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Impact LA
  • Home
  • Donate
  • What We Do
    • Food Rescue
    • Disaster Relief
    • Expanded Learning
    • Backpack Giveaway
    • Social & Emotional Camp
  • FREE Meals
    • Summer
    • After-School
    • Emergency Shelter
  • Events
  • Volunteer
  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Connect
    • Press/Media

Rescuing Food, Serving Free Meals & Uplifting Underserved Communities

Our Impact in 2025

    Countdown to Food Distribution Relief

    We’re just days away from our next Downtown LA Distribution Drive — providing free groceries, produce, and essentials to families in need. Join us as we take action to fight hunger and bring hope to Los Angeles! 

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    Receive Free Meals All Year Long

    If you'd like to know more on how we can make an impact in your after-school, summer program or family emergency shelter, contact us today! 

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    Our Mission

    Impact LA’s purpose is to foster a safe space in underserved communities with resources and impactful services that help to support youth and their families evolve into well-rounded individuals.

    Our Vision | to be a reputable source of initiatives, programs and

    policies that produce a thriving and equitable community.

    We are dedicated to improving the lives of those in our community. Your contribution today helps us make a difference.

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    What we do

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    Nutritious Meals

     We aim to ensure that all kids get the nutritious meals they need everyday for FREE. Some kids can't count on having a healthy meal waiting for them when they get home, especially a warm one. That is why we are sponsored through DPSS and CDE to ensure we meet the nutritional needs of kids 1-18 years old in order to thrive every day. 

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    Food Rescue

    We are committed to rescuing surplus food and redistributing it to those in need. Our food recovery initiative helps combat food insecurity by collecting fresh, nutritious food from local businesses, farms, and food providers that would otherwise go to waste.  

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    Environmental Justice

     We rescue surplus food and redirect it to those in need, cutting down on the amount of waste that would otherwise end up in landfills. By prioritizing food rescue, we not only address immediate hunger issues but also take significant steps towards creating a more sustainable and eco-friendly community. 

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    Expanded Learning Program

     

    We provide effective expanded learning programs during periods where kids are out of school by combining three components—academic enrichment, cultural activities, and recreational opportunities that guide learning and engage children and youth.

    Resuming 2026 Summer Camp

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    Community Events

    We focus on community empowerment through our Distribution Drives and community events that serve to provide resources, motivate activists, bring allies together and increase awareness of the needs in our communities. 

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    As a frontline partner of the LA Regional Food Bank, Impact LA rapidly scales its direct distribution efforts during community crises to ensure hundreds of families have access to essential food assistance  

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    We are currently accepting applications for schools, youth programs, community organizations, and nonprofit partners interested in becoming a free summer meal distribution site for children and teens.

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