Alexandria House - Los Angeles, California

Mariam I.

I recently did a “spring cleaning” and had a lot of clothes in excellent condition (some with tags) that were too big on me and kids clothing that my children wore a few times and outgrew. There were also some worn shoes, kids toys and books. I called around and confirmed that this place is currently accepting used donations. When we got there the lady took a glance at the box of shoes and said she couldn’t accept anything because of the condition. Admittedly the shoes were not super clean (since they’re shoes) but the clothing was all washed and in excellent condition. She didn’t bother looking thoroughly and rejected everything. We spent a lot of time coordinating this effort and going to DTLA from Marina del Rey only. It’s incredibly frustrating since some of the people there would’ve gotten a real wardrobe upgrade from the condition of clothing they had on. We found another nearby shelter that happily accepted everything, so all was not lost, but I wanted to share this unfortunate experience.

Edgar I. C.

Have no idea why I was here for ?

Sergio A. R.

I recently move here they said they will help me in some ways. It is like any scam institution as I'm reading people donate because Alexandria house tell the people they help people in need. The true is otherwise. Our family needed help to relocate and they can loan money to people in need, I contact them but they did not reach out. Fortunate I am a working descent person I can manage to keep on going. If you ever need help keep praying and work hard do not wait around for any institution like this one they wont release the money people donate for the benefit of people in need. If you donate probably the help never reach to people in need. That is my experience.
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The response is mislead to make you believed they won't gives loans. They do, the person who grands them told me they do.( I do not wamt to give names away) Obviously by their response they do not delivered the help to the people in need. Also it is just a loan without interest that the person who asked have to pay back anyways it is not like they give money away.
They knew my situation they promised to contact me on a certain date. The people are Israelites who collected donation and I guess they kept them to themselves
Watch out who you support. That all I can say. The social help was not in anyway to help the people in need
Again is my experience all I want the people to know If needed help keep praying and keep working hard there is someone out there that will help NOT this institution. If you donated please make sure you donate to institution that care for people in need. I had donated in the past thinking that one day I will need help and now that I'm in need I can see that NOT all the institution out there are for the benefit of the needy one. Fortunate I found this institution that open my eyes to see the truth
Truth will set you free

Henry M.

I work for a nonprofit and needed information. Although the staff member Italia, who answered the phone at Alexandria House was obviously multi tasking times 100, She remained calm, listened intently to my questions and gave very detailed assistance and sound advice. Her name is Italia. Italia had amazing knowledge. She had customer skills that are too often a thing of the past. The world could use more Italias.

Thank you
I T A L I A
for your kindness and concern.

TERE/TABIA S.

It was truly an Honor to "play" Ms. Clause today @ the Alexandria House Holiday gathering.

Mo'nique R. W.

Ilived here for about a year.
I call it a place of magic... It really feel that Way.

Judy is literally an Angel.
Support Alexandria House!!!!

Adam L.

Alexandria House employs the housing and support method to counter homelessness, which makes sense. Many well-intentioned organizations trying to help with homelessness provide food and other support without providing housing. With housing, people can be safe, seek employment, and contribute back to the economy in jobs and housing while simultaneously not depending on welfare. Many job applications require a home address, which is not possible if you don't have a home. This is definitely an organization of interest in the fight against economic hardship, inequality, and homelessness

Evans V.

It good nice workers it change my
Life now a call it magic