About Us
Our mission is to inspire, encourage, and support the young people in South Los Angeles to achieve social-emotional and economic success.
Founded by Debrah Constance in a church basement in 1993, we’ve since evolved into a multi-service youth and community development center serving youth in elementary school into their twenties.
We are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive, regardless of their zip code.
93%
of APCH high school seniors graduated high school
6x
the national college graduation rate among our APCH Shaheen Scholars
92%
of our youth reported receiving mental health support when they needed it
87%
of our high schoolers say we helped them feel prepared for college
Our Core Values
We are committed to fostering a culture that embraces personal responsibility, celebrates creativity, and empowers individuals to grow and thrive. We are guided by our REACH values:
Respect
Empathy
Accountability
Courage
Hope
Our History
Since 1993, A Place Called Home (APCH) has been a cornerstone of hope and opportunity in South Los Angeles. Founded in the wake of the LA Civil Unrest, we have evolved over the last three decades to address the needs of young people in one of the city’s most underserved areas.
Since our inception, we have expanded our reach and impact, offering comprehensive programs in the arts, education, career readiness, and health & wellness. Our holistic approach includes academic support, youth mentorship, job readiness training, mental health counseling, and college scholarships. Through these initiatives, we work to break the cycle of poverty so our youth can build brighter futures.
Over the years, we have impacted the lives of thousands of youth, helping to increase graduation rates, reducing the likelihood of involvement in the justice system, and fostering brighter futures. We continue to adapt and grow, remaining committed to our core values of Respect, Empathy, Accountability, Courage, and Hope (R.E.A.C.H.).
Impact Report
Read our impact report to discover the difference your support makes.
