Good Shepherd Center - serving homeless women and children


	Volunteer More than 78,000 people are homeless on any given night in Los Angeles County. Nearly half are women and children. Although the sheer number of homeless individuals seems overwhelming, you can make a difference. From mobile outreach to homeless women living on the street to arts and crafts with mothers and children, there are many ways to share your time and talents with Good Shepherd Center. How do I Become a Volunteer? Schedule a visit to Good Shepherd Center for a brief tour and presentation of volunteer opportunities. Fill out and complete the volunteer application. Be sure to check the box that says "registered" and answer all questions. You must also fill out a release of information form. You may return both forms by fax to our volunteer coordinator at: (213) 482-0522 Volunteer Opportunities! *Adopt a Homeless Woman or Mother* Currently some of our women are enrolled in our Culinary Arts program, in nursing school, taking computer classes or pursuing other vocational training. The cost of books and supplies can accumulate over time. They need your help purchasing uniforms, books, and other essential items. *Answer the Call* Help as a front desk assistant. Interact with homeless, help with office duties. (Details) *A Day of Beauty-an annual springtime event* Volunteers from the community provide business makeovers and photo sittings for the homeless women. As one of the stylists so gracefully put it, "we're getting them dressed for success!" Sign up on www.BigSunday.org to join Hollywood studio hair, makeup,& wardrobe stylists. "No expertise required... we need lots of help." More Ways to Help Visiting homeless encampments to provide emergency relief through our Mobile Outreach Sharing your professional and personal talents through teaching a Life Skills class to residents (budgeting, nutrition, stress management, fitness, art therapy, self-defense, etc.) Joining one of our committees (Speakers Bureau, Facilities, Program, Development and more!) Becoming a part of the Auxiliary or Young Professionals Group (YPG) Founded in 1985, the Good Shepherd Center Auxiliary provides a rewarding opportunity for members to touch the lives of homeless women and children. The Auxiliary is a volunteer support group of women and men who give time, talent and resources to support the mission of Good Shepherd Center. In addition to the many hands-on activities designed to enhance the quality of life for Good Shepherd Center's residents, the Auxiliary dedicates its efforts to providing financial support through its annual Forget Me Not Luncheon. To learn more about the Auxiliary or how you can help, please contact Annemarie Howse at (213) 482-1834 x117 or ahowse@gschomeless.org. Established in 2001 as a Good Shepherd Center membership organization, YPG offers volunteer and fundraising support to Good Shepherd Center, while also providing social networking and professional development opportunities to its members. The group hosts volunteer and social events throughout the year and encourages young adults of all professions, faiths, races, genders and ethnicities to participate. To learn more about YPG, please visit ypgla.org. Volunteer Application>> Registered Volunteer Defined >> Release of Information Form (Registered Volunteers Only) >> A Quiet Revolution (video clip) >> This half-hour documentary stresses the interconnectedness of all people. Become engaged in improving your own society. Please fax or mail volunteer forms to: Annemarie Howse Development Coordinator 1671 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 Office: (213) 482-1834 x117 Fax: (213) 482-0522 ahowse@gschomeless.org To donate your time and talents to Good Shepherd Center, please call (213) 482-1834 ext. 117.