Opportunities From: WISEPlace

Volunteer: Volunteer at the Summer Bash BBQ

Do you want to build interpersonal skills and help those we serve at WISEPlace at a fun seasonal event?

You can become a volunteer at our Summer Bash BBQ event! Every year, WISEPlace puts on our Summer Bash BBQ event so that the people we serve have the chance to connect, strengthen their community, and have a laughter-filled fun summer day! This volunteer opportunity will include:

Setting up for the event: Setting up tables, chairs, drinks, and our photo stationAssembling a beautiful balloon arch for our photo stationDistributing goodie bags to the attendeesHaving fun with the people we serve at WISEPlace!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: Special Events

Do you want to build interpersonal skills and help those we serve at WISEPlace at a fun seasonal event?

You can become a volunteer at our Summer Bash BBQ event! Every year, WISEPlace puts on our Summer Bash BBQ event so that the people we serve have the chance to connect, strengthen their community, and have a laughter-filled fun summer day! This volunteer opportunity will include:

Setting up for the event: Setting up tables, chairs, drinks, and our photo stationAssembling a beautiful balloon arch for our photo stationDistributing goodie bags to the attendeesHaving fun with the people we serve at WISEPlace!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: Special Events

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 25, 2026

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Host a Fundraising Event

Make a BIG commitment to the people we serve by hosting a fundraising event on behalf of WISEPlace! Join other supporters who have raised from $10,000 to $300,000 to make a critical difference for the people WISEPlace serves.

Program: Special Events

Make a BIG commitment to the people we serve by hosting a fundraising event on behalf of WISEPlace! Join other supporters who have raised from $10,000 to $300,000 to make a critical difference for the people WISEPlace serves.

Program: Special Events

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Donate Your Day

Use your special day (Birthday? Anniversary?) to support the people we serve! You can raise funds and/or goods and supplies to provide aid to those served by WISEPlace

Program: Special Events

Use your special day (Birthday? Anniversary?) to support the people we serve! You can raise funds and/or goods and supplies to provide aid to those served by WISEPlace

Program: Special Events

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Host a Game Event

Host a Game Night (or Game Day!) for the people we serve and bring some fun and community to our shared spaces.

Program: Workshops

Host a Game Night (or Game Day!) for the people we serve and bring some fun and community to our shared spaces.

Program: Workshops

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a DINNER on Wednesdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Wednesday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Wednesday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Wednesday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Wednesday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Wednesday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Wednesday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a DINNER on Thursdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Thursday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Thursday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Thursday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Thursday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Thursday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Thursday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a DINNER on Fridays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Friday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Friday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Friday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased dinners to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Friday DINNERS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Friday DINNER availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Friday DINNER Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Wednesdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Wednesday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Wednesday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Wednesday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Wednesday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Wednesday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Wednesday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Tuesdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Tuesday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Tuesday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Tuesday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Tuesday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Tuesday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Tuesday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Fridays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Friday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Friday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Friday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Friday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Friday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Friday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Sundays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Sunday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Sunday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Sunday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Sunday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Employment Advisor


Are you a professional with a background in hiring and recruitment who is passionate about helping others?

You can become an Employment Advisor at WISEPlace today! At    WISEPlace, our Employment Advisors play a vital role for those we serve    at WISEPlace.

For people like Kristen, work means more than you   could imagine. It means building confidence in   oneself and overcoming fears to achieve your goals.


Be part of the change in someone's life today by registering to become a Employment Advisor for WISEPlace. If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org for more information about the role, and to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation.

Program: Expert Volunteer Advisors


Are you a professional with a background in hiring and recruitment who is passionate about helping others?

You can become an Employment Advisor at WISEPlace today! At    WISEPlace, our Employment Advisors play a vital role for those we serve    at WISEPlace.

For people like Kristen, work means more than you   could imagine. It means building confidence in   oneself and overcoming fears to achieve your goals.


Be part of the change in someone's life today by registering to become a Employment Advisor for WISEPlace. If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org for more information about the role, and to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation.

Program: Expert Volunteer Advisors

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Financial Empowerment Mentor


Are you a professional in the finance field with a passion for helping financially empower others?

You can become a Financial Empowerment Mentor at WISEPlace today! At WISEPlace, our Financial Empowerment Mentors play a vital role for those we serve at WISEPlace. For people like Chynna, who are able to meet their financial and professional goals at WISEPlace, it makes all the difference.

“WISEPlace taught me how to save and manage my finances. They guided me and made sure I had a plan to succeed in my goals.” 


Be part of the change in someone's life today by signing up to become a Financial Empowerment Advisor for WISEPlace. If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org for more information about the role, and to schedule a volunteer orientation.

Program: Expert Volunteer Advisors


Are you a professional in the finance field with a passion for helping financially empower others?

You can become a Financial Empowerment Mentor at WISEPlace today! At WISEPlace, our Financial Empowerment Mentors play a vital role for those we serve at WISEPlace. For people like Chynna, who are able to meet their financial and professional goals at WISEPlace, it makes all the difference.

“WISEPlace taught me how to save and manage my finances. They guided me and made sure I had a plan to succeed in my goals.” 


Be part of the change in someone's life today by signing up to become a Financial Empowerment Advisor for WISEPlace. If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org for more information about the role, and to schedule a volunteer orientation.

Program: Expert Volunteer Advisors

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Team Leader

Do you want to build leadership skills and help the people we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a Volunteer Team Leader at WISEPlace today! Further develop your leadership and interpersonal communication skills when you lead a team of other volunteers through workshops, dinners, and special events.

Tuesdays: Weekly Dinners 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmThursdays: Once-a-Month Dinners 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmSaturdays: Weekly Workshops 9:00am - 2:00pmOther days: Special Events, Beautification Projects, and More!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Do you want to build leadership skills and help the people we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a Volunteer Team Leader at WISEPlace today! Further develop your leadership and interpersonal communication skills when you lead a team of other volunteers through workshops, dinners, and special events.

Tuesdays: Weekly Dinners 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmThursdays: Once-a-Month Dinners 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmSaturdays: Weekly Workshops 9:00am - 2:00pmOther days: Special Events, Beautification Projects, and More!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Host a Workshop for Wellness, Education, or Entertainment

Host a Wellness Workshop for the people we serve and support them in their health and wellness journey.

Program: Workshops

Host a Wellness Workshop for the people we serve and support them in their health and wellness journey.

Program: Workshops

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92706

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteer Team Leader - Farmer's Market


Do you want to build your leadership skills and help those we serve at WISEPlace gain access to fresh, healthy produce and improve their nutritional knowledge?

You can become a Volunteer Team Lead at WISEPlace today to further develop your leadership skills while you lead a team of other volunteers at our Farmer's Markets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month! This opportunity includes shifts for the following tasks:

Picking up fresh produce from Tanaka Farms at 9am on MondaysDropping off and setting up the produce in our Community RoomHelping Participants "shop" the produce and gather what they needCleaning up after the Farmers Markets - this will include wiping tables down, cleaning and drying any utensils utilized, and returning all materials to their proper storage locationDriving any excess produce to another location in Lake Forest between 2pm - 3pm

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org to schedule a volunteer orientation. Please include your availability for a 30-minute virtual volunteer orientation. We look forward to scheduling a volunteer orientation with you to provide more details.

Program: General Volunteering


Do you want to build your leadership skills and help those we serve at WISEPlace gain access to fresh, healthy produce and improve their nutritional knowledge?

You can become a Volunteer Team Lead at WISEPlace today to further develop your leadership skills while you lead a team of other volunteers at our Farmer's Markets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month! This opportunity includes shifts for the following tasks:

Picking up fresh produce from Tanaka Farms at 9am on MondaysDropping off and setting up the produce in our Community RoomHelping Participants "shop" the produce and gather what they needCleaning up after the Farmers Markets - this will include wiping tables down, cleaning and drying any utensils utilized, and returning all materials to their proper storage locationDriving any excess produce to another location in Lake Forest between 2pm - 3pm

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org to schedule a volunteer orientation. Please include your availability for a 30-minute virtual volunteer orientation. We look forward to scheduling a volunteer orientation with you to provide more details.

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Professional Facilities Maintenance

Do you have maintenance skills and a passion for helping non-profit organizations like WISEPlace?

You can become a volunteer for WISEPlace's professional facilities maintenance needs today! As a part of WISEPlace's professional facilities maintenance, you would make a critical difference for the people we serve by helping us maintain safe, beautiful, and welcoming spaces!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Do you have maintenance skills and a passion for helping non-profit organizations like WISEPlace?

You can become a volunteer for WISEPlace's professional facilities maintenance needs today! As a part of WISEPlace's professional facilities maintenance, you would make a critical difference for the people we serve by helping us maintain safe, beautiful, and welcoming spaces!

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Meal Driver or Food Pantry Pickup and Delivery

Do you have a valid driver's license and want to help those we serve at WISEPlace improve their health and wellness by transporting groceries and home cooked meals?

You can become a Meal/Food Pantry Driver at WISEPlace today! Our Meal/Food Pantry Drivers make a BIG impact at WISEPlace, as they help us provide daily meals to those we serve. This volunteer opportunity includes:

Picking up prepared meals or groceries and delivering them to designated locations (these locations will be shared with you after the completion of a Volunteer Orientation)

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Do you have a valid driver's license and want to help those we serve at WISEPlace improve their health and wellness by transporting groceries and home cooked meals?

You can become a Meal/Food Pantry Driver at WISEPlace today! Our Meal/Food Pantry Drivers make a BIG impact at WISEPlace, as they help us provide daily meals to those we serve. This volunteer opportunity includes:

Picking up prepared meals or groceries and delivering them to designated locations (these locations will be shared with you after the completion of a Volunteer Orientation)

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please contact volunteers@wiseplace.org with 3-5 dates and times that would work best to schedule a 30-minute volunteer orientation. We appreciate your interest and hope to see you in a volunteer orientation soon!

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: WISEPlace Marketing Internship

Are you seeking an internship in marketing and want to intern for a non-profit organization like WISEPlace?

You can apply to become a WISEPlace Marketing Intern today! We thank you for your interest and look forward to exploring the opportunity to provide a supervised, professional learning experience that offers meaningful work related to your area of study or career interest.

Next Steps:

Email your resume and a cover letter outlining the requirements for your school's internship program to eLiz@wiseplace.orgIn your email, also include 3-4 dates and times that would work best for a virtual interviewComplete the volunteer application via Galaxy Digital and complete any necessary prerequisitesSchedule and complete an interview with our Community Engagement ManagerSchedule and complete a volunteer orientationGet trained and make an impact!

Dates/Hours are Flexible. In your initial email to eLiz Hendershot, please include your availability to complete this internship, pending application approval. You will hear back from the Community Engagement Manager soon!

Program: Internships

Are you seeking an internship in marketing and want to intern for a non-profit organization like WISEPlace?

You can apply to become a WISEPlace Marketing Intern today! We thank you for your interest and look forward to exploring the opportunity to provide a supervised, professional learning experience that offers meaningful work related to your area of study or career interest.

Next Steps:

Email your resume and a cover letter outlining the requirements for your school's internship program to eLiz@wiseplace.orgIn your email, also include 3-4 dates and times that would work best for a virtual interviewComplete the volunteer application via Galaxy Digital and complete any necessary prerequisitesSchedule and complete an interview with our Community Engagement ManagerSchedule and complete a volunteer orientationGet trained and make an impact!

Dates/Hours are Flexible. In your initial email to eLiz Hendershot, please include your availability to complete this internship, pending application approval. You will hear back from the Community Engagement Manager soon!

Program: Internships

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Thursdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Thursday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Thursday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Thursday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased lunches to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Thursday LUNCHES! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Thursday LUNCH availability, dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Thursday LUNCH Meal Provider. We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: WISEPlace Advocate Internship

Are you seeking an internship in the social work and mental health field and want to intern for a non-profit organization like WISEPlace?

You can apply to become a WISEPlace Advocate today! We thank you for your interest and look forward to exploring the opportunity to provide a supervised, professional learning experience that offers meaningful work related to your area of study or career interest.

Next Steps:

Email your resume and a cover letter outlining the requirements for your school's internship program to eLiz@wiseplace.orgIn your email, also include 3-4 dates and times that would work best for a virtual interviewComplete the volunteer application via Galaxy Digital and complete any necessary prerequisitesSchedule and complete an interview with our Community Engagement ManagerSchedule and complete a volunteer orientationGet trained and make an impact!

Dates/Hours are Flexible. In your initial email to eLiz Hendershot, please include your availability to complete this internship, pending application approval. You will hear back from the Community Engagement Manager soon!

Program: Internships

Are you seeking an internship in the social work and mental health field and want to intern for a non-profit organization like WISEPlace?

You can apply to become a WISEPlace Advocate today! We thank you for your interest and look forward to exploring the opportunity to provide a supervised, professional learning experience that offers meaningful work related to your area of study or career interest.

Next Steps:

Email your resume and a cover letter outlining the requirements for your school's internship program to eLiz@wiseplace.orgIn your email, also include 3-4 dates and times that would work best for a virtual interviewComplete the volunteer application via Galaxy Digital and complete any necessary prerequisitesSchedule and complete an interview with our Community Engagement ManagerSchedule and complete a volunteer orientationGet trained and make an impact!

Dates/Hours are Flexible. In your initial email to eLiz Hendershot, please include your availability to complete this internship, pending application approval. You will hear back from the Community Engagement Manager soon!

Program: Internships

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: In-Kind Donation Drive

Do you want to help those we serve at WISEPlace by donating goods?

Then you can register for an In-Kind Donation Drive for WISEPlace today! If you're interested in donating to WISEPlace, please email eliz@wiseplace.org with the following information:

What is being donated? What condition is the donation in? (Note: WISEPlace does not accept any used clothing/bedding donations)Would you be able to drop the donation off in Santa Ana, CA? If not, then where is the pick up location?What days and times would work for a donation drop off/pick up?Would you be available for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation to learn more about WISEPlace?

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you'd be interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org with the above information. Thank you so much for thinking of WISEPlace for your donation. We will reach out soon; have a good day!

Program: General Volunteering

Do you want to help those we serve at WISEPlace by donating goods?

Then you can register for an In-Kind Donation Drive for WISEPlace today! If you're interested in donating to WISEPlace, please email eliz@wiseplace.org with the following information:

What is being donated? What condition is the donation in? (Note: WISEPlace does not accept any used clothing/bedding donations)Would you be able to drop the donation off in Santa Ana, CA? If not, then where is the pick up location?What days and times would work for a donation drop off/pick up?Would you be available for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation to learn more about WISEPlace?

If this sounds like a volunteer opportunity that you'd be interested in, please contact eliz@wiseplace.org with the above information. Thank you so much for thinking of WISEPlace for your donation. We will reach out soon; have a good day!

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide BREAKFAST on Sundays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased breakfasts to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday BREAKFAST FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Sunday BREAKFAST availability. As well as dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Sunday BREAKFAST Meal Provider.
We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Breakfast menu suggestions:

breakfast sandwiches with meat, egg & cheese with a side of hashed browns or potatoes with juice (egg & cheese only for the vegetarian)breakfast wrap with meat, cheese, egg and salsa with a side of tater tots with juice  (egg & cheese only for the vegetarianpancakes with syrup, scrambled eggs with bacon or sausage (on the side) with juice

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased breakfasts to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday BREAKFAST FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to volunteers@wiseplace.org with your Sunday BREAKFAST availability. As well as dates and times that will work in the next few weeks for a 30-minute Volunteer Orientation, and wait for an Outlook calendar invite to confirm your status as a Sunday BREAKFAST Meal Provider.
We thank you for your interest and hope to see you in a Volunteer Orientation soon!

Breakfast menu suggestions:

breakfast sandwiches with meat, egg & cheese with a side of hashed browns or potatoes with juice (egg & cheese only for the vegetarian)breakfast wrap with meat, cheese, egg and salsa with a side of tater tots with juice  (egg & cheese only for the vegetarianpancakes with syrup, scrambled eggs with bacon or sausage (on the side) with juice

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Don't see what you're looking for or have your own idea?

WISEPlace always has the space for new volunteers and new ideas! Please let us know if you are looking for a volunteer opportunity that is not listed on here, and let's have a conversation about what opportunities may be a good fit for you or your group.

Contact eliz@wiseplace.org with new volunteer opportunity ideas for yourself or your group. We look forward to connecting with you!

Program: General Volunteering

WISEPlace always has the space for new volunteers and new ideas! Please let us know if you are looking for a volunteer opportunity that is not listed on here, and let's have a conversation about what opportunities may be a good fit for you or your group.

Contact eliz@wiseplace.org with new volunteer opportunity ideas for yourself or your group. We look forward to connecting with you!

Program: General Volunteering

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a DINNER on Sunday

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace? 

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday DINNER FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes: 

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans) Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta) Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed) Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)  Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Sunday DINNER availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Dinner menu suggestions:

Taco salad, burritos, chips & guacamole/salsaSpaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, mixed vegetablesCheeseburgers (with tomato, lettuce, onion, pickles), potato wedges, and grilled vegetables

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace? 

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Sunday DINNER FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes: 

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans) Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta) Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed) Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)  Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Sunday DINNER availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Dinner menu suggestions:

Taco salad, burritos, chips & guacamole/salsaSpaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, mixed vegetablesCheeseburgers (with tomato, lettuce, onion, pickles), potato wedges, and grilled vegetables

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a LUNCH on Saturdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Saturday LUNCH FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Saturday LUNCH availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Lunch menu suggestions:

Grilled chicken, mixed vegetables, and a dinner rollBurritos (beef, chicken, bean & cheese)Sandwiches (ham/turkey/roast beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato; peanut butter & jelly)

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Saturday LUNCH FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Saturday LUNCH availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Lunch menu suggestions:

Grilled chicken, mixed vegetables, and a dinner rollBurritos (beef, chicken, bean & cheese)Sandwiches (ham/turkey/roast beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato; peanut butter & jelly)

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Help Provide a DINNER on Saturdays

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Saturday DINNER FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Saturday DINNER availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Dinner menu suggestions:Taco salad, burrito, chips & guacamole/salsa Spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, mixed vegetables Cheeseburgers (with tomato, lettuce, onion, pickles), potato wedges, and grilled vegetables 

Program: Meal Providers

Do you love to cook or want to donate healthy purchased meals to make a big impact for those we serve at WISEPlace?

You can become a WISEPlace Meal Provider for Saturday DINNER FOR 5 MEALS! This volunteer opportunity includes:

Cooking or purchasing nutritious meals for WISEPlace shelters including:Protein (beef, chicken, pork, or beans)Carbohydrates (rice, bread, pasta)Vegetables (raw, steamed, or sauteed)Water (16.9 fl oz water bottles)Transporting the home-cooked or ready-to-eat meals to a WISEPlace shelterHelping us succeed in providing those we serve with the WISEPlace Way!

If this is a volunteer opportunity that you're interested in, please reach out to eliz@wiseplace.org with your Saturday DINNER availability AND 2-3 dates and times that will work for you to complete a 30-minute virtual Volunteer Orientation.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: There are additional prerequisite requirements for meal providers, so onboarding for a new Meal Provider may take up to 2-3 weeks. Once you've been fully onboarded and you are signed up for a meal provider slot, you will receive a calendar invite with more information. We thank you for your patience and your interest in helping those we serve at WISEPlace!

Dinner menu suggestions:Taco salad, burrito, chips & guacamole/salsa Spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, mixed vegetables Cheeseburgers (with tomato, lettuce, onion, pickles), potato wedges, and grilled vegetables 

Program: Meal Providers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 92705

Allow Groups: Yes