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St. Anne's: Helping Mothers and Changing Generations

By Val Zavala
October 13, 2010
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There are hundreds of charitable organizations across southern California that are making life better for the less fortunate. KCET's SoCal Cares puts the spotlight on non-profits whose good works often go unnoticed. These short segments air regularly on KCET. This segment of SoCal Cares features the good work of, St. Anne's.

About St. Anne's

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St. Anne's provides quality, comprehensive services to nearly 800 at-risk teenage mothers and their children, most of whom are in the foster care system. Many are neglected or emotionally and physically abused. St. Anne's offers a network of services including safe housing, free child care, education and vocational support, mental health services and life skills, all aimed at helping young women become good mothers and responsible citizens.


  • Location: 115 North Occidental Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

  • Phone: 213-381-2931

  • Founded: 1908

  • President/CEO: Tony Walker, MA

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To learn more about St. Anne's, visit their website.

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