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Discover the Benefits of
Volunteering with Us

Volunteering at The Center comes with meaningful rewards.
By joining our team of dedicated volunteers, you’ll be part of a powerful movement to strengthen lives and build brighter futures. Here’s what you can gain by volunteering with us!
  • Personal and professional development: Enhance your current skills and discover new ones through hands-on experience at our front desk.
  • Flexible opportunities: Whether you’re available once a year or once a month, our events offer a variety of ways to give back—on your schedule.
  • Perfect for groups: Planning a group volunteer activity? Special events are a fun and impactful way to get involved together.
  • Inclusive and welcoming environment: Volunteer in a space that celebrates and reflects the rich diversity of our community. Meet new people and broaden your perspective.
  • Make a real difference: Every volunteer role is designed to meet a specific need in our community. Your time and effort help change lives.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Front Desk Volunteers

• Gender Expansive Volunteer Facilitator

• Special Event Volunteers

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us. While we receive a high volume of applications, please know that we carefully review each one. We will contact you directly if your skills and experience align with our current needs. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

Front Desk Volunteering

If you have time each week and want to serve the community, consider volunteering at our front desk. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy helping others on top of connecting them to resources. A 1-year commitment is highly suggested. If you want to hear more, fill out the Interest Form and we’ll get back to you. 

Special Events

Want to help out occasionally? Special Event Volunteering is perfect for you! From large events like Q-Films and The Black and White Gala to smaller ones like our Gender Affirming Closets, you can sign up for events that fit your schedule. No long-term commitment required. Interested? Fill out the interest form below.

Youth & Family Services Volunteer Opportunities

Currently, there are no openings in weekly YFS groups, but if you’re passionate about supporting queer youth, consider volunteering for YFS events and field trips. A 4-month commitment and background check are required. Interested? Fill out the form below.

Older Adults Services Event Volunteering

Currently, there are no openings in weekly OAS groups, but if you’re passionate about supporting our queer elders, consider volunteering for OAS events and field trips. A background check is required. Interested? Fill out the form below:

FAQs

Mandated community service hours & required volunteer hours for school

We regret to inform you that we are unable to accommodate court-mandated community service at this time. Additionally, please note that fulfilling the volunteer hour requirements for most schools exceeds what can typically be achieved within one semester at our Center.

We do not have opportunities for large groups of volunteers at this time.

Currently, we are unable to accept any volunteers under the age of 18.

The Mental Health Department internships are separate from the volunteer department, feel free to look into that here [link]. We do not currently have opportunities for clinical hours within our health services department.

Get in Touch

Contact the LGBTQ Center Long Beach for more information or support.