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TOGETHER, WE LIFT.  Tagline picture.

Empowering people. Strengthening communities.

Building a future where everyone has a chance to rise.

ONE HAND CAN HELP BUT-

TOGETHER, WE CHANGE LIVES.

P2P Community Development connects neighbors to food, housing, mental health, and opportunity — so no one has to climb alone.

Every number on this page started with one hand.

3,000+

neighbors supported each year

300+

youth on the Pathway Outta Poverty

3,000+

individuals receiving mental health support

1,500+

youth mentored each year

Our Programs & Impact

01

Community Outreach & Engagement

The first hand. Food lines, block events, neighborhood presence — the way people first find us and we first find them

  • 3,000+ individuals served annually

  • 100,000 lbs of food distributed

  • 10,000 clothing items distributed

  • 1,000 referrals to deeper services each year

Man in blue jacket holding food wrapped in foil.

03

Mental Health Is Now

Trauma-informed support that meets neighbors without stigma — care navigation, group work, and one-to-one sessions.

  • 300+ supported each year

  • 1,200 care & navigation services

  • 150 crisis management 

  • Warm handoffs to clinical partners            

Man in white clothing sitting at a table with equipment

02

Pathway Outta Poverty

A year-round track for young people and families — education, job readiness, financial literacy, and one-to-one mentoring.

  • 300 supported each year

  • 150+ workforce readiness workshops

  • 100+ financial literacy trainings 

  • 250 one-on-one coaching sessions            

Student with backpack sitting on a chair

04

Faith In Action Youth Mentoring

Mentors walk with youth through identity, leadership, life skills, and emotional wellness, helping them grow into confident, connected young leaders .

  • 1,500 youth mentored each year

  • 200+ mentoring circles facilitated 

  • Before and after transformational work

  • Longterm mentor relationships                  

Smiling man with a beard wearing a black sweater and lanyard.

When one hand reaches back,

a block climbs.

Every number on this page is a person whose story turned.

  • The teenager who went from suspended to mentoring freshmen.  A mother who went from food line to financial coach.It’s the neighbor who went from isolated to surrounded by support.

neighbors served each year

3,000+

youth mentored each year

1,500

food distributed annually

100,000 lbs

referrals into deeper services

1,000

Our Success Strategy

From crisis to stability — hand in hand.

No one walks out of hardship alone. We meet people where they are, connect them to the care and mentors they need, and walk with them into lasting stability.

Woman helping a homeless teenager in the park.

1

Meet people

where they are

Outreach begins on the block, in the park, at the food line — wherever a neighbor is already standing. No forms, no gatekeeping; just a first hand extended.

Icon of a person helping another up a hill near a home

2

Connect to care, mentors, & navigation

One conversation unlocks the next hand — trauma-informed counselors, housing navigators, mentors for the young people, and trusted referrals into deeper services across the city.

People climbing stairs toward an open door with books.

3

Walk with them into

education and jobs

Through our Pathway Outta Poverty, youth and families step into job readiness, financial literacy, and education support — each milestone another hand pulling the next one up.

Illustration of a person walking a path toward life goals

4

Stability — and a hand to offer back

Neighbors who were once reaching for help become the ones reaching back. That’s the whole point: a community where the hand-off never stops.

Corporate Sponsors. Thank You.

Put your hand on the next chapter.

Corporate sponsors, foundations, faith communities, and civic partners fuel every program on this page. Underwrite a cohort, adopt a block, or sponsor the season’s outreach — we’ll show you the faces behind the numbers.

Our Mission

To transform lives by helping people discover and walk in the purpose God has for them. Through skill-building, support services, and strategic partnerships, we empower individuals and communities to create lasting change.

Our Vision

To foster a vibrant, inclusive, and empowered community where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

Community Events

Circular emblem of men praying together under a cross.

Faith In Action Boyz2Men Conference

Calling all Men All ages All races All religions to come together and celebrate you. Join us on this journey of reuniting Men. 

July 18th, 2026 | 12pm - 5pm

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

We’re looking for passionate individuals ready to make a difference in local communities. Explore our community openings and support resources today.

Monthly Praise in the Park

Community Feeding

Throughout, Watts, Compton, South Central, Lynwood, North Long Beach, Buena Park,  Los Angeles County and surrounding areas weekly food pantry and clothing distribution.

Every 4th Sunday!

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