Last Saturday the ministry I work for came in and volunteered at their "clothing store" to help…read morethose affected by the Los Angeles fires, and it was amazing! I had never heard of this place before but it's truly an amazing place! The name is very fitting for the amazing work that is done here. Their store was filled with brand new items (many popular brands) fitting every style and size. They also include necessities such as backpacks, shoes, toilet paper, etc and the rule is YOU CAN TAKE AS MUCH AS YOU NEED! Usually there's a limit but not here, they provide you with trash bags and you can take as much as needed. They also have an area for groceries, toys, hot food, and so much more! It was truly amazing working here and seeing so many families being helped. There were so many volunteers and so much resources being passed out, I've never see anything like it. I recommend this place for anyone who is having a tough time, facing homelessness, job loss, etc to seek this place out. They also help with finding housing and schooling. Such a valuable place to the city of Los Angeles!

I went to drop off clothes on a Thursday morning. Before we could even fully walk up, Ruben…read moreacknowledged us. I was expecting it to be like a Goodwill where people aren't that friendly. But Ruben was beyond amazing. He answered all our questions and gave us information about how Dream Center gives back to the community. It really made me happy to know that dad's old clothes were going to a place that give away the clothes and not sell them. Thank you Ruben for making our morning so amazing. Especially after driving in 1.5 hours of traffic :P

I love this place. There are many worthy charities in LA, but this one is by far my favorite. The…read morestaff are all very welcoming and friendly, the administration is dedicated, and they all share a passion for helping those in need. They have built a community of more than just great volunteers, but also of the ones they serve. They greet them by name, know their stories and treat them with dignity and respect day in and day out, even when no one is watching. If you're looking for a great place to be a part of, I highly recommend coming here. The joy is infectious and I always leave with a smile on my face.

***This a message for those intending to volunteer with the St. Francis Center (DTLA), it's lengthy…read morebut worth the read*** This is nothing but an advisory service for those considering to volunteer with DTLA St. Francis mission. I wish not to deter or negate the intentions of the entire organization based on the actions of a few. There are genuinely good people and purpose being performed within this organization. With that said, I was recently dismissed from being able to volunteer with this mission. You might be asking yourself, how does one possibly get fired from a volunteer position that they signed up for? In my instance, it had nothing to do with my work ethic, timeliness, or understanding of the tasks at hand. (We were distributing food and clothing to the locals in need, absolutely not a complex concept whatsoever.) However, during my short stint volunteering with St. Francis I realized quickly that the management was somewhat dismissive of new volunteers which was masked as being overworked and overburdened. In most cases, running such a huge operation which can effect an entire communities functionality would be understandable. Unfortunately, I was personally met with this attitude and energy regularly. Despite that being the case, that didn't stop my enthusiasm or willingness to work diligently in order to positively impact the lives of those in need. I chose St. Francis for a reason, regardless of the circumstances of the people they serve they do so with seemingly compassionate intent. Unfortunately for me, an ill-timed joke made an organization possibly question the morality of their normalized "business" practices. Just days into my experience, I made a comment about some of the employees picking out donated items for their own personal use. In this realm of work, I'm completely aware that this is a common (and unspoken) practice amongst a plethora of donation organizations. It's shitty and in bad taste but it happens. Personally, it's not a big deal to me, it doesn't effect my well-being or sleep at night. My comments (which were in pure joking spirit and I thought were harmless) must have been overheard because I was approached by the director of the volunteer department. I was told by this person that the employees at the mission were allowed first dibs at the clothing, apparel, and miscellaneous items donated to the organization, to which I replied simply "I don't care." Said leader responded, "It sounded like you did, it would be better you not say anything at all." Shameless, nasty, rude. I completed my responsibilities, helped clean the areas I was assigned to and continued about my day proud of my participation with St. Francis Center. Sadly, later that afternoon I received an email claiming that I was 'not a good fit' at the mission and that I would no longer be allowed to volunteer with the organization. Initially confused and somewhat disappointed, I went on to laugh and laugh about the ridiculous circumstances bestowed upon me. The dismissal of my services from St. Francis Center won't hinder me from helping this particular part of town or community. (Mind you, there are a multitude of other organizations in the same area that do similar work and are seemingly more inviting, it can all be considered subjectively.) Regardless of my personal experience St. Francis' mission is genuine. Just be aware that those in positions of power in regards to their volunteer department may have some tyrannical and not so pleasant traits that rear their ugly heads from time to time. Do the work for yourself if you choose to volunteer here, in the end, righteousness will always prevail. God bless.

Great people and a great deal of resources done right. Thanks primarily to Karen Bassread more

Continue with the good work, this place cater for mental health.My son disappeared for 6 months did…read morenot know where he was.You kept him safe,God bless the all community. I saw him today,unbelievable.He is safe. Will let the detectives know he is here safe. Be blessed abundantly. I know you will be.

Wouldn't "not recommend" but at this time I could not recommend…read more Some Staff members filled there jobs well, others not so much. Thank You.

This place is doing a good job. Most of the staff seem to care and take time to make sure we are…read moreok. Security makes me feel safe and having nurses and my medication on site helps. The food is good and I like movie night.

First place I tried when I became homeless. I was shocked to receive free food. Though most of the…read morefood was of an ethnic palate that I didn't enjoy or know how to eat/cook.

Nice selection of food admonish my health with sova very easy to get to and Carry food wiseh they…read morehad chips and dip

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.

In my experiences with the staff members at Kingdom Causes Bellflower, I found them to be very…read moresincere and passionate in what they do. Whether it's greeting you with a smile or truly listening to your situation, you feel understood and cared about. As for the organization as a whole, I was very impressed in their variation of programs available to the community. Programs focused to help in areas of homelessness, employment and job training, community engagement, neighborhood development, affordable housing, and leadership development efforts; just awesome. Keep it up you guys! :]

I recently moved to bellflower and I fell on some CRAZY hard times and I love it here I found a…read moreplace for me and my girl to keep them in the same schools and the same neighborhood the rent is reasonable and I went through all avenues for assistance when I tell you I went to kingdom causes as a last resort VALERIE showed up and out for me the staff is amazing with kids and welcoming this city does not have enough ppl like them my girls would have been in a car for the holidays but because of them they will have a place to sleep and even groceries

When I first learned about A Place 2 Go from Jahmalie Smith, the owner, I immediately understood…read morethe mission and wanted to be a part of it. Because of Jahmalie's personal experience with incarceration and release, and having gone through the process of rebuilding her life, she knows what it takes to move forward. Her story connects her to this work in a real way. That's why the work she's doing now is so impactful and inspiring.

I just have to say how much I love what A Place 2 Go is doing. It's more than a place to live, it's…read morelike a community where you can feel at home. The staff are amazing! Especially the owner Jahmalie, it is clear she cares for what she has built. What's awesome is how thoughtful everything is. From comfy spaces to meaningful resources to safety features that give you peace of mind. It's clear this place is built with heart. If you're looking for a place that feels like family, you've found it here.