Mission: CII helps children in Los Angeles’s most challenged communities heal from the trauma of family and community violence, build the confidence and skills to break through the barriers of poverty, and grow up to lead healthy, productive lives.
Target demographics: children and families affected by trauma or community violence
Direct beneficiaries per year: 28,000 children and families
Geographic areas served: Los Angeles County
Programs: Evidence-based clinical services to address trauma; Youth development programs to enable children and youth to develop skills and self-esteem; Early childhood programs which provide critical early intervention; and Family support services to build on family strengths and promote stability.
The Children's Institute is one of the most remarkable non-profits: from their staff and facilities to holistic range of programs that they provide. They are serving LA's most vulnerable children and families with great, quality care and time and time again they have demonstrated impact. CII is an outstanding program and site.