Change a Life, Including Yours. Join Us!

Curious about volunteering but not quite ready to commit?

Join us for a special in-person event where you’ll get to “try on” the volunteer experience and get an inside look at what it means to be part of the Minds Matter SoCal community.

Whether you’re thinking about mentoring or simply exploring ways to give back, this is your chance to hear real stories, ask your questions, and discover where you might fit in.

What to Expect:

• Alumni + Volunteer Panel: Hear firsthand from former students and longtime volunteers about how this community changed their lives, and what it could mean for yours.
• Shadow a Live Session: Step into a real Minds Matter Saturday session and see how our students, mentors, and volunteers come together to support college readiness, confidence, and connection.
• Volunteer Journey Preview: Learn what volunteering actually looks like. From time commitments to the support we provide, we'll walk you through each role and how they connect to our students' success.

This event is the perfect way to explore how your unique experiences and passions can help support the next generation of first-gen college students. We can't wait to meet you!

Refreshments Provided. Enter parking lot on Leighton Ave. and proceed up the yellow stairs.