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WAYS TO GIVE
We appreciate and count on the generosity of donors like you!
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Please read before making a donation.
• All gifts in-kind are accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• Please email us a description of the item(s) you wish to donate, including photos if possible, and we will get back to you within 48 business hours if we are able to accept the donation.
• Each donation is considered based on current need, storage availability, and condition.
• Donors must have scheduled an appointment time to drop off the donation. We are unable to accept walk-in or drive-by donations without an appointment.
• Donors must transport or mail the accepted donated items to either our Highland Park or Woodland Hills location. Only on rare occasions are we able to offer transportation/delivery or pick-up a donation.
Questions:
• All gifts in-kind are accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• Please email us a description of the item(s) you wish to donate, including photos if possible, and we will get back to you within 48 business hours if we are able to accept the donation.
• Each donation is considered based on current need, storage availability, and condition.
• Donors must have scheduled an appointment time to drop off the donation. We are unable to accept walk-in or drive-by donations without an appointment.
• Donors must transport or mail the accepted donated items to either our Highland Park or Woodland Hills location. Only on rare occasions are we able to offer transportation/delivery or pick-up a donation.
Questions:
Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services Wish List. Thank you so much for your donation.
Optimist Youth Homes
& Family Services
6957 N. Figueroa St. Box 41-1076 Los Angeles, CA 90041-1076
Telephone: (323) 443-3175
www.OYHFS.org
Website management:
Email:rmartinez@oyhfs.org
Thank You for all your support!
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About Us
Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services (OYHFS) is a nationally accredited
non-profit 501(c)3 corporation.
We are one of the oldest and largest
agencies of its kind in Southern California. Referrals are accepted from throughout the state of California.
We serve over 500 at-risk youth and their families every day.Welcome -
Programs & Services
￭Dear Optimist, Thank You for all your support and guidance. -Gabriel, OYHFS Alumni
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School Programs
"Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services ascribes to the principle that education is an intricate component of the treatment process for all of our clients."
Optimist Charter School accredited by: The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC is one of six regional accrediting associations in the United States.
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in supporting Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services. As a public charity, our need for fundraising is guided by our mission to assist at-risk youth and their families.
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Careers
Careers at Optimist! We're looking for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: Our mission is to provide innovative and individualized treatment, education, and support services to children, young adults and families to better their lives.
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Volunteer
Volunteer Your Time to Change a Child's Life Today."Since my first contact with Optimist nearly two years ago, I have had the pleasure of mentoring numerous young men residing at OYHFS. Working one-on-one with the youth at Optimist has been rewarding and meaningful"
-Tal Medovoy, Mentor
THANK YOU!
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We are always in need of items and accept the following donation of goods and services throughout the year.
Please note: All items must be new unless otherwise noted. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept used clothing donations, bandanas of any kind, and/or items with logos on them. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Please note: All items must be new unless otherwise noted. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept used clothing donations, bandanas of any kind, and/or items with logos on them. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Hand sanitizers (travel size most needed & alcohol based 60%+)
Disinfectant wipes and sprays
(CDC recommended formulas to protect against coronavirus)
Apple desktop computer
(used but in working condition is ok. This is a request from our music therapy program.)
Large walk-in freezer for industrial use
(Used but in working order is ok. This is a request from our maintenance department.)
Office supplies
(Various new supplies are needed for various administrative departments.)
Food items
(non-perishable food items are occasionally accepted to help the families we serve in times of need.)
Gift cards
(They’re distributed as graduation gifts, positive reinforcement, and when a family we serve is in need. Please consider donating cards (all amounts accepted) from major Southern California retailers such as Target, Best Buy, gas stations, grocery stores, Amazon, etc.)
Clothes Washer and Dryer
(gas hookups for dryer)*
Disinfectant wipes and sprays
(CDC recommended formulas to protect against coronavirus)
Apple desktop computer
(used but in working condition is ok. This is a request from our music therapy program.)
Large walk-in freezer for industrial use
(Used but in working order is ok. This is a request from our maintenance department.)
Office supplies
(Various new supplies are needed for various administrative departments.)
Food items
(non-perishable food items are occasionally accepted to help the families we serve in times of need.)
Gift cards
(They’re distributed as graduation gifts, positive reinforcement, and when a family we serve is in need. Please consider donating cards (all amounts accepted) from major Southern California retailers such as Target, Best Buy, gas stations, grocery stores, Amazon, etc.)
Clothes Washer and Dryer
(gas hookups for dryer)*
Hand weights*
Punching bags & gloves*
Stationary bikes*
Travel sized suitcases or duffle bags*
Bikes
Sports equipment (especially balls)
Socks
Backpacks (will start accepting in 2021)
School Supplies
Makeup
Bedroom throw rugs & decorative pillows
Stuffed Animals
Board games
Punching bags & gloves*
Stationary bikes*
Travel sized suitcases or duffle bags*
Bikes
Sports equipment (especially balls)
Socks
Backpacks (will start accepting in 2021)
School Supplies
Makeup
Bedroom throw rugs & decorative pillows
Stuffed Animals
Board games
Arts & craft supplies
Movie & sporting event passes
Books (for ages 12-18)
Journals
Sketchpads
Alarm clocks
Hair accessories
Shampoo & Conditioner
Body wash, shower gel & lotion
Bathrobes
T-shirts
Pajama bottoms
Fleece blankets
Movie & sporting event passes
Books (for ages 12-18)
Journals
Sketchpads
Alarm clocks
Hair accessories
Shampoo & Conditioner
Body wash, shower gel & lotion
Bathrobes
T-shirts
Pajama bottoms
Fleece blankets
Items to help the foster youth we serve
General wish list items
View more items on our Amazon Wish List! New items are added weekly!
*denotes that gently used items are accepted
*denotes that gently used items are accepted
