Under The Bridges And On The Streets
Nonprofit Organization Management - West Hollywood, California, United States
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"Under The Bridges and On the Streets" is a 501(c) (3), not-for-profit hands-on service organization. We are dedicated to serving the homeless where they live - on the streets, under bridges and in camps. Our main purpose is to provide food and clothing to those in need with an awareness of the heart. We are a direct service organization of volunteers who believe in the dignity of the individual and strive to enhance the lives of those we serve as well as those who serve.Overall, we serve close to 1,000 homeless each month. Under The Bridges was started by a group of people wanting to help the homeless who are unable to utilize or access the shelters and soup kitchens. Our bagged lunches consist of a meat and cheese sandwich on a soft bun, fresh fruit, cookies and a bottle of water. We personalize our service whenever possible, whether providing meatless sandwiches for vegetarians, turkey sandwiches for homeless Muslims, or sugar free treats for diabetics. When available, we also distribute clothes, shoes, blankets, socks and toiletries.We serve the County of Los Angeles, from greater downtown west through various neighborhoods to Santa Monica and Venice, and parts of San Fernando Valley. A special aspect of our program is that we physically take food to the homeless, where they live, Under the Bridges and On the Streets. This often takes us into alleys, empty lots and other places where the homeless congregate.
