El Centro de Amistad

El Centro de Amistad Since its incorporation in 1977, El Centro de Amistad, Inc. Services are provided for adults (ages 25-59) and for children (ages 0-17).

(ECDA) has provided comprehensive and culturally competent services for โ€œat riskโ€ youth, adults and their families. ECDA has provided mental health services, case management, medication, recreational, and educational support to over 100,000 individuals. ECDA is concerned about the lack of mental health and social services to the low-income residents of the San Fernando Valley. It administers a com

prehensive range of services, including individual, family and group therapy, case management, medication support and employment placement. The main goals of ECDAโ€™s childrenโ€™s programs are to reduce risk factors that lead to violence, school failure, gang affiliation, and child abuse. With regards to the adult programs, the main goals are to assist with avoiding further deterioration and enhancing self-sufficiency, and to resolve issues that interfere with employment. All services are available in English and Spanish by culturally competent staff.

๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ’ Our Back-to-School Drive is here!As the school year comes to an end, we're already preparing students for a successfu...
06/17/2026

๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽ’ Our Back-to-School Drive is here!
As the school year comes to an end, we're already preparing students for a successful start to the next one. Your support helps provide essential school supplies to low-income families, foster families, and families facing financial hardship.
There are 3 easy ways to give:
๐ŸŽ’ Drop off school supply donations at any of our 3 locations
๐Ÿ›’ Purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist and have them shipped directly to us
๐Ÿ’™ Make a monetary donation through our website: www.ecda.org
Together, we can help students start the school year confident, prepared, and ready to learn!

๐ŸŽ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿฅฆ  ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ“๐ŸฅฌEl Centro de Amistad is seeking bids from qualified community-based nonprofit organizations to provide food and ...
06/15/2026

๐ŸŽ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿฅฆ ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ“๐Ÿฅฌ
El Centro de Amistad is seeking bids from qualified community-based nonprofit organizations to provide food and meal services for the Panorama City FamilySource Center (FSC).

Bids will be accepted only from organizations that meet the required eligibility criteria outlined in the Request for Proposals (RFP).

๐Ÿ“… Award Notification: June 29, 2026

๐Ÿ“ง Submit proposals to: [email protected]

๐Ÿฅ•๐ŸŽ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿ‡๐Ÿ“

We encourage eligible partners to apply and join us in supporting the health and well-being of the families we serve. Please review the full RFP for eligibility requirements and submission details.

Food Service Subcontractor BID:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q725WL-Oh2i2yjD64safQ3UmD7zgK1-h/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103783699473042866534&rtpof=true&sd=true
Food Subcontractor Budget Template: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DIY_tuZFheER8BU2Xf2Fw_tMpU9GPAfe/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103783699473042866534&rtpof=true&sd=true
Agreement Template:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jEIWCdQHiMfpzRc7e8hdj4vgNaHXpTMT/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103783699473042866534&rtpof=true&sd=true

Weโ€™re excited to partner with  to offer a FREE Summer Program for students in grades 3โ€“12! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ“šFrom June 1โ€“24, youth enro...
06/12/2026

Weโ€™re excited to partner with to offer a FREE Summer Program for students in grades 3โ€“12! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ“š
From June 1โ€“24, youth enrolled with El Centro de Amistadโ€™s FamilySource Center can join us every Monday and Wednesday for a fun and enriching summer experience focused on learning and educational enrichment.
Snacks will be available for students! ๐ŸŽ
For more information about FamilySource Center programs and eligibility, please call
๐Ÿ“ž(818) 441-7127

Our partnership with CHIRLA continues to grow stronger! ๐ŸคJoin us tomorrow for a FREE community workshop: "Public Charge:...
06/09/2026

Our partnership with CHIRLA continues to grow stronger! ๐Ÿค
Join us tomorrow for a FREE community workshop: "Public Charge: What You Need to Know." Learn about important benefits and resources available to immigrant families and get your questions answered by trusted experts.
๐Ÿ“…tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10th
โฐ 10:30 AM
๐Ÿ“ FSC Roscoe Location, Panorama City
Registration is required. Please call (818) 442-7127 to reserve your spot.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for our Community Baby Shower this Saturday, June 13 at 9:00 AM. Registration is still open!๐Ÿผ Every registered p...
06/08/2026

Join us for our Community Baby Shower this Saturday, June 13 at 9:00 AM.
Registration is still open!
๐Ÿผ Every registered participant will receive a goodie bag with baby essentials.
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to connect with other families, access valuable resources, and celebrate this special journey together.
๐Ÿ“ฒ Register through the link in our bio, or comment "Baby Shower" below and we'll send the registration link directly to your inbox.
We can't wait to celebrate with you! ๐Ÿ’™

Join us on Monday, July 20th at 4:30 PM at our San Fernando location for the ๐Ÿ’šBloom Early Wellness Council! ๐ŸฉตThe Bloom E...
06/05/2026

Join us on Monday, July 20th at 4:30 PM at our San Fernando location for the
๐Ÿ’šBloom Early Wellness Council! ๐Ÿฉต
The Bloom Early Wellness Council is committed to supporting the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families through community collaboration, education, and family-centered resources.
This is a community wellness council where families, caregivers, and community members can come together to connect, learn, and support one another as we work toward building stronger, healthier futures for children and families in our community.
โœจRegistration link coming soon, please stay tunedโœจ

๐ŸŒŸ We're Hiring! ๐ŸŒŸJoin our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in our communities. We curren...
06/03/2026

๐ŸŒŸ We're Hiring! ๐ŸŒŸ
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families in our communities. We currently have four open positions available across our locations in San Fernando, Pacoima, and Panorama City.
For detailed job descriptions, qualifications, and application information, please visit www.ecda.org.
We look forward to connecting with individuals who are committed to serving our community. Best of luck to all applicants! ๐Ÿ’™

A heartfelt shoutout to our incredible presenters for leading our Didactic training! Your time, dedication, and willingn...
06/01/2026

A heartfelt shoutout to our incredible presenters for leading our Didactic training! Your time, dedication, and willingness to share your expertise truly mean so much. The knowledge youโ€™ve given will have a lasting impact on our team, and weโ€™re so grateful for your support and passion. Thank you for helping us grow! ๐Ÿฉต

Our Community Baby Shower in partnership with the City of San Fernando is happening on Saturday, June 13 at 9AM! ๐Ÿ’™In hon...
05/29/2026

Our Community Baby Shower in partnership with the City of San Fernando is happening on Saturday, June 13 at 9AM! ๐Ÿ’™
In honor of Fatherโ€™s Day, weโ€™ll be celebrating fathers, fathers-to-be, and father figures who play such an important role in the lives of children and families. Join us for a special morning filled with community, connection, and support for growing families.
Enjoy games, giveaways, parent workshops, and a resource fair with local organizations dedicated to supporting parents and families.โœจ RSVP is required by June 10th. Space is limited!
We canโ€™t wait to celebrate with you and your family! ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿงธ
Registration is closed.

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566 South Brand Boulevard
San Fernando, CA
91340

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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