Who hosts the work

Volunteer-run animal rights nonprofit based in San Diego and Orange counties.

International street outreach organization whose Cube of Truth chapter directory lists Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego groups.

Valley Village nonprofit that rescues animals from laboratories and campaigns to end animal testing.

San Diego County backcountry refuge near Campo for abused and slaughter-bound farm animals, offering private tours, open houses, free field trips and a volunteer program.

National farm animal protection nonprofit whose Southern California shelter in Acton houses about 100 rescued farm animals and runs guided tours Friday through Sunday.

Redlands nonprofit founded in 2025 that shelters abandoned farm animals and runs field trips, a youth program, a seasonal pumpkin patch and volunteer days.

Morongo Valley nonprofit where more than a hundred rescued animals roam among outdoor art; adults-only guided tours and day passes fund the rescue, and the address is shared on booking.

Chatsworth care farm that combines a rescued-animal sanctuary with garden, volunteer and education programs and posts ranch open hours on its site.

Los Angeles animal rights nonprofit known for undercover investigations and campaigns against animal testing, the pet trade and the dog meat trade.

Exotic animal sanctuary in Alpine housing more than 60 rescued animals across 19 species, including big cats, bears and ranch animals, open by reservation Wednesday through Saturday.

San Pedro rehabilitation hospital for stranded sea lions and seals, open to visitors Friday through Monday with docent-led viewing.

Farmed animal protection nonprofit headquartered on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles that runs investigations, corporate campaigns and public events.

Volunteer-run Lake Elsinore sanctuary for pigs, cows, goats, sheep, birds and small animals; visits are arranged by email and volunteers commit to weekly four-hour shifts.

Laguna Beach hospital for stranded sea lions, elephant seals, harbor seals and fur seals that rehabilitates and releases its patients with the help of animal care and education volunteers.

Lakeside nonprofit that rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes pot-bellied pigs and lists volunteer opportunities on its site.

Culver City environmental science museum and rescue center for confiscated exotic wildlife, with hourly weekend public tours and a volunteer program for ages 14 and up.

Off-grid farmed animal rescue in Temecula that runs private tours, ticketed public events, an annual gala and a regenerative garden volunteer program.

Acton farm animal sanctuary caring for about 30 rescued cows, donkeys, horses, pigs, sheep, goats and birds, visited by appointment with a day's notice.

Big cat preserve in Acton, home to more than 50 rescued lions, tigers, leopards and other exotic cats, visited on reserved monthly safaris for adults.

Annual Orange County vegan festival held at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa.

California nonprofit, run from Orange County, that sponsors and lobbies for state animal protection bills.

Santa Clarita sanctuary for rescued cows, horses, pigs, goats and birds that opens to the public on Sundays and pairs animal care with programs for youth.

Ramona farm animal sanctuary founded in 2020 that asks volunteers for a recurring commitment and hosts fundraising events on site; its street address is not published.

Los Angeles based producer of free-entry vegan food festivals, including its Los Angeles street fair, that also runs events in other cities.

San Diego County nonprofit dedicated to making veganism more accessible that publishes local vegan event listings and runs a recurring night market.

Menifee nonprofit sanctuary for goats, chickens, horses and other rescued animals that offers private tours by donation and takes volunteer applications.