Volunteers are an integral part of KYCC. We are dedicated to engaging with members of our community to create real change through our many volunteer opportunities. In 2018, we had over 2,700 volunteers! There are many ways to get involved through KYCC programs and events. Whether you are a high school student or a business professional, your time and expertise can help strengthen our community.
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Community Research and Program Evaluation Internship
The Community Research and Program Evaluation team coordinates agency-wide evaluation and program effectiveness efforts for KYCC programs and services
Under the direction of the Community Research and Program Evaluation Coordinator, interns will provide support to KYCC programs through information analysis, planning and advocacy
Community research background and/or experience in data collection, visualization methods and practices desired. Intern must at least be in the process of receiving a Bachelor’s or higher degree preferably in the fields of psychology, public administration, public health, social work, or a related field.
Contact HaRi Kim at hkim@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5117 for more information
Minimum of 8 hours per week, 6 month minimum commitment
Volunteer tax preparers donate their time to make sure those with limited incomes are able to receive tax refunds and credits they are due. With more volunteers providing tax preparation services, many low income families save the high cost of tax preparation and learn of all the wonderful services available at KYCC throughout the entire year.
Learn tax prep for low-income families and enable them to receive tax refunds and credits that they are due
Good interpersonal skills and comfort with a wide range of people
Computer skills for entering tax information
Commitment to strengthening families by increasing self-sufficiency
Ability to complete IRS Standard of Conduct, Intake/Interview, and basic tax law training and certification (formal training is available)
All volunteers are required to pass the Standard of Conduct and Intake/Interview certification. Tax preparers also must pass either Basic or Advance VITA certification.
2-6 hrs./week or about 20-60 hours from January 15th to April 15th of each year
Volunteers tutor and mentor middle school-aged students in the AYCE afterschool program.
AYCE volunteers also have opportunities to participate in field trips, volunteer outings, or to become program leaders in charge of day-to-day operations of the volunteer program.
Contact Carolina Ibarra at cibarra@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5635 for more information
4 hours/week during the school year for a minimum of 3 months.
Members are trained using the Creating Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) curriculum, which focuses on personal and family strengthening .
Group members are trained in leadership and advocacy and encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens) and childcare are all provided for participants
Meetings are conducted in Spanish only
Contact Deisy Gutierrez at dgutierrez@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5149 for more information
Meetings are the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of every month from 8:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.during the school year only
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, event and project planning, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens) and childcare are all provided for participants
Meetings are conducted in Spanish only
Contact Deisy Gutierrez at dgutierrez@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5149 for more information
Meetings are every Friday from 8:00 A.M – 10:00 A.M. during the school year only (with the exception of 2nd Fridays)
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, event and project planning, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens), translation (English/Spanish/Korean), and childcare are all provided for participants
Contact Deisy Gutierrez at dgutierrez@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5149 for more information.
Meetings are every Wednesday from 8:30 A.M – 10:30 A.M. during the school year only
Volunteers are trained on topics such as leadership, community advocacy, understanding community dynamics, and assessment
Group members are encouraged to actively participate in the broader community through school and neighborhood councils, city and county entities, and other events
Meeting food, transportation (bus tokens) and childcare are all provided for participants
Meetings are conducted in Spanish only
Contact Deisy Gutierrez at dgutierrez@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5149 for more information
Meetings are the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 3:30 P.M – 5:30 P.M.
10-month high school leadership program that trains youth advocates to raise awareness of substance use among their peers in Koreatown and neighboring communities
Youth are trained to lead alcohol and drug-free events, such as community clean-ups, health fairs and educational outreach throughout the year
Meetings are every Thursday during the school year from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Contact Hanna Yi at hyi@kyccla.org or (213) 365-7400 Ext. 5127 for more information
Meetings are every Thursday during the school year from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. with additional events as needed.
Minimum twice a week, total of 4 hours weekly. Three-month minimum commitment, however completion of the school year or summer term is highly encouraged.
With support of classroom instructor, lead enrichment activities for K-12 youth, including but not limited to computer coding, arts, dance, cooking, etc.
Support the administrative, day-to-day, and longterm implementation of Youth Services programs. Duties can include, but are not limited to research, curriculum development, database entry, daily program support and participation in internal and external meetings related to program operations.
Minimum twice a week, total of 4 hours weekly. Three-month minimum commitment, however completion of the school year or summer term is highly encouraged.
