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Regional Recovery Hubs

Location
San Gabriel Valley
Project Category
Health and Wellness
Status
Ongoing

The Regional Recovery Hubs initiative establishes a vibrant network of diverse community organizations, all united in a mission to uplift and enhance community resilience.

The Recovery Hubs project fortifies non-profit capacity, offering a coordinated response to the trials brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, it stands as a steadfast guide, steering short and long-term recovery efforts. The harmonious interaction within this project emphasizes the significance of collaboration and shared purpose in constructing a robust, healthier, and vibrant community.

Current San Gabriel Valley (SGV) Community Council Member Organizations:

Nature For All: An alliance dedicated to building a diverse base of support for ensuring that everyone in the Los Angeles area—no matter where they live—has access to nature and its benefits.

Sustainable Claremont: A team that is driving towards a sustainable future for Claremont through education, community mobilization, and collaboration.

Day One: An entity focused on creating a healthier community through policy advocacy, promotion of public health, and provision of prevention education.

APIFM (Asian Pacific Islander Forward Movement): An organization dedicated to environmental justice, promoting healthy food, and advocating for active transportation in Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

Asian Youth Center: A center that empowers low-income, immigrant, and at-risk youth through leadership, education, and social services.

Avocado Heights Vaquer@s: A group working diligently to preserve and promote the equestrian culture and natural resources of Avocado Heights.

The People's Resource Center: A community-oriented center committed to supporting individuals, families, and communities in their journeys towards healing, justice, and collective liberation.

As this initiative progresses, it continually induces positive change, cultivating an environment centered on inclusivity, empathy, and cooperation. The collective goal is to construct a resilient community, ensuring a more secure and prosperous future for all.

Upcoming Events

El Monte & South El Monte Youth Public Transit Tour: Griffith Observatory

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Sep 13, 2026
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8:00 am
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3:30 pm
3357 Santa Anita Ave
El Monte and South El Monte youth ages 12 to 26 are invited to spend the day exploring Los Angeles by public transit. We’ll start at the El Monte Bus Station, travel together to Griffith Observatory, explore the area, enjoy a short hike and lunch, then make our way back to El Monte.

Upcoming Events

Learn to Bike Class in El Monte - Beginner Friendly!

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Sep 13, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Want to learn how to ride a bike? Now is your chance!

Bike Rodeo and Bike Skills Course in El Monte

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Sep 20, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Get ready to pedal your way through a fun-filled day of bike obstacle courses!

Intermediate Community Bike Ride: Visit the Santa Fe Dam Nature Center!

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Sep 27, 2026
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8:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Join ActiveSGV for an intermediate community bike ride that starts and ends at the Jeff Seymour Family Center!

Upcoming Events

Community members browse and select fresh vegetables at an outdoor crop swap table at Jeff Seymour Family Center.

Crop Swap at Jeff Seymour Family Center

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Sep 12, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:00 am
10900 Mulhall St, El Monte, CA 91731
Join us on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 9:00–11:00 am at 10900 Mulhall St, El Monte. Bring homegrown produce, seeds, or plants to share and take home something new. No garden needed. Everyone is welcome.
Community members examine fresh herbs and produce laid out on a table at an outdoor crop swap at Lopez Urban Farm in Pomona.

Crop Swap at Lopez Urban Farm

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Sep 30, 2026
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5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
1034 W Mission Blvd, Pomona, CA 91766
Join us on the last Wednesday of every month from 5:00–7:00 pm at 1034 W Mission Blvd, Pomona. Bring homegrown produce, seeds, or plants to share and take home something new. No garden needed. Everyone is welcome.
Community members browse and select fresh vegetables at an outdoor crop swap table at Jeff Seymour Family Center.

Crop Swap at Jeff Seymour Family Center

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Oct 10, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:00 am
10900 Mulhall St, El Monte, CA 91731
Join us on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 9:00–11:00 am at 10900 Mulhall St, El Monte. Bring homegrown produce, seeds, or plants to share and take home something new. No garden needed. Everyone is welcome.

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Rain Garden Volunteer Day in South El Monte

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Sep 13, 2026
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7:30 am
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11:30 am
11518 Farndon Street El Monte, CA 91733
Together we’ll be transforming a residential garden into a water-saving, habitat-rich ecosystem — and you’ll learn practical skills you can use at home.

Rain Garden Volunteer Day in South El Monte

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Sep 19, 2026
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7:30 am
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11:30 am
11518 Farndon Street El Monte, CA 91733
Together we’ll be transforming a residential garden into a water-saving, habitat-rich ecosystem — and you’ll learn practical skills you can use at home.

Alhambra Rain Gardens Walking Tour

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Sep 24, 2026
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5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
901 South 1st Street Alhambra, CA 91801
Join us for a late-afternoon walking tour through three recently completed residential rain-capture gardens.

Upcoming Easy Access Events

Stay tuned for more upcoming events!