Press Releases

Brenda’s Journey to Healing and Growth

Brenda, a 16-year-old high school student at Birmingham Community High School, has faced more challenges in her young life than many can imagine. As the daughter of a Mexican mother and a Guatemalan father, Brenda’s cultural background is rich, but her personal journey has been marked by significant loss and upheaval. After the tragic passing […]

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Back-to-School Sponsor

We are excited to share some wonderful news! El Centro de Amistad, Inc. (ECDA) has recently received a generous $2,000 grant from our local Walmart in West Hills. This support comes from the Walmart store located at 6433 Fallbrook Ave, West Hills, CA, 91307. The grant will significantly aid us in providing much-needed Back-to-School supplies […]

Back to School: Easing Anxiety for Kids and Parents

As the back-to-school season approaches, excitement is in the air. New backpacks, fresh school supplies, and the anticipation of seeing friends and teachers again mark the start of another school year. However, alongside the excitement, many children and parents may experience anxiety as they face the transition from summer vacation back to the school routine. […]

VITA SUBCONTRACTOR BID SOLICITATION

BID for Solicitation for El Centro de Amistad Panorama City FamilySource Center SUB-CONTRACTOR BID SOLICITATION: El Centro de Amistad is seeking bids to subcontract with qualified organizations that are skilled and experienced in providing Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services for the Panorama City FamilySource Center. SCOPE OF WORK: El Centro de Amistad is seeking […]

FOOD RESOURCE SUBCONTRACTOR BID SOLICITATION

BID for Solicitation for El Centro de Amistad Panorama City FamilySource Center SUB-CONTRACTOR BID SOLICITATION: El Centro de Amistad is seeking bids to subcontract with qualified organizations that are skilled and experienced in providing food/meal resources/services for the Panorama City FamilySource Center. SCOPE OF WORK: El Centro de Amistad is seeking a subcontractor that can […]

Mental Health Conference

On May 13, 2024, Maria Williams, who serves as the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Program Manager at El Centro de Amistad (ECDA), participated in a radio interview with Sandy Logan, the host of Platicando y Mejorando, representing the organization Pueblo y Salud. Maria Williams and Sandy discussed topics that were featured at this […]

Introducing Our New Family Source Center: Empowering Families, Transforming Lives

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest initiative, the FamilySource Center program, aimed at providing comprehensive support and resources to individuals and families in our community. At the heart of this program are the incredible success stories of our clients, showcasing the tangible impact of our services in transforming lives for the […]

Breaking Down Barriers: Reflecting on the Impactful 2023 Mental Health Forum

In a collaborative effort to tackle the pressing mental health challenges affecting our community, FundaMental Change, and Mission Community Hospital recently orchestrated the impactful 2023 Mental Health Forum. Held with the mission of fostering positive change, this event featured thought-provoking panel discussions aimed at brainstorming potential policy solutions. Distinguished guests and esteemed panelists graced the […]