Community Services/Non-Profits in Pasadena, CA

“I have borrowed few equipments from Convalescent Aid Society and I have had great experience with them from creating the account to ease in getting the equipment i needed for my family member. It is such a blessing to get the equipment without paying anything , may be little donation if you can afford to keep the program going, so everyone can benefit from this non profit organization.I am very thankful to the Founder of this organization and the supporting staf as wellThank you”

“I come here to play rec league soccer once a week (sunday), it's a nice park but they should probably staff it up a little bit, there was an assault in the bathroom on one of the rec league officials in the women's bathroom (by a man). An unusual occurrence to be sure but it happened and recently. They are doing some work on the park at the moment so part is torn up.Playground: Yes!Restrooms: Be careful!Dog-friendliness: Not sure.Picnic area: Nice, but you have to share space with the local unhoused and vagrant communities, it's as much their park as yours (Google maps user).”

“They are a wonderful help to the community to help the homeless.They have a food bank and once a person finds a place to live, then help with moving in expenses.So glad they are here in Pasadena.”

“Armory Center For The Arts is a non-profit community arts organization that offers arts education programs and contemporary art exhibitions in Pasadena, California. What is great about the Armory is their different programs such as art exhibits, workshops and art classes. Their current exhibit is the Plein Air which runs through Dec 10, 2023. It is a group exhibition that explores shifting ideas of western landscape, painting, and fieldwork. It's my first time visiting this museum. I spend no more than 40 mins to go through the entire art exhibit. Admission is free. Parking lot is next to the museum. Staff was cordial. Overall, I had a good time exploring their art exhibits.”

“This small thrift store has it all. Except parking. one spot is for donation, two handicap and about 8 spots for customers. Technically you are not supposed to park in the neighboring business. Off street parking is available but it can be a short or long walk. I have been there three times so far. the store is well staffed. Probably too well staffed. On my last visit an employee was keeping low in the back of the retail area playing a video game on his phone. I have had great interactions with other employee. The store has two color tag sales each week one for 50% the other 75% off. also they have incentive sales to bring in shoppers. Check the website. How one views the pricing is subjective. I personally find the pricing on the most affordable. so far this is the only thrift store that I have found that has a free to sign up loyalty program. Out of the three thrift stores I frequent in the Pasadena area this is my favorite.”

“Door of Hope is an amazing Foundation. True angels, helping families find housing or stay in their current home. They are easy to get ahold of and very responsive. Thank you Door of Hope!”

“My son has been here for 1 month now, and he loves his teachers. They are all so kind, and I know they take good care of the kids here. It's hard work taking care of little ones so I really commend them for the love and care they provide. We feel very fortunate to have a safe place for our son to play and learn for the day.”

“This is a great place to come volunteer if you're in the Pasadena area. It's located near the intersection of Pasadena Ave & California Blvd. Parking can be a little difficult since it's all street parking, but if they allow you to park in their driveway, then that's a win for you. My team dedicated a whole morning to cook a meal for the young patients here and their mothers. We decided to go with a Mexican meal because most of the families were Hispanic. We cooked a variety of enchiladas, with sides of rice and beans. And for dessert was a healthy fruit salad that we chopped up by ourselves. They provided us with the kitchen space and tools to do the cooking. Majority of the cooking tools were worn out, so next time I definitely want to donate some new ones to them. There was a kitchen in the front house and a back house, but both were very small. I suggest having a maximum of 6 people in each kitchen at a time, or it will get a little compact and chaotic. We had to take turns because we had a total of 25 people. During our downtime, we got to enjoy the property and interact with the families. I love what the Ronald McDonald House is doing for these families. It brings me absolute joy to volunteer and provide any aid that I can to our community. Our workplace is making this a once a month activity, but I definitely see myself coming back more often than that.”

“A place where they treat you like family, very favorable resources, a food bank for their Day Laborers, free reading care for diabetes, high blood pressure! Advocacy for its members in case of any labor abuse! An excellent place for our employment needs!!”

“Gentleman who attended to me was polite, friendly and helpful. I was coming in as a donor. Other places who have staff that appear and act burned out, treat donors like nobody. He answered my questions and volunteered to help carry tons of clothes from vehicle to unloading area. Gave specific instructions on getting a receipt (helpful for tax write off). I will donate here again.”

“AbilityFirst is an amazing organization that serves children and young adults with disabilities. Every year they have a really fun fundraiser called Food & Wine Festival. Tickets are around $400 to the fundraiser but it goes to a wonderful cause and is so fun, with music food drink and socialization. This is such a great organization doing such great work.”

“I was at that Elizabeth house in January 2020 to the worse USA pandemic witch was 2021 I thank are father in heaven had blessed us to meet Mrs Terry Bright the best sister hood that I felt save and sure I wanted for my kids and now there still here to help those hands that support to get back on my feet and I’m doing so better now and understand the true meaning about Christ thank you Mrs bright I found my peace now and if you ask me is being a mother and a lady god.”