Answering the Need This May: District 4 Debuts Food Relief Initiative
Through this collaboration, eligible District 4 residents will receive access to free, healthy groceries through Friendly Center’s Friendly-Mart program in Buena Park.
Easter Joy at Friendly Center
Over 930 Baskets Bring Smiles Across Orange County Orange County, CA — Friendly Center celebrated the season of giving by distributing 937 Easter baskets to children across Orange County on
The Hidden Reality of Poverty in Orange County
One of the biggest misconceptions is that poverty in Orange County is rare. It is not. The need is not hypothetical; it shows up in real, measurable ways across our
Friendly Center to Receive $2000 Donation from Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation
Sprouts’ grant will support Friendly Center’s Snack Smart and Pantry Power Up program at our Orange after-school site by enhancing the weekly snacks we already provide and adding short, hands-on
A Love Letter to Our Communities
One of the biggest misconceptions is that poverty in Orange County is rare. It is not. Thousands of families are one emergency away from losing stability. A medical bill, a
Havana Nights Gala Celebrates the Power of Community and Generosity
Orange, CA — On Friday, October 3rd, Friendly Center transformed the Turnip Rose Promenade into a vibrant celebration of community, culture, and purpose for its annual Havana Nights Gala. This
Friendly Mart Tackles Food Insecurity with Corporate Support: Goya Cares Makes a Generous Donation
A Fresh Approach to Food Distribution with Dignity and Choice In October, Friendly Center introduced a game-changing initiative to fight food insecurity with the launch of Friendly Mart, a self-choice mini-mart
Celebrating 100 Years of Service, And the Next 100 Years to Come
ORANGE, CA (October 1, 2024) – On Saturday, September 28th, Friendly Center hosted its One Heart Gala at the Presidential Richard Nixon Library and Museum in Yorba Linda, celebrating its
Celebrating Success: Friendly Center’s Annual Golf Tournament of Hope
On June 21st, Friendly Center hosted its highly anticipated Annual Golf Tournament of Hope at the stunning Black Gold Golf Club in Yorba Linda. We are thrilled to share the
City of Orange Proclaims April 8th as Friendly Center Day
ORANGE, CA (April 15, 2024) – On Monday, April 8th, Friendly Center hosted an event to honor the official proclamation of “Friendly Center Day” presented by the City of Orange’s,