Community Development

The LB Public Service Corps

The Long Beach Public Service Corps (LBPSC) fosters economic inclusion and expands opportunities for residents so they can develop successful career paths into public service. Through this program, students and recent graduates will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain insights into the inner workings of City departments and contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the Long Beach community. Work up to 800 paid hours at $23 per hour. Application deadline is June 9. 2026.

Requirements:

1. Current CSULB or CSUDH undergraduate and graduate seniors OR recent graduate of CSULB or CSUDH who reside in Long Beach
2. Must be between the ages of 18 – 30 during the time of enrollment. 

Westside Nonprofit Monthly Convenings with The Nonprofit Partnership

The Nonprofit partnership continues building this collaborative with nonprofits and welcomes new organizations, community leaders, and key stakeholders interested in strengthening investment, partnerships, and impact across Westside Long Beach. Community members and organizations engaged in this collaborative can expect ongoing support in identifying and accessing funding opportunities, targeted technical assistance to strengthen organizational capacity, and meaningful connections that help redefine how investment is coordinated on the Westside. Through intentional partnership-building, this effort brings together nonprofits, funders, and key community stakeholders to align resources, deepen collaboration, and increase sustainable impact.

Please contact Jessica at jbenitez@tnpsocal.org if you have any questions.

Port of Long Beach Sponsorships

The Harbor Department provides sponsorship funds to nonprofit and governmental organizations for community functions and events to help inform the public about the Port. Visit www.polb.com/sponsorships. The application deadline is May 29, 2026.

Westside Long Beach Business Alliance

The newly created Westside Long Beach Business Alliance (WLBBA) is seeking more businesses to join their Business Association. Their goal is to create a community of businesses that support each other, leverage funding opportunities and activate local business corridors. Fill out this form to stay up to date on upcoming events.

Love your Block Community-Led Project Mini-Grants

Five resident-led projects were selected during the first round of mini-grants. Community members interested in supporting these projects by volunteering for a community workday in March or April, are encouraged to complete a volunteer interest form at lbcity.info/VolunteerLYB.

Job Opportunities – Long Beach Job Corps Center is Hiring!

Long Beach Job Corps is a residential Employment and Training Program for at-promise youth and young adults, ages 16 to 24, that is funded by the Department of Labor. They are located on the Westside of Long Beach at 1903 Santa Fe Ave.

For more information and to apply visit bizzellus.com/careers/ or send resumes to Kazmi.Shehla@jobcorps.org.

• Choose a tree from the list of available trees.
• Complete the tree planting permit and tree maintenance agreement forms.
• Submit your forms by email to TreeRequest@longbeach.gov OR mail them to:
  • City of Long Beach, Office Climate Action and Sustainability
  • 411 W. Ocean Blvd., 6th Fl., Long Beach, CA 90802