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February 8, 2021

This month, the La Verne Chamber celebrated their 2021 Excellence in La Verne Awards. David & Margaret Youth and Family Services was honored to receive the award for Non-Profit of the Year for excellence in providing critical services and supporting at-risk communities during the coronavirus pandemic. David & Margaret was recognized for the broadening of services with the opening of COMPASS Point which supports young adults with a history of foster care, demonstrating creativity and innovation in meeting the needs of the La Verne community, promoting volunteerism, demonstrating growth and stability, and making a worthwhile impact on society and individuals.

November 24, 2020

The merging of these two organizations will expand the breadth and depth of services provided to foster youth, students with disabilities, and families in need of therapeutic support.

August 7, 2020

David & Margaret Youth and Family Services is pleased to announce new leadership for its Board of Directors. Bob Dalton was appointed board president at the board meeting held on August 3, 2020. Bob’s appointment comes as Sabina Sullivan completes her second term as board president. The board is responsible for the high-level leadership and decision-making for the organization, including determining its mission and purpose, providing financial oversight, ensuring legal and ethical integrity and accountability, strategic planning, and much more.

March 15, 2020

David & Margaret responds to the COVID-19 pandemic

March 3, 2020

Announcing recent changes at David & Margaret

November 21, 2019
November 8, 2019

This free, fun-filled family event features live music, crafts, photos with Santa, games and activities for kids of all ages, and a holiday boutique with local vendors.

November 8, 2019

If your favorite part of the holidays is decorating, have we got a deal for you!

January 30, 2019

David & Margaret receives three three-year CARF accreditations for foster care programs

December 3, 2018

David & Margaret has received a $3,000 grant from the Ecolab Foundation, to promote self-sufficiency and employment for youth ages 18-24 in Los Angeles County who are leaving or transitioning out of foster care.

October 25, 2018

David & Margaret Youth and Family Services Receives $20,000 Grant from the CLA Foundation to benefit its Youth Workforce Training Program for youth aging out of foster care

Press Inquiries

Thank you for your interest in David & Margaret Youth and Family Services. We appreciate your interest in the work we do. The staff here work diligently to care for the youth and families in our care. We respectfully request that you honor their right to privacy and direct your inquiries to our communications team. 

All press inquiries should be directed to: 

Maggie Bohlman
Chief Community Engagement Officer
909-596-5921 x 3246
BohlmanM@davidandmargaret.org

 

Our Impact This Year

  • Youth & Families Served

    785

  • Volunteer Hours

    1148

  • Youth Internship Hours

    231

  • Housing Provided

    46

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