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

I have never met a more caring and compassionate organization in Los Angeles. The level they go to…read moreso you can be comfortable knowing you have a nice meal every day is amazing. I love how they deliver your meal, snack and beverage to your door and greet you with so much kindness. It's nice when you are homebound to have people brighten up your day. I've been in a wheelchair since April 30th due to a tear of the lateral meniscus of my right knee, and it's been very comforting knowing someone out there cares enough to help you in your time of need. I know for a fact that when I am completely healed, I am going to give back through this organization. I would be proud to call it part of my life's work, being there for others and helping to make a difference in the world.

3/11/2026: I am a Senior Citizen. We are raising our grandson, whose mama passed away. (my…read moredaughter). I hurt my dominant right wrist and was in a splint and sling for over a week, and cannot drive. My Wonderful Husand has been a God-send and stepped up.. But he has been called away to help his elderly mother, in Florida. I also had surgery on my right big toe the day before yesterday. I called Meals on Wheels a week ago to get set up to help us, in case I could not drive. Fortunately, the Doctor's released me, and I can drive to the store. Meals on Wheels delivered to us for two days. The food is more bland than I prefer, but my tummy is full and the food is nutritious. There was a little mix up on the first day, but that got straightened out. I thought I would need Meals on Wheels for 11 days but we only used it for two. Cancelling is easy. I can see how this is a great (and needed) service for people homebound and a great opportunity to give back and to Volunteer. Thank you Suzanne for your graciousness to us.

The best place to interact with kittens and young cats before adoption. They are all rescues…read more There is no pressure to bring a cutie home, but you will no doubt fall in love with at least one or more. Such an amazing set up with relaxing areas to spend time with cats. There is a small fee for 30 mins or an hour to help keep the kitties safe, healthy and off the streets. The staff are amazing and working extremely hard to keep as many cats as possible in a safe and healthy environment. Thank you, we appreciate you !

Adopted my little one here not so long ago. The adoption process was very smooth for me and only…read moretook less than 3 days (shoutout to Bobbie's Street Cats!) The staff at CatCafe Lounge and the foster were very helpful and responsive to all of my questions during the process. I've been to CatCafe Lounge about 6-7 times within these last few years, and was at their West LA location before they moved to Venice Beach. CatCafe Lounge has been my top 3 cat rescue cafe/shelters to go to in the SoCal area as a huge cat lover. During my first time at the West LA location, I was surprised to see that they transformed the outside space into a catio! It was the first I've ever seen in the 10+ shelters/cafes I've been to. Even after the move, the lounge setup was adorable and clean and had many tunnels, towers, and beds for the cats - making great use of the space in their new Venice location while also being a great source of enrichment for the cats. Both the kitten and main lounge housed many kittens/cats over the years, and they all seemed so content and well-taken care of. Most were well-mannered and very friendly to visitors. I'm so grateful to have adopted my little one here, knowing she was so well socialized and taken care of during her time at the lounge. Hugs, cuddles, and kisses from Madeline!

Any self help group you can imagine is here! Go fix yourself! Lol.... I did experience one strange…read moregroup leader though. He was acting strange then went on a somewhat racist rant. I won't be back to that meeting.

I can't say enough good things about the Peer Certification Support Specialist training at SHARE!…read morein Culver City. The trainers are truly incredible--organized, knowledgeable, and deeply intentional about creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and full of care. It's genuinely one of the most loving learning environments you could imagine. I came in feeling scared to pursue this new challenge, especially since it had been a long time since I'd been in a classroom. From the very beginning, I was amazed at how engaging, encouraging, and thoughtfully designed the program is. It's not only fun--it's clearly built for our success. What truly sets SHARE! apart is their commitment to accessibility. They offer a scholarship option, cover the cost of the state exam, and remove so many financial barriers that often stop people from even starting. While they don't directly provide job leads, they support you every step of the way--through resume building, interview preparation, and ongoing encouragement--so you're fully equipped to move forward with confidence. Thank you to SHARE! for literally sharing the steps that are helping me rebuild a new future, and for doing the same for so many others.

An incredible experience. The organization is in good hands through the teachers and volunteers who…read morerun it and the attitude is really positive all around. Brought a group of friends to join in and everyone seemed to have great takeaways from the experience. The kids are active and interested and the books chosen were fitting for each age group. Definitely looking to come back for another reading.

My 400th Yelp review!…read more @ReadingtoKids is a grassroots organization that aims to inspire the love of reading to children living in underprivileged areas of Los Angeles. Every second Saturday of the month, volunteers go to different elementary schools in the LA area. At these schools volunteers read books to kids that range in age from kindergarten to fifth grade. (Currently there are seven different elementary schools that Reading to Kids volunteers read at. They are Alta Loma Elementary School, Esperanza Elementary School, Gratts Elementary School, Los Angeles Elementary School, Magnolia Elementary School, Politi Elementary School and White Elementary School). Volunteers come from all walks of life. From students to young professionals, all have a common goal of improving the reading and learning skills of elementary school kids. Reading to Kids volunteers are dedicated to giving these kids the opportunity to succeed in life. At the end of each volunteer session, the kids are given prize books that they can take home. The hope is they can acquire many prize books that will help them further love reading. One of the most endearing moments for me as a volunteer was when at the end of the reading session, a little kindergarten boy came up to me and asked if I could read his prize book to him. As I sat down to read the prize book, more kindergarten kids circled around me and together they listened and pointed to the different pictures in the book. The smiles on the kids faces after was so heartwarming. Soon after one of the parents walked up to me, smiled and said "Thank you." That too was another wonderful moment. Many of the elementary students that come to these reading clubs do not have the privileges that most kids have. They do not have the advantages of having a library, of having a Barnes and Nobles at every corner or of having the latest cell phone. Many come from low income families, they live in impoverished areas and English is their second language. The fortune of these kids comes in attending these Saturday morning reading clubs. These kids go to these reading clubs because they want to learn. They want to succeed. They want the opportunity to have a better life. Seeing these kids so eager to read and to learn, is a humble reminder that learning is a privilege that many take for granted. I love Reading to Kids and I'm thankful to my high school friend who first introduced me to this great volunteering opportunity. The elementary schools kids are simply endearing. I also am amazed by all the good hearted people who volunteer. I am in much admiration of the amount of folks that go out and sacrifice their Saturday mornings to volunteer. (Some stats: Reading to Kids has an average of about 300 plus volunteers reading to an average of 780 plus children every month). I being a volunteer myself know that giving up a Saturday is totally worth it. The opportunity to be able to make a difference in these kids' lives and give them a better chance to succeed in life is simply priceless.

Nice to see downtown Culver City has a thrift store. I wish they had more household items but the…read moreselection they had was appealing. They do have some jewelry, handbags, clothes, shoes & books. They even had two pianos avail and a whole lawn furniture setup inside. There are 3 rooms to explore. First is regular, second is more upscale and last room has the big $$$ items. I found this lovely Kentucky Derby hat for $3. Staff is friendly. Parking can be challenging. We parked in lot across the street.

We decided to pop into Timeless Treasures after lunch to browse, and unfortunately the experience…read morewas a bit of a letdown. The shop has a lot of small decorative items and vintage-style trinkets, but many of them felt significantly overpriced for what they were. A lot of the pieces looked similar to items you can find at places like BTS, The Council, or Out of the Closet--just with a much steeper markup here. Because of that, it was hard to justify actually buying anything. That said, it's still a fun spot to wander through if you enjoy browsing eclectic knickknacks and vintage-style decor. It's good for a quick peruse, but personally I wouldn't plan on spending much money here.

I volunteered at Baby2Baby to help those in need from the LA Fires in January 2025. It was a great…read moreexperience and I highly recommend others to give back with this organization. I arrived early as I drove to LA straight after dropping off the kiddos at their pre-school in Long Beach. Upon arrival, security directed me to the rooftop parking lot (he even ushered me to the restroom as I needed to go lol). Checking in was a breeze. You sign in either by their tablet or on your phone via QR code. The staff were all friendly, informative and very organized. For this particular volunteer session, our group packaged warm sweaters and jackets for women and children. We took inventory, wrote a little note, and then attached a little squishmallow for flare. Time went by super quick! Looking forward to going back to help out again!

I felt truly honored to volunteer with Baby2Baby. This nonprofit does incredible work supporting…read morefamilies--not only providing essentials for babies, but also helping parents in meaningful ways. Seeing the impact they've had on so many families was inspiring. If you're ever looking for a volunteer opportunity, I highly recommend reaching out to them. It's a great option for group volunteering, can count as a tax write-off, and most importantly, it's perfect for anyone with a big heart who wants to give back. An amazing organization doing truly important work.

Whenever you're in a give back mood - volunteer at Project Angel Food!! I have been volunteering…read moreat PAF for years by way of my job and I absolutely love it at PAF!! I lead Impact Volunteer Day for coworkers and working with Robert & Jonathan @ PAF was a breeze. They were very quick with responding & upon arrival to PAF made our experience rewarding from start to finish! They blessed us with a couple boxes of their delicious cookies & gave everyone one of their beautiful PAF bracelets. We also got to eat a delicious lunch prepared by Chef Basil! It's a great way to make a difference. To Volunteer, send an email with your name and contact information to volunteers@angelfood.org.

Project Angel Food is not only a wonderful service provided to the community but it is also a very…read morefun place to volunteer. One can do this 6 days a week and have two shift options. 8 to 12 noon or a 3 1/2 hour option in the afternoons. There are several departments in industrial size food, kitchen prep, cooking, and mixing and assembling meals. There's also a dispatch area where one can symbol seven days at a time food plans for people. There's a lot of kindness in this space a lot of great people work here full-time and everyone's willing to help everyone succeed. It's also a fun time to meet people. However, Robert Cliff is why I return because he sets the tone of fun and his humor leads to great camaraderie. The entire office staff is funny. My brother in Madonna, Andy so kind, professional and really knows his Madonna like me! Adrian is so easy to laugh with and was great to see each and every day while checking in volunteers and helping us be dispatched. I look forward to volunteering here again and will recommend this to various groups on a corporate level or as an individual. I love what you do and I'm proud to be a part of it when I can. Thank you, Angels!

I've always had problems with charities. Kind Footprint addresses all the problems I have had with…read morecharities. 1. 100% transparency. 2. Innovative solutions. 3. Direct aid. 4. Key Partnerships. I love how Kind Footprint attack multi faceted problems. Their #KindPeriod campaign (providing menstrual cups) not only addresses the stigma of menstruation but tackles the environmental and health issues that come with today's menstrual products.

Working with Kind Footprint is a joy. Like most non-profits, they exude positivity and a true…read moredesire to help. What makes them different is their excellence in organization. They've instituted systems to ensure clarity in communications, transparency in accounting and logistics, and accountability in delivering based on clearly agreed-upon expectations. This is a rarity in charitable organizations. I look forward to expanding Proyecto Florecer's relationship with Kind Footprint.

Ery organized. Quick and painless. I would recommend donating for cash. To date I have accumulated…read more580.00 in funds

Easy parking, friendly and efficient staff, nice clean facility. I plan on returning as soon as I'm…read moreeligible.