Los Angeles · 2026

Volunteer for
Kick It
In the Park

This summer, the City of Los Angeles is bringing free, family-friendly World Cup watch parties to Rec & Park centers citywide. We're launching a volunteer pilot at select sites — help us build the model for future global events.

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About the Program

About Kick It In the Park Volunteering

From June 11 to July 19, 2026, the City will host daily World Cup watch parties rotating across different Recreation & Parks sites citywide.

Activations include:

  • Live match screenings
  • Youth soccer clinics and skills activities
  • Family-friendly fun zones
  • City resource tables and programming

Learn more about Kick It In the Park here →

Pilot Locations and Dates

The volunteer pilot program will take place at select Kick It In the Park sites across the city, including:

  • Echo Park Lake June 11, 16, 21, 26 · July 1, 6, 14
  • Jackie Tatum Harvard Recreation Center June 12, 17, 22, 27 · July 2, 7, 15
  • Whitsett Fields June 13, 18, 23, 28 · July 3, 8, 18
  • Cheviot Hills Recreation Center June 14, 19, 24
  • Westwood Recreation Center June 29 · July 4, 10, 19

If you live nearby, sign up to join us!

Volunteer Pilot Locations
Get Involved

Volunteer Roles

We are recruiting two types of volunteers. Both roles are critical to making each celebration a success.

High Commitment · Neighborhood-Based

District Lead Volunteer Coordinators

Neighborhood-Based Leadership

  • Welcome and guide attendees; help create an inclusive, positive atmosphere
  • Support and organize general volunteers during each activation
  • Help troubleshoot minor issues and escalate concerns to City staff
  • Represent the City and your neighborhood with professionalism and pride

Ideal for community leaders, experienced volunteers, and individuals comfortable in public-facing settings.

Flexible · Citywide

General Volunteers

Day-of Support · One Shift or Many

  • Welcome attendees with energy, hold welcome posters, take event photos, and support swag giveaways
  • Help people find the event and navigate the different offerings (the screenings, music, restrooms, water, etc.)
  • Gather attendee feedback through surveys and conversation, and capture data about the event
  • Assist with event set-up and breakdown as needed

Volunteer assignments are determined on-site according to the needs of the day. You may occasionally be asked to rotate between roles; however, you will not be required to fulfill every role.

For both the District Lead and a General Volunteer, you will be actively engaging with community, outside in the sun, and often on your feet traveling around the park on either grass, dirt pathways, or sidewalks / paved pathways. We will have a volunteer booth with shade to take breaks and can accommodate a seated volunteer role either in the park to greet attendees or located in the canopy shade to provide event information as needed. Please just reach out to let us know!

Before You Apply

What to Expect

Here's what you need to know about time commitment, eligibility, and training before applying.

Time Commitment

  • General Volunteers: Sign up for one shift or multiple shifts – your choice! Shifts are around 4 hours.
  • District Leads: Each district will have seven total activation days (approximately one every five days). We ask that our Leads commit to all or nearly all seven days for consistency.

Eligibility

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Must be reliable and able to fulfill confirmed shifts.

Sign Up

  • First, complete a general registration form and any required waivers to sign up as a Kick It In the Park volunteer.
  • Once approved by the organizers, you'll be able to sign up for specific shifts at your chosen district location.

Training

  • All selected volunteers will participate in a brief required virtual training in June.
  • Training will prepare you for your role and help you understand expectations.

Safety Protocols

  • It can be hot! Be sure to bring sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses). Volunteers will be provided with Kick It In the Park water bottles.
  • All Kick It In the Park events will have local security officers on site. You will also have a Volunteer Staff Lead and Coordinator present, who can help escalate any concerns.
How It Works

Timeline

Here's what the process looks like from sign-up to game day.

  1. April – Early May: Sign Up to Join

    Tell us about your availability, pilot location preference, background, and complete the needed waivers — we'll then review and approve your application so you can sign up for shifts.

  2. Mid May: Role Confirmations & Shift Assignments

    Sign up for shifts and role. Confirm with us as soon as possible that you're available to join.

  3. Late May: Required Volunteer Training

    Required volunteer training sessions, accessed virtually. We may ask District Leads to join us for site walkthroughs in your neighborhood before the event.

  4. June – July: Kick It In the Park Events

    This is when you step onto the pitch and bring community pride to life. Events run June 11 through July 19, 2026.

Make a Difference

Why Volunteer?

More than a watch party — this is a chance to be part of something bigger.

  • Celebrate your neighborhood

  • Connect with fellow Angelenos

  • Support youth and families

  • Show your love for the game of soccer

  • Be part of a historic global moment

  • Help shape the City's future volunteer network

As a pilot, this program also serves as an early step in building Los Angeles' long-term volunteer infrastructure ahead of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympic Games. We hope to reactivate this group in the years to come as we prepare to host at a global scale!
Thank You Gifts

Volunteer Perks

Our way of saying thank you for showing up for your city.

  • Branded Kick It In the Park volunteer apparel

  • Light food and beverage during your shift

  • A community of fellow civic-minded Angelenos

  • Certification of service (for those who request)

Ready to Join?

Apply to Volunteer

Once you register to be a volunteer, you can sign up for shifts directly in the Project Catalogue. Sign up as soon as possible!

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Questions? Email maraya.kenyguyer@lacity.org

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