SEEKING THE WELFARE OF THE CITY
South LA’s Crisis
Response Network
CRSSLA brings together churches, clinics, and community groups to deliver justice-rooted care and vital resources when neighbors need it most.
30M+ lbs
FOOD DISTRIBUTED
184K+
COVID TESTS GIVEN
880K+
MASKS & PPE SHARED
2,500+
LAPTOPS TO STUDENTS
As seen in
MISSION
“To provide a collective spirit of hope through the delivery of vital resources and professional expertise during times of community crisis.”
VISION
“We envision a resilient South Los Angeles where every neighbor has immediate access to food, care, and the education defined by justice.”
OUR STORY
Our Crisis
Response Roots
CRSSLA formed in March 2020 as South LA faced the COVID ‑19 crisis. Churches, clinics, schools, and community groups came together to move food, PPE, testing, and technology directly to neighbors who were being left out of traditional systems.
"When the world stopped in March 2020, South LA couldn't wait. We realized that existing systems weren't built for our resilience—so we built our own."
— Cheryl Branch, Executive Director
Cheryl Branch
Executive Director & Network Lead
LA Metropolitan Churches
Cheryl oversees CRSSLA’s daily relief operations and the collaborative network’s long-term crisis strategy.
Robert Sausedo
Co-Founder Emeritus
Community Build
Helped shape our founding vision and direct action model — continuing as champion of the network.
ACH Steering Committee
This steering committee guides and governs the CACHI initiative in South Los Angeles. Our leadership ensures that justice remains at the center of every crisis response and long-term recovery effort.
Cheryl Branch
Executive Director & Network Lead
LA Metropolitan Churches · Leads CRSSLA’s daily network strategy and crisis response across South LA.
Carrie Broadous
Board Chair
LA Metropolitan Churches · Provides governance and community leadership for the network.
Dr. Brenda Wiewel
Graduate Professor
University of Southern California · Brings critical research and public health expertise.
Bernita Walker
Executive Director
Project Peacemakers Inc. · Leads justice and violence prevention efforts within the network.
Consult the full Leadership page for our comprehensive committee roster and strategic partners.
HOW WE WORK TOGETHER
Three committees.
One South LA.
Welcome to our neighborhood teams! CRSSLA committees are an open invitation for all neighbors, faith partners, and local groups to join hands and build a stronger, safer South LA together.
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Education
MONTHLY · 1ST MONDAY 2–3PM
We help our neighborhood kids succeed by making sure they have folders, tutors, and great library programs right here in South LA.
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Justice
MONTHLY · 2ND WEDNESDAY 9:30AM
We work to keep our streets safe and make sure everyone in the neighborhood is treated fairly by the system.
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Public Health
WEEKLY · EVERY THURSDAY 9–10AM
We partner with local doctors and churches to bring health info and resources straight to our families.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Connect with our Committees.
Pick a meeting that works for you. Start with the General Meeting if you’re new.
Network hub
General Meeting
1st & 3rd Wednesdays · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
New here? Start here. Get updates, meet neighbors, and hear what’s happening across all committees.
Monthly
Education Committee
1st Monday · 2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Help students in South LA with learning, after‑school support, and school resources.
Weekly
Public Health Committee
Every Thursday · 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM
Work with clinics and churches to keep our families healthy and informed.
Advocacy
Justice Committee
2nd Wednesday · 9:30 AM — 10:30 AM
Stand with neighbors working to reduce violence and make the justice system fairer.
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Meetings
Biweekly General Meetings and committee sessions are open to all. Connect with our three committees and find your place in South LA's crisis response.
How to Join the Network
GET INVOLVED
Partners & Donors
The network behind the network.
Support
South LA
Resilience
Your gifts provide immediate relief and long-term stability for South LA families. Support reaches neighbors directly through our trusted crisis network of churches, clinics, and community groups.
Prefer mail? Checks payable to:
LA Metropolitan Churches
Attn: Annye Li
3320 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011.
Reach
CRSSLA
Reach out to CRSSLA for support, partnerships, or to join the network.
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Email Us
info@crssla.org
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CALL US
(323) 238-0446
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VISIT Our Hub
3320 S. Central Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011