SBCC Thrive L.A.

SBCC Thrive L.A. SBCC is a proven social change agency dedicated to activating communities to fight for social justice & equity. SBCC is a 501(c)(3) public charity.

For more than forty years, SBCC has empowered communities across Los Angeles to discover and develop tools for individual and collective well-being. Across our full range of innovative, grassroots programs and initiatives, we reach more than 10,000 families annually. SBCC is not a charity or organization that “serves” clients in “need”— but rather a group of people working together to create and s

ustain systems that support & empower individuals, families and communities. In partnership with residents, we are building stronger communities from the inside— out.


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Durante más de cuarenta años, SBCC ha empoderado a comunidades de Los Ángeles para descubrir y desarrollar herramientas para el bienestar individual y colectivo. A través de nuestro rango completo de programas e iniciativas, llegamos a más de 10,000 familias al año. SBCC no es una organización benéfica que "sirve" a los clientes en "necesidad", sino un grupo de personas que trabajan juntas para crear y mantener sistemas que apoyan y empoderan a individuos, familias y comunidades. En asociación con los residentes, estamos construyendo comunidades más fuertes desde adentro hacia afuera. Contributions are tax deductible. SBCC does not support or oppose candidates for public office. It is SBCC's policy not to delete comments posted by the Facebook community, though we may make exceptions when those comments involve personal attacks, obscenity, and/or ethnic slurs. Posts from community members do not necessarily represent those of SBCC. SBCC es una organización benéfica pública 501 (c) (3). Las contribuciones son deducibles de impuestos. SBCC no apoya ni se opone a los candidatos para cargos públicos. Es política de SBCC no eliminar los comentarios publicados por la comunidad de Facebook, aunque podemos hacer excepciones cuando esos comentarios involucren ataques personales, obscenidades y / o insultos étnicos. Las publicaciones de miembros de la comunidad no representan necesariamente las de SBCC.

This progress would not have been possible without the voices of residents, organizers, advocates, and community members...
05/28/2026

This progress would not have been possible without the voices of residents, organizers, advocates, and community members who testified, attended hearings, educated neighbors, made calls, and refused to stay silent.

A special thank you to Juan Carrillo and his team for championing AB 2310, and to Suzette Martinez Valladares for leading SB 1230 forward.

While this is not the finish line, it is an important milestone in the ongoing fight for cleaner, healthier, and more respected communities throughout California.

The fight continues. Together, we keep moving forward. 🌿✊

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Hoy celebramos un importante avance para las comunidades de California.

La AB 2310 y la SB 1230 han sido aprobadas en sus respectivas cámaras legislativas, acercándonos un paso más a fortalecer las protecciones contra los vertidos ilegales y la contaminación que afecta a nuestras comunidades.

Estas iniciativas ayudan a cerrar vacíos legales que han permitido que algunas corporaciones depositen miles de toneladas de residuos sólidos, desechos de construcción y demolición, así como el llamado “residuo verde”, afectando la salud y el bienestar de nuestras familias y vecindarios.

Este logro es resultado del esfuerzo colectivo de residentes, organizadores, líderes comunitarios, defensores ambientales y personas que alzaron la voz, asistieron a audiencias, educaron a sus vecinos y exigieron responsabilidad.

Agradecemos al asambleísta Juan Carrillo y a su equipo por impulsar la AB 2310, así como a la senadora Suzette Martinez Valladares por liderar la SB 1230.

Este no es el final del camino. Es una victoria importante en una lucha mucho más grande por comunidades más saludables, seguras y respetadas en todo California.

¡La lucha continúa y seguimos avanzando juntos! 🌿✊





05/20/2026

What does Rise Up For What Matters mean to you? 💛

After Saturday’s conference, we had the chance to ask our Executive Director and fearless leader, Colleen Mooney, what this message means to her.

Her answer was a powerful reminder that rising up starts with showing up, staying informed, talking to our neighbors, and finding ways to stay active in our communities.

Whether you can vote or not, everyone has a role to play.

Rise Up For What Matters.
Rise up for community.
Rise up together.

05/20/2026

Our kids and youth brought all the joy, honesty, and heart. 💛

During this past Saturday’s Rise Up Vote Conference, we asked some of our younger kids and older youth to share their favorite part of the day, and their answers reminded us exactly why these community spaces matter.

From the activities and workshops to the people, the laughter, the learning, and the love in the room, their responses captured the beautiful energy of the day in the most genuine way.

Sometimes the biggest impact shows up in the smallest voices.

Thank you to our amazing kids and youth for sharing your hearts with us and reminding us that community is also about joy, connection, and feeling seen.

Rise Up Vote was made even more special because of you.

05/20/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Attorney Lisa Ramirez for joining us as one of our guest speakers at SBCC’s 2026 Rise Up Vote Conference this past Saturday at the Carson Civic Center.

Lisa shared a powerful message of hope, resilience, and community strength, reminding our residents, families, and partners that when we rise together, we create space for healing, voice, and real change.

SBCC is grateful for her presence, her words, and her commitment to uplifting communities. Thank you to every family, resident, and community member who showed up, leaned in, and helped make this conference such a meaningful day.

Together, we rise. Together, we move forward.

SouthBayCommunity CommunityInAction

05/16/2026

✨ Rising Up for What Matters ✨
A day filled with community, empowerment, connection, and powerful conversations. Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared space, and continues to uplift our communities together 💛

✨ Levántate por lo que realmente importa ✨
Un día lleno de comunidad, empoderamiento, conexión y conversaciones poderosas. Gracias a todos los que estuvieron presentes, compartieron este espacio y continúan fortaleciendo y apoyando a nuestras comunidades juntos
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Hey 👋🏾 SBCC Program Manager and Community Organizer Erika Schwerdt will be speaking at the inaugural Nonprofit Convergen...
04/29/2026

Hey 👋🏾

SBCC Program Manager and Community Organizer Erika Schwerdt will be speaking at the inaugural Nonprofit Convergence, sharing real frontline experience from the work happening across Los Angeles.

This session is rooted in truth, urgency, and action.

From LA to the Bay: Frontline Strategies for Immigrant Community Defense and Protection

Erika will be speaking on how rapid response networks continue to evolve as immigration enforcement shifts. From navigating complex legal realities to protecting civil rights in real time, this work is about showing up for community when it matters most.

This is more than a conversation. It’s about sharing what has been learned on the ground and helping others across the state build stronger, more responsive networks using real strategies that are already making an impact.

Communities in LA have been on the frontlines. Now those lessons are being shared so others can build, adapt, and act.

📍 San Jose Marriott, Downtown San José
📅 Wednesday, May 6, 2026
⏰ 8 AM to 6PM

On May 1, we stand together.International Workers Day is more than a moment. It is a movement rooted in dignity, justice...
04/24/2026

On May 1, we stand together.

International Workers Day is more than a moment. It is a movement rooted in dignity, justice, and the power of community. At SBCC, we stand with our workers, families, and partners to uplift voices, advocate for equity, and represent those who are too often unheard.

We believe in showing up. We believe in unity. We believe in community power.

Join us May 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM at MacArthur Park as we come together in solidarity and action. This is a space to be seen, to be heard, and to stand for what matters.

We are also honored to close the march with a special performance by Lupita Infante, granddaughter of Mexican icon Pedro Infante, performing alongside a full mariachi band. Her presence is a powerful tribute to culture, heritage, and the deep roots of the working community we stand with.

Bring your voice. Bring your energy. Stand with us.

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Este 1 de mayo, nos unimos.

El Día Internacional del Trabajador es más que un momento. Es un movimiento basado en dignidad, justicia y el poder de la comunidad. En SBCC, estamos con nuestros trabajadores, familias y socios para elevar voces, promover la equidad y representar a quienes muchas veces no son escuchados.

Creemos en presentarnos. Creemos en la unidad. Creemos en el poder comunitario.

Acompáñanos el 1 de mayo de 2026 a las 10:00 AM en MacArthur Park para unirnos en solidaridad y acción. Este es un espacio para ser vistos, escuchados y defender lo que importa.

También nos honra cerrar la marcha con una presentación especial de Lupita Infante, nieta del ícono mexicano Pedro Infante, acompañada de un mariachi completo. Su presencia representa un homenaje a nuestra cultura, nuestras raíces y la fuerza de la comunidad trabajadora.

Trae tu voz. Trae tu energía. Acompáñanos.

Back in Sacramento for Immigrant Day of Action.Showing up not just for ourselves, but for every family, every voice, and...
04/14/2026

Back in Sacramento for Immigrant Day of Action.

Showing up not just for ourselves, but for every family, every voice, and every story that deserves to be seen, heard, and protected.

This is what community looks like.
People coming together with courage.
Leading with purpose.
Turning lived experiences into action.

Proud to have SBCC represented by our incredible community organizers, Erika Schwerdt and Isabella Rico, who are not only showing up, but stepping into spaces of leadership and advocacy as they take part in a Governor’s forum.

This is what it means to lead with courage. To speak up. To stand in the gap.

At SBCC, we believe in the power of unity. In using our voices to uplift those who can’t always speak for themselves.

“Courage is not the absence of fear, but the decision that something else is more important.”

Today, that something is our people. Our families. Our future.

We move together. We rise together. We speak up together.

Community power is real.

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De regreso en Sacramento para el Día de Acción por los Inmigrantes.

Estamos presentes no solo por nosotros, sino por cada familia, cada voz y cada historia que merece ser vista, escuchada y protegida.

Así se ve la comunidad.
Personas unidas con valentía.
Liderando con propósito.
Transformando experiencias en acción.

Orgullosos de que SBCC esté representado por nuestras increíbles organizadoras comunitarias, Erika Schwerdt e Isabella Rico, quienes no solo están presentes, sino también liderando y participando en un foro con el Gobernador.

Esto es liderar con valentía. Alzar la voz. Estar presentes por los demás.

En SBCC creemos en el poder de la unidad. En usar nuestras voces para apoyar a quienes no siempre pueden hacerlo por sí mismos.

“El valor no es la ausencia de miedo, sino la decisión de que algo más es más importante.”

Hoy, eso es nuestra gente. Nuestras familias. Nuestro futuro.

Nos movemos juntos. Crecemos juntos. Alzamos la voz juntos.

El poder de la comunidad es real.

RiseUp

Yesterday was something special at SBCC 🙌🔥Our space came alive with energy, learning, and community as Fighting Chance p...
04/09/2026

Yesterday was something special at SBCC 🙌🔥

Our space came alive with energy, learning, and community as Fighting Chance pulled up and delivered an incredible live striking demonstration for our youth and families 💥

From the first punches to the final moments, you could feel it…
Kids stepping out of their comfort zones
Learning discipline, focus, and confidence
Encouraging one another and having FUN doing it

Parents and community members showed up, stayed engaged, and supported every moment 👏

It wasn’t just about striking…
It was about respect
It was about growth
It was about creating safe spaces where our youth can build confidence and see what they’re capable of

Moments like this remind us what community is all about 🤝

We’re grateful to Fighting Chance for pouring into our youth and showing what’s possible when opportunity meets the right environment

More to come… stay tapped in 👀🔥

Join us this upcoming Wednesday at SBCC for a special Fighting Chance kids demonstration in our parking lot 👊Come see th...
04/03/2026

Join us this upcoming Wednesday at SBCC for a special Fighting Chance kids demonstration in our parking lot 👊
Come see the energy, meet the coaches, and help us gauge interest in bringing weekly classes to SBCC for our youth and families.

Open to youth of all ages and parents.
Wednesday, April 8 at 5PM
SBCC Parking Lot
540 N Marine Ave, Wilmington, CA 90744
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Acompáñanos este próximo Miércoles en SBCC para una demostración especial de Fighting Chance para niños en nuestro estacionamiento 👊
Ven a ver la energía, conocer a los entrenadores y ayudarnos a medir el interés en traer clases semanales a SBCC para nuestra juventud y familias.

Abierto para jóvenes de todas las edades y padres.
Miércoles 8 de abril a las 5PM
Estacionamiento de SBCC
540 N Marine Ave, Wilmington, CA 90744

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540 N Marine Avenue
Wilmington, CA
90744

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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