Who is Aetna Street Solidarity?

Aetna Street Solidarity is a community-led mutual aid organization based in the San Fernando Valley. In opposition to the criminalization of the unhoused in Los Angeles, we have spent over 6 years developing public and free neighborhood solidarity economies and supportive people's programs by and for the San Fernando Valley community.

What we do:

Our events take over public space-- not only sharing resources, but also fostering kinship, shared joy, shared grief, and a commitment to community solidarity, care, and protection. These projects include weekly community nights and monthly Really, Really Free Markets, where you can enjoy food, music, arts, clothing, wellness services, medical care, legal support, and more. Everything you find at our events are free for all to take, share, and give without having to prove need or worthiness.

Our newest project:

We are excited to partner with Shared Wellness to open a beautiful new community hub in the San Fernando Valley. 🎉

Alongside our current outdoor programs, we will now have a space to make even more ideas flourish in a central location, rain or shine. Please join us in the co-creation of this third space! We are currently seeking to raise $2,500 in monthly donations, or $30,000 for the year, to sustain the location for its first year. Any amount you can contribute helps to keep this space free and accessible to all.

What your support makes possible:

A cooling center and shelter from heat and extreme weather
Healthy food distribution to fight food insecurity
A free store providing essentials like clothing and basic medical supplies to anyone who needs them
A welcoming space for meetings, events, and workshops where ideas and solutions can flourish
Public shower, bathroom, and hygiene supplies to promote community health and wellness.
A community newsroom and media hub.
A lending library for tools to support DIY projects and community repair
Donation-based classes to share skills and knowledge

Whether you value a space for mutual aid and political organizing or simply want a community space to relax and make friends, your support makes it possible. The Valley is full of creative and committed people and, together, we can bring this vision to life.

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