BBUSINESSTHE USINESS JUNE 2018 CONNECTING THE BUSINESS A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE WHITTIER AREA AND RESIDENTIAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOCUS COMMUNITIES. VOL. 24 NO. 6 Mid-year forecast offers critical economic indicator insight Dr. Christopher Thornberg, Founding question is how long will local business leaders to Christopher Thornberg is widely Partner of Beacon Economics and Director this trend continue and have the benefit of reliable considered to be one of the nation’s of the UC Riverside School of Business what, if anything, on the information which they leading economists. An expert in Center for Economic Forecasting, will horizon can disrupt the can use to make critical economic forecasting, regional present a comprehensive forecast for the apple cart?” he continued. decisions for the coming economics, labor markets, economic U.S, California, and Southern California “The Whittier Chamber years. I have worked with policy and industry and real estate economies to Whittier businesses on is proud to partner with Chris Thornberg for several analysis, he was one of the earliest and Thursday, June 21 at 7:30 a.m. The Friendly Hills Bank to years now in my leadership most adamant predictors of the sub- presentation and breakfast will take place provide this fantastic role with the California prime mortgage market collapse and at the Holiday Inn La Mirada. The cost opportunity for local Bankers Association and of the global economic recession that to attend is $50 per person for Chamber businesses to learn have found him to be very followed. In 2015, Dr. Thornberg was members; $60 for nonmembers. from Dr. Thornberg’s Dr. Christopher Thornberg effective in presenting an named to California State Treasurer John Dr. Thornberg’s presentation will presentation,” stated Beacon Economics unbiased view of the current Chiang’s Council of Economic Advisors. include a frank discussion of the direction Chamber Board President Gary Lee landscape and where we may be going He also serves on the advisory boards of the economy will take over the near and Martinez. “This valuable look ahead will with the economy. Friendly Hills Bank Paulson & Co. Inc., one of Wall Street’s long-term future and cover key economic include projections for the national, state is excited to partner with the Whittier leading hedge funds, and of the Los trends and indicators such as commercial and local economy, with insights our Area Chamber of Commerce in bringing Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. and residential real estate markets, business owners can use to inform their such a prolific economist to our local Between 2008 and 2012 he served as a employment/unemployment, consumer decisions,” added Carol Crosby, Whittier community to discuss the issues which chief economic advisor to the California spending, bankruptcies, business activity, Chamber Executive Director will impact every business in our region. State Controller’s Office and was Chair personal income growth, international “The Administration in Washington is This is a can’t miss event for local of then State Controller John Chiang’s trade, and GDP growth. making a number of changes which are business leaders,” Ball said. Council of Economic Advisors. Dr. “We’re currently in the midst of one already having a direct impact on the The entire community is invited and Thornberg holds a Ph.D in Business of the longest economic expansions on economy,” explained Jeff Ball, President/ welcomed to attend and learn from Dr. Economics from The Anderson School record,” explained Christopher Thornberg. CEO of Friendly Hills Bank. “As the Thornberg’s perspective on the national, at UCLA, and a B.S. degree in Business “The nation, the state, and Southern local business community’s premier regional and local economy. Register Administration from the State University California are all in growth mode. Today’s bank we feel it is imperative for our online at www.whittierchamber.com of New York at Buffalo. Chamber connects businesses and residents at Community Expo Are you interested in increasing your “We are proud to sponsor an event business exposure in Whittier? Do you that is open to the entire community,” Confirmed participants want the chance to be introduced to stated Susan Ayala from Athens Services. at press time include: hundreds of local residents? Participating “Tons of people attend the Shop Local Corporate Contributors: in the Whittier Chamber’s 7th Annual Shop Community Expo and by actively Local Community Expo on Thursday, July participating in the event, we have a Athens Services • City of Whittier, 12 is a great way to brand your business! chance to meet and talk to residents in the Republic Services Join us from 4 to 7 p.m. at Parnell Park, areas we service. I strongly recommend Printing Sponsor: near the corner of Lambert Road and participating as a table or booth sponsor Scott Avenue before the heavily attended if your business deals directly with the ACRO Printing, Inc. summer concert in the park. This event residential community,” she added. Community Partners: draws a large and enthusiastic crowd This year’s Shop Local Community because it is free and open to the public. Expo chairman is Realtor Rob Marin. PIH Health The Shop Local Community Expo gives He and his committee are working hard Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary ACRO PAID residents and members of the business to ensure this event provides value to

STANDARD Water Sponsors: PRESORTED community an opportunity to stroll outdoors our members and the community alike. PERMIT # 355 PERMIT WHITTIER, CA U.S. POSTAGE and visit the table top displays and booths “This is a win-win event for everyone,” Brookdale Uptown of nearly 70 businesses. Guests will enjoy stated Realtor Rob. “In a survey taken Michael Seril Fitness (MSF) food samples from local restaurants, after last year’s Shop Local Community giveaways, and the chance to win Expo, participants told us they enjoy BOOTH & TABLE SPONSORS cash prizes. this event because it provides them the As a table or booth sponsor your opportunity to promote their business Chick-fil-A business will not only gain exposure on directly to the community. They also let Dr. Lili Mirtorabi & Associates Orthodontics the day of the Shop Local Community us know that they believe there is great Mix Fruit Expo, but you will also benefit from value in participating because it shows Primerica – Guy Bataglia being featured in the Business Focus their existing customers that they are Sons and Daughters of Italy newspaper before and after the event and active and supportive members of the Whittier Police Department receive recognition online and at chamber community,” stated Marin. events… all of this outstanding marketing Whittier Hospital is included in the price! For more information on the Shop Local Community Expo, including prices for tables, booths and other marketing opportunities, please see the ad in this issue on page 14 or call the Chamber office at (562) 698-9554. Participants can also sign up online by visiting www.whittierchamber.com. To reserve a table or a booth you must be a member

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Building Memories, One Vacation at a Time...

2018-2019 Gary Lee Discover and shop local businesses at Martinez, BOARD OF DIRECTORS President of the Board Community Expo EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President of the Board Thank you to all of our 600 plus invite you to join us as Chris presents live, work, play and most of all “Shop Gary Lee Martinez, The Traveling Traveler members for entrusting us to be an outlook on the U.S., California and Local” in Whittier and patronize our President-elect your advocate for your business. local economies and discover how this many local businesses. If everybody Elizabeth Martinez, Republic Services We are here to support you and information will impact your business makes a conscious effort to spend an help you grow your business. I moving forward for the rest of 2018. additional $20.00 a year in the City of Immediate Past President & would like to thank the City Council Registration and payment can be made Whittier, it would highly impact local Vice President Community Affairs for their partnership and belief in at www.whittierchamber.com. businesses, not to mention generate Laurie Perschbacher, the many things that our Chamber Our annual Shop Local Community additional tax revenue that can be MAP Property Management of Commerce does throughout the Expo will be held on Thursday, July 12th used for services needed for all who Vice President, Networking & Marketing year. The City and the Chamber from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Parnell live in Whittier. Tom Rios, Brookdale Uptown Whittier share a common goal of creating a Park. This event will be in conjunction As a local small business owner for Vice President, Administration progressive city that respects and with Concerts in Parks. For all you many years, and a resident of Whittier Debra Legan, PIH Health honors our past values. I believe Journey fans, you know who you are…I for over 18 years, I 100% subscribe to that having a strong and supportive am one for sure…a tribute band will this philosophy. I always say why not do Vice President, Business Information Chamber equals a prosperous and be singing all the hits live on stage business with someone you know locally Chris Hardeman, DialMed Home Care informative community. immediately following the Expo. This and see the impact you make instantly Vice President, Finance This month we will host the Mid- event provides a great opportunity to versus spending money with someone Bryan Tabizon, Year Economic Forecast with Dr. personally discover and meet many of you don’t know! Hope to see and meet Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary Christopher Thornberg, a leading local our local business members on a one you all at Shop Local and remember Vice President, Membership economist, on Thursday, June 21. I on one basis. I’m a big believer of most of all…”Don’t Stop Believing.” LaDonna Munier, Friendly Hills Bank Vice President, Special Events Cheryl Estep, State Farm Insurance DIRECTORS TAX TIPS Leighton Anderson, Bewley, Lassleben & Miller $ Susan Ayala, Athens Services Richard Trese Childs, DoubleTree Hotel Whittier Disaster Losses: Louis Gomez, F.F. Gomez Scrivanich Sandra Hahn, Crepes & Grapes Café Election to Claim Loss in Oscar Hernandez, Boys’ & Girls’ Clubs of Whittier Preceding Tax Year John Hsu, STC Management While I hope that you haven’t been a Losses that qualify..A loss only adjusted gross income (AGI). Where Krista Lesa, The Quad at Whittier victim of a disaster loss, if you did suffer qualifies for this tax break only if this rule applies, a larger amount R.D. McDonnell, McDonnell Group a loss as a result of the disaster, you it occurred in a federally declared of AGI will cut into your allowable Greg Nicodemus, may be able to recoup a portion of that disaster area. So, you will want to keep loss deduction. Credit Union of Southern California loss through a tax deduction. Moreover, copies of local newspaper articles or How to claim deduction. To claim Monica Peters, Hebert Design Werks you can elect to claim the loss in either photos that will help prove that your a disaster loss on your return, you Bonnie Watje, ACRO Printing, Inc. of two years: the tax year in which loss occurred in a federally declared must itemize deductions. If you choose the loss occurred or the immediately area. disaster. to claim it on your return for last STAFF preceding year. Which year to deduct.. Determining year, an election statement must be Choosing to take the deduction in the the most beneficial year in which prepared and attached to the return. Executive Director preceding year may increase the tax to claim the loss requires a careful The statement, must include specific Carol Crosby savings from the loss and may enable evaluation of your entire tax picture information about the time, place and Associate Executive Director you to get a refund from IRS before you for both years, including filing status, nature of the disaster that caused Lyn Carty even file your tax return for the year the amount of income and other deductions, the loss. loss occurred. For example, a loss that and the applicable tax rates. Casualty gains. Sometimes, a Bookkeeper & Member Services Coordinator occurs this year can be claimed on this The higher your marginal tax rate, disaster may actually result in a gain Jessica Reyes year’s return, which won’t be filed until the more valuable the deduction is. for tax purposes. This may occur where Director of Membership & Member Relations early next year. But if you elect to claim For example, a $10,000 deduction you receive insurance proceeds that Courtney French the loss last year (on either your original saves $2,400 for a taxpayer in the 24% exceed your tax basis in the destroyed return or an amended return), you can tax bracket, but is worth $1,200 to a property. If that happens, there are Member Relations Assistant generally expect to receive the refund taxpayer in the 12% bracket. Ordinarily, several ways to exclude or postpone Ashlyee Montalvo within a matter of weeks. This can help casualty losses are deductible only to the tax on the gain. 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City Of Whittier UPDATE

MAYOR MAYOR’S MESSAGE Joe Vinatieri

Summer is officially here! I hope you all enjoyed attending the tasked with strategizing and advising on a org for more information. our fantastic restaurants! annual State of the City Address at the long-term plan for success as we continue Calling all restaurant owners! The The City also has a lot planned for you DoubleTree Hotel and hearing more to face financial stress in the years City’s Economic Development Division this summer with special events kicking about what’s happening in Whittier. We ahead. On a brighter note, the Council will cohost a seminar with the California off this month that you won’t want to miss. have much to be proud of with many also voted to open the Bright Avenue Department of Tax and Fee Administration The Whittier Community Foundation new businesses opening and exciting parking structure on an interim basis for local restaurants and food industry will continue their summer “Movies in projects under development. The City every Sunday, beginning next month professionals on Wednesday, June 20, the Park” series every first Saturday Council also approved the annual budget through New Year’s, at the request of from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Whittier of the month at Parnell Park with the and unanimously agreed to make budget local business owners, and also approved Community Center. The workshop is movie “Wonder” on Saturday, June 2, at cuts and spend $1.7M of reserve funding annual funding for local organizations, for restaurants, caterers, food trucks, dusk. The monthly event runs through to cover the projected $1.95M budget partners, and special community events. and other vendors to provide a basic September and is a great opportunity deficit for the year. In order to continue I am pleased to announce that the understanding of sales and use tax to enjoy summer evenings and heart- providing the same level of service and “Reducing Crime and Keep California law as it applies to food sales, what warming moments with the whole family. avoid significant budget cuts, we opted to Safe Act of 2018” petition was signed foods are taxable and nontaxable, the The City’s popular “Concerts in the utilize specific CalPERS funding that the by over 580,000 California registered 80/80 rule, and combination meals. In Park” series also begins on June 25 City Council very smartly set aside back voters and is currently being certified addition, topics such as employee meals, with big band sounds from Moonlight in the early 2000s for a “rainy day.” That for the November 2018 ballot. This gratuities, coupons, and the formula for Express at Central Park in Uptown rainy day has come and we are extremely statutory initiative is supported by a broad tax-included sales will also be addressed. Whittier and attendees are encouraged grateful to those Council members who based coalition of law enforcement, The event is free and open to the public. to bring a picnic dinner and their dancing remained fiscally responsible over the local elected leaders, business owners, You may register by contacting the City at shoes. Concerts are held Monday nights years by safeguarding and allocating residents and the Whittier Chamber of (562) 567-9320. at Central Park and Thursday nights that money for future PERS-related Commerce which has been a vital part The Whittier Uptown Association will at Parnell Park from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. challenges. of procuring signatures here in Whittier. host their 18th Annual Uptown Car Show through the end of August. Learn more As we continue to look ahead, we Our community faced a devastating loss on Saturday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. about these events and others at www. will need to make more tough decisions with the death of Whittier Police Officer and the event is free to the community. cityofwhittier.org. to limit costs and create a sustainable Keith Boyer in 2017. This initiative would Stop by and enjoy classic cars, cool hot Happy Father’s Day to all the dads funding source to cover rising PERS- help restore accountability in our criminal rods and a special military car display, as (and grandfathers) out there – enjoy your related and other costs on the horizon. justice system and protect families from well as contests, prizes and snacks. Bring special day! A special Council committee has been violent criminals. Visit www.keepcalsafe. your friends and stay for dinner at one of

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City Of Whittier UPDATE

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Safe home New Uptown Property Owners’ while on Community Benefit District Captain vacation rebranded as Uptown Whittier Aviv Bar Improvement Association The new Uptown Whittier all ages. Summer break is a great time for a outside entrances of the home are Improvement Association is excited to Refreshments will be served as the vacation and while many of us find it as well-lit. A timer or solar-powered invite the community to an open house community gets to know those on the an opportunity to visit distant places, lights on the front, back and side from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, new association board. others find summer break to be an of the house make it difficult for June 13 at the Southern Pacifi c So far, the UWIA has hired a fi rm opportunity to break into homes while burglars to hide. Railroad Depot, 7333 Greenleaf Ave. to provide cleaner and safer streets, occupants are away. Leave lights and radio/TV on a • Approved by about 80 percent of sponsored a logo contest for aspiring Make sure you have effective locks timer inside your home to give the • Uptown Whittier property owners in the graphic artists to help brand the that are being used. Even the best impression that it is occupied. fall, the new organization is charged association and recently hired a public locks can’t protect you if you don’t Use alarm signs and stickers to warn • with highlighting the brand of Uptown relations fi rm to ensure people know use them. Lock doors, windows, side would-be burglars. An alarm system Whittier as a destination for fi ne dining, the Uptown Whittier District is a great gates, garage door and garage side controls access points to your home shopping music and art. place to come and hang out, dine and access door. and lets you know if someone has UWIA interim President Melinda of course shop the many merchants Do some yard work before you leave invaded your space. A loud audible • Pina said all are invited; property offering their wares in Uptown. the house for an extended period of alarm will most likely scare a burglar owners, business owners, city and state For more information, call time. Trim your hedges and bushes away as soon as it is activated. Also, dignitaries and of course residents of (619) 233-5009. so thieves can’t have a chance to advise your alarm company that you hide out, or that you won’t give the will be away on vacation and no one impression your home has been left will be entering the home during your unattended and vacant. absence. • Get to know your neighbors before Remember, burglars focus on your trip. Neighbors who look out for convenience, concealment, and each other are among the best and camouflage. Think twice before posting least expensive defenses against upcoming vacations on Facebook, neighborhood crime. On a daily Twitter or any other social media basis, have your neighbor pick up outlets. You’d be surprised how fast your mail, newspapers, packages, that information can travel on the and advertisements left at your information highway—and sometimes doorstep. to the wrong computer screens. • Remember to secure your spare Vacations are meant to be fun Whittier Restaurant and Food key. Leave your spare key with a times with family and friends, not a trusted neighbor. Never hide it on time of convenience for thieves and Industry Workshop on the property. Burglars have more potential burglars. Keep your homes experience looking for keys than you safe and secure and make your trip Wednesday, June 20, 2018 do hiding them. a memorable one with these simple • Let there be light and make sure all precautions. In cooperation with: City of Whittier

Aviv Bar is a Captain with the Whittier Police Department and Date/Time: oversees the Patrol Division. He can be reached at (562) 567-9253 Wednesday, June 20, 2018 or via email at [email protected] 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (check-in begins at 1:30 p.m.)

Location: Whittier Community Center Room 1 7630 Washington Avenue Whittier, CA 90602

Free Parking Since 1958 Additional Information: This special workshop is for restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and vendors that will provide a basic understanding of sales and use tax law as it applies to food sales, what foods are taxable Whittier Resident and nontaxable, the 80/80 rule, and combination meals. In addition, topics such as employee • Drains & Sewers Cleaned • Furnaces • Hydrojetting meals, gratuities, coupons, and the formula for tax-included sales will be addressed. This workshop will also assist you in preparing your sales and use tax information to file online with • Copper Repiping • Water Piping • Leak Detections the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA). • Air Conditioning • Disposals • Bath Remodeling To register for this event, visit: • Water Softeners • Water Heaters • Backfl ow Testing & Repair http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov/seminar/seminar.aspx?flag=825 State Contractor This event is accessible to people with disabilities. If you require special assistance, please call 1-626-480-7251. License 24 HOUR SERVICE #271767 The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA’s) participation in this activity and the 562 863-5717 • 562 868-7777 appearance of the CDTFA name, logo, or seal on event promotional materials is not an endorsement of the views, opinions, products, or services of any program partner, participant, person, or entity. 6 WHITTIER BUSINESS FOCUS WWW.WHITTIERCHAMBER.COM JUNE 2018 Tri-Cities ROP prepares students for college and careers and provides businesses with skilled workforce Established in 1974 under a Joint design, emergency medical responder, are learning soft skills which will aid for our future leaders. Participation Powers Agreement between El Rancho forensic science, nurse assistant pre- them in transitioning to the workplace,” may include becoming a work based Unified and Whittier Union High School certification, principles of engineering, added Zerpoli. learning site, becoming an advisory Districts, Tri-Cities Regional Occupational sports management, video production “Stepping inside some of the committee member, becoming a guest Program (“Tri-Cities ROP”) offers and more. Many of the classes include an classrooms was like stepping into speaker or a place for field trips or students a rigorous and relevant career internship component, giving students the the future,” stated Whittier Chamber becoming a potential hiring site. Call technical education that prepares them unique real-world learning experience and Executive Director Carol Crosby. “Each the office to find out more information at for both college and careers that lead hands-on training. With a goal of helping classroom contained modern equipment (562) 698-9571. For more information to employment, industry certification or students decide what direction they want and state-of-the-art technology and the about Tri-Cities ROP, visit them online at post-secondary education. to go, Tri-Cities ROP incorporates new work the students were doing, both tricitiesrop.org. In the past, it was widely believed that classes based on emerging industry independently and collaboratively, ROP classes were taken by students sectors such as unmanned aircraft and, was incredibly impressive,” Crosby who: (1) didn’t want to go to college; or their biggest growth area, construction continued. With nearly 4,000 students (2) students who simply needed elective technology. They also have 3 career participating in classes, Tri-Cities ROP credits and an ROP class happened to and technology labs which help students not only helps students prepare for fit into their schedules. The thought back with career exploration, finding jobs, their future, they provide business then was ROP was not for college-bound writing resumes and presentation skills. partners with a well-trained, skilled students. “Today, nothing could be further At the lab, students can engage with the workforce that will continue to benefit GaG rrett Caarrr, AsA sis sttannt AtA hleticic from the truth,” explained Tri-Cities ROP latest technology, hear from business the community for many years. 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The more tightly knit, the better and stronger our school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, community. and living a healthy lifestyle. To that end, they provide a wide variety of activities Thank you to our many nonprofi t organizations that do amazing things for designed to enrich and educate, for a daily routine that balances learning with Whittier and our surrounding communities. We salute your organization, your fun. These include homework help, mentoring, a STEAM (science, technology, volunteers, and your passion for creating a better world. engineering, mathematics, art) Lab, robotics classes, physical recreation, organized sports, music, cooking and baking classes, leadership and service clubs, college and job application assistance, and more. HELPLINE YOUTH COUNSELING Since 1971, Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc. (HYC) has been eliminating barriers to self-sufficiency by empowering youth and families. HYC’s mission is to serve youth and LEARN The LEARNing Center offers curriculum for students that is their families by promoting the development of strong researched-based and aligned with State-adopted academic individuals and families in their community. They are proud content standards. The LEARN staff collaborates with parents, to announce that in the last year, they provided counseling, teachers, and administrators to ensure the success of the educational, prevention and early intervention services students. The tutoring sessions are a 1:1 tutor to student to over 5,000 at-risk, low-income youth and their families in the communities of ratio. Tutors create a personalized student learning plan that Artesia, Bellflower, Cerritos, Downey, Hawaiian Gardens, Lakewood, La Mirada, involves input from the student’s school day teacher. The Long Beach, Norwalk, Paramount, Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, Signal Hill, LEARNing center differs from other tutoring centers because of all the amenities Whittier, and Unincorporated South Whittier. HYC is dedicated to putting youth it offers students such as staff being trained in serving students with disabilities and families On Track to a Bright Future! and English language learners. The LEARNing staff also provides parents with regular progress reports to parents after tutoring sessions. Assessing the students’ SHELTER’S RIGHT HAND academic strengths and weaknesses is prioritized to ensure the success of the Founded in 1981, Shelter’s Right Hand is the non-profit students. LEARN is a non-profit educational agency that works to encourage a auxiliary to the Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter. Their culture of learning by securing and providing resources to students and families goal is to raise funds to support the Shelter in assisting victims in areas of need. of domestic violence. Funds are raised from the annual benefit, a thrift shop staffed by volunteers, membership dues, and contributions. RIO HONDO COLLEGE FOUNDATION FROM MADDI’S CLOSET Thank you for the gift of education – the gift that lasts a lifetime. Inspired by the generosity and courage of Maddi The RHC Foundation accepts small and large contributions Holmes who lost her battle with brain cancer at age 4, to fund scholarships, programs, and equipment which meet From Maddi’s Closet became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public the needs of the College’s diverse student population. The charity to benefit children battling cancer in early 2005. 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A group of concerned citizens formed to combat incompatible SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL development and the destruction of historic resources that OF WHITTIER were destroying the fabric and “sense of place” of Uptown. Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization The Whittier Conservancy is committed to the preservation for business and professional women. Members and enhancement of Whittier’s unique character and quality contribute time and financial support to community based of life. The Conservancy promotes awareness and appreciation of Whittier’s historic, and international projects that improve the lives of women aesthetic and natural resources. The Conservancy works for the preservation and and girls in local communities and throughout the world. sensitive use of Whittier’s significant residential structures, landmark commercial SI Whittier has been actively serving the community since June of 1947. They buildings, and notable landscapes, including its valuable cultivated trees, public are a 501(c)(3) organization run and operated solely by volunteers. Members of parks, and the natural beauty of the Whittier Hills. the Whittier Club determine the focus of volunteer work in our community. JUNE 2018 WWW.WHITTIERCHAMBER.COM WHITTIER BUSINESS FOCUS 9 nonprofit organizations THE WHOLE CHILD The Whole Child envisions a society that embraces children as its most precious resource and that is actively committed to their safety, emotional well-being and ability to thrive at home, school and play. Through the Salute to Service mental health, housing, nutrition and parent enrichment programs The Whole Child empowers families to create nurturing environments that give children of all ages the skills, support and security they need to build emotionally healthy lives and become caring, responsible adults. They believe that not only does every child matter but, every aspect of the child matters – the whole child. Their commitment to children includes their parents and caregivers, whom they empower to create nurturing families. Throughout their 60-year history, The Whole Child has been a leading advocate on behalf of high-risk children, innovating and expanding best practices, raising awareness, and aligning systems to benefit children and their families. Today The Whole Child delivers an array of comprehensive services to over 9,000 children and their families annually at six locations. They focus on low-income families with Honoring Whittier’s nonprofit organizations and volunteers children ages 0-21 years old in high-risk communities throughout Southeastern Los Angeles County (SPA 7). The Whole Child not only serves the direct needs of the community, but also uses its influence and resources to advocate for social inclusion and equity for all children and families in southern California. WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S CRISIS SHELTER The Women’s and Children’s Crisis Shelter mission is to provide safety, shelter and hope to victims of domestic INTERFAITH FOOD CENTER (IFC) violence including women or men and their children since Interfaith Food Center’s (IFC) effort is to alleviate 1977. They maintain a 24-hour hotline. The emergency hunger and food insecurity in the community. IFC shelter services include necessities like food, hygiene reaches over 1,000 low-income households who items, clothes, as well as case management, support need help putting food on their table. IFC distributes group, parenting education, counseling, children’s program and much more. Their groceries to support better health and increase self- programs are free-of-charge. 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Their mission is to help homeless and at-risk individuals and Since 1972, SPIRITT Family Services has provided a families in the Greater Whittier Area transition toward self-sufficiency through a critical range of mental and emotional health programs broad range of housing and supportive services. Please visit to see their work to children and families in Eastern Los Angeles County. in action! Through adaptive education, case management, support, and counseling services, SPIRITT supports families in crisis stay together and learn ways to support themselves. Headquartered at 8000 Painter Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602, SPIRITT Family Services is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.spiritt.org or call (855) 714-8800.

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Whittier Hospital Medical Center Receives an ‘A’ for 13th Annual Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc. Patient Safety in National Hospital Safety Grade Golf Tournament The Leapfrog Group, a Washington preventable harm and death, such as Come out on June 11 and support auction, raffle, and much more! Tee-off D.C-based organization aiming to medical errors, infections, and injuries,” Helpline Youth Counseling in reaching is at 9 a.m. at the Black Gold Golf Club improve health care quality and safety said Leah Binder, president and CEO of their goal of $25,000 to help over 50 in Yorba Linda, CA. for consumers and purchasers, released The Leapfrog Group. “Receiving an ‘A’ families get counseling & support in For more information contact Renette the new Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, Safety Grade means a hospital is among Southeast LA County and Long Beach! Banagas at [email protected] or and Whittier Hospital Medical Center was the best in the country for preventing these There will be contests, a banquet, silent (562) 273-0737. awarded an ‘A’ for its efforts in protecting terrible problems and putting their patients patients from harm and meeting the first, 24 hours a day.” Summer show featuring all genres of work to take highest safety standards in the U.S. Developed under the guidance of an place early June The Safety Grade assigns an A, B, C, D expert panel, the Leapfrog Hospital Safety or F grade to hospitals across the country Grade uses 27 measures of publicly The Whittier Art Association and Gallery will present their annual summer show based on their performance in preventing available hospital safety data to assign beginning Wednesday, June 6 and concluding Saturday, June 30. This is the big medical errors, infections and other harms grades to approximately 2,500 U.S. show for the Gallery and is always a favorite with the viewing public. This show among patients in their care. hospitals twice per year. It is peer reviewed, attracts artists from all over the state and beyond. Because there is no theme, artists “At Whittier Hospital Medical Center, fully transparent and free to the public. our highest priority is the safety of our To see Whittier Hospital Medical Center’s are free to use their imaginations to create works that always amaze and delight. patients,” said Whittier Hospital Medical full grade details, and to access patient All media and genres are represented and you will see everything from textiles Center CEO Richard Castro. “We are tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit and jewelry, to paintings and sculpture. The judge for the show is. Lynn Sandahl, pleased that our attention to their health, www.hospitalsafetygrade.org and follow the longtime promoter and coordinator of the renowned Hillcrest Art Festival. A safety and wellbeing has been affirmed the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade on reception will be held on Saturday, June 9 and awards will be given out to winning through this top national recognition.” Twitter and Facebook. To learn more about artists at 4 p.m. The public is invited to attend the reception at no charge. The “This is the only national rating of Whittier Hospital Medical Center, visit Gallery is located at 8035 Painter Ave., Whittier and is open Wednesday through how well hospitals protect patients from whittierhospital.com or call (562) 945-3561. Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. For more information call (562) 698-9554. Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier Wins National Award From Maddi’s Closet “Hey, Let’s Blingo!” Event to for Outstanding Programs Raise Funds and Awareness for Childhood Cancer The Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier (BGCW) received an Honor Award for From Maddi’s Closet volunteers are gearing up for the “Hey, Let’s BLINGO!” Sports, Fitness, and Recreation at Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 112th National afternoon filled with food, games, and raffles at the Whittier Parnell Park Community Conference held recently in San Diego. The organization received a $5,000 award Center at 15390 Lambert Road, Whittier on Sunday, June 3rd from 3 - 5 p.m. from MetLife Foundation, sponsor of the annual recognition program, which honors The afternoon of fun begins at 3:00 p.m. with check-in and same day registration local Clubs for innovative, effective programming leading youth to great futures. along with a YUM! hot dog, chips, drink, and an ice cream bar. The Kiwanis of The Honor Award for Program Excellence in Sports, Fitness and Recreation is Whittier will offer support at the event by preparing and helping serve the fun fare. presented to a Club conducting an outstanding program that helps young people Participant registration for the “Hey, Let’s BLINGO!” is $15 per person (pre-sale) become physically fit, make positive use of leisure time, develop social and stress and $20 per person (at the door). Advanced registration includes entrance to management skills, and appreciate the environment. the event, the YUM! hot dog, chips, drink, ice cream bar, 1 special raffle ticket, 1 Last fall, BGCW implemented an ambitious plan to expand their successful “SPARKLE” game piece, and 1 “BLINGO” Card. Additional items will be available Sports Program, launching an Elementary Sports League for all nine elementary for purchase. schools in the Whittier City School District. Since the district does not have its Debbie Nye, a long time From Maddi’s Closet volunteer, said “I have been part own sports program, this league is filling a need in the community for hundreds of of the From Maddi’s Closet organization since they became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit kids to participate in various organized sports, most of them for the first time. They public charity in 2005 and I am reminded every year of what a difference we can learn the fundamentals of the game, teamwork, rules, and technique, becoming make when we all work together. It is such a joy to see more friends and families prepared to enter middle school where sports are more focused on competition. coming together with one goal in mind, to help change the life of a child. It’s such In addition, through the uniquely innovative structure of this program, BGCW has a fun event for family and friends, but more importantly a real opportunity to teach filled another need in the community: providing jobs for local teens. Twenty teens our kids that anyone can make a difference regardless of age. It’s great to see are employed in leadership-building paid work experience as coaches for each of kids helping raise money for such an important cause. “ the teams, having been through extensive coach and referee training. They receive Anyone interested in donating to the event or registering for participating in the on-the-job supervision and mentoring, in turn acting as role models for the younger afternoon of games, food, and raffles, can do so online at www.frommaddiscloset. members. Funding was made possible from a grant from The LA84 Foundation. org or contact Donna Holmes at (562) 943-9402. “In communities nationwide, Boys & Girls Clubs play a vital role in providing young people with safe places to learn and grow,” said Dennis White, president and CEO East Whittier Presbyterian Church’s of MetLife Foundation. “We are pleased to recognize the Boys & Girls Clubs of Vacation Bible School Whittier for providing exemplary programs and making a positive difference in the lives of local young people.” East Whittier Presbyterian Church invites all children who are entering grades K through 5th to join them for vacation bible school. The program will run Monday, June 25 through Friday June 29 from 6 – 8 p.m. Their daily schedule includes Navigating the Healthcare Maze: dinner served at 5 p.m. The theme for this year’s VBS program is “Shipwrecked Five Things You Need to Know About Accessing Healthcare – Rescued by Jesus.” There is no cost to join the program. 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