Volunteering Trip to Bradbury, California

• Day 1: Help out at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, the hub of the local food bank network, where you can sort and pack food for distribution to those in need.
• Day 2: Volunteer at Heal the Bay, where you can help clean up the beach while learning about marine conservation and pollution prevention.
• Day 3: Spend the day at the South Coast Botanic Garden and participate in their Volunteer Garden program, where you can learn about gardening techniques while helping maintain the beautiful botanical garden.
• Day 4: Lend a hand at Habitat for Humanity San Gabriel Valley, where you can help build houses and support families in need of affordable housing.
• Day 5: Help out at the Union Station Homeless Services, where you can assist with serving meals or organizing donations at one of their many locations.
• Day 6: Participate in the Hearts for Los Angeles program, which focuses on improving the lives of seniors in the community by providing care and companionship.
• Day 7: Volunteer with TreePeople to help plant and care for trees in the local parks and forests, while learning about the importance of sustainability and environmental conservation.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (4 hours, free)
• Heal the Bay (4 hours, free)
• South Coast Botanic Garden (4 hours, $9 admission fee)
• Habitat for Humanity San Gabriel Valley (4 hours, free)
• Union Station Homeless Services (4 hours, free)
• Hearts for Los Angeles (4 hours, $50 donation to participate)
• TreePeople (4 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: $59

Transportation

Travelers may need to rent a car or use a ride-sharing service to travel between volunteer locations. The estimated cost for a 7-day car rental is $300-$400, or ride-sharing services for a total of $200-$300. Travel time will depend on traffic and location.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider volunteering at other non-profit organizations in the area, such as the Pasadena Humane Society or Goodwill Southern California. If you have less time, consider choosing one or two of the listed organizations to volunteer with.

Airports

The closest airport to Bradbury, California is the Ontario International Airport (ONT), which is located about 28 miles east of the city center.