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Stamp Out Hunger 2013

MEND was honored to have the support of Edward James Olmos on Tuesday May 8th to help kick off the annual letter carrier’s Stamp Out Hunger food drive, the largest one day food drive in the world. Go here to see: More photos … Continue reading


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Meet Luis

Luis Fernando is a 13-year-old with a ready smile and maturity beyond his years.  He attends the MEND Youth Services Program regularly after school, where he is one of the MEND “podcast kids”—five middle school children who produce their own … Continue reading


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MEND Volunteer Recognition Party 2013

MEND held its annual Volunteer Recognition Party on Saturday April 27, 2013. It was the culmination of Volunteer Appreciation Week to honor the fabulous volunteers who help MEND serve the community. Click here to see photos of the MEND 2013 Volunteer … Continue reading


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Fundraising Maven Marge Terhar Receives Halo Award

Almost 470 proposals written. More than $4 million in revenue generated. These are the kind of numbers that any rising executive would love to put on her résumé. But for 83-year-old Marge Terhar, this achievement is not a matter of … Continue reading


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MENDing Poverty Conference 2013

The Sixth Annual MENDing Poverty Conference convenes Thursday, June 13, at the MEND Center in Pacoima from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The conference theme this year is a timely one: Healthcare Reform for Low-Income Individuals: Included or “Invisible”? REGISTER … Continue reading