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Share your passion, talent & skills with Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica.

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Volunteers like you make an impact – not only in our organization but in the lives of our members. We’re looking for dedicated people and organizations who are interested in serving 1+ hour per week for an agreed-upon length of time (corporate and/or special group volunteers may provide support in a different capacity). We customize our volunteer opportunities based on your interests. Whether you’re a marketing specialist looking to exercise your skills for greater good, or you’re hoping to connect with youth directly through tutoring or coaching – we welcome your participation.

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Because we work with youth, we have a rigorous volunteer application process to ensure our kids’ safety and well-being.

1. Complete the Volunteer Application & provide a scan or photo of your Driver’s License

2. Consent to a background check (this must be completed annually)

3. Complete a TB Test & provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination
We require all volunteers to complete a TB test or have a medical professional complete the attached TB risk assessment form. This can be done at your doctor’s office or any other urgent care/medical facility of your choosing.

4. Complete a Live Scan (fingerprint test)
Preferred vendor Santa Monica Notary & Live Scan for fingerprinting

Central Tower Building
1424 4th St, #214
Santa Monica, CA 90401

5. Complete 3 online trainings in BGCA.net which takes approximately 2 hours.

6. Submit application fee/donation of $150 to help offset costs associated with the background check and Live Scan.

Email completed application or questions to: volunteer@smbgc.org

Individual Volunteers

Are you interested in starting a book club, playing basketball or connecting in another capacity? Let us know how you would like to support our Club.

Corporate Volunteers

We appreciate local corporations getting involved in our community. We can help create a volunteer opportunities that align with your corporate or group values.

Special Group Volunteers

Are you looking for a meaningful activity for your service organization, religious group, college club or another type of group? You can make an impact in your numbers.

Volunteer Spotlight | Karl Walter

Karl came to our Club as a volunteer coach and has since become an invaluable board member. When COVID-19 hit, Karl donated countless hours of time to film, produce and host all our fundraising events. We are forever grateful for Karl’s dedication.

What People are Saying

“If it weren’t for the support of Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica, I’m scared to think of where we’d be today. So thank you, thank you, thank you so very much, the difference you’ve made in my family’s life has been profound and I will forever be grateful! When I think about the impact you’ve had on just my one family and how we are just a drop in the bucket of all the desperate families you are helping, well … it’s very humbling, to say the least.”

— Joanne McClain

What People are Saying

“Thank you for having and supervising a clean and big space for my daughter to do distance learning. She feels safe and happy being a member. Thanks to the staff for making this possible. Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica means a family to us. It’s a privilege to belong to the Club.”

— Cristina Jimenez and Isabella Castaneda

What People are Saying

“Before the pandemic hit I was working 2 jobs to maintain my household. Once the pandemic hit I lost both jobs. I saw no light at the end of my situation. I was very depressed. Thank God for you the donor’s/smbgc with food, Christmas gifts, Family Assistance Checks. I have been able to give my family some stability. I’m so grateful to you all for your generosity to families like me in need. Thank you so much!!!!”

— Zekaia Smith