Join Our Team: Deliver Meals, Smiles, and Hope in West LA

Meals on Wheels of West Los Angeles relies entirely on the hearts and hands of neighbors like you. Since 1976, our volunteer-led organization has delivered vital nutrition to homebound residents who cannot shop or cook for themselves. Because we operate independent of government funding, our volunteer drivers are the lifeblood of our mission. By donating just a few of hours of your week, you provide the human connection and safety check-in that allows our clients to live independently and with dignity.

How it works:

Volunteer Hours

  • Shift Times: Monday through Friday, approximately 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

  • Flexible Commitment: Volunteer whenever you are free! Just share your availability with us, and we will get you on the schedule.

Volunteer Tasks

  • Pack and Deliver: Start at the office by packing our insulated bags with pre-packaged sandwich lunches, hot dinners, fresh fruit, and milk. Once packed, you head out to drive a designated local route and deliver the food with a warm smile to our senior and homebound clients.

  • No Car, No Problem: We will partner you with a driver so you can still help pack and deliver.

Where We Need You

We are actively looking for volunteers to cover routes across our specific service zip codes:

  • 90024 (Westwood)

  • 90025 (West Los Angeles)

  • 90034 (Parts of)

  • 90049 (Brentwood)

  • 90064 (Rancho Park / Cheviot Hills)

  • 90073 (West LA Veterans Affairs)

  • 90077 (Bel Air)

  • 90210, 90211, 90212 (Beverly Hills)

Office Location & Hub

All volunteers arrive for packing and pick up their routes at our main office:
343 S Church Lane, Los Angeles, CA 90049

Ready to Make a Difference?

Volunteer Agreement

As a volunteer for Meals on Wheels of West Los Angeles, I agree to the following terms and rules:

  • Dress Code and Hygiene: I will arrive dressed in clean clothing, maintain good personal hygiene, and always wear a shirt. To comply with sanitation requirements and show courtesy to others, I understand that failure to meet these standards will result in being sent home.

  • Driver Requirements: If I operate as a driver, I will provide a current, valid driver’s license and proof of current auto insurance.

  • Client Confidentiality: To ensure the safety and privacy of all parties, I will keep all client information in the strictest confidence and will not share it with anyone.

  • Cell Phone Usage: While inside a client's home, I will only use my cell phone in an emergency or if I need to communicate a situation or question to the office staff.

  • Code of Conduct: I will treat my co-volunteers, clients, and office staff with courtesy and respect. I will discuss any personal concerns or issues directly with the Executive Director, Ellen.

  • Food Safety and Integrity: When taking out a route as a driver or assistant, I will keep the meals inside the insulated delivery bags for as long as possible to maintain correct food temperatures and integrity. I will discuss any exceptions to this rule with the Executive Director, Ellen.

  • Schedule Changes: I will call the office to report any changes to my schedule at least 24 hours in advance, giving the staff sufficient time to secure replacement volunteers.

  • Safety Reporting: I will immediately report back to the office regarding any unsafe situations that I observe inside a client’s home.