Social Good

Want to help the situation in Ukraine? Laila speaks with the Co-founder and CEO of the organization rescuing children and families as well as providing humanitarian aid in that country.

Access Host Mario Lopez has one charity near and dear to his heart: the Minutes Matter campaign at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank. California Live’s Danielle Nottingham talks to Mario about achieving their goals.

Ralphs “Zero Hunger Zero Waste” social impact plan is only one of the ways they are pledging to help local communities. Ralphs has also partnered with NBC4 in the Help for the Hungry campaign, where you can donate in store now through December 24th to support hunger relief organizations. Donate by texting H4H to 41444, or visit www.ralphs.com/zhzw for more...

McDonald’s of Southern California recently partnered with NBC4 to support the station’s Help For The Hungry campaign. This donation drive supports local food banks and helps provide millions of meals to families in need this holiday season. Local McDonald’s franchisee’s donated $45,000 to this important campaign, which will help provide nearly 200,000 meals. You can help by texting...

California Live’s Kim Caldwell-Harvey heads to The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel to celebrate the return of the 10th Annual Surfing Santa and Stand Up Paddle Board Contest. Both seasonal events benefit Surfers Healing, a nonprofit that provides children with autism the gift of surfing.

“California Live” is at the Downtown Women’s Center, an organization that is breaking chronic homelessness in the Los Angeles Skid Row community. We hear all about their Gifts for Good program that sells products created by formerly homeless women who are rebuilding self-esteem. Get a look at the signature collection whose sales are helping support women during the holidays.

1 in 4 Alameda County residents experience food insecurity. “California Live” is at Alameda County Community Food Bank—a community-based organization that is helping bring nutrition to those in the area. Plus, hear about Giving Tuesday and about their Truffle Shuffle partnership.

“California Live” meets up with a mom on a mission to help kids from all backgrounds feel confident, brave, and loved. Learn about how a mother and daughter duo created daily affirmation cards that celebrates children from all walks of life.

Los Angeles-based organization, Mental Health Advocacy Services, is on a mission to protect the legal rights of low-income adults and children with mental health disabilities. “California Live” learns more about how the center was founded from the program director. Mental Health Advocacy Services is one of 56 organizations being supported by the LA Legacy program.

“California Live” ends the day on a top a Red Engine Ride fire truck. Learn about fire prevention so you and your loved ones stay safe this holiday season.

Founded in 1980, Jenesse Center is a nonprofit domestic violence intervention and prevention organization. “California Live” learns more about the mission that provides holistic and comprehensive services to survivors and families impacted by domestic and sexual violence. The Jenesse Center is one of 56 organizations being supported by the LA Legacy.

Maddy Bear Bakes is a successful bakeshop ran by 12-year-old baker and 13-year-old CEO, sisters (otherwise known as the baker and the boss). “California Live” visits their LA-based kitchen to learn about how the two young girls started the business and how it caters to several diets including vegan and dairy-free.

“California Live” learns about the mission of Pukúu Cultural Community Services, which helps improve opportunities for American Indians with culturally based community services. Find out the unique challenges American Indians face today and what the nonprofit group does to help. Pukúu Cultural Community Services is part of the LA Legacy program.

Imagine yourself at 11 years old hanging out with your friends one minute and then having a seizure the next. That is what happens to a brave young girl, diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy, who is taking back her life with her voice. Learn about her music and remarkable story.

40 Love Foundation leverages tennis as a platform to develop skills, education, and mentorship that will impact kids’ lives. “California Live” talks with LeGeorge Mauldin from 40 Love Foundation to learn how the idea started and why tennis has been an effective platform for change. 40 Love is one of 56 organizations being supported by the LA Legacy.

“California Live” meets with Disney alumni stars on a mission to support gay youth. Learn about the Pride House LA, their collaborations, and huge successes on social media from Instagram to TikTok. Plus, find out how they are changing the narrative for the LGBTQ+ community.

Tucked away in Malibu is Big Heart Ranch, a name that delivers on its mission. “California Live” visits the beautiful open ranch full of once-abandoned farm animals. Plus, the ranch gives back by providing animal-assisted healing for underserved families.

Los Angeles Walks trains and mobilizes Angelenos to advocate for a safe walkable community. “California Live” learns about their mission to keep the streets of LA safe for everyone. Los Angeles Walks is one of 56 organizations being supported by the LA Legacy.

“California Live” meets the Director of Development at Jovones. Jovones was chosen by the Super Bowl Legacy program, which sponsors LA-based nonprofits, for its great work in supporting young people in finding life stability. We hear about how the Boyle Heights organization helps to get “at risk” youth on the right track.