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Urban Community Outreach is a community based center for homeless people, and those in need in downtown Long Beach.

Urban Community Outreach is a non-profit organization that promotes the interests and the welfare of the economically disenfranchised and homeless people in Long Beach. It is the Urban Community Outreach's vision to provide a safe temporary shelter, food, support services, and help toward self-sufficiency for homeless individuals and families in our community.

09/26/2026

Thank you Long Beach! UCO had their best Long Beach gives this year raising $5,670! We appreciate everyone who donated, shared and spread the word, we look forward to seeing you all again in 2027!

09/24/2026

🧡💛❤️HAPPPY LONG BEACH GIVES!! ❤️💛🧡

UCO is proud to be part of such a loving and supportive community of nonprofits providing critical services to neighbors in need. Thank you to our many supporters and volunteers to make UCO possible! Happy giving!!

09/15/2026

We’re excited and honored to be participating in again this year! The Long Beach community is strong AND generous, the countdown to September 24th is on!

09/12/2026

What a busy month we had during our first month back! In August, we served 858 meals and provided groceries to 70 seniors through our Sunday grocery distributions.

We also welcomed many new faces of all ages, with a noticeable increase in the number of seniors seeking assistance. It is heartbreaking to see so many older adults struggling to afford nutritious meals, keep food in their cupboards, and access the health care they need.

Our pantry is currently very low, and we would be deeply grateful for donations of canned goods and other nonperishable food items. These donations will help us continue providing groceries to seniors and other individuals and families in need.

We are especially thankful for the continued support Food Finders, First Congregational Church of Long Beach and our faithful monthly donors who provide food, jackets, hygiene kits, and other essential items. Although the number of people seeking assistance continues to grow, we have been fortunate to ensure that everyone leaves with a full stomach and a few extra treats to take home.

We remain deeply grateful for every donation and for the compassion and generosity that allow us to continue serving our community.

06/16/2026

May was an especially busy month at the Drop-In Center as we welcomed our growing unhoused community over five Sundays. During the month, we served 969 meals, including one Sunday when 226 meals were provided. The additional Sunday, combined with the increasing need in our community, contributed to one of our busiest months this year.

We also provided take-home groceries to 40 low-income seniors throughout the month, helping to supplement meals during these challenging economic times. We remain grateful for the support of Food Finders, First Congregational Church of Long Beach, our dedicated volunteers, donors, and our hardworking staff who make this work possible. Your continued support allows us to provide nourishment, connection, and hope to those who need it most.

As the number of individuals and families seeking assistance continues to grow, so do the costs of purchasing food and supplies. If you are able, we would be grateful for donations of canned goods and other nonperishable food items to help keep our pantry shelves stocked and ensure we can continue serving those in need. Thank you!!

05/13/2026

A look behind the scenes! The amazing Chef Melody and Executive Director Cherry make magic happen every Sunday!! Thank you for all you do!!

05/08/2026

April was a meaningful and active month for us at the drop-in center. Over the course of the month, we served 698 hot meals, and we saw a noticeable increase in the number of unhoused neighbors joining us each Sunday. While the growing need is something we are always mindful of, we remain grateful that we are able to continue welcoming everyone into a safe and supportive space each week.

Thanks to the generosity of Food Finders and our donors, our guests continue to enjoy not only a warm meal each Sunday, but also plenty of bread, fruit, and salads to take with them.

We are continually encouraged by the support we receive from FCCLB and our many dedicated donors. Your kindness and consistency never cease to amaze us, and it is because of you that we are able to serve our growing community with dignity and care. We remain deeply grateful, for our staff, for our volunteers, and for each of you who makes this possible. We look forward to all that May will bring as we continue serving the community together.

04/10/2026

March was a busy and meaningful month at the drop-in center, as we continued to provide consistent support to our unhoused neighbors. Throughout the month, we served a total of 833 hot meals, offering not only nourishment but also a welcoming space where individuals could find connection and community.

One of the most memorable highlights of the month was a special visit from Ken Medema, whose presence brought an incredible sense of joy to the drop-in center. Through his music and heartfelt performance, he created a moment that many of our guests will not soon forget. Several individuals were moved to personally thank him, sharing their appreciation not only for his musical talent but also for his genuine warmth and compassion. It was a powerful reminder of how meaningful connection and kindness can be.

In addition to our weekly meal service, we continued to distribute groceries to seniors and families, adjusting each week as we witness increases mainly to our seniors.

We are deeply grateful to our dedicated staff, volunteers, and partners, especially First Congregational Church of Long Beach, whose continued support makes this work possible. Your generosity and commitment allow us to serve with consistency, dignity, and care.

03/18/2026

Thank you to extra special guest for joining UCO guests and volunteers on Sunday following an inspiring benefit concert at ! Feeling extra thankful for good food, amazing music, and great company! 🎶 😊 💜

03/16/2026

Thank you again to for your amazing performance for UCO guests this Sunday! Thank you for sharing your gift of music!

Address

241 Cedar Avenue
Long Beach, CA
90802

Opening Hours

1pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15625821000

Website

https://www.ucodic.org/

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