SELAH envisions a community where every neighbor thrives.

...and that's why we're reaching out to YOU - our neighbors - for support.

What is SELAH?

We are neighbors helping neighbors.

We were founded in 2017 by a group of neighbors who recognized unhoused individuals as fellow members of our community worthy of the same dignity, respect and representation afforded to any housed person. These days, we remain a nearly entirely volunteer organization -- 600 volunteers, 3 staff! -- hosting 5 to 7 weekly drop in and outreach programs around northeast Los Angeles for unhoused neighbors. Our programs include material aid like food, clothing, water, bike repair; service navigation like ID support, housing applications, connection to case management, metro cards; and, most importantly, community.

What are we raising money for?

To support SELAH's Drop In Programs.

What is a Drop In Program?

Every week, SELAH pops up throughout East Los Angeles and offers over 100's of our unhoused neighbors a warm meal, hot coffee, groceries, clothing, hygiene items, laundry, phone/device charging, and help with specialized services like medical treatment, ID replacement and EBT applications. These programs run entirely on donations, volunteers, and small grants.

Why are we asking our neighbors for support now?

The holidays are especially emotionally and communally complicated for our unhoused neighbors.
Not sure if you saw, but with the gov't shut down, services are being shut down left and right for our neighbors. CalFresh being the most immediate and potentially devastating in November. This is the most recent in a long line of lost services and it's more important than ever that we show up for our most vulnerable neighbors.
At the local level, the city and county have nearly completely stopped housing and shelter placements. Which means people are on indefinite hold in their housing journey. It's not only demoralizing, it's physically dangerous. People are on the street longer, facing health complications, malnutrition, and exposure to the elements -- especially with winter on the way. Communities like SELAH are providing material aid and community support that will bridge the service gap and save lives.

I can't donate a lot, is that okay?

Yes! It's amazing how much we can do with very little!

I can't donate right now, but are there other ways I can help?

No worries! We get it. If you're interested in supporting SELAH in other ways, here's a good place to start:

You can spread the word about campaign!
You can volunteer!
Coming up on year end, we need men's jackets and hats and gloves !
We're almost entirely out of hygiene kits -- we're in pretty urgent need. Here's a whole guide on how to organize a hygiene kit build!

This campaign has been spearheaded by SELAH volunteers!
Are you interested in launching your own SELAH fundraising campaign, let us know! Reach out to donate@selahnhc.org today!

Help Our Unhoused Neighbors

Neighbors helping neighbors!