Youth Empowerment Festival To Support Kids and Families Affected By Eaton Fires

Loveland Community Development Corp (LLCDC) will host a

A Youth Empowerment Festival will be held this Saturday for families impacted by the devastating Eaton Fires. The carnival-style event at Pasadena City Hall, located at 100 Garfield Ave. in downtown Pasadena, will offer activities, workshops, and resources specifically designed to uplift young people ages 0-24 and their families who have faced hardship due to the fires.

“This is more than just a festival, it’s an opportunity to restore hope, provide resources, and strengthen community bonds,” states promotional materials for the event organized by the nonprofit organization.

The free festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 5th and feature live performances, carnival games, youth panel discussions, empowerment workshops, community giveaways, networking opportunities, resources, and food. Entertainment will include Tommy the Clown, who appears in promotional materials wearing a referee outfit.

The event is sponsored by numerous community organizations including LA, FIRE JUSTICE, the Altadena Coalition, LA Voice, Saint Rita Home Health Care, Inc., Optimum Home Health, SURVIVANTS, PRO Youth & Families, CHOSEN, SCLC, Word of Encouragement, Honey Bears, Blvck Wmn Yan, OUY, The Juice Joint, Pasadena Black Pages, Positive Results Center, and Walmart.

The Loveland Community Development Corp, established in 2018 as a nonprofit organization, focuses on urban and community development with an emphasis on addressing challenges faced by underserved population.