Great place to volunteer. For first timers, you'll need to attend a volunteer orientation in the…read moremorning right before you volunteer. You will sign up for this on line. The orientation is about 30 minutes, after that the fun begins! During the AM shift, I helped load grocery carts filled with food for families and organized a cabinet. I also helped caseworkers with interpreting in Mandarin in person and over the phone. Definitely a great experience and great organization to help. They are truly helping those in need. Free street parking. About a 10 minutes walk from Allen station. Remember to wear sneakers and comfy clothes.

My kids and I have volunteered for many years at this food bank. It is a lifeline for so many…read morepeople in need in our community. It's incredible how much food they distribute and how many families they help. I see on their social media how they give holiday gifts to children in need, help with back to school supplies and vouchers, dental cleanings, vet clinics, mobile showers and so much more. Many of the people who work here are volunteers, and even the paid staff don't earn much - I know of some who have been past clients wanting to give back. I have seen the faces of gratitude of some of the clients who come here for help. Whenever I come here I have a renewed sense of faith in human kindness and generosity, seeing the impact this organization has and the generosity of so many volunteers and donors, trying to help those who need it most. I'm sad reading the negative review. I also imagine people are quicker to complain on yelp even for free services than to show their appreciation. I also understand it must be truly frustrating for people who are hungry and/or struggling to survive to have patience when things don't go smoothly as life is already so difficult to bear. But I truly believe that the people working at Foothill Unity are doing their best within the constraints or limited resources they have and that they are also dealing with tough and stressful situations all day. I think it is unrealistic to expect a charity that is dependent on volunteers and has limited resources to be a well-oiled machine. In my interactions with those who work there, I believe they are doing the best they can, and I am inspired by all the amazing things they do.

I was fortunate to win a ticket from Yelp for Union Station Homeless Services' annual fundraiser…read more My ticket allowed me to participate virtually in the Roarin' 2021 Evening for the Station event and silent auction and also included a boxed meal from Porta Via. Union Station Homeless Services is a nonprofit committed to helping individuals and families facing hunger, poverty, and homelessness in the community by providing the tools and resources they need to rebuild their lives. Last year, during the pandemic, they helped over 1,000 people find homes and employment. The day before the fundraiser I stopped by their office to pick up my boxed meal from Porta Via. Porta Via is a casual Italian market, deli, bakery & restaurant located in Pasadena. My meal consisted of roasted vegetable skewers, orecchiette pesto pasta salad, and mixed greens with feta, cranberries with a light vinaigrette. (Grilled Salmon and Grilled Chicken Kabobs were the other options.) Everything was delicious! This year's Evening for the Station was a hybrid event held virtually and in person. The in-person function was held at the University Club Pasadena. Entertainment for the evening featured performances from the Gerry Rothschild Band and a variety dance show by Todd Elliot Entertainment. Union Station's CEO Anne Miskey told us about all the wonderful work the nonprofit does. Gerry Rothschild mentioned that he also volunteers for Union Station Homeless Services and serves lunches every Thursday. There were some technical difficulties with the live feed but, overall, it was a very enjoyable event. The music was good, the dancers were fantastic, and there were some great items available in the silent auction, which I did bid on. Thank you so much Megan & Yelp for the opportunity to enjoy this experience.

What a great experience! I won tickets through Yelp to their "A Roarin' 2021 Evening for the…read moreStation" event. I was able to chose to either attend the event in person or through zoom. I decided to attend through zoom because we're going through Covid. I was able to pick up a meal the day before. I got the grilled salmon by Porta Via. The food tasted great especially the salad that came with it. The event was very interesting to me. I've never attended an event through zoom. I was able to listen to music that I don't normally listen to but enjoyed every second of it. There were items being auctioned but I wasn't able to place a bid on anything unfortunately. I really did appreciate every moment of this experience. I remember I used to come to their Holly location and volunteer with my church during Thanksgiving so I was super excited to have won tickets to this event.

This is the place I needed to be ! With others that are…read moregoing through the same thing, n even the caregivers love to hear your story so they might know what to expect ! Love the place ! You guys definitely did an awesome job ! Congratulations on the new building ! Jus what the cancer community needs ! I jus hope everyone that goes here spreads the word to others , there are so many of us out there, n so many with no answers or help ! Thank you so much !

I cannot say enough about how much support my family and I have received from this amazing…read moreorganization. Everyone here is truly awe-inspiring with how much they care about their members.

Really wanted to like this because my volunteer orientation was so promising, but I had a really…read moreunfortunate experience and misunderstanding with one of the male workers/volunteers here on thanksgiving day (I told this older Asian volunteer there was no need to micro manage me putting plates in boxes and staff member thought I was talking about him and took it personally). I had a bad feeling when I walked in and saw everyone really quiet and the overall vibe was kind of uncomfortable. I also had to ask for everything I needed ("do I need an apron? Ok, where are they? Do I need gloves? Ok where? Where can I put my stuff?" etc) and there were no clear instructions for me since there was already an assembly line with no room. That on top of a generally unfriendly vibe was not how I wanted to make impact and spend my time, so I left. Unfortunately I'll have to keep looking for other volunteer opportunities.

I tried donating huge bags of unused woman items and clothes/hygiene items that i couponed. i…read morecalled and called for weeks no one answers the lines even 4 years after the pandemic. in some cases they ask to leave messages : what for? no one ever returns calls. NO ONE! i came by since they did not answered only to hear them refuse bags, stating i needed to schedule an appt. I have recommended women and they have not being helped either. They never have enough staff to assist those in need. yet the times i've been there you can see many individuals talking among themselves at the front. All these non profits who are supposed to be helping aren't. Been in case management for 2+ years and its very disappointing. Money stays at the top with execs once it hits where it's needed there's never enough money. Why are execs being paying 100K+ to sit in their nice offices clocking in and out having expensive lunches. they are all the same. theres good profits in non profits specifically homeless. Homelessness will never end as those who own non profits keep the money. yes i said it been there: OWNERS OF NON PROFITS KEEP MOST OF THE MONEY. WHILE PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS KEEP COMING TO FEED AND DONATE GOODS NON PROFITS WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP MONEY. some non profits send their clients to the corners where they know items are being given for free. this way they'll save even more $$$$.

My beautiful sissy Melineh travels often and brings back unused toiletries from hotels. She…read moreacquired quite a collection, so we go together one evening to put together apothecary bags to give to the unhoused. Since we made about 90 kits, she figured it would be best for us to deliver them to an organization that assists those in need, and she found Foothill Unity Center. Foothill Unity Center is a multi-service agency that provides services to individuals and families in need. Founded in 1980 by Josephine Anderson, the center has become a source for food, health services, and crisis assistance to thousands of low-income families in the SGV. The place is clean and spacious and the staff were friendly and gracious for our donation. It felt nice to do something good for others and give back to the community. The security guard on duty was an absolute doll - polite, friendly, and respectful. He made our day as much as we made his. They accept donations of any kind and you can drop off during business hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Mon - Fri. Donation wish list: https://foothillunitycenter.org/wish-list/ You can also volunteer https://foothillunitycenter.org/volunteer/.

NIKKI B And I came here and we donated multiple bags of apothecary that we had put together that…read moreincluded various shampoo's, soap's, etc. This establishment helps families with food and various types of apothecary that they need to survive during hard times. Please donate. I forgot the security guard in the front his name but he is very nice and was extremely welcoming.

I'm not sure what we would have done without Young And Healthy and the amazing employees that are…read morethere with 100% care, like Miss Lilia, Miss Lupe, Miss Sunny and Miss Witney. They connect your family with much needed medical and federal services through programs allocated and usually at no rate, if you qualify. We thank you all so very much. Love, the Bird family

An amazing nonprofit that connects kids in Southern California who are un/underinsured with free…read morehealthcare services. I've volunteered with this organization for the past year and cannot speak of them more highly. Every single person who works here cares so much and the programs they create for kids in Pasadena are amazing. Donate here, volunteer here, you will not be disappointed! A great local nonprofit.

Have donated my childrens books to this company.they seem very friendly and nice.am coming to meet…read morethem in september MG Author of childrens books

Just letting anyone know that if you are homeless and need a place to go, the Union Recuse Mission…read moreis a pretty good place to stay for a few days, just be Careful when eating the food in the Dining room, check the expiration date if you're giving a sandwich the sandwiches donated by Starbucks are badly outdated. The bathrooms in the Men's Dorm and Women's Dorm isn't kept very clean. I stayed there for about 5 weeks and no real assistance from staff but a lot of bullshit. Case Manager Mr. James is pretty nice but some of the other no so nice. So unfortunately I'm not giving any Star review or thumbs up but a thumbs down . Unfortunately no pictures to add..

I can't say enough wonderful things about Jesse and his crew. Always warm and welcoming AND…read moregrateful for the things I've been able to donate. They are providing a much needed service for the community as well as for recently emancipated foster youth, an endeavor close to my heart as a former social worker. I will always support and appreciate Journey House!

Hands down the best thrift store in the area ever since it opened. It was my hidden gem! I found…read moresooo many special pieces in this store. When I moved away from Pasadena they were so helpful and accommodating on picking up my refrigerator and allowing me to donate so many items. I will truly miss this place and hope to come again one day soon!