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Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate STEM-Liner The STEMLiner is an immersive and intentional endeavor for low-income students to build on their natural  abilities through experiential learning opportunities at the NASA Space Center in Houston. Students embark on a 3-day educational journey to complete 7 missions  as they navigate various complex simulations with NASA mentors and military personnel.   STEMLiner aims to inspire young minds to think critically and create a positive impact on the world around them through careers in  the STEM fields. The goal of this experience is to provide Middle School and High School students a hands-on experiential learning opportunity on site with trained military personnel and NASA engineers. Students  have access to the  Mission Control room, Neutral  Buyoancy Laboratory (NBL) the ISS Mock Up and the Moon Rock Vault. Each workshop is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards and intended to build on the 3-primary concepts students learn during school year (1. Life Science, 2. Earth and Space science and 3. Physical Science, Technology and Engineering). 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Community. Family. Education. We are returning to our original mission of providing a full array of services that will strengthen families, promote economic self-sufficiency and develop a strong sense of community. Join us today. Get Involved   Avalon Carver works to care for the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of individuals and families through education, community outreach, and empowerment. Learn More Future Campus We are working towards building a brand new campus with our collaborators. We want to extend our reach and resources for our community and build a welcoming environment for all. The best part, is you can help! Donate today to help us move towards our goal. Donate Our Community #AvalonCarver 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Donate — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Invest in the future of your community Help fund the education and betterment of the children and families in our community. Your donation will go towards the growth of our programs and activities, as well as the building of our future campus. Donate today. Melvin and Bobbie Mitchell Scholarship Fund Join Us in Making a Difference (Select your option below) Melvin and Bobbie Mitchell Scholarship Fund Avalon-Carver Programs $30.00 $60.00 $90.00 $120.00 Custom Amount Please enter an amount $ One-Time Donation Weekly Donation Monthly Donation Donate Today Donate Today Custom Amount Please enter an amount $ One-Time Donation 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Our Mission — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. 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Since 1940, Avalon Carver in South Los Angeles has been a place for people from diverse backgrounds to join together in one space and work to make their community thrive. Built on the vision of community leader Mary B. Henry, it has strived to become a place of growth, unity, family, and positive change for South Los Angeles. It has grown to become a centerpiece of the diverse community fabric of the neighborhood. Throughout the years, Avalon Carver has met the needs of its growing and ever-changing community. Through hard times and good, through struggles and triumphs, bringing up inspiring community leaders and strengthening families. Avalon Carter is now stepping in to the next chapter of our story, keeping an eye towards the future of our community through a refresh of our space, an expansion of our services, and a progressive take on the education of the community. Join us in building a strong community together.   4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] General 1 — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Our Partners Partnership and Collaboration are at the core of every fiber within the community at Avalon-Carver Community Center. We would like to thank all those who contribute financially and in-kind to ensure our community continues to flourish. To our partners, we thank you for helping us care for the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of individuals and families through education, community outreach, and empowerment. Code Ninjas Joseph Drown Boston Scientific Youth Build Charter School Beach City E Sports City of Los Angeles Los Angeles County Department of Public Health 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Our Team — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. 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Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Our Team Jamico Elder Executive Director Jamico Elder was born and raised in Watts during the crack epidemic that ravaged South Los Angeles. Although Jamico had given up on life and had repeated two grades in school, he was fortunate to have a supportive family and the opportunity to participate in mentorship programs for young men. Under the guidance of First African Methodist Episcopal leaders and Angel City Links Achievers Inc. mentors he found that when he did not believe in himself, others did! Without mentorship, Jamico would have fallen into the violence that continues to plague South Los Angeles. He excelled academically, graduating Summa cum laude earning degrees from Tuskegee University and Harvard University. During his stay at Harvard Jamico launched his life-long campaign of educating youth in Bedford Stuyvesant and Roxbury. He returned to Watts and became a teacher at Markham Middle School and Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. He has for the past two decades developed after-school and mentoring programs for young people from infancy to college. As Jamico would say, “from the cradle to the calculus.” He went on to bring a STEM education program to students across LAUSD. Due to his efforts, partnering schools have seen dramatic increases in students’ math and science scores.  In 2016, he became the Executive Director of Avalon Carver Community Center. Under his leadership, the organization has doubled its size and expanded programs to include an on-site YouthBuild High School, 150-bed transitional age youth shelter,  prevention and education programs reaching vulnerable youth across Los Angeles County. He is currently working with Microsoft and a host of local nonprofits to ensure that inner city youth have access to literacy, coding, and STEM inspired learning opportunities. Jamico is committed to ensuring that youth growing up in South Los Angeles have the same opportunities he did. Albert Brady Director of Services Albert became the Director of Services in 2016. He received his MaSC from Columbia University in Applied Physiology with a specialization in Kinesiology; also studying Post-Baccalaureate and Biotechnology at Harvard University; and earning his BA in Kinesiology/ Sports Medicine and Studies from Morehouse College. Albert is a Community Ecosystem builder, J.E.D.I, Social Responsibility and S.T.E.M. Equity Professional committed to the facilitation and brokering of partnerships between corporate and civic organizations, promoting equity, education, innovation, and digital equity that strengthens social relationships and increases diversity within the technological ecosystems of the United States. Albert believes that in order to meet the growing Technology and S.T.E.M needs of today’s youth, the center must focus on delivering its competencies which include a wholistic approach, and S.T.E.M education, intervention, and crisis response services, mental toughness and resiliency. At the same, it is just as important to partner with other agencies and resources, ultimately casting a wider safety net in the community and nationwide. Christopher Erwin Director of Programs & Director of Mary B. Henry Youthbuild Academy Christopher Erwin is the Avalon-Carver Community Center Program Director and the Director of Mary B. Henry YouthBuild Academy. He is responsible for providing programmatic oversight of all Avalon Carver programs while simultaneously ensuring the implementation of impactful initiatives designed to improve services for the community.  Additionally, Mr. Erwin is responsible for managing multiple agency projects.  He is known for consistently demonstrating the flexibility, compassion, and empathy required to inspire and motivate an increasingly diverse population of transitional age youth. Mr. Erwin has over 20 years of experience teaching and mentoring at risk youth in some of the most difficult schools in South Central.   Mr. Erwin has both Bachelor of English/ History degrees from Prairie View A&M in Texas. He studied Rhetoric and Composition at Tarleton State University wherein he began teaching and worked to provide online support for the Texas A&M University Writing Center.  Christopher received a Masters of Art in Education from Pepperdine University and obtained his Administration Credential from California State University, Dominguez Hills. In the twenty years that he worked for Los Angeles Unified School District Mr. Erwin served as both a classroom teacher and an administrator.  Martha Nelson Director of HR Ms. Martha has proudly served as Director of Human Resources Departments for over 25 years. As the most seasoned member of our staff, her infinite wisdom and gentle way have warmed the hearts of many.  Her commitment to the Avalon-Carver community has allowed her to successfully run the DUI Program, state audits and a host of other duties as needed since 1980. The Avalon-Carver family will be forever grateful for her selfless acts of generosity over the years.    Deacon Douglass Johnson, Sr., M.A. Prevention Specialist Deacon Douglass Johnson, SR. M.A. (Deacon/Educator/Writer/Speaker/Preacher) . He is a Prevention Specialist at the Avalon Carver Community Center. He currently holds a master's degree in Pastoral Theology from Loyola Marymount University. He has taught at the elementary, middle and high school levels for over fifteen years. As an educator, he has developed campus youth and young adult ministries, facilitated youth gang and delinquency intervention programs and mentored/counseled at-risk youth. Some of this resulted in the inspiration for him co-authoring the children’s book, Zhakanaka, the Word ) , with his wife, Sheree Brown and colleague Pixote Hunt . Deacon Doug is, a much sought after motivational and spiritual speaker and is a permanent deacon for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.  While assigned to his home parish; Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Los Angeles he is committed to bringing all people together and building up the body of Christ by collaborating with other ministries. Kimberly Brock Prevention Manager Kimberly A. Morrow serves as the Program Coordinator at Avalon Carver, bringing nearly three decades of experience in education, youth advocacy, and community empowerment. A graduate of HBCU Morris Brown College and Harvard Graduate School of Education, Kimberly is deeply committed to equipping Black parents and students with the knowledge and resources needed to thrive. In her role at Avalon Carver, Kimberly leverages her expertise in education, curriculum development, and community engagement to create impactful programs that support families and prevent substance use among youth. She believes that empowering families through education and storytelling is key to fostering resilience and building stronger communities. Alma Duarte DUI Counselor Ms. Alma Duarte began has been with Avalon- Carver Community Center since January of 2001. At that time, she serviced clients by becoming the bi-lingual voice of the DUI intake process, and the service representative fo MBHA Youthbuild — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. 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When you have obtained all documents or have any questions or concerns, feel free call or text so we can schedule a drop off date.   New Student Enrollment Application for Adults(18+) New Student Enrollment Application for (Minors) Returning Student Enrollment Application For more information: Location : 4920 S. Avalon Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone : (323) 750-7035 Fax (213) 797-5923 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Prevention Education — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. 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Our program uses two innovative and evidence-based curriculums, Winners Sanokfa and Botvin Life Skills, to provide comprehensive lessons and discussions on various topics like self-esteem development, cultural awareness, decision-making skills, validation, values clarification, and leadership. Our ultimate goal is to help young people make positive decisions around engaging in any type of substance, including marijuana, alcohol, and prescription drugs, throughout the year. We aim to make our program easily accessible for our participants by hosting it on several school sites around South Los Angeles. Along with classroom sessions, we also offer a range of services, including parent workshops, community gatherings, and afterschool services Monday through Thursday. Our comprehensive approach helps young people understand the role of validation, the importance of values clarification, and the significance of leadership in making healthy decisions. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Services — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Our Programs Education We are building new spaces and services, housed in a welcoming, safe environment in order to better educate our community. Through our STEM program, GED classes, learning centers and more, we hope to provide free resources to educate and strengthen. Community We have a long history of service to South Los Angeles, going back over 60 years. We take pride in being a trusted and respected member of the community and a part of its rich history of community leaders. Rehabilitation We have taken steps to support a vulnerable population through programs that strengthen educational opportunities, employment, housing options and personal and community relationships. We want to build on our existing services with new housing for those in need and better tools to educate. Program Showcase   Be the Healing by Dr. Joy DeGruy Avalon-Carver has partnered with Dr. Joy DeGruy—renowned researcher, psychologist, social worker, and author of “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing”—since 2015. Our partnership has included collaborations around education and teacher trainings, parent education workshops, and rites of passage facilitator trainings. DeGruy’s research has been pivotal in helping African American communities build protective factors that cultivate positive attitudes, values, and beliefs, strengthen social supports, and nurture mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health needs. Her wisdom and understanding of the unique needs of African American communities is invaluable! We look forward to our continued collaborations as we build our capacity to liberate, unify, and heal our community together. Below are some images from one of our recent collaborations with Dr. Joy DeGruy Dr. Degruy Facilitating our Be the Healing: Education Reparations panel for High School students throughout LAUSD. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Driving Under The Influence — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Driving Under the Influence  Our Driving Under the Influence (DUI) program is designed to achieve two primary objectives. Firstly, it aims to reduce the number of repeat DUI offenses by providing a state-licensed program that educates participants on the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs. Secondly, it provides an opportunity for participants to address any issues related to their alcohol and/or drug use. This program is designed to help individuals overcome their struggles with substance abuse and prevent future DUI offenses. Our goal is to create a safer community by promoting responsible driving and addressing the root causes of DUI offenses. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Nutrition — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Nutrition We aim to foster community resilience and healing by building networks and coalitions that include social services, behavioral health, community organizations, educational institutions, businesses and faith-based stakeholders that engage at-risk families with the necessary resources and support to help them face everyday challenges. One of the many challenges our families and community members face is food insecurity caused my political, social and economic factors. When people don't have enough to eat and don't know where their next meal will come from it adds an additional layer of disparities to vulnerable populations. Through our USDA federally funded nutrition program, we provide a wide variety of diverse free lunches and snacks in high need areas of South Los Angeles. Our program targets children and youth 18 and under during the school year and in the summer. Impacting our community and tackling health and well-being matters. We take pride in serving over 100,000 meals annually. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Mobile STEM Labs — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Avalon Carver’s Mobile STEM Labs (MSL) is committed to educational reform that invests in experiential STEM learning opportunities for under-resourced communities.  To that end, we are dedicated to helping LAUSD achieve educational equity for all its students, but especially for those who are underrepresented in STEM careers. Our goal is to build a strong, diverse, and socially conscious tech workforce by leveling the playing field by delivering high quality STEM education for Black and Latinx students. We envision a world where every student, regardless of their zip code, can participate and thrive in a digital and global economy. MSL is a hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) program geared towards positively impacting the lives of marginalized student in underserved communities. Mobile STEM Labs works to strengthen the STEM skills of participants and provides exposure to STEM careers through fun and engaging curriculum. The instructors are culturally diverse individuals with STEM backgrounds. The curriculum is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards to support the California Science Test (CAST) Preparation and Common Core standards to enhance English Language Arts skills through the use of Science terminology. Students are introduced to concepts in Life Science, Earth and Space Science, Engineering, Technology and Physical Science. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Our Mission — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. 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Since 1940, Avalon Carver in South Los Angeles has been a place for people from diverse backgrounds to join together in one space and work to make their community thrive. Built on the vision of community leader Mary B. Henry, it has strived to become a place of growth, unity, family, and positive change for South Los Angeles. It has grown to become a centerpiece of the diverse community fabric of the neighborhood. Throughout the years, Avalon Carver has met the needs of its growing and ever-changing community. Through hard times and good, through struggles and triumphs, bringing up inspiring community leaders and strengthening families. Avalon Carter is now stepping in to the next chapter of our story, keeping an eye towards the future of our community through a refresh of our space, an expansion of our services, and a progressive take on the education of the community. Join us in building a strong community together.   4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Donate — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Invest in the future of your community Help fund the education and betterment of the children and families in our community. Your donation will go towards the growth of our programs and activities, as well as the building of our future campus. Donate today. Melvin and Bobbie Mitchell Scholarship Fund Join Us in Making a Difference (Select your option below) Melvin and Bobbie Mitchell Scholarship Fund Avalon-Carver Programs $30.00 $60.00 $90.00 $120.00 Custom Amount Please enter an amount $ One-Time Donation Weekly Donation Monthly Donation Donate Today Donate Today Custom Amount Please enter an amount $ One-Time Donation 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Get Involved — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Get Involved We always need volunteers to assist with a wide variety of needs and skillsets. Teachers for our kids. Assistance with building programs for our community. Helping feed and clothe the homeless. Working with local families and the elderly. Contact us today and find out how you can become a part of our team.   4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Services — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Our Programs Education We are building new spaces and services, housed in a welcoming, safe environment in order to better educate our community. Through our STEM program, GED classes, learning centers and more, we hope to provide free resources to educate and strengthen. Community We have a long history of service to South Los Angeles, going back over 60 years. We take pride in being a trusted and respected member of the community and a part of its rich history of community leaders. Rehabilitation We have taken steps to support a vulnerable population through programs that strengthen educational opportunities, employment, housing options and personal and community relationships. We want to build on our existing services with new housing for those in need and better tools to educate. Program Showcase   Be the Healing by Dr. Joy DeGruy Avalon-Carver has partnered with Dr. Joy DeGruy—renowned researcher, psychologist, social worker, and author of “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America’s Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing”—since 2015. Our partnership has included collaborations around education and teacher trainings, parent education workshops, and rites of passage facilitator trainings. DeGruy’s research has been pivotal in helping African American communities build protective factors that cultivate positive attitudes, values, and beliefs, strengthen social supports, and nurture mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health needs. Her wisdom and understanding of the unique needs of African American communities is invaluable! We look forward to our continued collaborations as we build our capacity to liberate, unify, and heal our community together. Below are some images from one of our recent collaborations with Dr. Joy DeGruy Dr. Degruy Facilitating our Be the Healing: Education Reparations panel for High School students throughout LAUSD. 4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected] Our Mission — Avalon Carver 0 Skip to Content Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home About Us Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Programs Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Open Menu Close Menu Home Folder: About Us Back Our Mission Our Team Our Partners Folder: Programs Back Overview Youth Build: Mary B. Henry Academy Mobile STEM Labs Prevention Education STEM-Liner: The future of Aviation Nutrition Driving Under The Influence Get Involved Donate Our Mission Avalon Carver works to care for the physical, mental and spiritual needs of individuals and families through education, community outreach and empowerment. Since 1940, Avalon Carver in South Los Angeles has been a place for people from diverse backgrounds to join together in one space and work to make their community thrive. Built on the vision of community leader Mary B. Henry, it has strived to become a place of growth, unity, family, and positive change for South Los Angeles. It has grown to become a centerpiece of the diverse community fabric of the neighborhood. Throughout the years, Avalon Carver has met the needs of its growing and ever-changing community. Through hard times and good, through struggles and triumphs, bringing up inspiring community leaders and strengthening families. Avalon Carter is now stepping in to the next chapter of our story, keeping an eye towards the future of our community through a refresh of our space, an expansion of our services, and a progressive take on the education of the community. Join us in building a strong community together.   4920 S Avalon Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90011 Phone: (323) 232-4391     [email protected]