It All Begins with "U" at UMMA
From its humble beginnings as a volunteer-powered effort, UMMA Community Clinic has always been fueled by people with a passion for giving back. Today, we’re still driven by that same spirit—and we need people like you! Join us in making a real impact and helping the South Los Angeles community thrive. Together, we can create change that starts with you.
UMMA Starts with "U"
From its humble beginnings as a volunteer-powered effort, UMMA Community Clinic has always been fueled by people with a passion for giving back. Today, we’re still driven by that same spirit—and we need people like you! Join us in making a real impact and helping the South Los Angeles community thrive. Together, we can create change that starts with you.
Roles for
All Ages
UMMA Community Clinic began as a volunteer-based operation and continues to rely on dedicated individuals of all ages who are willing to share their time and skills. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, there are opportunities for everyone to make a positive impact by joining UMMA and serving the needs of the South Los Angeles community.
Opportunities
Minimum Commitment = 8 hrs/month
- Must hold a current CA Medical License
- Available to commit at least 1+ year
- Provide record of updated vaccinations
- Agree to complete online training modules
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
- Start by completing this application.
If you’re a student interested in helping others, we can find a volunteer opportunity that suits you. We have options in clinical work, programs, development, and more. You can also learn about the medical field by participating in activities like patient chart reviews, research, and social media.
UMMA serves those in the local community who are uninsured and those with MediCal, Medicaid and Covered California. You must fall into one of those categories in order to be seen.
Looking to gain experience? We will work with your institution of higher learning for school credit. We offer Clinical, Behavioral Health, Administrative, Development internships and more!
Minimum Commitment = 40 hrs/month
All interns must have a TB test updated in the last year.
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Founded in 1996, the UMMA Volunteer Project (UVP), gives UCLA students the opportunity to gain hands-on medical experience and community service in underserved communities.
UVP makes their volunteer application available in September and sets a deadline each year. Please like their Facebook page to receive alerts in your newsfeed for when their application becomes available. Only a select number of individuals are selected in each application cycle.
For more information on UVP’s application process, visit their website by clicking here.
Email umma.clinic.vol@gmail.com to get in touch with UVP directly!
If you have limited time on your hands but share our passion for helping your community…you’re in luck! One-time or short-term volunteer opportunities for groups or individuals are available. Whether it’s lending your expertise as a health educator to our patients, hosting a fundraiser, volunteering at a community Health Fair, food distribution, special events or general outreach; we need you!
Email umma.clinic.vol@gmail.com to get in touch with UVP directly!