Toberman Neighborhood Center

What Toberman Neighborhood Center does

Toberman Neighborhood Center, Inc. is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization headquartered at 131 N Grand Ave, San Pedro, California, serving the Harbor Area communities of San Pedro, Wilmington, Harbor Gateway, and Harbor City in Los Angeles County. Founded in 1903 as the Toberman Settlement House and rebranded in 2007 following an $8 million capital campaign that delivered a 36,000-square-foot modern campus, the organization operates a wraparound service platform spanning food assistance (340,000+ lbs distributed annually to 5,000+ households), youth development (College Corner for grades 6-12), family support (FamilySource Center), gang prevention (ages 10-15) and gang intervention (24/7 crisis response), free tax preparation (VITA), immigration resources, a thrift store, and community events. Services are delivered free of charge to community members regardless of immigration status.

The organization's revenue model is a nonprofit mix of individual and corporate donations (via the GiveLively platform and an annual Parade of Trees Gala), foundation grants (Annenberg, Ahmanson, United Way), and government contracts — most notably with the City of Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) and the Community Investment for Families Department. The go-to-market is community-led and referral-driven: services are accessed through walk-in campus visits, scheduled appointments (phone 310-832-1145), mobile outreach (Summer Night Lights at Wilmington and Harbor City Recreation Centers), and partnerships with schools and government agencies. The volunteer program is a significant operational input (1,500+ volunteer hours annually), and a small earned-income stream comes from the Toberman Thrift Store. There is no proprietary technology platform; delivery is human-staff-intensive with 11-50 employees led by CEO Lupe Rivera (appointed May 2022), Chief Program Officer Mariela Luna, and Director of Finance Kelsey Mitchell.

Strategically, Toberman's differentiators are its 122-year community tenure (the "License to Operate" in the Harbor Zone), its bilingual and trauma-informed staff, the lived-experience credibility of its Community Intervention Workers, and the unusual breadth of services consolidated under a single physical campus. The organization faces concentration risk in its government contracts and a small number of major foundation relationships, but its diversified funding stack and deeply embedded community positioning create meaningful barriers to entry for competing service providers in its geography.

Name

Toberman Neighborhood Center

Legal name

Toberman Neighborhood Center, Inc.

Website

https://toberman.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1903

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Toberman Neighborhood Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in San Pedro, California, delivering free wraparound social services — food assistance, youth development, gang prevention/intervention, family case management, tax prep, and immigration support — to 8,000+ Harbor Area residents annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Food Services (62421), Community Housing Services (62422)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Food assistance programs
• Youth development services
• Gang violence prevention
• Family support services

Headquarters

HQ city

San Pedro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Toberman operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies primarily on donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The organization runs fundraising events such as the annual Parade of Trees Gala and accepts donations through its website via GiveLively platform.
2. Grants and Government Funding: Toberman receives grants from government agencies including the City of Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD) and the Community Investment for Families Department. The organization also partners with various foundations for programmatic funding.
3. Thrift Store Revenue: The Toberman Thrift Store sells donated clothing and household items at low costs. Revenue generated from the thrift store goes directly back into community programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Toberman Neighborhood Center operates as a 501(c)(3) social service agency providing a comprehensive suite of free community programs in the Harbor Area of Los Angeles. Its core offerings include a Food Pantry (distributing 340,000+ lbs of food annually), College Corner youth development, FamilySource Center for housing/employment/case management, Community Violence Prevention and Intervention (gang prevention and 24/7 crisis intervention), a Thrift Store, FREE VITA Tax Prep, Immigration Resources, and a year-round calendar of community events. All services are provided free of charge to community members.

Product overview

Toberman Neighborhood Center is a social enterprise nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing a comprehensive suite of community support programs. The organization operates as a unified platform of interconnected services designed to address the multifaceted needs of the Harbor Area community in San Pedro, Los Angeles. Core programs include the Food Pantry (distributing 340,000+ lbs of food annually), College Corner youth development, FamilySource Center for comprehensive family support, Community Violence Prevention (gang prevention for ages 10-15), and Community Violence Intervention (gang intervention with 24/7 crisis response). Additional services include a Thrift Store providing free/low-cost essentials, FREE VITA Tax Prep, Immigration Resources, General Resources hub, Community Events programming, Volunteer opportunities, and the annual Parade of Trees Gala fundraiser. The organization serves over 8,000 individuals annually across all programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• College Corner: Youth development program providing tutoring, educational field trips, college preparation, technology literacy, art club, and basketball/fitness programs for students 6th to 12th grade.
• FamilySource Center
• Food Pantry
• Thrift Store
• FREE VITA Tax Prep

Products and services

• Food Pantry Community food pantry distributing over 340,000 pounds of food annually, serving over 5,000 households with weekly grocery distributions, emergency food support, and nutrition education; provides fresh produce, culturally relevant staples, hygiene kits, and diapers to families facing food insecurity.
• College Corner Youth development program for students in 6th through 12th grade offering tutoring, homework help, educational field trips, resume assistance, technology literacy, art club, basketball and fitness, and seasonal camps during Summer, Winter, and Spring breaks.
• FamilySource Center Comprehensive family support center providing pre-employment and employment services, hotel vouchers, housing assistance, rental and utility aid, GED and ESL programs, after-school programming, computer and financial literacy, and case management.
• Community Violence Prevention (Gang Prevention) Youth violence prevention program for ages 10-15, offering case management, mentoring, individual and family counseling, youth group meetings, educational and recreational outings, safe passage support, and sports programs.
• Community Violence Intervention (Gang Intervention) Gang intervention program with trained Community Intervention Workers providing 24/7 crisis response, conflict mediation, safe passage, case management for over 200 youth, mental health care access, housing assistance, reentry support, employment readiness, victim support, and tattoo removal services.
• Thrift Store Free and low-cost thrift store providing clothing, hygiene products, and household supplies to youth, families, and individuals experiencing hardship; distributes over $15,000 worth of items annually to community members in need, with revenue reinvested in community programs.
• FREE VITA Tax Prep Free tax preparation services offered January through April using IRS-certified volunteers to help individuals and families file taxes and maximize refunds through available tax credits.
• Immigration Resources Immigration support services providing referrals to legal services, Know-Your-Rights workshops, emergency planning, and culturally responsive support for immigrant families in the Harbor Area.
• General Resources Community resource hub providing information about mental health services, food resources, 211 referral services, and other supportive services for Los Angeles County residents.
• Community Events Annual community events including Easter Celebration, Graduation Celebration, Backpack Giveaway and Resource Fair, Harvest Fest, Gene Koester Thanksgiving Feast, and Breakfast with Santa.
• Volunteer Program Volunteer program offering opportunities for community members to contribute to food distribution, youth programming, and administrative support, with onboarding requirements including paperwork, TB test, and live scan fingerprinting for continuous service.
• Parade of Trees Gala Annual fundraising gala held in November featuring silent and live auctions, community celebration, and recognition of community leaders (2024 honoree: Assemblymember Mike Gipson).
• Summer Night Lights Summer evening programming at Wilmington and Harbor City Recreation Centers offering free meals, extended programming, sports leagues, recreation, and community engagement to create safe environments during peak times for gang-related violence.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served over 8,000 individuals annually with critical support including food, housing, youth programming, and violence prevention
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• City of Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development (GRYD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormal partnership with the City of Los Angeles GRYD Program for gang prevention and intervention services. Toberman serves as a key implementation partner delivering violence prevention and intervention programs in the Harbor Area, including Summer Night Lights programming at Wilmington and Harbor City Recreation Centers.
• Community Investment for Families DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Community Investment for Families Department to operate the FamilySource Center, providing comprehensive services including pre-employment and employment services, hotel vouchers, housing assistance, rental and utility aid, GED and ESL programs, and after-school programming.
• Palos Verdes National Charity LeagueminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolunteer partner for Back to School event supporting student success.
• Summer Night Lights PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummer Night Lights program operates at Wilmington Recreation Center and Harbor City Recreation Center, providing safe environments during peak times for gang-related violence with free meals, extended programming, sports leagues, and community engagement.
• Assemblymember Mike A. GipsonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCalifornia State Assemblymember representing the 65th Assembly District recognized at the Parade of Trees Gala for leadership and dedication to families of the Harbor Area.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Harbor Interfaith Services: San Pedro–based nonprofit providing shelter, food, housing, and immigrant services in the same Harbor Area geography. Directly comparable as a wraparound social services peer operating in the same community and competing for similar LA city and foundation funding.
• Homeboy Industries: Los Angeles–based nonprofit providing gang intervention, reentry support, mental health, and workforce services. Closely comparable to Toberman's Community Violence Intervention program with similar mission around gang-affected populations and case management.
• St. Joseph Center: Venice/South Bay LA nonprofit offering wraparound services including food, housing, family support, and youth programs. Comparable as a community-based wraparound social services peer with similar program mix and revenue model.
• Para Los Niños: Downtown LA nonprofit serving low-income children and families through education, youth development, and social services. Comparable as an LA-based youth and family services peer targeting similar underserved populations with case management and wraparound support.
• El Nido Family Centers: LA-based nonprofit providing youth and family services including counseling, case management, and gang prevention. Directly comparable to Toberman's College Corner and gang prevention programs targeting at-risk youth.
• Children's Institute: Long-standing LA nonprofit serving children and families through early childhood, youth development, and social services. Comparable as a multi-program family services peer with similar program architecture and LA city/county funding relationships.
• PATH (People Assisting the Homeless): LA-based nonprofit providing housing, case management, and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness. Comparable as a wraparound housing and social services peer competing for similar LA city contracts.
• Los Angeles Family Housing: San Fernando Valley–based nonprofit providing housing, homelessness prevention, and family support services. Comparable as a wraparound family services peer with similar revenue mix of government grants and donations.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities of Los Angeles: Large regional faith-based social services organization operating across LA County with immigration, food, housing, and family programs. Comparable as a broader, more established incumbent providing overlapping services across a wider geography.
• United Way of Greater Los Angeles: Large regional umbrella funder and convener for LA nonprofits addressing poverty, homelessness, and education. Comparable as a major Toberman funder and ecosystem partner whose grantmaking priorities directly affect Toberman's programmatic direction.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TobermanCenter
• Instagraminstagram.com/tobermancenter
• Xx.com/tobermancenter

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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