Surv'd Spothight
Neighborhood survants couldn’t accomplish what we do without the support from the community we serve and the organizations we partner with. This is our way of expressing our appreciation for the work they do.
ALTAGETHER
Altagether for your commitment to bringing neighbors together and strengthening communities through the Neighbors Helping Neighbors movement. Your dedication to connection, service, and supporting residents demonstrates the power of what can happen when people unite around a common purpose.
Altagether is a community-driven organization focused on helping neighbors stay informed, connected, and supported. Through grassroots leadership, volunteer engagement, and community partnerships, they work to ensure residents have access to resources and opportunities that help neighborhoods thrive.
We are grateful for organizations like Altagether that remind us that strong communities are built through collaboration, compassion, and neighbors helping neighbors. ❤️
Antoinette “Toni” Raines and Altadena Talks
Antoinette “Toni” Raines
Director of Community Engagement – Community advocate and policy leader
Toni Raines is a systems consultant and community advocate known for breaking down complex information and helping people take action.
A lifelong Altadena resident and US Air Force veteran, she has played a key role in local recovery efforts following the Eaton Fire in 2025, supporting clean-up, response, and rebuilding work across the community.
She is also a volunteer with Team Rubicon and a selected participant in the After the Fire Summit 2025, recognized for her leadership in disaster recovery and community engagement.
WHy we give
Why We Give is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing health equity by providing CARE hygiene kits, community health education, and wellness-centered workshops that restore dignity, confidence, and access to care. From Los Angeles to growing international partnerships, they mobilize kindness into action through youth and adult education, employee wellness programs, corporate volunteer experiences, disaster recovery support, and community outreach.
At the heart of their mission is simple impact: creating CARE kits for individuals in need and turning compassion into direct action—one kit, one person, one community at a time.
✨ Thank you, Why We Give Project, for partnering with Neighborhood Survants and helping us build a wellness experience rooted in dignity, care, and collective support
Dayone
Day One and their continued commitment to building healthier, stronger, and more connected communities.
For over 30 years, Day One has worked to support public health, youth empowerment, family wellness, and positive community change through outreach, education, advocacy, and engagement.
✨ Thank you, Day One, for supporting community wellness and helping create meaningful impact through care, collaboration, and service.
Morning Crane
Co-owned by founder and Qigong Master Chris Shelton and Parisa Shelton, Morning Crane is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities with practical, natural tools that support mental health and overall wellbeing. Through private sessions, group classes, workplace wellness programs, and instructor training, their work centers on helping people reconnect with balance through mindful movement and healing practices.
At our Wellness Surv event, Morning Crane will be guiding the community through Yoga and Tai Chi sessions, creating space to slow down, breathe deeply, and restore both mind and body.
✨ Thank You
Thank you, Morning Crane, for partnering with Neighborhood Survants and sharing your knowledge, energy, and healing practices with our community. We are grateful to have you help us create a space rooted in wellness, care, and collective healing
Pasadena Community Foundation.
Since 1953, Pasadena Community Foundation has worked to strengthen communities by connecting donors with local needs, supporting nonprofit organizations, and investing in opportunities that create lasting impact. Through strategic philanthropy, grants, and scholarships, PCF uplifts organizations and helps individuals pursue education, creativity, and community growth.
Their Grants & Scholarships programs focus on expanding opportunity — providing vital funding to local initiatives while supporting students and future leaders across the region. Their commitment to generosity, trust, and community wellbeing continues to shape a stronger future for all.
✨ Thank You
Neighborhood Survants is grateful for the support of Pasadena Community Foundation. Thank you for believing in our mission, supporting community-centered programming, and being a powerful resource that helps creative spaces, conversations, and people thrive.
Why Not foundation
The Why Not Foundation has consistently shown up for the community by supporting youth empowerment, outreach initiatives, and creating safe spaces where people feel seen, supported, and encouraged to grow. Through past collaborations like our Takeover events, they have helped us expand our impact, bring resources directly to the neighborhood, and create meaningful moments of connection and opportunity
Thank you, Why Not Foundation, for continuing to serve alongside Neighborhood Survants and helping us build stronger, healthier communities together.
Citlali Moreno and Brigitt Montes
Meet Citlali Moreno and Brigitt Montes are amazing volunteers who show up every week with dedication, positivity, and a strong work ethic 💛
They spend hours restocking and keeping our store welcoming and organized, always going the extra mile and holding high standards for our survivors.
Their kindness, reliability, and hardworking attitude truly make a difference.
We’re so grateful to have them on our team!
Jocelyn mata
We're shining a light on Jocelyn this week for Volunteer Appreciation Month! Since joining us at the Dena backpack event nearly a year ago, Jocelyn has been a beacon of hope and positivity. Her willingness to help and infectious spirit make her an incredible asset to our team. Thanks for all you do, Jocelyn!
Mimi
Meet Mimi ⭐
Rain or shine, she shows up week after week ready to help. She’s often one of the first to arrive at the warehouse and one of the last to leave, always with a positive attitude.
This year, Mimi also helped put together over 300 Easter baskets, making a real difference for so many families.
We’re excited to celebrate Mimi this month and grateful for the energy, kindness, and consistency she brings to the team. Thanks for everything you do, Mimi.
Leave in the comments your nominations for the next person you believe needs to be recognized!
Ms. Bev (Beverly Bogar)
Ms. Bev (Beverly Bogar): An absolute icon and true community leader, Ms. Bev has been with Neighborhood Survants since day one. Her passion and unwavering dedication to our youth continues to inspire and drive our mission forward, empowering tomorrow’s difference makers every single day. We are beyond grateful for her leadership, her heart, and her legacy of service.
Katherine peoples
Katherine Peoples and the HPP Cares Team continue to show up for our community in powerful and consistent ways. Through Katherine’s leadership, HPP Cares has become a driving force of compassion and action, meeting families where they are, providing critical support, and reminding our community what it looks like to lead with both heart and purpose. Their commitment to service continues to uplift and inspire us all.
Lola mcfadden : love tap
Lola McFadden, founder of Love Tap, is a visionary interior designer whose creativity brings more than beauty, it brings healing. Through her support of Neighborhood Survants, she has transformed houses into homes for families starting over, restoring comfort and a sense of normalcy when it’s needed mos
Valinda Bowens
Dr. Valinda Bowens is truly a jack of all trades. Her passion for survice goes far beyond her professional career and shines through in her tireless community activism. Her insight, leadership, and heart for people make her an invaluable member of the Neighborhood Survants board, and we’re grateful to have her on this journey with us.
Cathey Crawford
Meet Catherine “Cathy” Crawford, lovingly known as “Grams.” An instrumental pillar of Neighborhood Survants, her energy, passion, and love for community spans decades. She leads with heart, survs with humility, and continues to help shape the culture of compassion that defines who we are.
Krystal Lopez
This week we’re celebrating Krystal “Miss Juicy Little” Lopez, CEO of Juicy Little Society 💕
Krystal is a powerful force in our community, ensuring no family goes without meals while empowering young girls to rise as confident leaders and change-makers. Her work goes beyond provision; she’s building purpose, restoring hope, and creating a lasting impact.
Krystal, thank you for your survant heart and unwavering dedication to uplifting others. Our community is stronger because of you.
And we’d also like to wish you a very Happy Early Birthday! 🎉 May this next year bring continued growth, favor, and joy.
Pastor Kerwin and First Lady Madelyn
we’re honored to highlight Pastor Kerwin and First Lady Madelyn Manning of @pasadenachurch.nolimits
Their leadership extends far beyond the church walls. Through constant prayer, steady guidance, answered phone calls, and genuine friendship, they’ve made a lasting impact on Neighborhood Survants and the entire community
B.P Edwards
Director & Producer B.P. Edwards for his incredible work and leadership in telling stories that matter.
Congratulations on the success of “When The Sky Turned Orange”, a powerful film that captured the impact of the Eaton fires on our community with honesty, depth, and heart. Through his creative lens, B.P. didn’t just document an event… he preserved emotion, resilience, and the strength of a community coming together.
Storytelling is leadership! B.P. has used his platform to ensure our voices, our struggles, and our hope are seen and remembered.
Thank you for helping us share our story. Thank you for standing with the community. And thank you for reminding us that even when the sky turns orange, light still breaks through.
Brandon LAmar
We are honored to highlight Brandon Lamar, Founder of Project Passion and NAACP Pasadena President. Rooted in Altadena, Brandon’s intellect, leadership, and deep passion for community have made him a powerful and recognizable force in the ongoing effort to restore and uplift Altadena. We’re grateful for his commitment, his voice, and the impact he continues to make.