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Letters from the kids and organizations
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1736 Family Crisis Center
“This money will go a very long way, we get very traumatized children, they need a lot of help, they need a lot of intervention, and they get it with us. And because of the wonderful women that you are, those kids are going to be doing a lot better. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”--Tobi Quintilani, Senior Director of Community Response and Relations

Community's Child
"Thank you Las Candalistas for your ongoing support of now more than 630 food insecure families with 2,400+ children. Together we are making a huge difference in the health and development of children and families in our community. Grateful for what Las Candalistas does in our community."--Tara Nierenhausen, Executive Director

Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach
"Thank you for your donation to support our kids and teens programs. Throughout the year, your generosity and support helps us provide over 200 programs per month of social-emotional support and education, all FREE OF CHARGE, for cancer patients and their loved ones."--Paula R. Moore, Executive Director/CEO

Pediatric Therapy Network
"For 20 years, Camp Escapades has provided inclusive, adaptive summer fun to thousands of campers with special needs. And with the support of Las Candalistas, children of all abilities have been able to enjoy a true summer camp experience."
--Terri Chew Nishimura, MA, OTR/L, Founder and CEO

TrinityKids Care Hospice
"Your investment is a wonderful demonstration of support for our mission to provide compassionate care and help to all who need it - especially our youngest and most precious patients. The support that you provide is crucial to our continued success in guiding people through a painful and difficult time in their lives."--Brett Beck, Executive Director

1736 Family Crisis Center
"On behalf of the staff and clients at 1736 Family Crisis Center, THANK YOU so much for your incredible support. The difference that your gift will make is huge, and we are looking forward to keeping you updated throughout the coming year. Your energy and camaraderie are evident in your events, which are non-paralleled!"--Michele Nadeau, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator

Family Promise of South Bay
"On behalf of Family Promise of the South Bay, I wish to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Las Candalistas for your generous donation for our Kids Kloset Fund. Your organization is a blessing to our children and their families and it's an honor to partner with you in working toward ending homelessness in the South Bay. You are changing lives!"--Cheryl Carew, President, Board of Directors

Harbor Interfaith Services
"Harbor Interfaith clients rely heavily on us to provide essential services that include food, shelter, hygiene items and clothing. The programs we provide are designed to promote independence, self-reliance and hope for a better future. Our ultimate goal is to go beyond the immediate needs of our clients and continue to empower the homeless and working poor to shift away from government dependency and create a brighter future. Your support makes that goal a reality"--Tahia Hayslet, Executive Director

Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles
"Your generous donation will be used to provide medical supplies and tests to our malnourished, sick or injured seals and sea lions so they can return to their home in the ocean. Thanks to the amazing support of people like you, we are able to provide medical care and shelter here at our marine mammal hospital 365 days a year!"--Jeff Cozad, Executive Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor
"It is because of your support that we are able to continue programming for thousands of children each day in the Los Angeles Harbor Area. In the face of adversity, Club members can still imagine new possibilities for their lives and find the concrete support and resources they need to set and achieve their goals."--Mike Lansing, Executive Director

Wyland Foundation
"The Wyland Foundation is deeply appreciative of the support Las Candalistas provides. Your work shows how much impact a committed group of people can have in helping others in need. Thanks to you, the Wyland Foundation will be providing much needed mobile education outreach next spring to community centers and underserved schools throughout the south bay about the role we all can play in preserving the health of our coasts and waterways."--Steve Creech, President