Caring for the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of individuals and families through education, community outreach, and empowerment.
Since 1940, Avalon Carver Community Center has been a place where people from diverse backgrounds come together to make their community thrive. Built on the vision of community leader Mary B. Henry, we've strived to become a place of growth, unity, family, and positive change for South Los Angeles.
We are returning to our original mission of providing a full array of services that will strengthen families, promote economic self-sufficiency, and develop a strong sense of community.
"From the cradle to the calculus — every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive."— Jamico Elder, Executive Director
A free charter school where 16–24 year olds earn their high school diploma with life skills, career workshops, and monthly field trips.
Hands-on STEM education for underserved K-12 students. Our curriculum is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards and reaches 8,000+ students annually.
A 3-day immersive experience at NASA's Space Center in Houston where students complete 7 missions with NASA engineers and military personnel.
Empowering youth in elementary and middle school with skills to make positive decisions around substance use through evidence-based curricula.
USDA federally funded program providing over 100,000 free, nutritious meals annually to children and youth across South Los Angeles.
A state-licensed program designed to reduce repeat DUI offenses by educating participants on the dangers of impaired driving and addressing root causes.
Your donation funds education, nutrition, and empowerment programs for children and families in South Los Angeles. Every dollar makes a difference.