Thank you for your interest in volunteering with LAYC!

As a community-based organization serving over 5,000 individuals each year, LAYC relies on the time and talents of its neighbors to fulfill its mission. Each year, LAYC volunteers donate hundreds of hours to individual and group projects ranging from homework tutoring, space beautification, or serving meals at our annual community holiday celebration.

There are opportunities for a variety of interests and availabilities. Our openings vary throughout the year, so please check back often.

Current Openings

If any particular opportunity fits your interests, availability, and commitment preference, please contact a staff person for that particular volunteer opportunity, and they will be in touch with you for more information.

• Food distribution assistance every Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at our Riverdale, MD site.

  • To volunteer in Riverdale’s Food Distribution, please contact Eduardo Pacheco.

    • Email: Eduardo.pacheco@layc-.org

    • Phone: 202.436.2586

• Host Homes Program: Become a Host Parent

  • Host parents have the chance to provide a safe, positive, and supportive place to stay for up to 21 days. For more information, please contact Emily Luna.

    • Email: emily.luna@layc-dc.org

    • Phone: 301.991.4325

• College Access Program Mentor

  • Become a College Access Mentor by assisting students in their goal of entering college successfully. For more information, please contact Liz Avalos.

    • Email: liz.avalos@layc-dc.org

Note: Each program has unique onboarding processes. Some opportunities that deal directly with minors require security and background checks.