The ANE Foundation volunteer team standing together in front of their Los Angeles warehouse

About us

Crisis care rooted in compassion

ANE Foundation is a compassionate crisis care organization providing hope, dignity, and essential support to individuals and families facing hardship in Los Angeles and beyond.

Our mission

One meal, one resource, one act of kindness at a time

We exist to meet people where they are. Through meals, essential items, and meaningful connections to resources, we help our neighbors through their hardest moments — and walk with them toward stability.

Our work is powered by volunteers, donors, and partners who believe that things only change when we change them.

Volunteers organizing donations inside the ANE Foundation warehouse

Our values

What guides every decision we make

01

Compassion

We meet every person with empathy and without judgment, whatever brought them to our door.

02

Community

Real change happens when neighbors show up for neighbors. Our volunteers are our strength.

03

Dignity

Only new items, served with respect — because everyone deserves to feel valued.

04

Hope

A warm meal or a fresh set of clothes can be the first step toward a new beginning.

What we do

Everyday support, delivered with care

01

Meals & Daily Essentials

Hot meals, hygiene kits, and everyday necessities for individuals and families in need.

02

Referrals & Assistance

Connections to housing, job readiness, health, and family support services across LA.

03

Unique Requests

Personal needs that fall through the cracks — we work to fill them one request at a time.

04

Monthly Giveaways

Community giveaway days with clothing, bedding, household goods, and seasonal items.

05

Emergency Days

Rapid response during heat waves, fires, cold nights, and crises affecting our neighbors.

Join us

There's a place for you in this work

Volunteer your time, donate new essentials, or support our programs financially. Every contribution reaches a neighbor in need.

Donate

Be the Change. Be the Hope. Be the Difference.

Every meal served, every blanket given, every act of kindness is a step toward ending hunger, homelessness, and hopelessness. Your donation is the spark that turns despair into hope — and the change that transforms lives.

In-person donations

Mon–Thu · 10 AM–3 PM

New items only — toiletries, clothing (all ages), shoes, towels, bedding, and household essentials.

No used items accepted.