Resources worth discovering

San Fernando Valley nonprofit educating Southern Californians about native plants through nurseries, classes, gardens, tours, conservation and public resources.

Policy institute producing research and analysis on the economy, climate, healthcare, democracy and national security, describing itself as an independent, nonpartisan advocate for "bold, progressive ideas."

Free, confidential small-business mentoring and workshops for entrepreneurs across LA County, delivered by a network of former business owners and executives.

Free referral hub connecting LA County residents to health, human and social services, with over 29 million calls answered since 1981.

Civic tech nonprofit founded 2009 partnering with government at all levels to build digital tools, change policy and modernize public benefit programs.

Leading nonprofit defending civil liberties in the digital world since 1990 — user privacy, free expression and innovation through litigation, policy analysis and technology.