Information on All Peoples Community Center of Los Angeles!
Step into the heart of South Los Angeles a podcast exploring the impactful work of All Peoples Community Center. Founded in 1942 on the site of a former Japanese-American institute, All Peoples was envisioned as a revolutionary place where people of all ethnicities, races, and religions could unite under one roof to build a stronger, more self-reliant community. This visionary principle was established well before the Civil Rights Movement. For over 80 years, All Peoples has served as a true safe haven and beacon of hope for low-income children, youth, and families in the Vernon-Central neighborhood, immediately south of downtown LA.
Discover how this all-encompassing neighborhood center provides social services and programs that empower individuals and promote community, respect, and self-determination for all. Serving over 6,000 to 6,600 people annually within its 20,000-square-foot facility, All Peoples is a vibrant hub of activity six days a week, year-round. As a City-funded FamilySource Center since 2016, All Peoples is one of 16 such centers in the city, focusing on increasing family income and academic achievement through integrated services for the entire family.
Hear stories of resilience and transformation through their wide array of programs, including:
• Comprehensive Youth Programs: Serving over 3,500 youth annually with offerings like the "Tomorrow's Leaders" After School Program, "Urban Adventures" Summer Day Camp, Youth Financial Literacy, College Corner assistance for college admissions and financial aid, one-on-one tutoring, and the Summer Youth Employment Program. These programs provide safe spaces, academic support, and career readiness.
• Essential Adult & Family Services: Including the VITA Free Tax Preparation service, Financial Literacy workshops, the WorkSource Center offering employment training and placement, immigration services, parenting classes, and domestic violence support groups.
• Robust Food Security Initiatives: Through their dedicated department, All Peoples addresses food insecurity with programs like the Supplemental Food Program, the Senior Food Delivery Program in partnership with DoorDash, and the Community Garden/Farm, having distributed over 1 million meals with partners like Angel City FC.
• New Community Initiatives: Including the Trinity Neighborhood Center, providing vital resources to families affected by the 27th Street fireworks explosion, and assistance with the Basic Income Guaranteed (BIG: LEAP) Program.
Learn about the dedicated staff, many of whom come from the community they serve and reflect its demographics, with a large percentage being Latino, Spanish-speaking, and South LA residents. The center's long-serving Executive Director, Saundra Bryant, who started at the center as a child, exemplifies the deep connection and commitment of the team. The Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic guidance, focusing on financial health and program effectiveness.
Explore how All Peoples leverages strong partnerships with the City of Los Angeles, LAUSD, other nonprofits, and corporate sponsors to provide comprehensive support and resources. The center is committed to transparency, with audited financial statements available to the public. With over 86% of expenses going directly to program services, All Peoples demonstrates a deep commitment to its mission.
Join us to hear the inspiring stories of how All Peoples Community Center provides Real Solutions, Real Heart, and Real Service, transforming lives and building a stronger South LA community.
To learn more about All Peoples Community Center, visit their website at www.allpeoplescc.org.
