Opportunity Details
Join the Event Crew for MLK Day
Take action by joining the Event Crew at the MLK Day Volunteer Festival to support our Beloved Community and honor Dr. King’s legacy.
Why: Service empowers individuals, strengthens communities, bridges barriers, creates solutions, and moves us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a beloved community. It breaks down barriers by bringing people from different backgrounds together and it benefits those who choose to serve. By joining the volunteer event crew, you’ll help ensure that more than 1500 Angelenos can successfully come together in service on this day.
Who: L.A. Works strives to unite Angelenos and inspire action for a more equitable Los Angeles.
What to Expect:
- The shift from 9:30am – 2:30pm will help set up the site and help direct volunteers throughout the event.
- The shift from 1:30pm – 6:00pm will help direct volunteers throughout the event and will help breakdown the projects and load the completed items.
- Volunteer to address critical issues of food insecurity, homelessness, education equity, and economic opportunity;
- Learn about ways to support and advocate for the community year-round;
- Hear from special speakers; and
- Enjoy food for purchase.
What’s Required: As an event crew member, you’ll be expected to be able to lift up to 45 pounds and are able to be stay on your feet for the full shift. Note: for an event crew support role without these physical requirements, please sign up for the Registration Support Role. By signing up below you’ll receive a QR code to use gain early access to the site.
Benefits to event crew members: You'll be responsible for ensuring that the event feels seamless to the participants which involves thinking on your feet and exceptional communication skills. These qualities will stand out on your CV (and help you in life)! PLUS the parking fee will be covered and crew will be provided lunch and snacks.
QUESTIONS?
- Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
- You can also visit the MLK FAQ Page.
This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here.
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Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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- Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
- Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
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