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Programs & Services

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​Ama Tu Vecindad

​​Ama Tu Vecindad trabaja junto con familias de bajos recursos, hispanohablantes, para crear accesos a recursos, educación y apoyo que refleja las necesidades de cada familia.  Ayudamos crear comunidad y conexiones con eventos, entrenamientos, y actividades que reflejan las necesidades y intereses de familias y su comunidad. 
Ama Tu Vecindad works with low-income Spanish speaking families, providing families with education, support and resources based on their unique needs and strengths.  We help create community and connections through events, trainings and activities that reflect the needs and interests of families and their community

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¿Qué Ofrecemos?

  • Oportunidades para desarrollar programas que reflejen los intereses del vecindario.

  • Oportunidades de liderazgo comunitario.

  • Información y materiales sobre el desarrollo de los niños de todas edades.

  • Abriendo Puertas- clase para familias con niño/as edades 0-5.

  • Clases y programas para familias y niño/as- Grupos de niños/as, yoga, Zumba, jardinería y mas.

  • Entrenamientos: Primeros Auxilios de Salud Mental en Español y Ingles

                    

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Aunties on the River

Aunties On The River is a collective of Native Aunties dedicated to supporting birthing families throughout their parenting journeys. As the only Indigenous doula collective in Northern California, they provide culturally rooted care and guidance. Learn more by visiting their website here: www.auntiesontheriver.org

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Food 
Pantry

At our Choice Food Pantry, we're dedicated to ending hunger in our community.

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Our Food Pantry is open Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3 PM.

 

Clients can visit once a month.

 

In partnership with the pantry, our Backpacks for Kids program fights food insecurity for school-aged children over the weekends. 

 

Join us in supporting your neighbors through volunteering or donations. 

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Case 
Management

We all need support sometimes. Our case management team is ready to assist your family in identifying strengths, goals, and opportunities for your family to get the support you want and need. Whether it is accessing clothes for school, nutritious food, mental health services, transportation assistance, or connections to social supports, our team is here for you.

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Block Parties

We are excited to support community engagement through our Block Party Toolkit and Library. We are offering a $400 stipend to help cover the costs of hosting a block party in your neighborhood.


The stipend is intended for event-related expenses, excluding alcohol. Additionally, we provide a library of supplies.

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Application Requirements:
Complete the application form below.
Describe your neighborhood and event plans.
Indicate if you would like to invite local elected officials.
Ensure that all planned activities adhere to community safety
and cultural respect guidelines.
Submit receipts after event

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Contact Us

Thanks for submitting!

Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm 
Food Pantry (Monday - Thursday) 10:00am-3:00pm
Closed for lunch daily 12:00pm-1:00pm

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Location
1615 Heartwood Drive, McKinleyville, CA 95519
707-840-0905

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