Who: Celebrating 101 years of hope, healing and opportunity, Wellnest applies a holistic approach to emotional well-being to children, young adults, and the families they serve in Los Angeles. Wellnest offers comprehensive mental health services and housing, ensuring that everyone has access to the support needed to reach their full potential.
What: Wellnest’s Back-to-School Backpack Distribution helps children and families prepare for the school year. Children and youth can receive free school supplies and backpacks donated by Baby2Baby. Other exhibitors include Feast for All, providing food resources and healthy snacks and Lil Libros offering free books. Wellnest team members will be on hand to provide mental health resources.
When: Saturday, July 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Wellnest | Exposition Park Building located at 3787 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Free parking is available at the mosque across the street ,or individuals can take Metro E line, Exp Park/USC station.
Why: Wellnest’s Back-to-School Backpack Distribution Event provides essential supplies and backpacks to alleviate financial burdens on families and ensures students are prepared for the academic year.
With support from exhibitors and in-kind donations from businesses and community-based organizations, the event creates a sense of community, support, and hope that contributes to the overall well-being and success of students and their families in the communities Wellnest serves.
About Wellnest:
Through a holistic approach to emotional well-being, Wellnest, a nationally acclaimed and leading provider of emotional health and wellness services, offers hope, healing, and opportunity to the children, young adults, and the families they serve. Founded in 1924, their commitment remains steadfast as they enter their second century of service. For more information visit wellnestla.org
Contact:
Rebecca Haussling
Vice President of Communications & Public Affairs [email protected]
Mobile: 310-922-7384
