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Discover how APTA is making a positive local impact during APTA CSM.
Making a Positive Local Impact at APTA Combined Sections Meeting
APTA is committed to leveraging our national conferences and events as opportunities to make a positive impact on the local community and live our commitment to creating safe, inclusive, healthy, accessible, and environmentally sustainable events for all participants.
Here are some of the attendee service opportunities and actions taking place during APTA CSM in Anaheim, Feb. 12-14, 2026.
Supporting Pathways of Hope
Make School Backpacks
Volunteers are needed to create and provide school backpacks loaded with supplies that students of all ages will need. The school backpacks will be distributed to the families living in Pathways of Hope's shelters and families picking up food at our food distribution center.
Questions? Contact Ann Stoddard.
For more information about the project, visit Pathways of Hope.
Supporting Dreams for Schools
Create STEAM & Engineering Program Packets for Schools
Volunteers are needed to assemble materials and kits used in Let's Explore STEAM and engineering programs for students throughout Southern California.
Questions? Contact Nithin Jilla.
For more information about the project, visit Dreams for Schools.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Additional volunteer opportunities are available through PT in the Community, a Foundation of the Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Learn more.
Commitment to Belonging
APTA is committed to promoting a community of belonging where all members are valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. The above opportunities are just a few of the ways our association will live our broader commitment to improving the lives within our communities.
If you would like to learn more or get involved, please visit us in the APTA Pavilion in the exhibit hall at APTA CSM or email us.