ACE provides Education, Job Training and Intervention programs in the San Fernando Valley
RUTH YouthBuild GRYD SECTOR
GRYD is a city-wide program that works to reduce gang-related crime and violence in our community
GRYD
Job training in the construction industry while earning yourhigh school diploma
RUTH YouthBuild
RUTH YouthBuild
RUTH YouthBuild is a leadership development program that offers a high school education, job training and service to community.
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GRYD
Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) Intervention and Prevention programs provide youth development through community engagement and personal development services in an effort to strengthen the resilience of youth, families, and communities.
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SECTOR
ACE’s SECTOR program provides reentry services, education, workforce development, support services, and job placement for individuals impacted by the justice system.
Read moreOur Mission is to Empower
Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE) is a nonprofit organization that is committed to empowering disadvantaged communities in the San Fernando Valley. ACE provides education, workforce development, gang intervention, prevention and support services for marginalized individuals and families.
Since its inception in 2013, ACE has assisted thousands of individuals overcome barriers by addressing the core issues facing their low-income communities.
ACE’s core programs include: YouthBuild, GRYD, SECTOR and Parenting.
Our fundamental belief is that when people are provided with the right tools, positive role models and opportunity, they can transform their lives and their communities.
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Our Mission & Vision
MISSION: ACE’s mission is to empower marginalized communities by providing education / vocational programming, personal enrichment, and supportive services through collaboration and community action.
VISION: Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE) envisions empowered and thriving communities where barriers have been overcome.
Support Services
We provide all our participants with the supportive services they need; from their first day at ACE, until their graduation from their program and beyond to shape them to be successful in life.
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Testimonials
ACE has helped me gain new skills to allow me to apply them to jobs. I 100% recommend ACE because in a very short time I got 2 certs.
Jonathan Aguilar
ACE has for sure positively impacted my life and is currently helping me figure out what I want to do with my life. I would 100% recommend ACE to others.
Nevi Adriani
Ace has impacted my life by helping me be open to the things I didn't know I needed to work on myself, as well as teaching me not only work ethics but how to handle day to day stress and coping skills. Ace is very helpful because it widened my career path options as well. I would recommend ACE because it has what most of the youth needs, but other places don't offer.
Miguel Milanés
What makes ACE different?
ACE provides programs and services that help people better themselves and their community. We believe that young people can transform themselves and their communities when provided the right support, tools, and role models. With a focus on leadership and community advocacy our students leave ACE ready to tackle the world and to give back to their communities in meaningful ways.
We at ACE believe that all young people can grow not only themselves but also their communities, as long as they have the right support and tools. We offer programs that focus on leadership and giving students a space to have their voice heard regarding issues of justice in the community. This prepares students for success and giving back to their communities.
Our Sponsors
The Alliance for Community Empowerment would not exist without the generous support of our partners. Alumni and students are invited to express their gratitude to our staff and teachers; please send your note of thanks to staff@ace4change.org.
