Junior Ambassadors

Around 30 children and teenagers wearing matching purple Children's Hospital Los Angeles polo shirts pose for a team photo on the Santa Monica Pier

The Junior Ambassadors of Children's Hospital Los Angeles are kids and teens from the community who support the hospital’s lifesaving work. The program offers participants the opportunity to work together and become incredible hospital representatives and fundraisers. It’s a powerful and inspiring model of kids helping kids.

Since 2012, Junior Ambassadors have spoken at various events and shared their stories, inspiring more than $2.5 million in donations to support the hospital’s patients and families.

How to Become a Junior Ambassador

Email us at ambassadors@chla.usc.edu to learn more about the program and be added to our communication list.  This is the first step in our registration process. You will then receive updates regarding information sessions, important dates, and ways you can start making an impact right away.

We offer 30-minute virtual information sessions in May, June, and July. These sessions provide a great opportunity to learn about the program and have your questions answered before registration opens in July. The link to register will be available on our webpage once registration opens. Registration closes once capacity is reached.

Questions? Contact us at 323-361-1700 or ambassadors@chla.usc.edu.

Resources for Junior Ambassadors

Thank you for being a Junior Ambassador of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Everything you need to support your fundraising and advocacy efforts is on the Junior Ambassadors resources page.

Program Highlights

Every member of the Junior Ambassadors Program is offered a special calendar of events and opportunities that allow participants to connect, learn, and inspire each other.

Junior Ambassadors Conference

Connect with fellow Junior Ambassadors and learn more about the hospital.

Fundraise

Use our online fundraising pages to raise money for the hospital. 

Volunteer and Leadership Opportunities

Participate in a variety of activities that include speaking opportunities, community outreach, and hands-on volunteering. (Please note: Contact with patients is not permitted.)

Speaker Training

Practice and refine your personal story of support for CHLA in small group settings. Plus, build confidence and develop leadership skills to share CHLA’s mission.

Tour Training

Tour training is a key tool for educating Junior Ambassadors about the hospital and providing tips for leading a tour of their own. After completing the training, Junior Ambassadors will feel empowered to speak with others about their support for CHLA.

Junior Ambassadors Celebration

To recognize the hard work and dedication of all our Junior Ambassadors, come celebrate with us at a year-end party that brings together participants and their families.

Looking to donate to a specific Junior Ambassador’s online fundraising page? Please visit CHLA.org/fundraise and search by their name to make a gift toward their goal.

Contact Us

For questions, contact ambassadors@chla.usc.edu or 323-361-1700.