Changing Lives Since 1981
COA empowers homeless and impoverished individuals in Long Beach, Greater Los Angeles, and surrounding areas. Through compassionate support, we enable self-sufficiency and independence. As a non-denominational, non-profit 501(c)3 organization, we serve all with dignity and respect. Anyone who reaches our doors in need of one of our services is always welcomed, no one is turned away.
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Your Generosity Guides Homeless and Impoverished Individuals towards Self-Sufficiency and Independence
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Yesterday & today- Stories of hope
Willie started his life in the “Windy City” born into a middle-class family. His life changed when he was a teen, when his parents separated. That is when his difficulties in school began. Willie had a learning disability and did not graduate from high school. When his mother, a nurse, passed away, not only did he become involved with drugs, but his siblings eventually all went their separate ways. Willie ultimately became homeless...
