Ready for a Fresh Start?
Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE) helps San Fernando Valley residents overcome barriers and take the next step forward. Whether you are looking for education, job training, mental health support, housing, or help navigating life’s challenges, we are here to walk with you.
OUR MISSION + VISION
MISSION: ACE’s mission is to equip San Fernando Valley residents impacted by poverty and systemic barriers by providing education, workforce development, housing, behavioral health, violence intervention/prevention, supportive services, and advocacy—to build resilience, achieve stability, and strengthen communities.
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VISION: We aspire to transform the San Fernando Valley into a region where everyone is equipped to overcome systemic barriers, thrive, and contribute to a future that redefines what is possible for generations to come.
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OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER
Alliance for Community Empowerment (ACE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved communities in the San Fernando Valley. ACE offers education, workforce development, gang intervention, prevention, and comprehensive support services for marginalized individuals and families.
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Since its founding in 2013, ACE has helped thousands overcome challenges by addressing the critical issues affecting low-income communities.
ACE’s core programs include RUTH YouthBuild, GRYD, SECTOR, Community Violence Intervention, and Parenting.
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We believe that when people are equipped with the right tools, positive role models, and opportunities, they can transform their lives and strengthen their communities.
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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
RUTH YOUTHBUILD
RUTH YouthBuild is a leadership development program offering a high school education, job training, and community service, empowering participants with personal growth and career readiness.​
COMMUNITY VIOLENCE INTERVENTION
ACE’s Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Program connects resources directly to the communities and individuals most affected by violence. CVI provides crisis response, mediation, and support services to individuals ages 15-25 to build safer, more resilient neighborhoods.
SECTOR
Our SECTOR program, which stands for Skills and Experiences for the Careers of Tomorrow, provides reentry services, education, workforce development, support services, and job placement for individuals impacted by the justice system.​
PARENTING
ACE’s multi-lingual Parenting Program supports parents and caregivers of all ages with trauma-informed resources. This program equips families with tools for their children’s healthy development and helps parents navigate their parenting journey confidently.​
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT ZONE (YEZ)
Our YEZ program supports youth ages 10-15 with mentorship and community activities. Participants develop social and emotional skills to face challenges and reduce gang involvement.​
DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
ACE's Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) provides mental health services tailored for individuals ages 10 and over. Through therapy and resilience-focused workshops, DBH empowers our participants to achieve emotional well-being.​
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 participants 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 our participants for success and giving back to their communities.
“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