LA Community Resources: Support for Families, Immigrants, and Local Businesses

Mayor Karen Bass Provides Support For Immigrant Communities in Los Angeles

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By: Omar Cook

The Mayor’s Office and local organizations in Los Angeles offer a variety of resources to support families, immigrant communities, and small businesses. From mental health services to food assistance and business financing programs, these opportunities aim to empower residents and strengthen community resilience.

Mayor’s Office Resources

Community Investment for Families Department (CIFD)

• Navigating Immigrant Resources & Family Preparedness Plans: Flyers available in multiple languages through CIFD’s social media accounts.

• Know Your Rights & Immigrants’ Rights: Access resources via CIFD’s website, Facebook, and Instagram.

City’s Contract Financing Program

• Million-dollar program designed by Mayor Bass to help small businesses pursue procurement opportunities.

• Immigrant businesses are encouraged to apply: Learn more and apply at procurela.com/financing.

• Flyers are available (English; Spanish version coming soon). A webinar in English and Spanish will be announced soon.

Community Resources

Training and Information Resources

• Public Immigrant Rights Resources: Comprehensive list of immigrant resources in English and Spanish.

• CLUE Justice – Revolutionary Non-Violence Action Workshop:

  • Sunday, October 26, 2025, 2 PM at Holman United Methodist Church

  • Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2 PM at Church of the Chimes (Sherman Oaks)

  • Learn principles of non-violence, demonstration stance, de-escalation techniques, and civil disobedience through an interfaith lens. Sign up: cluejustice.org/revolutionary-nonviolent-activism

• Thai CDC and SEACA – Malignant Compliance Training: Train-the-trainers program teaching community members how to assert rights, refuse entry, and contact Rapid Response Network. Contact Chanchanit Martorell at chancee@thaicdc.org.

• Sylmar Neighborhood Council: Free storefront office space for community informational sessions or trainings. Contact Kurt Cabrera-Miller at Kurt.cabrera-miller@sylmarnc.org.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Connect with LA Works for volunteers. Contact Kate Ekman: kate@laworks.com or visit laworks.com.

Mental Health Resources

• Program for Torture Victims: Free emotional and mental health support for immigrants/asylum seekers. ptvla.org

• Kaiser Permanente Watts Counseling & Learning Center: Free counseling regardless of insurance. Locations in Watts (323-564-7911) and Irwindale (626-814-6400). Contact Maria Aguirre: Maria.T.Aguirre@kp.org.

• West Valley Food Pantry: Valley Dept. of Mental Health provides mental health support and food delivery for families unable to leave home.

Food and Economic Assistance

• SALEF – Rent Relief Application: Available for Council District 11 residents affected by ICE raids. Contact Melina Cruz Bautista at (213) 480-1052 or info@salef.org.

• Pico Union Project: Food distribution Thursdays at 10:30 AM until supplies last. Volunteers needed. picounionproject.org

• Ketchum DTLA YMCA & Other Programs: Delivering meals to families in need; volunteers welcome. Contact (213) 624-2348.

This compilation ensures families, immigrants, and local small businesses in Los Angeles know where to access essential services, training, volunteer opportunities, and financial support.

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