Compton’s Corner – Taking Care of Business
January 4, 2024
Mayor Emma Sharif shares highlights of recent positive activities taking place in the city of Compton.
Breaking News
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toy giveaway
Compton Hosts Hub City Dre’s Concert & Toy Giveaway
December 28, 2023
On Saturday, Dec. 23, Compton hosted Hub City Dre’s Concert and Toy Giveaway. Held at Lueders Park, the event was filled with live music, toys for kids, and even a touch of snow.
Assemblyman Bryan Hosts Holiday Event in Leimert Park
December 21, 2023
On Sunday, Dec.17, Assemblymember Isaac G. Bryan (D-55th) held his third annual Christmas in the Park Celebration in Leimert Park. The community lined up and around the park to play in the snow, take pics with Santa Claus, and receive gifts and information.
West Angeles CDC Holds 16th Toy Giveaway
January 2, 2020
Hundreds of families and children attended the 16th annual Toy Giveaway sponsored by West Angeles Community Development Corporation on Dec. 19. The nonprofit organization partnered with Sentinel Peak Resources, an oil company in Inglewood, to provide toys, groceries and other assistance, said Dr. Belinda Allen, WACDC executive director. The mission of the West Angeles CDC is to increase social and economic justice, demonstrate compassion and alleviate poverty as a tangible expression of the Kingdom of God, through the vehicle of community development.
West Angeles CDC Conducts Annual Toy Giveaway
December 27, 2018
Nearly 300 families and children came out for the 15th annual Toy Giveaway sponsored by West Angeles Community Development Corporation on Dec. 20. The nonprofit organization partnered with Sentinel Peak Resources, a new oil company in Inglewood, to provide much needed toys, groceries and other assistance. “Our annual toy drive has provided toys to children in low income families totaling over $1 million dollars of support to the South Los Angeles community,” said Dr. Belinda Allen, WACDC executive director. “We are motivated to do this by the families we serve. In these economic times, people need help with high rents
Best Start Broadway-Manchester and Green Meadows Recreation Hosted “Winter Wonderland: Resource Fair and Toy Giveaway”
December 20, 2018
Community residents provide a safe and fun space for families to thrive