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Every child needs someone in their corner. For children and youth facing the complex foster care system, a trusted mentor can make all the difference in the world. Since 1987, Alameda County Court Appointed Special Advocates (ACCASA) has recruited, trained, and supported dedicated volunteers to be the constant in a foster child’s life—a person they can count on for compassion, guidance, advocacy, and information. The unique relationship expands the child’s world through enriching experiences and forges bonds that often last into successful adulthood

House of Ruth is dedicated to the prevention of domestic violence and ensuring the safety and well-being of those impacted by it.

Su Casa empowers individuals and families to live free from domestic abuse and builds partnerships with communities to end domestic violence.

Established in 1980, Jenesse Center, Inc. is one of the oldest domestic violence intervention and prevention programs in Los Angeles. Jenesse’s mission is to restore families impacted by domestic/sexual violence through holistic, trauma informed, culturally responsive services and advance prevention initiatives that foster and sustain healthy, violence free communities. We seek to prevent and end the cycle of domestic violence through education, outreach initiatives, public policy and advocacy strategies and collaboration with key partners. Jenesse works towards systematic changes in how local, state and federal entities can more effectively address Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention. 60% of Jenesse's clients are children, who are the most vulnerable and voiceless victims

Our mission is to prevent violence by building skills and inspiring individuals to be agents of personal, community & cultural change.

THEIR MISSION TRANSFORMING LIVES OF THOSE AT RISK OR VICTIMIZED BY SEXUAL EXPLOITATION THEIR VISION A WORLD WHERE EVERY VICTIM OF SEXUAL EXPLOITATION HAS ACCESS TO TRANSFORMATIVE CARE.

In the spirit of caring for our neighbors, 360 Communities provides hope and support to people by engaging communities to prevent violence, ensure school success and promote long-term self-sufficiency.

Tennyson Center for Children improves the mental health and wellness of those impacted by trauma and other adverse experiences. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity and support needed to learn, grow, and thrive.

Originally started by the Harbor Area YWCA, our mission is to provide shelter and support to anyone impacted by domestic violence, empowering them to move beyond trauma, towards safety & stability. Established in 1983, we have been serving the community for more than 40 years. Our programs are inclusive and help all survivors build healthy, safe, violence-free lives. We serve Los Angeles County with a Harbor Area/South Bay focus. Most of our clients have low/no incomes. We provide all services in Spanish and English. We work to improve the quality of life for survivors, and to prevent future acts of domestic violence through prevention education.

First Witness CAC works to strengthen the community’s response to child abuse by providing forensically sound interviews, family advocacy, medical and mental‑health coordination, prevention education, and professional training — all to support healing for children, vulnerable adults, and their families.

Casa Julia operates emergency shelters and community programs for women and children who are survivors of domestic violence, providing safe housing, counseling, legal support and rapid re‑housing services. Since 1979 the organization has focused on protection, psychosocial healing, and promoting autonomy and reintegration for survivors across Puerto Rico.

Heartly House works to end domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse by providing free crisis services, emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and prevention/education programs for survivors and their families in Frederick County.