Bright fuchsia banners graced with an image of the late Brenda Marsh-Mitchell and a blue mid-October sky provided a natural cathedral for the Taste of Soul’s Gospel Stage, named for the festival’s co-founder, president, and primary organizer for the first eight years of its existence.
Foodbank of Southern California, a Black-led food bank based in Long Beach, provides much-needed groceries to L.A. County’s most food-insecure communities, especially communities of color. Under new CEO/President Brian Weaver, the food bank has seen expansion and innovation across a number of domains.
More than 1,200 children and families received fully loaded backpacks, dental kits, fresh fruit, and more at the 26th Annual Back to School Health Fair hosted by Mothers In Action on August 10.
The rain came down in buckets, but that didn’t stop more than 1,000 residents from bringing items to the Community Recycling Event sponsored by Mothers In Action on March 23.
The annual events helps to prevent dumping and promotes a cleaner and healthier neighborhood. On Saturday, March 23, the 7th Annual Community Recycling/Clean Up returns offering the community a place to dispose of their waste in time for Spring.
“A resounding success” is how Mothers In Action President Tracy Mitchell described the organization’s annual “Read Across America” event where MIA members and community leaders connect with students at South L.A. schools. This year, the MIA volunteers read books and interacted with youngsters at Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary School and Marcus Garvey School.
On Thursday, November 23, Mothers in Action (MIA) and Ward Economic Development Corporation celebrated Thanksgiving with the 28th Annual Thanksgiving Day Senior Feed at Ward Villas.
Tiffany Haddish’s She Ready Comedy Lounge and Beer Garden provided laughter and great times during the 18th Annual Taste of Soul. This is the first time the Taste of Soul hosted a Comedy Lounge since 2006 with J. Anthony Brown.
The 18th annual Taste of Soul took over Crenshaw Boulevard this past Saturday, October 21st. Hundreds of thousands of people walked, danced, ate, and mingled their way from Stocker Street to Obama Boulevard. There were many attractions and plenty of food vendors to indulge in, leaving people full, happy, and excited for the day’s festivities.
On Saturday, October 21, Mothers In Action (MIA), along with Tiffany Haddish, will host the She Ready Comedy Lounge & Beer Garden at Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Square during this year’s Taste of Soul Family Festival.
In less than 30 days, the 18th Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival takes place and hundreds of thousands of people are expected to enjoy the food, music and opportunities at the iconic huge event.
For the 25th consecutive year, Mothers In Action will host its Back to School Health Fair to provide hundreds of young people with free resources to help them succeed when they return to campus.
The Brotherhood Crusade donated $2,000 to Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week.
Mother’s In Action (MIA) have been a significant pillar in the nourishment of the South Los Angeles. They continue to grow in their role of being a key resource for families in need. MIA has done more for the Los Angeles neighborhood than anyone can count. They provide refuge for the homeless, medical services for those in need, and continue to provide hope to individuals in underprivileged places.
The Office of Councilwoman Heather Hutt Hosted a Turkey Giveaway for local residents of the 10th District at the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex on December 14. Councilwoman Hutt was accompanied by newly appointed Mayor Karen Bass on her third day in office.