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Published 12/22/25 9:36PM

Combine the Magic of Reading Aloud with the Power of Positive Mentoring!

Read to a Child
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Los Angeles, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    December 22, 2025
    End Date:
    April 27, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Sessions run between 30-35 minutes weekly
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    30
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Required commitment for the school year as you will be matched with a student to build a 1:1 connection. You'll also go through our onboarding process to get approved as a LAUSD volunteer which requires fingerprinting (paid for by the district).

    Description

    Combine the Magic of Reading Aloud with the Power of Positive Mentoring!

    Read to a Child combines the magic of reading aloud with the power of positive mentoring! We're looking for volunteers to join our Read Aloud Mentoring Program at the following LAUSD Partner Elementary Schools in the Downtown LA area and in Hollywood:

    Esperanza Elementary - Wednesdays from 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

    Vine Street Elementary - Wednesdays from 11:40 am - 12:10 pm

    After completing our onboarding process, you will participate weekly to mentor the same student week to week to help a reluctant reader fall in love with reading! Our program also addresses the socio-emotional needs of students by supporting them with extra 1:1 attention from a caring adult who keeps showing up for them. Learning loss from the pandemic is still plaguing our students, along with all of the uncertainties we are facing day to day.

    Students fell behind dramatically during the pandemic, leaving teachers struggling to catch them up. Now more than ever, students need the extra attention from a caring adult to help get them back on track.

    Volunteers connect with their student over lunchtime by reading and asking engaging questions. We provide all training and support. Looking for kind, patient volunteers who love books and want to make a difference in a child's life!!

    Location

    On-site
    Los Angeles, CA, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Send Email

    Please email which school you are interested in volunteering with, either Esperanza or Vine Street.

    Thanks!

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