteers to help
on Sunday, September 18th, 2016. Volunteer assignments include registration, water stations, expo, start/finish line and kids zone.
The Jessica M. Berman WONDER WOMAN WALK for Breast Cancer benefits Tower Cancer Research Foundation, which provides funding for
important and innovative breast cancer research and patient support services. The Walk celebrates breast cancer survivors and honors those who
have lost their battle with the disease. You're invited to help support this great event!
For questions about volunteering, or to register a group (10+), please email michelle@socalvolunteers.com.
Website Weekend is a weekend-long hackathon where teams of digital professionals, including designers, developers, copy writers, and more, are paired up with local nonprofit organizations. Over the course of the weekend, the teams will work closely with representatives from the nonprofit organizations to design, develop and launch new websites for the nonprofits. We need help from experienced web developers and designers, user experience professionals, copy writers, digital marketers, and more. We also need help with general volunteer tasks: handling checkins, cleanup, making sure lunch and breakfast are served, and that everyone has everything they need to be comfortable and productive. For more info, please visit http://websiteweekend.la/.
Amnesty International invites you to this year's Western Regional Conference! Join them October 28-30, 2016, as they stand shoulder to shoulder in the great city of Los Angeles to make a lasting human rights impact. The Western Regional Conference brings together hundreds of Amnesty members and other human rights activists from around the country. With the Regional Conference Planning Committee and Regional Office as co-hosts, together they will continue the tradition of engaging in networking opportunities, inspiring plenaries, outstanding keynotes, and hands-on skill-building workshops, as well as shaping the policies of the organization.
Through interactive programs and workshops, exceptional speakers and engaging exhibits, the Regional Conference will facilitate discussions about human rights issues in the United States and around the world and motivate us to take action. As an activist, you will be challenged to initiate change within your own community. This will only happen with you – you need to be there!
For more info, please visit http://www.amnestyusa.org/events/regional-conferences/western.
On Thanksgiving morning, don't miss the Drumstick Dash 5K/10K as participants run with the stars on the backlot of CBS Studios for a great cause. All proceeds from the event go to provide meals, shelter, and clothing for homeless individuals throughout the greater Los Angeles area!
The theme is simple: "Move Your Feet So Others Can Eat!" Start your Thanksgiving morning off with some physical exercise for a great purpose!
For more information, visit www.digthedash.com.
More than pink.
If you are like most people, you know someone who has had breast cancer. One in eight women, and some men, will have the disease during their lifetime.
Now imagine a world without breast cancer. That's the vision of Susan G. Komen.
The Los Angeles County affiliate hosts its 20th Annual Race for the Cure® at Dodger Stadium on March 11.
Sign up at www.komenlacounty.org/race.
