Our Women and Community Promotora program is a 10-week program that is designed to empower women to be advocates for their community. Women from the community receive soft and hard job skills training combined with information on relevant programs and services, and specific guidance on how to effectively engage the community at large. This program is for anyone who wants to become an advocate for their community and is committed to the CCNP’s mission and vision. The 10-week program is offered once per year.
Weekly
55+, Adults
Individuals
Indoor, Outdoor
Formal
Weekdays, Weekends
Food Security Program
Every Thursday CCNP distributes fresh and nutritious food to low-income and food-insecure households within the County and City of Los Angeles. YOU can help by joining us on Wednesday to help prepare the food bags or on Thursdays to help distribute the food to the community!
Weekly
Teens, 55+, Adults, Child with Adult
Individuals, Groups (2-10), Families
Indoor, Outdoor
None, On-site
Weekdays
CCNP’s Youth Leadership Program
Currently looking for a place where you can complete your volunteer hours, where you can discuss current events, or even acquire a paid internship? Designed for youth in Middle School and High School, CCNP’s Youth Leadership program will help you meet your academic goals, gain your first experience in the workforce, and make a difference in your community.
Weekly
Teens
Individuals
Indoor
Formal
Weekdays
CCNP’s VITA Program
Through our VITA program, your support will help us return over $4.6 million to the community. You will gain customer service and financial skills and experience through becoming a certified VITA IRS tax preparer. Not quite ready to do someone’s taxes? That’s okay! We also need help with greeting, intakes, and general office work.
Occasional
55+, Adults
Individuals
Office work, Indoor
Formal, Skilled
Weekdays, Weekends
Community Engagement Events
CCNP has special community events each year. This is a perfect way to get involved with minimal commitment. If you are interested in helping with special events or local initiatives let us know!
Occasional
55+, Adults
Individuals, Groups (2-10)
Event support
None, On-site
Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends
How you help
YOU have the power to help vulnerable communities by donating or volunteering your time to CCNP! Your involvement with CCNP enables systemic change in communities and creates lasting change by empowering families to become leaders and advocates for change in their communities. Giving time is one of the most valuable contributions you can make.
About us
Since 2000, Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP) has been a cornerstone in the community, providing access to free services through a collaborative model and enhancing the quality of life for underserved households throughout the City and County of Los Angeles with a focus on the Westlake/Pico-Union communities. Our foundation is based on Community, Collaboration, and Systemic Change. CCNP focuses on ensuring Equal Access to Essential Need Services, primarily regarding housing, food, health, transportation, and education, Building Financial Security through professional and career development, financial education, free tax preparation, and income supports, and Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders through academic support, youth leadership, civic engagement, and youth workforce development.
