Click the yellow Donate button atop the COA website; donate via our Facebook page; or drop off donations through the Third Street delivery door Please see this video for instructions on giving food or monetary donations to COA during this novel coronavirus and COVID-19 response. To get involved immediately, call 562-432-1440, email [email protected], or follow […]
COA Service Changes – Covid-19 / novel coronavirus
Nearly 40 years ago we started to provide hot meals to the less fortunate, and will continue to do so at this time. No one should go hungry. DUE to public health recommendations regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Christian Outreach in Action and its employees are taking EXTRA precautions to keep our staff, volunteers and […]
Susan Burton Speaking in Long Beach: A Must-See Engagement
By Keith Jajko They say Americans like rooting for the underdog. We also love a good comeback story. Then you’ll want to hear the story of Susan Burton. And you have the opportunity – she is the guest speaker for COA’s next Valentine’s Tea set for Saturday, Feb. 8 in Long Beach. Ms. Burton is […]
Susan Burton, Author and Re-Entry Activist, set as Guest Speaker for Valentine’s Tea Fund-Raiser by COA of Long Beach
Christian Outreach in Action (COA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides food, clothes and services for families and individuals in need in Long Beach and nearby communities, announces renown author and activist Susan Burton as its guest speaker for a fund-raising tea event set for Feb. 8. Burton served six prison sentences before finding support […]
COA’s Author Speaker Series – RSVP for Next Valentine’s Tea on Feb. 8!
JOIN US! – and Help Raise Funds to #HelpCOA! COA’s next Valentine’s Tea features special guest speaker Susan Burton, an activist who works with people formerly incarcerated, to help them transition back into our society. She has founded her own nonprofit organization to further help people, and her memoir, “Becoming Ms. Burton,” was published in […]
COA’s Annual Christmas Party Brings Joy to Hundreds upon Hundreds of Local Children and Families
Over 200 volunteers led by Chief Elf Lisa Hoffmaster deliver complete holiday experience from the moment kids walked in to Santa, family crafting, new toys – even popcorn to go! For a kid, attending the annual Children’s Christmas Party at Christian Outreach in Action must be akin to walking through a holiday-themed amusement park. From […]
Long Beach Offers Employment Program, Other Actions for Area Homeless
Getting back into the working world after a long period of unemployment is never easy. Many homeless individuals simply do not have the time or resources to maintain or find employment – they’re too busy trying to survive. Unfortunately, this makes it harder for people to return to work even when they feel ready to […]
Art & Frame Sale ~ Saturday, Nov. 9 at The Mercantile
Don’t miss this opportunity to select from a great range of artwork, frames, prints and more at Clark & Atherton Mercantile on Saturday, Nov. 9. Decorate for the holidays with this sale of original art, framed prints, mirrors, and a special delivery of vintage frames. Priced to move, come take a close look and think […]
COA Calls on Volunteers for the Holiday Season
Christian Outreach in Action (COA) seeks volunteers to help in a variety of special events through the end of 2019. Summary: Sorting. Helping sort donated canned goods and other food items for its kitchen and food banks, at its facility at 515 E. 3rd Street in downtown Long Beach. Organizing. Help sorting donations and organizing […]
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