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In Alhambra, the social infrastructure that scaffolds the good works of volunteer and professional leaders is the work of more than dozens of nonprofit organizations. Ranging in size from small, all-volunteer organizations to multi-million dollar service agencies, they all share a commitment to serve the community.
As a project led by the Alhambra Chamber and Alhambra Foundation, Alhambra Cares will be the one-stop for anyone wanting to give back in Alhambra. Find an updated, online resource that gathers information on all the local nonprofits below.
Active SGV ActiveSGV is currently working with the City of Alhambra and Alta Planning and Design on Walk, Bike, Move Alhambra, a plan to improve the quality of life for residents, workers, and visitors by providing improved facilities to allow people to walk and bike throughout the city. Danielle Zamora danielle@activesgv.org 626-388-6809 | Alhambra Chamber of Commerce The Alhambra Chamber of Commerce advocates and represents business interests and issues affecting the community. It provides an environment to help members succeed through a working partnership with all levels of government and community organizations. John Bwarie ceo@alhambrachamber.org 626-282-8481 |
Alhambra Historical Society Founded in 1966, the Alhambra Historical Society is an organization devoted to celebrating and preserving our city's unique cultural heritage. We invite you to support our work by becoming a member, attending our programs, or volunteering. Our museum is free and open to the public. Call for details! Chris Olson alhambrahistsoc@att.net 626-300-8845 |
Alhambra Latino Association The Alhambra Latino Association is committed to supporting the educational and cultural growth of the children and parents in the Alhambra Unified School District. ALA, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, accepts donations for student scholarships and other programming. Teresa Ybarra alhambralatinoassociation@gmail.com 626-864-4460 | Alhambra Police Foundation The Alhambra Police Foundation works in partnership with citizens, businesses and philanthropic organizations, to provide resources to the Alhambra Police Department to enhance its ability to serve at its highest level in making Alhambra a safer place to live, work and visit. Maria Gao Info@alhambrapolicefoundation.org (626) 407-0559 | Alhambra Public Library Foundation The Alhambra Public Library Foundation is a 501c3 organization that supports the enhancement of facilities, services and programs of the Alhambra Civic Center Library and to establish a permanent library endowment to benefit the citizens of the greater Alhambra area. Hilda LohGuan 626-570-5008 |
Alhambra Seventh-Day Adventist Church Alhambra SDA Church is the Grace Place where God’s Grace is brought to life through Outreach, Teaching, Fellowship, and Friendship. We are a diverse and welcoming community, open to all. We meet on Saturday mornings at 11am.
Celeste Harrison
graceplace37@yahoo.com 626-289-6137 | Asian American Economic Development Enterprises Our mission follows the Four 'E's: Employment, Education, Enterprise, and Excellence. We exist to help people find employment, to assist them in getting the expanded education they may need to ensure their promotion and competence, and to assist them on the road to building a successful enterprise. Norman Lee aaedeinfo@gmail.com 626-572-7021 |
Asian Pacific Counseling and Treatment Centers APCTC provides mental health services to clients of all ages with mental illness and behavioral health challenges. Specializing in serving the monolingual Asian Pacific community, we also provide services in English and Spanish to the entire community. Dr. Sheila Wu main@apctc.org 213-252-2100 | Asian Youth Center (AYC) The Asian Youth Center (AYC) exists to empower low-income, immigrant, and at-risk youth and families, of all communities, to succeed in school, at work, and in life through culturally and linguistically competent education, employment, and social services. Michelle Freridge Exec@aycla.org 626-646-4855 |
Boys & Girls Clubs of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside Boys & Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside has been a cornerstone of the community for 50 yrs. providing a safe, structured environment for young people after school, during holidays & on summer vacation for youth ages 6-17. JR Dzubak yng@wsgvbgc.org 626-573-2831 | Catalyst San Gabriel Valley Incorporated Catalyst San Gabriel Valley wants to see under served youth, families and schools not only survive but thrive. We have three initiatives: supporting housing insecure school families, equipping teens with healthy relationship curriculum, and supporting high need schools (especially garden projects). Jesse Chang jchang@catalystsgv.org 626-379-8165 |
Options for Youth Options For Youth (OFY) is a network of FREE non-profit public charter schools, serving students who have fallen behind in school, are looking to get ahead and graduate early, or simply desire a non-traditional learning environment. OFY- San Gabriel is now enrolling for grades 7th-12th. Melissa Martinez mmartinez@propelcmg.org 626-282-0390 | H.E.R.R. Foundation A Los Angeles based 501(c)(3) non-profit that functions locally, nationally and internationally with the goal of advancing education and the arts by fundraising for school supplies, workshops, scholarships, and enhancing the aesthetics of academic institutions and their communities through murals. Javier H. M. Ruiz info@herrfoundation.org 626-692-2345 |
San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership The San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership is a non-profit organization that serves the 31 cities in the San Gabriel Valley by providing services such as business assistance, political advocacy, and workforce development. Cristina Ortega info@sgvpartnership.org 626-856-3400 |
Soroptimist International - Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino Soroptimist International of Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino strives to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world by raising awareness of their needs and obstacles to success, and by providing services and support to achieve their dreams. Jane Carlson soroptimistofalhambra@gmail.com 480-251-0532 |
Taiwanese American Professionals Los Angeles TAP is dedicated to enhancing and empowering the Taiwanese American community in Greater Los Angeles through networking and professional development, while emphasizing the preservation of Taiwanese American identity since 1991. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, we engage our community with social, health and wellness, philanthropy, arts and culture, and professional events. Please visit us at our next event, which is shared through our social media and newsletter. Cindy Lee info@tap-la.org | YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley The YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley strengthens our community by working with our neighbors regardless of age, income or background. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Valerie R. Gomez val.ymca@gmail.com 626-576-0226 |
![]() ELARC is a private, non-profit organization under contract with the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS). It is one of 21 Regional Centers in the state, coordinating and providing community-based services to individuals with developmental disabilities. ELARC is committed to serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by promoting partnerships which empower them to achieve meaningful and fulfilling lifestyles in their communities. Please visit our website www.elarc.org or contact us for more information.
Candy Ng info@elarc.org 626-299-4700 | Options for Learning
Options for Learning provides free to low-cost, high-quality programs that prepare children ages 0-14 for the challenges of tomorrow. Interested in enrolling your child or looking for a rewarding profession? Call 626-699-8070 or visit OptionsForLearning.org to learn more! Options for Learning communications@optionsforlearning.org 626-699-8070 |
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Asian Pacific Counseling and Treatment Centers We are looking for donations of the following:
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Asian Youth Center (AYC) As 2022 comes to a close, please think of AYC's Emergency Food Program during the Holiday season and as your are making your year-end tax deductible gifts. Last year, AYC Emergency Food Program served 755 Families with more than 8,000 bags of groceries, making up more 30,836 nutritious meals. And in spite of the fact that things have begun to reopen, there are still more than 600 hundred families that depend on AYC’s emergency food program today. Donations of food, PPE, and other items are deeply appreciated as well as financial support. Please see our Emergency food program wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/hP359BK?ref_=wl_share We need to raise $25,000 by midnight on December 31, 2022 to continue providing Emergency Food Program services in 2023. Your $50 gift provides five meals for one low-income family. Your $100 gift will ensure fresh produce and dairy for ten low-income families. Your $500 gift feeds 25 families experiencing food insecurity. Your $1,000 gift allows AYC to keep the food program open on Saturdays. |
Downtown Alhambra Business Association We are collecting gently used jackets for the winter season to be donated to Asian Pacific Counseling & Treatment Centers at our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 2nd 5pm-9pm at the corner of Garfield Ave. and Main Street. |
Soroptimist International - Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino Our club welcomes both women and men to join us in the world-wide Big Dream Goal of helping 500,000 women and girls over the next 10 years through our Live Your Dream and Dream It, Be It Programs. This goal will become a reality through membership, volunteering, and donations. Volunteers are the heartbeat of Soroptimist. Our volunteers serve as global AND community leaders. |
Catalyst San Gabriel Valley Incorporated Help us as we support our local homeless youth and families during this holiday season with gift cards and care packages: www.catalystsgv.org |