Community spotlight
Who makes El Monte better?
A teacher who believed in someone. A neighbor who always shows up. A volunteer who makes time. Help tell their story.
Nominate a local hero →Nominate a local hero
It takes about five minutes: who they are, what they did and why it matters here. Not sure they’d agree? Choose “Please ask them first” and we’ll contact them before anything is published. Nominations stay private until a person reviews them.
Start a nomination →Approved stories appear here automatically. No nomination guarantees publication or promotion on social media.
Honored local heroes
Loading approved stories…
Volunteer and give back in El Monte
City volunteer program
El Monte Police Department Volunteers
The police department invites adults 19 and older to volunteer in roles such as dispatch, records, traffic control and community events.
Source: City of El Monte
Checked on the official pages on October 27, 2026. Programs and openings change; follow each link for current details.