TLC relies on your donations
Please help students in need in your community.
TLC relies exclusively on charitable contributions and grants from foundations. We encourage you to donate at any time to support our cause. Your donations are tax-deductible and will make a real difference in meeting the critical life needs of DUSD students. Your donation, whether it’s in the form of supplies or monetary help, will make a significant impact on the lives of local families in need. Your kindness and generosity will be deeply appreciated by those who are struggling, and will help to bring hope and support to those who need it most.
How to donate
Mail a tax-deductible check to:
TLC Family Resource Center
13220 Bellflower Blvd.
Downey, CA 90242
You will receive an acknowledgment from Downey Unified with our Tax ID number.
Other ways to donate
- Give the gift of giving by donating in someone’s name.
- Donate household supplies, hygiene products, and other items (see list below).
- DUSD employees can make an automatic donation from a Payroll Voluntary Deduction. Call TLC for more information.
FALL
Back to school supply drive
Help students in need of basic school supplies, backpack & gift cards for new shoes.
WINTER
Adopt a family for the holidays
Help a local family have a special Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday.
SPRING
TLC 5K Race
This is our major annual event to raise donations that support our programs and services. Join us by participating, becoming a sponsor, or both!
Donate the following items any time
In addition to donating money, there is a constant need for school supplies, personal hygiene items, and more. Contact us to verify needed items and arrange a contribution.
These items are always accepted:
To Donate
Call
(562) 904-3577
or email
tlc@dsd.net
Household Supplies
Laundry Detergent (50oz or smaller) • Toilet Paper • Lysol / Cleaning Supplies • Dish Soap
Hygiene Products
Shampoo & Conditioner (Regular Size) • Bar Body Soap • Hand Sanitizer (Travel Size) • Cotton Swabs • Shaving Razors • Shaving Cream (Travel Size) • Lotion (Travel Size) • Hair Brushes • Toothpaste (Regular & Travel Size) • Toothbrushes • Tissue (Travel Size) • Deodorant (Men’s & Women’s) • Sewing Kits (Travel Size) • 1st Aid Kits (Travel Size) • Dental Floss /Floss Sticks • Baby Wipes • Hair Ties • Sunscreen • Mouthwash (Travel Size) • Lip Balm
Other Items
Restaurant gift cards ($10-Subway, fast food, etc…) • Rain Ponchos • Umbrellas
Your donations contribute to:
Mental Health Support
Resources for individual, family, group, and grief counseling
Program Referrals
Connect families to medical, dental, vision and parenting education services
Insurance Enrollment
Application assistance to enroll in health insurance
School Supplies
Free backpacks and school supplies for DUSD students
Everyday
Needs
Assistance with food, clothing, and hygienic items
Homeless Support
Direct families to preventive and diversion programs
I love this center. Everyone is professional, courteous, helpful, and compassionate. My family and I have recently moved to this area and have been to different healthcare facilities. It has been difficult finding someone who listens to your concerns. This is the best one I have found, and I recommend this facility to everyone. Thank you for being professional.