NAACP Branches Host Community Recovery Event in Pasadena

Two NAACP branches will host a community recovery event Saturday, June 21, to help residents navigate rebuilding challenges while celebrating unity.

The NAACP Pasadena Branch and NAACP Altadena Branch, partnering with the National NAACP, will present “Dena Days: Stronger Together” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Harambee Ministries, located at 1609 Navarro Ave. in Pasadena.

The event targets families affected by recent challenges in Altadena and Pasadena communities. Attendees can access real-time solutions for permitting, insurance claims, consumer protection and loan forbearance.

“This is more than an event – it’s a declaration that we are stronger together,” said Brandon D. Lamar, president of the Pasadena NAACP. “We are committed to supporting our community not just in times of celebration but in times of hardship, recovery, and healing.”

The gathering combines essential recovery resources with family entertainment. Free food, a live DJ and a bounce house will be available. Organizers have also planned a Kids Corner and space for community reconnection.

Local leaders and service providers will join families at the collaborative event. The program aims to support homeowners and renters dealing with complex post-disaster recovery processes.

Organizers emphasize that attendees should independently evaluate all service providers. The NAACP does not endorse specific companies or guarantee service quality, according to event materials.

The community resource day represents what organizers call “a movement rooted in solidarity, empowerment, and resilience.”