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In the early hours of the morning, on Wednesday, January 8th, a simple yet extraordinary act of kindness unfolded during the Eaton Fire. Two clients, recently housed above Washington Boulevard through the hard work of Friends In Deed’s Street Outreach and Housing team, were awoken by an urgent knock on their door. Their landlord, a […]

Lana and her husband’s story is one of connection, giving, and a heartfelt return to Pasadena. Years ago, her husband ran a podcast, donating its proceeds to different charities each month. When they moved back to Pasadena from Minneapolis, Friends In Deed stood out among the many nonprofits recommended to them. A meeting with Rabbi

Stacey McCarroll, Director of Eviction Prevention and Rental Assistance shares her story: I spent an afternoon with our EPRA volunteer, Emily, who lost her home in Altadena. She has been staying in a hotel in Glendale, very close to my home. I invited her to do a load of laundry (I borrowed the idea from

When Tish Inong joined Friends In Deed nearly three years ago, she stepped into a role that was, in her words, “a blank canvas.” Today, as the Director of Street Outreach and Housing, she has transformed that canvas into a thriving program that supports some of Pasadena’s most vulnerable residents. Tish oversees a dynamic team

Upon retiring ten years ago, Dena was looking for a way to give back when she discovered Friends In Deed. After reaching out to several local organizations, it was Tim, the Director of the Food Pantry, who responded first. “Come on in!” he said. From the moment she stepped through the doors, Dena felt at

In the heart of Pasadena, Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery has become a beloved neighborhood gem. Co-owners Thomas Kalb, Executive Chef, and Vanessa Tilaka Kalb, Head Cheesemonger, have poured their passion into not only creating incredible food but also fostering a deep connection with the community they call home. Thomas’s familiarity with Friends In Deed began