826LA provides a variety of free programming throughout the week for students ages 6–18, designed to challenge and enchant while strengthening writing skills. Read on for an overview of our programs, and please click on the headers to find out even more.
To see a complete schedule of our programs, please sign up to volunteer.
TUTORING
Our method is simple: we pair students with trained volunteers who provide one-on-one help with homework, reading, and writing.
FIELD TRIPS
To get kids excited about writing, 826LA inspires students to collaboratively write a book—in three hours!
WORKSHOPS
Local artists, writers, and professionals teach workshops ranging from puppetry to songwriting.
WRITERS’ ROOMS
& IN-SCHOOLS
826LA works with high school students outside of the writing centers in Echo Park and Mar Vista.