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.

Big Sunday Event Giving Opportunity! One-time Volunteer Opportunity Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity
Feb
11
Sat
Nature Center Docent Training @ George F. Canyon Nature Center
Feb 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

trailcrewAs a Nature Center Docent, you will support open hours of George F. Canyon Nature Center (Fridays 1-4pm, Saturday, or Sunday 10am-4pm) for the public, sharing information about the exhibits and trail, along with continuing to expand knowledge on the local area. The Nature Center is a hub for visitors to learn more about efforts by the Land Conservancy, local ecology, geology and cultural history. Visitation at the site can vary between quiet with the occasional hiker to bustling with excitement for guided hikes, field trips, and other events.

Tasks include:
– Greet visitors, answer basic questions about Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC), preserve and local nature, or direct visitor to resources such as landmarks on the peninsula
– Assist with monthly projects around center like exhibit rotation, keeping information current in kiosk, light cleaning or gardening
– Assist with preparations for and implementing hikes and special events such as scout badges, birthday parties and student field trips
– Create a safe place and fun atmosphere for children and adults
– Assist in care of captive live animals

No skills or experience required. An interest in learning more about the Peninsula and George F. Canyon’s local natural and cultural history and geology. Must be 18 years or older.

For further information and to sign up please visit:
http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com

Outdoor Volunteer Day: Alta Vicente @ Alta Vicente Reserve (Meet at St Paul's Lutheran Church)
Feb 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

altavicentePlease join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for their Outdoor Volunteer Day from 9am to 12pm at Alta Vicente Reserve! They will be working to remove invasive weeds which degrade important wildlife habitat and replacing them with native plants!

Please meet them at the Alta Vicente trailhead next to St Paul's Lutheran Church at 31290 Palos Verdes Dr W, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. Please do not park in the church parking lot. Park on the street. Extra parking can be found in Golden Cove Shopping Center.

The group will be working outdoors, so please wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection and be sure to bring drinking water and a snack. A reusable water bottle is recommended. Thank you for volunteering to conserve the Palos Verdes Peninsula!

To sign up please visit:
http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com

Trail Crew Training @ Please register for address details.
Feb 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Trail Crew Training @ Please register for address details.

Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Conservancy's indoor introductory class to learn more about how you can help improve Peninsula trails! Snacks and coffee will be provided! Following this course, don't miss field classes held every 2nd Saturday from 9am to 12pm that focus on various techniques for erosion repair, building rock walls, proper pruning and more! No experience needed, 18 and over.

For further information and to sign up please visit http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com.

Feb
14
Tue
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 14 – Feb 15 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

Feb
15
Wed
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 15 – Feb 16 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

Feb
17
Fri
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 17 – Feb 18 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

Feb
18
Sat
White Point Nature Center Docent @ White Point Nature Center
Feb 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
White Point Nature Center Docent @ White Point Nature Center | Los Angeles | California | United States

Become a White Point Nature Center Docent!

Site Overview:
With added support from Nature Center Docents, the Conservancy is better able to inform the public about ongoing land preservation, restoration work and the mission of “preserving land and restoring habitat for the education and enjoyment of all.”

As a Volunteer Nature Center Docent, you will support open hours of White Point Nature Education Center (Wednesday, Saturday, or Sunday 10am-4pm) for the public, sharing information about the exhibits and Nature Preserve, along with continuing to expand knowledge of the local area.

The Nature Center is a hub for visitors to learn more about efforts by the Land Conservancy, local ecology, geology and cultural history. Visitation at the site can vary between quiet with the occasional hiker to bustling with excitement for for plant sales, guided hikes, field trips, lectures and other events.

Job Description:

  • Greet visitors, answer basic questions about PVPLC, preserve and local nature, or direct visitor to resources such as landmarks on the peninsula
  • Assist with monthly projects around center like exhibit rotation, keeping information current in kiosk, light cleaning or gardening
  • Assist with preparations for workshops, field trips and plant sales
  • Create a safe place and fun atmosphere for children and adults
  • This opportunity is 18 and over.

To sign up please visit:
http://pvplc.volunteerhub.com

Feb
21
Tue
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 21 – Feb 22 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

Feb
22
Wed
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 22 – Feb 23 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

Feb
24
Fri
Volunteers: Man2Man Project @ Please contact Brenda for more details.
Feb 24 – Feb 25 all-day

Friends of the Family (FOF) is seeking volunteers for their LA2050-funded Man2Man Project.  Are you an adult male over 30 who would like to have a positive impact on a young man’s life as he strives to step up to fatherhood?  Ideal volunteers would reside in the LA Metro area, be fathers themselves (not mandatory), be well established in their lives and careers, and be able to commit to 6 – 8 hours per month during 2017 to mentor a participant in FOF’s Young Dads program.  All activities and mentor coaching will be coordinated by the agency.  The M2M Program develops vibrant communities by supporting two generations, young fathers and their children, through quality mentoring relationships and by building social networks of adults committed to making life better for future generations. If you have wisdom to share and support to provide, please contact FOF. For more information, please contact Brenda Hillhouse, Director of Development, at 818-988-4430 or brenda@fofca.org.

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