I've been in search of a non-profit location to donate clothes and other items, and was very happy…read morewhen I called Catholic Charities of Los Angeles and was referred to this location. I was really hesitant about donating my clothes because they are still in very good condition, in fact some still had the tags on them, and I didn't want them going just anywhere only to eventually end up in a dumpster someplace. St. Margaret's Center ended up being the perfect place for me to donate. At first the lady who greeted me said she would put my donations out for the homeless, which worried me, but when she looked at them, she realized that they were very good quality (new or near new condition) and reassured me that she would put them aside for familes who come to the food pantry during the week. The center offers a lot of services for families and people who are in need, so I will be returning to donate more items, including some school supplies that children can use. If you are looking for a donation center, this is a great place. I was especially relieved that St. Margaret's does not put a price tag on donated items, everything is free to the community. Also, if you are looking for a place to volunteer, this seems like a good location because they offer so many programs including literacy tutoring, educational workshops, and citizenship classes, along with food pantry services. They also offer care and grooming for dogs of homeless people every Wednesday, which I think is reallly cool, so if you are a dog lover and want to help out give them a call. I'm sure you can also donate pet items like small blankets as well.

I applied to St. Margaret's Center's Renter Protection / Homeless Prevention Program as a qualified…read moreCity of Hawthorne resident...referred by the city's own homeless services team, who considered me a clear candidate. Over a full month I submitted extensive documentation, completed every intake form, and was completely honest about my finances and my hardship, including deeply personal information. I was denied. The reason: my income doesn't currently cover my expenses. Sit with that. This is a program that exists to prevent homelessness, and I was turned away for experiencing the exact hardship it's designed to address. I was told to reapply once my income covers my expenses...but if it did, I wouldn't need rental assistance at all. The program's own logic screens out the people who need it most and reserves help for those already close to stable. What frustrated me most was pouring a month of time, honesty, and privacy into a process that was never structured to help someone in active crisis. If this program only assists people who are already nearly self-sufficient, say so upfront--so applicants and the agencies referring them aren't misled. I hope leadership re-examines eligibility criteria that leave the most vulnerable applicants with nothing.

I love volunteering here! What they do is really amazing and I'm happy to help out my community.read more

Have been volunteering here for almost two months and I really admire the staffs commitment to the…read morecause. Everything runs smoothly and they are making a difference in the community.

I'm a veteran that was referred to Volunteers of America in Ohio by the homeless veteran hotline…read more On paper the VOA seems very helpful, but it's the exact opposite. I was told I'd have a spot and bed at the VOA shelter. When I got back to Ohio and was going through the processing, the agent in charge of my case was very cold shouldered and shut that down immediately. The more I talked with him, the more he gave off the vibe that he's there to crush hope in veterans, and he gets off on putting people through an emotional roller coaster. He was taking and making phone calls to female clients while he was processing me in the system, but when I was on my own building, the most I ever heard from him was to tell me he'd call me back and never did. He didn't keep communication with me at all, nor did he have a desire to actually help me. He seems very corrupt to me and I can only imagine what he's doing behind the scenes. After a few hours of being there, I was sit up with a rooming house, and he said they'd be able to pay the rent for up to 9 months and the sooner I got back on my feet and had my own independence again the better. It has been 1 month and 13 days since that appointment, and I'm already being told I need to start paying rent on my own. As far as I'm concerned, they lied to me and are pulling the rug from under my feet as I'm trying to get back on my feet. They are putting me in a situation where if anything goes wrong, I'll be homeless again. They set me up to fail. I've been searching everywhere online to report them, but I'm having no luck. My warning to all is to not trust this organization. On paper they seem very helpful and on your side, but the truth is exactly the opposite. If you MUST use them, record your in person conversation on your phone and ask for copies of everything you sign. I believe they're taking advantage of people in their absolutely lowest moments and vulnerability.

i would give a zero rating if i coukd. this supposed help org. took me on a wildgoose ride…read morepromising me help to pay rent arrears so i woukdnt be homeless. i told them i only had till march 15th to pay to be able to stay housed. they led me on for 5 weeks then at the last minute told me they couldnt help me. now i have no where to live, no where to go because of this organization. do not go to them for any kind of help because they will lead you on then offer nothing leaving you destitute with no more time left to make another plan. they have caused my homelessness instead of helping me syay housed where i have been living for 9 years. stay away from this evil group.

What a wonderful place to volunteer. They are doing such good things to help so many people.read more

I volunteered here for my first time about 4 years ago and it was the most transformational day of…read moremy life! The amount of gratitude , love , and community I felt was indescribable. I wasn't sure what I was getting into when I first volunteered especially after learning it only takes 90 minutes to fully furnish and decorate an aged out foster youths home... but it happened and was amazing! I highly recommend volunteering to anyone who wants to help transform a strangers life!

Omg meet me tell you how great this food was! They had the freshest box I have ever had in my life…read more Oh the amount of food I got fed my family for weeks . Thank you so much. I didn't snap a picture but I can say it was an amazing experience. The service was exceptional and the value of the goods were beyond bomb.

Ms Ann is amazing, she has provided services to myself, and my family for over 2yrs now. The food…read moreis great and healthy and the location provides an ambience of peace!!! Weather it's visiting the garden area or just having a bite to eat!!! You will feel like you're on a trip for a day!!! May God continue to bless the vision and purpose of Ms Ann and Project 43. The marathon continues...... @juicyteas424.

My Special Needs grandson has gone to Friendship Foundation camp for 2 wonderful weeks. He loves it…read moreso much and can't wait to go back. Friendship Foundation is an organization that helps Special kids and adults in Southern California. It is located in the Redondo Beach area. It is easy to get to. There is nothing you will not love about this place. They have so many programs and activities, but I will address only the camp here. Your child or adult will be teamed up with a buddy, and the fun starts. There are so many volunteers and staff, all who care about only making the campers happy, safe, and able to form new friendships. They teach kindness and sharing and letting everyone know that no matter your "disability" you are perfect just the way you are. If you have a Special person in your life, you are lucky. They will love this camp. No one is left out. It is just joyful.

Friendship Foundation has been a blessing in our lives! They truly care about the individuals they…read morework with and every Friendship Foundation staff is kind, compassionate, and so supportive. They offer a wide range of fun activities/ in person programs and zoom programs to help kids/ teens, and adults engage in social activities. Their summer camp is also nothing short from awesome! If you love someone with special needs, you'll love this organization

I'm still standing helped me see the light when my world was dark. Ms.Stephanie the CEO is a…read morebeautiful kind hearted women. She loved me the first second she heard my voice and helped me when everyone else left me for dead. if you need guidance, advice, shelter, food, or just someone to show you love call her. If she don't know the answer she will surely find it. she has a team full of amazing people that will support you and love you through it all. I'm so grateful to have found her. she has truly blessed me and my family.

I'm Still Standing is a great resource for those seeking need of any kind. They've orchestrated…read moreclothes give aways, fed the homeless, and provided bus tickets and various forms of transportation for those seeking a way home. The president/founder Stephanie has such a great loving spirit. I have never seen her turn anyone away. This is definitely the work our community and the world needs.

I initially met the team at Save My House back in September 2019 while my parent's house was facing…read morea foreclosure date. They reached out to me and offered, free, no cost assistance for my parents house. They walked me through all the steps to help me assist my parents with their loan modification, and they worked directly with the lender so I wouldn't have to (plus, I had no clue what to do) I was a little skeptical when they said no cost, but they said they were a non-profit agency. I decided to trust them since they didn't ask for any money like horror stories I have heard of online. Just as they said, they completed the loan modification at NO COST to us, and we got a really good loan modification and got us back on track with our payments. Most important... my parents property is safe. We signed all our docs and Marlon, our rep, always followed up to make sure we didn't have any questions. Marlon Amara was our rep who we dealt with and he was nothing short of AMAZING! Constant contact, always ready to answer my every question (even if it was 9pm at night, lol). Thank you so much from our entire family for all your help!!!! You are truly a blessed soul!

From the owner: Save My House California has been helping homeowners in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas to…read moreavoid foreclosure. When it comes to protecting your home and your family there is no better source of expertise. Our program is fully subsidized so leave your checkbook at home as there are never any upfront costs for our service.

I'm a military veteran and I volunteered with Team Rubicon for a brief time a few years ago. As a…read moreformer employee of FEMA and a college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Homeland Security, I was naturally intrigued by their claims of helping respond to disasters, and hoped my unique skill set could be an asset to their organization. I quickly found out that the same "Type A Personality" people who were assholes in the military were up to the same shenanigans in the ranks of Team Rubicon's leadership. And unlike the military, there isn't any structure or policies in place to settle disputes or remove toxic leadership. These numbskulls pretty much have their own little "Good old boys" club going on, and by pretending to be a non-profit group they get other people to foot the bill for their private clubhouse, all tax free! What a deal, huh? This absurd organization is a big part of the reason I no longer associate with other military veterans and don't usually advertise my prior association with the military.

I had great experiences here despite dealing with integrity issues concerning some members I can…read morespecifically name out ( Nick N. (stage name)with Danielle C. acknowledgement) during 2020 involved in unauthorized recording of other members without direct consent even while at home. Nick and Danielle without my direct consent, utilized my intellectual property rights for their film industry. This occurred when I devoted effortlessly with perfect attendance working at food bank in Orange Country to provide for low-income, disabled and elderlies impacted by Covid-19 at the time during year 2020 as on record. I've been with Team Rubicon since 2014 and taken on roles as Sawyer, Strike Team Leader and Safety Officer, along with serving as Wildland Firefighter Hotshots. Today on October 13, 2022, I've closed my business with Team Rubicon to focus on home and new opportunity. If I was to return, it'll involve clear transparency with Team Rubicon on where they stand in protecting their long-time members who contributed the most and went above and beyond. Overall, this organization did stepped up from the cowboy days and the time when we had members who joined for dating hookups and that turning it into Girls Gone Wild. Much improvements made and still to be made. Enjoyed my stay with no regrets in serving my community and to those in need. I've posted this on Google Review and on Team Rubicon's Facebook account as their staff removed it. I've already taken screenshots to share to the public. Not all on TR is bad, but Team Rubicon do have some real low-drive low-lives in this organization. I want Team Rubicon to be held responsible for violating my individual/intellectual rights. I am here to care for my family first and foremost, not to able body individuals I do not have direct connections with as family. Airborne, all the way. (Screenshot) (Restitution) (Audit)

My experience with this company so far has been pretty transparent and on time. Case workers like ,…read moreJessica, Kesha and Tresure have been very helpful and patient with explaining the process since it's my first time using this resource. Hopefully my experience continues this way throughout my journey with them. Thanks!

I was not satisfied with the service at connection for children!!!! I took in 2 Forster kids in the…read morebeginning of the month of September 2019 they stayed in my care to the middle of October 2019 and they refuse to pay me for my full services. For the full time that they where in my care. I then spoke to perla Velasquez who worked my case, chell who is another worker, Debra the manger of perla, Martha the payment department, and shante from HR! I GAVE COPIES OF EVERYTHING FROM THE FOSTER MOM SIGING THEM IN AND OUT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS OF PROOF!! if the ceo would like to resolve this issue please feel free to email me Shanea.anderson3@gmail.com P.S I will be reporting this to the BBB