They used to be very helpful but the last few times I've need help it is pointless to waste time…read morewith this place I mean a package of ox tails that was it no brown st Mary's box, just a package of oxtails for a family of 5. They say these days they give the same amount of for for 1 person as the give for a family of six. How far can 1 package of mac and cheese feed 6 people? And now days you can get food for any address you ever lived at because I know for fact no one has had my ID but someone collects food at my address twice and so I've been denied help. I won't ever return there for help because they have been helpful last few years.

Volunteering is a big mistake. People who have "worked" there for years act like they own the…read moreplace and get demanding and nasty. At one point, I was slapped on the back so hard, I came home sore and with welts. Considering contacting the local authorities, this should never happen.

When I had my orientation at work, I found out about these folks. They work for such a great…read morecause. Apparently when United Way left this area, there was no one left to help out folks in the area that fell on rough financial times. In steps The River Fund. I found out they also help people apply for copies of birth certificates (because most states require notarized documents), which was the purpose of my visit. I spoke with Mike and was able to get his help walking me through the whole process. He was so friendly & helpful. He was kind enough to just charge me the exact fees that Los Angeles County (CA) was charging for my certificate. I told him I didn't have much leftover after that and just having paid my rent, so he didn't charge me for the notary services! He told me its normally only a $10 fee for it, and it isn't much, but still...I'm not trying to take advantage of the nice guy with the big heart. :) Please visit their website and see what they're about. PS. If you plan on going to their office, I suggest you call first. Otherwise, it may be difficult to get someone. The amount of available staff depends on the day of the week.

I never thought I would be in a position to need help, and I am so thankful for this organization…read more Two wonderful women helped me, and really made a difference in my life. I will make sure and donate when I am back in a position to. If you work at a casino, set up a river giver with HR! Even 1$ a paycheck helps!

Nice and clean people were friendly and helpful gave a lot of food for a family of 4 .read more

Angel help me with some interview clothing and she was very kind to me. The line is always short…read morewhen I come in.