GETTING INVOLVED

LAGUNA SHANTI

Laguna Shanti, an organization that works with persons with HIV or AIDS, is seeking volunteers to assist with running the front office, delivering meals, providing transportation and providing complimentary therapies such as massage, acupuncture and chiropractic care. Call: Lisa Toghia, (949) 494-1446.

LITERACY PROGRAM

The program is always in need of volunteer tutors. No professional teaching experience is required. To attain certification, a series of training classes must be completed. For more information, contact Literacy Services at the Newport Beach Library, (949) 717-3874.

LUV-A-PET CENTER

Volunteers who love to work with cats and kittens are needed at the Luv-a-Pet Center at PetsMart in Costa Mesa. Call: (949) 451-3272.

MENTOR PROGRAM

YMCA Community Services needs mentors to work with students 10 to 18 years old to improve their school performance and self-esteem, and to help them develop positive peer and adult relationships. Call: (714) 549-9622, ext. 35.

MOBILE MEALS

Volunteer drivers are needed to help deliver nutritious meals to homebound clients incapable of shopping and cooking for themselves. Call: (949) 645-8050.

MOZART CLASSICAL ORCHESTRA

Orange County’s only nonprofit resident chamber orchestra needs volunteers for ticketing, ushering, phones, mailings, and to help with receptions. Call: (949) 830-2950.

NEW DIRECTIONS FOR WOMEN INC.

This recovery center for women with alcohol or other chemical dependencies seeks volunteers. Call: (949) 548-9927 or (949) 548-8754.