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Search Locations by Services arrow_outwardMeeting Needs in Southern California
For the most up-to-date information on services in your area, including registrations for seasonal assistance, please contact your local Salvation Army using the location finder below.
Please enter a zip code to find your nearest location, or for assistance during business hours, call (562) 264-3600.
Southern California Division Services
Utility Rent Assistance
receipt_longOffering emergency rent and utility assistance to keep families who are struggling to pay basic bills in their homes.
Spiritual and Worship Services
folded_handsOffering support programs and assistance to those in need of renewed hope and spiritual healing.
Homelessness
family_homeOffering emergency or transitional shelters to provide a warm, secure place for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness.
Holiday Giving
featured_seasonal_and_giftsOffering assistance during the holiday season through our Angel Tree gift program and through feeding and utility assistance.
Family Services
diversity_4Offering a comprehensive range of family services, such as after-school programs, summer camps, music programs, and more.
Donation Drop-off
volunteer_activismProviding a convenient way for individuals to donate clothing, household items, and other goods.
Thrift Stores
apparelProviding a convenient way for individuals to donate gently used clothing, household items, and other goods.
Hunger
soup_kitchenProviding nutritious meals and groceries to families and individuals struggling to put food on the table.
Youth Services
diversity_4Offering mentorship, after-school programs, summer camps, and other services to young people.
Adult Program Services
diversity_4Offering a variety of services, including recovery programs, job training, housing assistance, and mental health support.
Poverty
digital_wellbeingOffering a range of programs and services to support and strengthen families and individuals.
Giving Back
volunteer_activismYou can make this difference by donating, volunteering, becoming a corporate sponsor, and much more.
Recovery
cardio_loadOffering programs and support to individuals facing physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges, including substance abuse.
Disaster Relief
landslideOffering immediate and long-term wildfire, flood, tornado, and hurricane relief to communities affected by natural disasters.
Senior Services
elderlyOffering a wide range of services designed to promote dignity, independence, and well-being in seniors.
Anti-Human Trafficking
diversity_2Providing programs that support human trafficking survivors on their journeys to safety, stability, and self-empowerment.
Domestic Violence
health_and_safetyProviding safe shelters, counseling, and resources for survivors of domestic violence, empowering them to rebuild their lives free from abuse.
Kroc Center
family_linkProviding a range of social services, programs, and facilities to individuals and families in need.
Health Services
cardio_loadOffering health services that provide essential support and resources to help people live healthier lives.
Correctional Services
folded_handsOur correctional services support individuals transitioning from incarceration by offering rehabilitation, job training, and reintegration programs.
Family Counseling
folded_handsOffering counseling services to support families through challenges, fostering healthier relationships and stronger bonds.
Our Impact
12%
The Salvation Army supplied 9,171,998 safe nights of sleep for people in need.
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