SHIELDS for Families
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
SHIELDS for Families is a non-profit organization based in Los Angeles, California, focused on supporting high-risk families in South Los Angeles. For more than three decades, it has designed, implemented, and assessed service models that are culturally attuned and comprehensive, with the aim of empowering families and advocating for them. The organization operates as a community-based effort, aligning its programs with the needs and context of the local community. Its primary beneficiaries are families in South Los Angeles who require integrated supports to navigate social services and related challenges. In April 2026, SHIELDS for Families announced a partnership with Qualifacts Systems Inc., a provider of behavioral health technology, to collaborate on technology-enabled services.