These local nonprofits need your help

Is your nonprofit looking for volunteers? Email giving@desertsun.com. Entries may be edited for space.

Alzheimers Coachella Valley (ACV)

ACV is always looking for volunteers who have a heart for the people of the Coachella Valley. ACV is your local, hands-on, nonprofit that supports our valley’s families struggling with dementia and other cognitive issues. If you are interested in assisting with social groups, hospitality, office help, support group facilitation, organizing special events or fundraising, please contact Priscilla at (760) 776-3100 or via priscilla@cvalzheimers.org.

Desert Best Friend’s Closet

Seeking volunteers to act as wardrobe “stylists” who work with clients outfitting them for job interviews, sort incoming donations, sales assistants in our boutique and resume writers/employment mentors. Contact Johnny Anderson at (760) 776-9975 or janderson@bfcloset.org.

Desert Paws Sanctuary

Desert Paws Sanctuary is in need of foster volunteers to help abandoned animals in the Coachella Valley. We are looking for individuals who can provide love to an animal. We provide food and other supplies while the animal is in your care. If you are interested in becoming a foster volunteer, please complete a foster application form at desertpawssanctuary.org. If you have questions, email info@desertpawssanctuary.org.

Food Now

Food Now is a community food pantry located in Desert Hot Springs. Since 1989, we have been serving the needs of the residents of Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Springs and surrounding areas. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for residents in the western valley by providing food assistance, community outreach and support services that strengthen families and build healthy communities. We are looking for volunteers 18+ to help package and distribute to local families. Hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Visit thefamilyservicesofthedesert.org/volunteer.

Guide Dogs of the Desert

Host a puppy that’s been born to change lives! Guide Dogs of the Desert (GDD) provides custom-trained guide dogs to people who are blind. GDD is seeking individuals over the age of 18 and/or families to welcome our puppies into their home for about a year and a half. Puppy raisers are volunteers who help these dogs learn the fundamental skills needed to be successful in their jobs as service dogs when they are adults. These skills include basic obedience, understanding the world around them and behaving appropriately in public settings. At 18-24 months, puppies return to Guide Dogs of the Desert to undergo more training, to ultimately find their perfect career! GDD provides support in the training and exposure process as well as in providing the basic needs for each pup. If you are willing to open your heart and home to a puppy destined to make a lasting impact, this role may be for you. Want to be involved, but can’t commit to a pup right now? There is something for anyone who wants to support this incredible journey. The gift of independence takes a community to nurture, and we invite you to be a part of ours. Learn how your skills, strengths and willingness can make a difference in the lives of people who are blind. Visit gddca.org, email puppyraisers@gddca.org or contact Lisa Morand (760) 329-2378.