Venice Days
Los Angeles, California | Film Feature
Drama, Comedy
Set amongst the wild characters of Venice Beach, a widowed father on the right side of addiction finds himself with only 24 hours from the driver’s seat of his van to secure custody of his young son. An indie film about fatherhood and recovery, now raising funds to complete post-production.
Venice Days
Los Angeles, California | Film Feature
Drama, Comedy
1 Campaigns | California, United States
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Set amongst the wild characters of Venice Beach, a widowed father on the right side of addiction finds himself with only 24 hours from the driver’s seat of his van to secure custody of his young son. An indie film about fatherhood and recovery, now raising funds to complete post-production.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
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We made this film to tell a beautiful story and to give back. Early on in the process of pulling this film together LA was ravaged by devastating wildfires. In that moment we decided it was time for film, the backbone of LA, to try a hand at giving back the way music does with benefit concerts. That's how the non-profit narrative feature idea came to light. As experienced indie filmmakers we are uniquely qualified to pull this off, because we know how to keep our costs low enough to turn a profit. We have a track record of successful sales. We think this can be a cool path forward pairing indie filmmakers with charitable causes they are passionate about to create a business model that supports agency in filmmaking and community building. Let's start a creative revolution aligned with the future!
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Arrow Reynolds is six months sober, and twelve months post the most traumatic event of his life. He is a widowed father who finds himself living in his van and trying to navigate the artists life in Venice Beach. A man with many close friends, local Venice Beach characters, who he can rely on to have his back; but most of them living the same story of financial hardship. Arrow finds himself with twenty-four hours to apprehend some quick money so that he can secure an apartment for himself and his young son. And Arrow must negotiate the wilds of Venice Beach to find it. While his journey is at times playful and laugh out loud funny, it is custody of his son that is ultimately at stake. Arrow finds himself needing to push through the demons of his past, to do right by his son in the present.
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This film was made by a collective of Los Angeles based film professionals with one common goal in mind, to help out some local LA charities following the LA Fires and the ever escalating homeless epidemic in Los Angeles. Every participant in this film either forgave their paycheck or worked for guild minimums to keep costs down and profits high; allowing us to raise the most amount of money for people who are currently un-housed, in need of living essentials, or who have been forcibly unemployed as a result of last years LA Fires and the current US economic and political environment.
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The story is heavy but the film is funny and gorgeous to look at. We don't believe in dragging you down with sadness and not having any levity, because life isn't like that, sure it'll kick the shit out of you at times, but always with a sly sense of humor. This feature film is a Drama/Comedy with a Slice of Life narrative approach. A few words to give you tone: Hopeful, Humorous, Emotional and Thought-Provoking.
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Director-Writer-Lead Actor: Bradley Stryker is a multiple time award-winning Writer/Director who is quickly making a name for himself in the Indie genre film space. A working actor, making his Broadway debut in spring/summer 2026, he has spent the last twenty-eight years in the trenches, providing him with a distinctive ability to recognize talent in front of the camera, while also having an eye for a unique visual aesthetic. His latest feature film, THE HOLIDAY HITMAN, (action/comedy), which was shot in London, England; has been picked up by Saban Films for distribution and is due for release December 2026. His sophomore feature film, SHELTERING SEASON (thriller/drama), was filmed in Vancouver, BC, Canada; and is currently being distributed by Vertical Entertainment; and can be seen on TUBI in the US and Canada; and SkyTV in the United Kingdom.
Executive Producer Stan Brooks, is is an award-winning film and television producer turned director, with over 40 years of experience and more than 80 produced completed projects since founding his first production company, Once Upon a Time Films. His productions have achieved major industry recognition, including Emmy, Golden Globe, DGA, and SAG honors. Brooks previously served as Chair of the California Film Commission and is also known for his philanthropic work, founding the Hollywood Indies Little League Foundation. An AFI adjunct professor for three decades, Brooks continues to produce and direct through his production company, Stan & Deliver Films, collaborating with many of the industry's most notable talent.
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VENICE DAYS is a meditation on familial trauma. An exploration on the ideals of community and the possibility of finding strength within it. It investigates what it means to meet one’s personal tragedies head on in an attempt to over come them. It’s an invitation to find laughter on the way to rebuilding hope into a life that seems to have failed the test of perseverance and time. It is my intention as a filmmaker to take relatable, real life issues; put them in a unique setting pulsating with distinctive characters and the inherent levity they bring to everyday life; and see what transpires as we explore a man doing everything he can to reunite his family and do right by that which means the most to him in this world.”
~ Bradley Stryker (writer/director)
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Narrative feature film’s hold inherent financial value. The profits of which generally go to investors, and/or the producers who assemble the films themselves. We are building this film with bankable actors who have donated their time and social media influence/outreach to the project. Our cast, crew, and producers have surrendered their profit share in this project so that 100% of the ‘Venice Days Film Project’ profits can be donated to the people who need it. We find this a very trying time for many, and if we can use our collective art forms to help out those in need, then that is what we will do.
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Great news! This film is in the can. We've already shot it. You're not sending money hoping to see a film in a year or two. We are entering post-production and that's what your money will fund. Post-production is highly technical and has a lot of "hard costs". The technicians who do the: edit, the color, the sound design, the trailer, etc., they work in studios with teams with overhead, so while they can offer a discount, they still charge a lot. Film is an expensive medium. In order for us to keep our costs as low as possible so we have the highest profits to donate from the sale, we decided to crowd fund for post-production. It's actually a really cool part of the process to join in on because you get to see the finished product a lot sooner!
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April 2026: Launch our Seed & Spark crowdfunding campaign
May 2026: Complete our Seed & Spark campaign
June/July 2026: Complete post-production
August 2026: Kick off our Festival run!
Fall 2026: Campaign donors of $25 or more can see the finished film
Summer/Fall 2027: Distribution + Online premiere
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Why do we need to raise $50K on Seed & Spark for post-production? Because the costs of making a kick ass film add up quickly, we already have a great movie in the can and we want to make sure we bring it to a strong completion. Everyone involved is offering the best possible discount they can in support of the overall mission: to support those having a hard time in our community. But people still deserve to be paid the minimum and to be able to cover their expenses required to deliver great work. Our team are doing right by us, we're gonna make sure we do right by our team.
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- Back our campaign! Your dollars go to making this indie film revolution real.
- Follow our campaign on Seed & Spark. You'll receive updates from our team and help us unlock rewards on the Seed&Spark platform.
- Spread the word IRL and online! It helps more than you know.
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Patricia Bilotti (Producer and Event Planner extraordinaire)
Rocco G. (campaign feedback)
Caitlin Stryker (Producer and crowdfunding campaign manager)
Marcy Chu (designing all of the digital assets)
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After the sale of this film, all profits will be donated to the following local charities in LA: Safe Place fo Youth, One Voice and St. Joseph's. Your donations to the film go directly to supporting the film and it's successful completion. After that proceeds from the sale are being donated to helo the community that the film highlights. This means your money keeps doing good work beyond supporting the arts. Let's all be a part of the solution. This is a film rooted in Venice, powered by the people. We think it can be a real source of inspiration for the way forward.
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Deliverables
Costs $16,000
For finishing/sales and distribution. This hard cost is always put on the filmmaker, not the distribution company.
Film Festival Entry Fees
Costs $3,000
Film Festivals are a key part of indie filmmaking. Laurels sell. The entry fees can be anywhere from $25 to $500 for the larger festivals.
Public Relations
Costs $5,000
PR helps get the word out about a movie. For Indie films this is usually a cost prohibitive element, which is why you don't hear about them.
The Rest
Costs $26,000
The list is long in post and this chunk will go towards helping with: sound, composer, color, editing, trailer, etc.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Bradley Stryker (Writer/Director/Producer/Lead Actor)
Bradley is a multiple time award-winning Writer/Director who is quickly making a name for himself in the Indie genre film space. A working actor, making his Broadway debut in spring/summer 2026, he has spent the last twenty-eight years in the trenches, providing him with a distinctive ability to recognize talent in front of the camera, while also having an eye for a unique visual aesthetic. His robust impulse for story manifests from both each individual character’s perspective and a macro perspective on how the interpersonal relationships influence the story world as a whole. His triple threat abilities have put him on the radar of up-and-coming filmmakers to watch.
His latest feature film, THE HOLIDAY HITMAN, (action/comedy), which was shot in London, England; has been picked up by Saban Films for distribution and is due for release December 2026. His brand of filmmaking has been said to be “emotionally raw” and “unnervingly honest, subtle, and terrifying.”
Bradley's feature film debut, LAND OF SMILES (thriller/horror), was shot in NYC and Thailand, and it took the international film festival circuit by storm on its way to becoming a 35x award-winning film. The film, his screenplay, and his direction received acclaim, including the London Film Awards, the American Film Awards, Los Angeles Film Review, and the Toronto Independent Film Awards. His sophomore feature film, SHELTERING SEASON (thriller/drama), was filmed in Vancouver, BC, Canada; and is currently being distributed by Vertical Entertainment; and can be seen on TUBI in the US and Canada; and SkyTV in the United Kingdom.
Stanley M. Brooks (Executive Producer)
Stan Brooks is an award-winning film and television producer and director with over 40 years of experience and more than 80 produced projects since founding his first production company, Once Upon a Time Films.
His directing work includes acclaimed films such as Perfect Sisters, The Grim Sleeper—and multiple high-profile television movies, as well as episodes of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
His productions have achieved major industry recognition, including Emmy, Golden Globe, DGA, and SAG honors, with standout successes like Broken Trail and record-breaking Lifetime Television films like Capture of the Green River Killer.
Brooks previously served as Chair of the California Film Commission and is also known for his philanthropic work, founding the Hollywood Indies Little League Foundation. An AFI adjunct professor for three decades, Brooks continues to produce and direct through his production company, Stan & Deliver Films, collaborating with many of the industry’s most notable talent.
Caitlin Stryker (Producer/Lead Actor)
Caitlin is an award-winning actress and independent film producer dedicated to telling authentic, character-driven stories. Growing up as a self-described “railroad brat,” Caitlin spent her childhood moving from city to city across North America. That constantly changing landscape gave her a deep curiosity about people, resilience, and the many different lives we lead—something that continues to shape the stories she chooses to tell.
Her love of storytelling ultimately led her behind the camera, where she began producing independent films alongside her husband and creative partner, filmmaker Bradley Stryker.
At the heart of Caitlin’s work is a belief that storytelling can create empathy, spark conversation, and shine a light on communities and experiences that deserve to be seen.
This film continues that mission—and it’s only possible because of the community supporting it.
Patricia Bilotti (Producer)
Patricia's professional journey has been a compelling rollercoaster of challenges & success, she thrives on the thrill of solving complex puzzles and turning them into opportunities. From untangling logistical knots to implementing strategies that are bold & effective, she trusts in embracing challenges with a smile and a strategy somewhere up her sleeve. Patricia firmly believes that a joyful team is a productive team and her knack for occasionally infusing humor into the work environment has not only resulted in lighter Monday mornings, but has also fostered a culture of collaboration & innovation.
Within the last 22 years, Patricia has supported a range of clients and can swiftly become attune in various creative environments. From pharmaceutical, hospitality, auto, fashion, beverage and beauty; technical and lifestyle photographers, directors, illustrators and the alike - she adapts to all needs, both creative and financial. In short, she has done it all and is passionate about the work.
Patricia truly loves turning the mundane into the extraordinary, together.
The Charities we support:
S.P.Y
SPY envisions a socially just and equitable world where all young people are empowered to thrive in self-directed lives and have a safe place to call home. Our Mission is to prevent and end youth homelessness through supportive services, sustainable housing opportunities, community collaboration, and advocacy. https://www.safeplaceforyouth.org/
One Voice
One Voice helps families and students struggling against poverty through family, hope, and love. By inspiring action and compassion, we have a lasting positive impact on our community. https://www.onevoice-la.org/
St. Joseph Center
For half a century, St. Joseph Center has been here for our community—serving our unhoused and low-income neighbors without distinction. Over the last 50 years we have grown into a caring network that now serves 15,000 people each year, providing housing, food security, job training, and mental health support. https://stjosephctr.org/
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
We made this film to tell a beautiful story and to give back. Early on in the process of pulling this film together LA was ravaged by devastating wildfires. In that moment we decided it was time for film, the backbone of LA, to try a hand at giving back the way music does with benefit concerts. That's how the non-profit narrative feature idea came to light. As experienced indie filmmakers we are uniquely qualified to pull this off, because we know how to keep our costs low enough to turn a profit. We have a track record of successful sales. We think this can be a cool path forward pairing indie filmmakers with charitable causes they are passionate about to create a business model that supports agency in filmmaking and community building. Let's start a creative revolution aligned with the future!
Arrow Reynolds is six months sober, and twelve months post the most traumatic event of his life. He is a widowed father who finds himself living in his van and trying to navigate the artists life in Venice Beach. A man with many close friends, local Venice Beach characters, who he can rely on to have his back; but most of them living the same story of financial hardship. Arrow finds himself with twenty-four hours to apprehend some quick money so that he can secure an apartment for himself and his young son. And Arrow must negotiate the wilds of Venice Beach to find it. While his journey is at times playful and laugh out loud funny, it is custody of his son that is ultimately at stake. Arrow finds himself needing to push through the demons of his past, to do right by his son in the present.
This film was made by a collective of Los Angeles based film professionals with one common goal in mind, to help out some local LA charities following the LA Fires and the ever escalating homeless epidemic in Los Angeles. Every participant in this film either forgave their paycheck or worked for guild minimums to keep costs down and profits high; allowing us to raise the most amount of money for people who are currently un-housed, in need of living essentials, or who have been forcibly unemployed as a result of last years LA Fires and the current US economic and political environment.
The story is heavy but the film is funny and gorgeous to look at. We don't believe in dragging you down with sadness and not having any levity, because life isn't like that, sure it'll kick the shit out of you at times, but always with a sly sense of humor. This feature film is a Drama/Comedy with a Slice of Life narrative approach. A few words to give you tone: Hopeful, Humorous, Emotional and Thought-Provoking.
Director-Writer-Lead Actor: Bradley Stryker is a multiple time award-winning Writer/Director who is quickly making a name for himself in the Indie genre film space. A working actor, making his Broadway debut in spring/summer 2026, he has spent the last twenty-eight years in the trenches, providing him with a distinctive ability to recognize talent in front of the camera, while also having an eye for a unique visual aesthetic. His latest feature film, THE HOLIDAY HITMAN, (action/comedy), which was shot in London, England; has been picked up by Saban Films for distribution and is due for release December 2026. His sophomore feature film, SHELTERING SEASON (thriller/drama), was filmed in Vancouver, BC, Canada; and is currently being distributed by Vertical Entertainment; and can be seen on TUBI in the US and Canada; and SkyTV in the United Kingdom.
Executive Producer Stan Brooks, is is an award-winning film and television producer turned director, with over 40 years of experience and more than 80 produced completed projects since founding his first production company, Once Upon a Time Films. His productions have achieved major industry recognition, including Emmy, Golden Globe, DGA, and SAG honors. Brooks previously served as Chair of the California Film Commission and is also known for his philanthropic work, founding the Hollywood Indies Little League Foundation. An AFI adjunct professor for three decades, Brooks continues to produce and direct through his production company, Stan & Deliver Films, collaborating with many of the industry's most notable talent.
VENICE DAYS is a meditation on familial trauma. An exploration on the ideals of community and the possibility of finding strength within it. It investigates what it means to meet one’s personal tragedies head on in an attempt to over come them. It’s an invitation to find laughter on the way to rebuilding hope into a life that seems to have failed the test of perseverance and time. It is my intention as a filmmaker to take relatable, real life issues; put them in a unique setting pulsating with distinctive characters and the inherent levity they bring to everyday life; and see what transpires as we explore a man doing everything he can to reunite his family and do right by that which means the most to him in this world.”
~ Bradley Stryker (writer/director)
Narrative feature film’s hold inherent financial value. The profits of which generally go to investors, and/or the producers who assemble the films themselves. We are building this film with bankable actors who have donated their time and social media influence/outreach to the project. Our cast, crew, and producers have surrendered their profit share in this project so that 100% of the ‘Venice Days Film Project’ profits can be donated to the people who need it. We find this a very trying time for many, and if we can use our collective art forms to help out those in need, then that is what we will do.
Great news! This film is in the can. We've already shot it. You're not sending money hoping to see a film in a year or two. We are entering post-production and that's what your money will fund. Post-production is highly technical and has a lot of "hard costs". The technicians who do the: edit, the color, the sound design, the trailer, etc., they work in studios with teams with overhead, so while they can offer a discount, they still charge a lot. Film is an expensive medium. In order for us to keep our costs as low as possible so we have the highest profits to donate from the sale, we decided to crowd fund for post-production. It's actually a really cool part of the process to join in on because you get to see the finished product a lot sooner!
April 2026: Launch our Seed & Spark crowdfunding campaign
May 2026: Complete our Seed & Spark campaign
June/July 2026: Complete post-production
August 2026: Kick off our Festival run!
Fall 2026: Campaign donors of $25 or more can see the finished film
Summer/Fall 2027: Distribution + Online premiere
Why do we need to raise $50K on Seed & Spark for post-production? Because the costs of making a kick ass film add up quickly, we already have a great movie in the can and we want to make sure we bring it to a strong completion. Everyone involved is offering the best possible discount they can in support of the overall mission: to support those having a hard time in our community. But people still deserve to be paid the minimum and to be able to cover their expenses required to deliver great work. Our team are doing right by us, we're gonna make sure we do right by our team.
- Back our campaign! Your dollars go to making this indie film revolution real.
- Follow our campaign on Seed & Spark. You'll receive updates from our team and help us unlock rewards on the Seed&Spark platform.
- Spread the word IRL and online! It helps more than you know.
Patricia Bilotti (Producer and Event Planner extraordinaire)
Rocco G. (campaign feedback)
Caitlin Stryker (Producer and crowdfunding campaign manager)
Marcy Chu (designing all of the digital assets)
After the sale of this film, all profits will be donated to the following local charities in LA: Safe Place fo Youth, One Voice and St. Joseph's. Your donations to the film go directly to supporting the film and it's successful completion. After that proceeds from the sale are being donated to helo the community that the film highlights. This means your money keeps doing good work beyond supporting the arts. Let's all be a part of the solution. This is a film rooted in Venice, powered by the people. We think it can be a real source of inspiration for the way forward.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Deliverables
Costs $16,000
For finishing/sales and distribution. This hard cost is always put on the filmmaker, not the distribution company.
Film Festival Entry Fees
Costs $3,000
Film Festivals are a key part of indie filmmaking. Laurels sell. The entry fees can be anywhere from $25 to $500 for the larger festivals.
Public Relations
Costs $5,000
PR helps get the word out about a movie. For Indie films this is usually a cost prohibitive element, which is why you don't hear about them.
The Rest
Costs $26,000
The list is long in post and this chunk will go towards helping with: sound, composer, color, editing, trailer, etc.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Bradley Stryker (Writer/Director/Producer/Lead Actor)
Bradley is a multiple time award-winning Writer/Director who is quickly making a name for himself in the Indie genre film space. A working actor, making his Broadway debut in spring/summer 2026, he has spent the last twenty-eight years in the trenches, providing him with a distinctive ability to recognize talent in front of the camera, while also having an eye for a unique visual aesthetic. His robust impulse for story manifests from both each individual character’s perspective and a macro perspective on how the interpersonal relationships influence the story world as a whole. His triple threat abilities have put him on the radar of up-and-coming filmmakers to watch.
His latest feature film, THE HOLIDAY HITMAN, (action/comedy), which was shot in London, England; has been picked up by Saban Films for distribution and is due for release December 2026. His brand of filmmaking has been said to be “emotionally raw” and “unnervingly honest, subtle, and terrifying.”
Bradley's feature film debut, LAND OF SMILES (thriller/horror), was shot in NYC and Thailand, and it took the international film festival circuit by storm on its way to becoming a 35x award-winning film. The film, his screenplay, and his direction received acclaim, including the London Film Awards, the American Film Awards, Los Angeles Film Review, and the Toronto Independent Film Awards. His sophomore feature film, SHELTERING SEASON (thriller/drama), was filmed in Vancouver, BC, Canada; and is currently being distributed by Vertical Entertainment; and can be seen on TUBI in the US and Canada; and SkyTV in the United Kingdom.
Stanley M. Brooks (Executive Producer)
Stan Brooks is an award-winning film and television producer and director with over 40 years of experience and more than 80 produced projects since founding his first production company, Once Upon a Time Films.
His directing work includes acclaimed films such as Perfect Sisters, The Grim Sleeper—and multiple high-profile television movies, as well as episodes of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
His productions have achieved major industry recognition, including Emmy, Golden Globe, DGA, and SAG honors, with standout successes like Broken Trail and record-breaking Lifetime Television films like Capture of the Green River Killer.
Brooks previously served as Chair of the California Film Commission and is also known for his philanthropic work, founding the Hollywood Indies Little League Foundation. An AFI adjunct professor for three decades, Brooks continues to produce and direct through his production company, Stan & Deliver Films, collaborating with many of the industry’s most notable talent.
Caitlin Stryker (Producer/Lead Actor)
Caitlin is an award-winning actress and independent film producer dedicated to telling authentic, character-driven stories. Growing up as a self-described “railroad brat,” Caitlin spent her childhood moving from city to city across North America. That constantly changing landscape gave her a deep curiosity about people, resilience, and the many different lives we lead—something that continues to shape the stories she chooses to tell.
Her love of storytelling ultimately led her behind the camera, where she began producing independent films alongside her husband and creative partner, filmmaker Bradley Stryker.
At the heart of Caitlin’s work is a belief that storytelling can create empathy, spark conversation, and shine a light on communities and experiences that deserve to be seen.
This film continues that mission—and it’s only possible because of the community supporting it.
Patricia Bilotti (Producer)
Patricia's professional journey has been a compelling rollercoaster of challenges & success, she thrives on the thrill of solving complex puzzles and turning them into opportunities. From untangling logistical knots to implementing strategies that are bold & effective, she trusts in embracing challenges with a smile and a strategy somewhere up her sleeve. Patricia firmly believes that a joyful team is a productive team and her knack for occasionally infusing humor into the work environment has not only resulted in lighter Monday mornings, but has also fostered a culture of collaboration & innovation.
Within the last 22 years, Patricia has supported a range of clients and can swiftly become attune in various creative environments. From pharmaceutical, hospitality, auto, fashion, beverage and beauty; technical and lifestyle photographers, directors, illustrators and the alike - she adapts to all needs, both creative and financial. In short, she has done it all and is passionate about the work.
Patricia truly loves turning the mundane into the extraordinary, together.
The Charities we support:
S.P.Y
SPY envisions a socially just and equitable world where all young people are empowered to thrive in self-directed lives and have a safe place to call home. Our Mission is to prevent and end youth homelessness through supportive services, sustainable housing opportunities, community collaboration, and advocacy. https://www.safeplaceforyouth.org/
One Voice
One Voice helps families and students struggling against poverty through family, hope, and love. By inspiring action and compassion, we have a lasting positive impact on our community. https://www.onevoice-la.org/
St. Joseph Center
For half a century, St. Joseph Center has been here for our community—serving our unhoused and low-income neighbors without distinction. Over the last 50 years we have grown into a caring network that now serves 15,000 people each year, providing housing, food security, job training, and mental health support. https://stjosephctr.org/