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Find youth programs and services near you!

The interactive map below can help you find nearby recreation activities, employment programs, tutoring services, leadership opportunities, and many more free and low-cost City of Los Angeles services to earn, learn, and play throughout the year.

Earn Learn Play banner with youth participating in various City of Los Angeles Programs.

Types of Youth Services

Three children riding down the street smiling with helmets on.

Whether you're into sports, visual arts, drama, or music, we've got activities to help you explore your interests and develop your talents.

Four young adults at a table smiling and collaborating with each other.

Explore paid internships and careers, gain job skills, and receive coaching to land quality jobs.

Children at a table with notebooks and equipment to learn about science experiments.

Dive into exciting STEM activities, get homework help, tutoring, and college prep support to boost your grades and get ready for college. 

Table of youth leaders. In the center a young lady standing reached out to extend a hand to another individual at the table.

Engage in civic activities, community service, and advocacy. Join youth councils, volunteer, and make your voice heard.

Two hands holding a heart-shaped piece of paper.

Get access to healthcare information, mental health advice, and other supports to help you stay physically and mentally strong.

An adult and a child sitting at a table smiling at each other as to signify mentorship.

Connect with caring adults and peers who can guide you through challenges and help you achieve your education and life goals. 

Back of the torso of an individual with a vest that reads "Public Safety" on the back.

Access services for crime prevention, gang reduction, legal and immigration assistance, and support for foster youth. 

Four young people filling boxes with food. All four smile.

Get help finding resources related to food, shelter, transportation, and economic stability. 

 

 

Earn Learn Play Partners

Official Headshot of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Mayor Karen Bass
Official Headshot of Los Angeles Councilmember Monica Rodriguez.
Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez
Official Logo of the organization GPSN (Great Public Schools Now).
GPSN

Led by the Youth Development Department, in partnership with the Offices of Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez and GPSN, Earn Learn Play connects youth to programs and services from the following partner City Departments and Offices: Animal Services, Civil + Human Rights and Equity, City Clerk, City Tourism, Community Investment for Families, Cultural Affairs, Economic and Workforce Development, Fire, Housing, Library, Neighborhood Empowerment, Recreation and Parks, Personnel, Police, Transportation, Zoo, as well as the Mayor’s Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development, Board of Public Works, Housing Authority, Port of L.A., and World Airports.