About The LBTE
The Long Beach Time Exchange is a group of volunteers coordinating a community network to facilitate the sharing of time and talents for the common good.
Members provide services to others, and receive one time-credit per hour. They can use the credits in turn to receive services — or they can donate them to others.
In the process of completing time exchanges, all learn new skills and uncover our gifts, make new friends, and work to create sustainability for ourselves and our great city
Browse our Membership Handbook for info about posting requests and offers, setting up exchanges, and much more.Interested in becoming a member of the Long Beach Time Exchange? It’s as easy as 1-2-3…
- Head over to our "Join" page and then click the “Begin” button.
- Complete and submit your application – the platform will guide you through the necessary steps. (Keep a record of your username and password.)
- Our volunteer coordinators will review your information (typically within a week). Once approved, you’ll receive an email notification, and then you can log in.
New members are granted 2 hours of credit for joining!
Our Mission, Goals, and Vision
The mission of the Long Beach Time Exchange is to build and strengthen relationships within the city of Long Beach by connecting people’s unmet needs and untapped resources.
The goals of the Long Beach Time Exchange are to:
- Connect people to services by making services available for time credits.
- Connect people to people by cultivating reciprocity and interdependence amongst its members.
- Connect people to value though the recognition that all people have something to give, including work that is often unpaid or undervalued.
We envision a city where:
- Residents’ assets—including their diverse backgrounds and experiences—are recognized, valued, and nurtured.
- It is easy for residents to connect to each other through networks rooted in respect and trust.
- Residents share resources that both allow them to meet basic needs and to access their highest potential.
- Residents are empowered to affect and create structures and processes that encourage the growth and well being of themselves and Long Beach as a whole.
Our Values
- Assets: Everyone is an asset. Each individual brings value to our community.
- Redefining work: Work that is often overlooked and undervalued relative to the market economy is valuable. Activities like providing companionship, child and elder care, and civic participation are important.
- Reciprocity: A one-way flow of resources is not sustainable. Helping works better as a two-way street.
- Social networks/community: No one should be isolated. We are stronger and healthier when we are connected to each other.
- Respect: We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and strive to meet people where they are.
Here's a brief video to learn more about Time Banking: