activities · 43
what they do
direct service · 39
- CalAIM Housing and Home Modification Supports Home Modification for Health & AccessibilityDelivers CalAIM Housing supports, including housing transition navigation, rental deposits, and tenancy sustaining services, and provides CalAIM Home Modification supports such as asthma remediation and environmental accessibility adaptations to address health and safety issues in homes.
- CalAIM Housing and Home Modification Supports Home Modification for Health & AccessibilityDelivers CalAIM Housing supports such as housing transition navigation, rental deposits, and tenancy sustaining services. Provides CalAIM Home Modification supports, including asthma remediation and environmental accessibility adaptations, to address health and safety issues in homes.
- CalAIM Housing and Home Modification supports Home Modification for Health & AccessibilityDelivers CalAIM Housing supports including housing transition navigation, rental deposits, and tenancy sustaining services, as well as Home Modification supports such as asthma remediation and environmental accessibility adaptations to address health and safety issues in homes.
- CalAIM Support Services Home Modification for Health & AccessibilityDelivers CalAIM Housing supports such as housing transition navigation, rental deposits, and tenancy sustaining services. Also provides CalAIM Home Modification supports, including asthma remediation and environmental accessibility adaptations, and implements Enhanced Care Management (ECM) to coordinate medical and social services for individuals with complex health and social needs.
- Deliver CalAIM Housing and Home Modification Supports Home Modification for Health & AccessibilityProvides CalAIM Housing supports such as housing transition navigation, rental deposits, and tenancy sustaining services, as well as Home Modification services including asthma remediation and environmental accessibility adaptations to address health and safety issues in homes.
- Deliver financial empowerment services Financial Literacy Education & CoachingOffers financial empowerment programs that teach money management, budgeting, credit, and banking skills, and provides tax preparation support to low-income individuals and families.
- Diaper Assistance Program Diaper Distribution ServicesManages a diaper bank that distributes over one million diapers annually through partner organizations and provides monthly supplies to families with young children across Orange County.
- Diaper Assistance Program Diaper Distribution ServicesManages a diaper bank that distributes over one million diapers annually through partner organizations to families with young children across Orange County, providing monthly supplies.
- Diaper distribution program Diaper Distribution ServicesManages a diaper bank that distributes monthly diaper supplies to families with young children through partner agencies across Orange County; distributed one million diapers through this program.
- Distribute food grown at The Giving Farm Fresh Produce Rescue & DistributionDonates produce grown at The Giving Farm to the OC Food Bank and the Farm 2 Family program to support food distribution efforts.
- Distribute food through the OC Food Bank and partner networkDistributes over 23 million pounds of food annually to 362,855 individuals per month through a network of partner agencies, businesses, and local leaders, including bi-weekly food distribution and daily Grab and Go hot meals for people experiencing homelessness.
- Emergency home system repairs Weatherization and Energy Efficiency UpgradesRepairs or replaces HVAC and water heating systems for eligible clients in emergency situations through the Emergency Crisis Intervention Program.
- Energy and Utility Assistance Weatherization and Energy Efficiency UpgradesProvides utility assistance for heating, cooling, and general utility bills to eligible households, and offers no-cost energy upgrades like attic insulation and HVAC repairs through the Weatherization Assistance Program. The organization also repairs or replaces HVAC and water heating systems for eligible clients in emergency situations.
- Energy and Utility Assistance Weatherization and Energy Efficiency UpgradesProvides no-cost energy upgrades, including attic insulation and HVAC repairs, through the Weatherization Assistance Program for low-income households. Also offers utility assistance for heating, cooling, and utility bills, and repairs or replaces HVAC and water heating systems for eligible clients in emergency situations.
- Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Integrated Care & Case ManagementImplements Enhanced Care Management (ECM) to coordinate medical and social services for individuals with complex health and social needs, including those experiencing homelessness or frequent emergency room use.
- Enhanced Care Management (ECM) Integrated Care & Case ManagementImplements Enhanced Care Management to coordinate medical and social services for individuals with complex health and social needs, including those experiencing homelessness or frequent emergency room use.
- Family Resource Centers Operation Family Resource Center OperationsOperates Family Resource Centers, including the Anaheim Independencia Family Resource Center, the El Modena Family Resource Center, and the Southwest Community Center, which serve as neighborhood hubs providing essential resources and education to families in need.
- Financial Empowerment Programs Financial Literacy Education & CoachingDelivers financial empowerment programs that teach money management, budgeting, credit, and banking skills, and provides tax preparation support.
- Financial empowerment programs Financial Literacy Education & CoachingProvides financial empowerment programs that teach money management, budgeting, credit, and banking skills, and offers tax preparation support to low-income individuals and families.
- Food Distribution and Hunger Relief Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 23 million pounds of food annually, serving 362,855 individuals per month through various programs, including monthly food boxes for low-income seniors across 70 sites in Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties, and daily hot meals and bi-weekly food distribution at the Southwest Community Center in Santa Ana. This includes food donated from The Giving Farm.
- Food distribution programs Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 23 million pounds of food annually to 362,855 individuals per month across Orange County through a network of partner agencies, businesses, and local leaders; includes monthly food boxes for low-income seniors at 70 sites across three counties and daily Grab and Go hot meals for people experiencing homelessness.
- Implement Enhanced Care Management (ECM) for complex needs Integrated Care & Case ManagementCoordinates medical and social services for individuals with complex health and social needs, including those experiencing homelessness or frequent emergency room use, through the Enhanced Care Management program.
- Offer workforce development and youth empowerment programs Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportProvides workforce development services including resume building, interview training, and job search assistance for adults and youth, alongside youth empowerment programs focused on education, health, and job training.
- Operate Family Resource Centers Family Resource Center OperationsOperates multiple Family Resource Centers in Anaheim, El Modena, and Santa Ana, CA, serving as neighborhood hubs that provide essential resources, education, and support services to families in need.
- Operate diaper bank and distribution program Diaper Distribution ServicesManages a diaper bank that distributes monthly diaper supplies to families with young children through agency partners across Orange County, having distributed one million diapers through the program.
- Operation of Family Resource Centers Family Resource Center OperationsOperates multiple Family Resource Centers in Anaheim, Orange, and Santa Ana, CA, serving as neighborhood hubs that provide essential resources, education, and support services to families in need.
- Organize food and fundraising drives Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingOrganizes volunteer sessions at the Orange County Food Bank and virtual food drives that enable groups to collect online donations, while also accepting direct food donations at the OC Food Bank Monday through Friday.
- Produce donation from The Giving Farm Fresh Produce DistributionDonates fresh produce grown at The Giving Farm to the OC Food Bank and the Farm 2 Family program to support food distribution efforts.
- Provide monthly food boxes to low-income seniors Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 23,000 monthly food boxes to low-income seniors across 70 sites in Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties.
- Provide weatherization and utility assistance Weatherization and Energy Efficiency UpgradesProvides no-cost energy upgrades such as attic insulation and HVAC repairs through the Weatherization Assistance Program and offers utility assistance for heating, cooling, and emergency bill support, including HVAC and water heating system repairs through the Emergency Crisis Intervention Program.
- Volunteer and Donation Management Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingOrganizes volunteer sessions for individuals and groups at the Orange County Food Bank, conducts virtual food drives for online donations, and accepts food donations at the OC Food Bank.
- Volunteer and Donation Management Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingOrganizes volunteer sessions for individuals and groups at the Orange County Food Bank, conducts virtual food drives to collect online donations, and accepts food donations at the OC Food Bank.
- Volunteer and Donation Management Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingOrganizes volunteer sessions for individuals and groups at the Orange County Food Bank, conducts virtual food drives, and accepts food donations at the OC Food Bank.
- Volunteer and donation engagement Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingOrganizes volunteer sessions for individuals and groups at the Orange County Food Bank, conducts virtual food drives to collect online donations, and accepts food donations at the OC Food Bank Monday through Friday.
- Weatherization and energy assistance Weatherization and Energy Efficiency UpgradesProvides no-cost energy upgrades such as attic insulation and HVAC repairs through the Weatherization Assistance Program, and offers utility assistance for heating, cooling, and utility bills to low-income and eligible households.
- Workforce Development and Youth Empowerment Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportOffers workforce development services, including resume building, interview training, and job search assistance for adults and youth. Additionally, provides youth empowerment programs focused on education, health, and job training.
- Workforce Development and Youth Empowerment Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportOffers workforce development services including resume building, interview training, and job search assistance for adults and youth, alongside youth empowerment programs focused on education, health, and job training.
- Workforce Development and Youth Empowerment Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportOffers workforce development services, including resume building, interview training, and job search assistance for adults and youth. Provides youth empowerment programs focused on education, health, and job training.
- Workforce development and youth empowerment Job Readiness Training and Placement SupportOffers workforce development services including resume building, interview training, and job search assistance for adults and youth, alongside youth empowerment programs focused on education, health, and job training.
capacity building · 4
- Internship programs Structured Internship Programs with Hands-On Nonprofit ExperienceOffers internship opportunities across multiple departments, providing practical experience and college credit to students.
- Leadership donor recognition Targeted Educational ScholarshipsRecognizes donors who contribute $100,000 or more annually through the President’s Circle leadership giving program.
- Offer internship opportunities Structured Internship Programs with Hands-On Nonprofit ExperienceProvides internship opportunities across multiple departments, offering practical experience and college credit to students.
- Recognize major donors through President’s Circle Targeted Educational ScholarshipsRecognizes donors who contribute $100,000 or more annually through the President’s Circle leadership giving program.
strategies · 32
how they think
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- Addressing root causes of poverty through advocacy and strategic partnerships root-cause-advocacyThe organization focuses on addressing the systemic root causes of poverty through public policy advocacy and by forming strategic partnerships to provide resources and support, thereby promoting stability and long-term self-sufficiency for individuals and families.
- Community-Based and Partner-Driven Service Delivery community_based_service_deliveryOperates within and through local communities—leveraging partnerships with charities, soup kitchens, schools, and farms—to build trust, extend reach, and deliver culturally responsive services.
- Community-based service delivery and resource mobilization community_based_service_deliveryThe organization operates within the communities it serves to build trust and deliver services that support family stability and self-sufficiency, utilizing volunteer engagement as a core method and leveraging community-sourced donations and digital giving campaigns to efficiently mobilize resources and maintain inventory.
- Community-based service delivery and resource mobilization community_based_service_deliveryThe organization operates within the communities it serves to build trust and deliver services that support family stability and self-sufficiency, leveraging a network of local charities and community organizations, and mobilizing community-sourced donations and volunteers to efficiently provide resources.
- Community-based, partnership-driven service delivery community_based_service_deliveryLeverages deep community ties and a network of local partners to deliver trusted, localized services and expand reach through shared resources and distribution channels.
- Community-powered resource and distribution network community_sourced_donationsLeverages community-sourced donations, volunteer engagement, and partnerships with local organizations to efficiently deliver food and essential resources, reducing costs and increasing reach.
- Crisis Response as a Foundation for Stability crisis-response_modelProvides immediate, practical support for basic needs—including food, rental assistance, and homelessness prevention—to stabilize families and create conditions for long-term progress.
- Crisis response and holistic support for self-sufficiency crisis-response_modelThe organization addresses immediate needs through practical tools and resources for basic needs (food, rental assistance, homelessness prevention) to enable long-term stability, offering crisis support and comprehensive services aimed at helping families achieve self-sufficiency.
- Crisis response and pathway to self-sufficiency crisis-response_modelThe organization addresses immediate needs through crisis support, providing practical tools and resources for basic needs like food and housing, and then guides families towards self-sufficiency through comprehensive services and guidance.
- Digital Outreach and Resource Dissemination digital_outreachUses digital platforms and social media to rapidly share information about available resources and mobilize support, increasing accessibility and engagement with services.
- Digital outreach and engagement digital_outreachUses digital platforms and virtual campaigns to disseminate information, mobilize support, and facilitate donations to increase accessibility and efficiency.
- Farm-to-community food distribution with integrated nutrition education farm_to_community_distributionThe organization bridges surplus agricultural production with community needs by sourcing directly from farms and distributing through various community venues, while also integrating nutrition education and recipe support to enhance the impact of food assistance.
- Farm-to-community food distribution with integrated nutrition education farm_to_community_distributionThe organization bridges surplus agricultural production and community need by sourcing directly from farms and distributing through various community venues, while also integrating nutrition education, such as a Produce Prescription program and recipe support, into food assistance to improve health outcomes.
- Integrated Service Model for Holistic Support integrated_service_modelCombines emergency assistance with wraparound services—such as financial empowerment, employment support, and case management—at co-located sites to address multiple dimensions of poverty in a coordinated way.
- Integrated service delivery model integrated_service_modelProvides a continuum of holistic services—ranging from emergency support to job training and financial empowerment—at centralized locations to address multiple barriers to stability simultaneously.
- Integrated service delivery model integrated_service_modelProvides a holistic continuum of services—ranging from emergency support to job training, financial empowerment, and case management—within a single access point to address multiple dimensions of poverty simultaneously.
- Leadership giving and strategic philanthropy leadership_giving_programEngages high-capacity donors, foundations, and corporations through a leadership giving program to secure sustainable funding for poverty and hunger initiatives.
- Leadership giving engagement leadership_giving_programSecures sustained funding through a leadership donor program that engages individuals, foundations, and corporations in annual giving to support long-term anti-poverty initiatives.
- Multi-generational poverty eradication through integrated services three-generation-poverty-eradicationThe organization adopts a long-term strategy focused on ending poverty within three generations by implementing multi-generational programming and providing a continuum of integrated services, from emergency support to job training and education, to create pathways to economic stability and long-term success for families.
- Nutrition Integration and Education nutrition_education_integrationEnhances food assistance by integrating nutrition education and produce prescriptions to improve health outcomes and promote informed dietary choices among vulnerable populations.
- Nutrition integration and education nutrition_education_integrationEnhances food assistance by integrating nutrition education and produce prescriptions to improve health outcomes and promote informed dietary choices.
- Nutrition-integrated food assistance nutrition_education_integrationEnhances food assistance programs by integrating nutrition education, produce prescriptions, and recipe support to improve health outcomes alongside food security.
- Pathway to Self-Sufficiency Model pathway modelProvides a continuum of services—from crisis intervention to job training and education—that support families in moving progressively toward economic independence and long-term stability.
- Root Cause Advocacy and Policy Change root-cause-advocacyFocuses on systemic change by advocating for public policies that address the structural drivers of poverty, complementing direct service with efforts to transform underlying conditions.
- Root cause advocacy and policy change root-cause-advocacyFocuses on systemic change by advocating for public policies that address the underlying structural causes of poverty, aiming for long-term societal impact.
- Root cause advocacy and policy change root-cause-advocacyFocuses on systemic change through public policy advocacy to address the structural drivers of poverty and promote long-term self-sufficiency.
- Strategic partnerships for resource provision strategic_partnerships_and_resource_provisionBuilds strategic alliances to stabilize individuals in poverty by ensuring timely access to essential resources and services.
- Three-Generation Poverty Eradication three-generation-poverty-eradicationAdopts a long-term, intergenerational strategy to break the cycle of poverty by addressing its root causes and creating pathways to economic stability across multiple generations.
- Three-generation poverty eradication three-generation-poverty-eradicationAdopts a long-term, intergenerational strategy to break the cycle of poverty by addressing its root causes and creating pathways to economic stability across multiple generations.
- Three-generation poverty eradication three-generation-poverty-eradicationA long-term strategy focused on ending poverty within three generations by addressing root causes and creating multi-generational pathways to economic stability.
- Volunteer and Community Engagement Model volunteer-driven service deliveryLeverages volunteer labor and community-sourced donations—including virtual food drives and leadership giving—to expand service capacity, reduce costs, and deepen local investment in poverty alleviation.
- Volunteer and community-sourced engagement model volunteer-driven service deliveryUtilizes volunteer labor and community-sourced donations—including virtual food drives and farm partnerships—to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and broaden participation in service delivery.
named programs · 13
what they call their work
Anaheim Independencia Family Resource Center (AIFRC)
Provides various programs and services from its location in Anaheim.
Diaper Bank
Provides monthly diaper supplies to families with young children through a network of partner agencies across Orange County
Donated Food Program
Collects food and personal care product donations from the food industry and through food drives.
ECIP (Emergency Crisis Intervention Program)
Repairs or replaces HVAC and water heating systems in emergency situations for income-eligible households
El Modena Family Resource Center (EMFRC)
Provides various programs and services from its location in Orange.
Emergency Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)
Repairs/replaces heating and cooling (HVAC) systems and water heating appliances in emergency cases for eligible clients.
Farm 2 Family
Redistributes surplus produce from California farms directly to communities in need through schools, senior centers, and community venues
Nutrition Education
Administers a Produce Prescription program, provides recipes for seniors, and supports wellness activities across CAP OC programs
OC Food Bank
Distributes over 23 million pounds of food annually through a network of nearly 250 nonprofit agencies, serving approximately 362,855 individuals monthly in Orange County
Senior Food Box
Distributes over 23,000 nutrient-rich monthly food boxes to low-income seniors at 70 sites across Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties
Southwest Community Center (SWCC)
Offers Grab and Go hot meals for people experiencing homelessness, bi-weekly food distribution, utility assistance, tax filing support, financial empowerment, employment support, and case management in Santa Ana
The Giving Farm
An 8-acre urban farm at Westminster High School where students and volunteers grow produce donated to the OC Food Bank and Farm 2 Family program
Utility Assistance
Helps eligible households manage heating and cooling costs through the CalHEAP program, including bill support and energy efficiency services
relationships · 54
who they work with
- 2-1-1 Orange County Partner — Collaborates to connect vulnerable populations with health and human service resources
- AIFRC Partner — Senior and family resource center operated in partnership with CAP OC.
- AboundFoodCare.org Partner — Partner organization for restaurants and caterers to donate prepared food.
- Access California Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Anaheim.
- Anaheim Independencia Family Resource Center Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Anaheim.
- Anaheim WIC (Ball Rd.) Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Anaheim.
- Anaheim WIC (La Palma) Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Anaheim.
- Anaheim WIC (Ponderosa) Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Anaheim.
- BGCGG ARCHES Program Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Garden Grove.
- Buena Park WIC Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Buena Park.
- CALIHEAP Government — Provides access to utility assistance for income-qualified households in Orange County
- CEAC Partner — Community advisory group that collaborates with CAP OC to support community needs.
- CalOptima Health Government — Administers the CalAIM initiative in partnership with CAP OC to provide non-medical health-related services.
- California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Government — Provides information on Summer-EBT and food assistance programs for eligible children
- California’s Department of Health Care Services Government — Collaborates on the CalAIM initiative to deliver housing and health supports.
- Casa Youth Shelter Partner — Refers youth in crisis to shelter and support services available 24/7
- Catholic Charities of Orange County / Cantalay Food Distribution Center Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Santa Ana.
- Delhi Center Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Santa Ana.
- EMFRC Partner — Family resource center providing food access, health services, youth programs, and community support in partnership with CAP OC.
- El Modena Family Resource Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Orange.
- Employment Development Department (EDD) of California Government — Refers individuals to state resources for employment, food assistance, healthcare, and other services
- Families Forward Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Irvine.
- Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in San Clemente.
- Family Support Network Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Orange.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Government — Provides information on funeral assistance related to COVID-19
- First 5 Orange County Partner — Shares parenting resources for families with young children
- Friendly Center Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Orange.
- Fristers Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Irvine.
- Helping Others Prepare for Eternity (H.O.P.E.) Partner — Diaper Bank partner agency distributing diapers in Garden Grove.
- Hope Builders Partner — Refers individuals ages 18–28 to workforce training programs in construction, healthcare, and behavioral health
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