Kayla is an HR consultant and employment defense lawyer with experience in compliance and risk mitigation. She joined the Board of Beach Cities Interfaith Services (BCIS) because of the clear wealth disparity she sees in our communities. People pay high rents, while homeless people live out on the streets right outside their doors. Nonprofits like BCIS are stepping up to intervene in this crisis. Contributing even a modest amount of time or money can make a big difference in peoples' lives.
Beach Cities Interfaith Services provides micro-grants (averaging $800-$1,000) to keep our home-challenged neighbors housed. To ensure accountability and maximize impact, BCIS pays funds directly to the landlords or vendors. A small gift can open the door to stability, safety, and a second chance to individuals, children and their families, single women, seniors, and veterans who are on the verge of losing their housing due to job loss, medical expenses, or another unforeseen event.