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ELLA is a community-funded organization. Every dollar given directly supports peer support specialists, doula services, benefits navigation, and housing assistance for families who need it most across Southern California.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
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We gratefully accept donations of diapers, baby items, household goods, and furniture for our transitional housing and postpartum clients.
To arrange a drop-off or pick-up, please contact our team with a description of the items.
Know the Law. Shape the Future.
Understanding how policy is made is how we change it. ELLA tracks state and federal legislation that affects maternal health, housing, and family wellness — and we invite our community to stay informed and engaged.
📺 Schoolhouse Rock — How a Bill Becomes a Law
Legislation Tracker
| Bill | Title | Status |
|---|---|---|
| AB 2193 (2018) | Maternal Mental Health Screening | Signed into Law |
| AB 3032 (2018) | Maternal Mental Health Education Act | Signed into Law |
| SB 803 (2019–20) | Peer Support Specialist Certification Act | Signed into Law |
| S. 3826 (116th Cong.) | TRICARE Coverage for Doula Support Act | Enacted via NDAA |
| AB 2697 (2021–22) | Medi-Cal Community Health Worker Services | Signed into Law |
| AB 1936 (2023–24) | Maternal Mental Health Screenings Expansion | Signed into Law |
| SB 1385 (2023–24) | Medi-Cal CHW Billing Pathways | Signed into Law |
| S. 3892 (118th Cong.) | Community Health Worker Access Act | In Committee |
| SB 626 (2025–26) | Perinatal Health Screenings and Treatment | Inactive File |
| H.R. 8629 (119th Cong.) | Developing the Community Health Workforce Act | In Committee |
Last updated July 2026.
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ELLA volunteers are the heartbeat of our organization. Whether you bring professional skills, lived experience, or simply time and heart — there’s a place for you on our team.
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ELLA actively seeks partnerships with healthcare organizations, government agencies, foundations, faith communities, and like-minded nonprofits. Together we can expand our reach and serve more families across Southern California.
Partnership opportunities include referral agreements, co-programming, joint grants, in-kind support, and sponsorships.
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