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VOALA Cares

VOALA continues to maintain it’s essential and important services especially with our shelters and residential sites that serve the homeless, Veterans, youth, and families. (Read more)
homeless youth services

We provide housing and supportive services for homeless youth to help them become self-sufficient and confident.
housing & shelter

We view homelessness as a temporary challenge and not an identity.
children & family services

Children receive educational experiences that are developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate.
veterans’ services

We have served military veterans and families since WW1, and will continue as long as there is a veteran in need.
education & empowerment

We help people of all ages increase the rate at which they become self-sufficient members of the community.
recovery & re-entry

We offer diverse services for people in recovery and those coming out of the criminal justice system.
Victims Assistance Sanctuary

VOALA’s Victims Assistance Sanctuary (VAS) serves victims of human trafficking nationwide. Learn more here.

Volunteers of America Los Angeles – VOALA was founded in 1896 on the core belief in the potential of every person no matter the circumstance.

At VOALA it’s our job to make sure that potential is realized.

We retain the essence of our founders’ legacy with a broad scope of support and services for all – regardless of race, sex, age, or religious preference.

Spotlight

VOALA Celebrates Grand Opening of Discovery Head Start in Compton - VOALA Celebrates Grand Opening of Discovery Head Start in Compton Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) celebrated the grand opening of its new Discovery Head Start facility in Compton, California, marking an exciting expansion of early childhood education and family support services in the community. The new facility features an engaging space-themed environment designed to… Read More...

LEARN ABOUT OUR SERVICES AND THE PEOPLE WE SERVE

Children Children

VOALA services for children place an emphasis on Education, Literacy, and Health. The skills and confidence gained from our programs promote a stable home life and ensure a smooth transition into... learn more

Youth Youth

With the help of family, school and community, today’s youth has a greater possibility of shifting their own futures to become self-sufficient leaders of tomorrow. Volunteers of America offers... learn more

Families Families

A strong family is the backbone of a healthy and productive community. With the main focus being stability and self–empowerment, our continuum of family services address Housing (emergency,... learn more

Women Women

Women and children make up 76% of people living in poverty. We offer a wide variety of programs for women including female veterans, single mothers, victims of domestic violence, women challenged by... learn more

Adults Adults

Our specialized programs for adults provide relief and support services to men and women in need. We implement best-practice program models that successfully meet the needs of people who are... learn more

Veterans Veterans

VOALA programs address the myriad issues facing Veterans and their families including depression, anxiety, PTSD, TBI, substance use disorders, homelessness, unemployment, and lack of education. Our... learn more

Empowering Los Angeles since 1896.

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