Combating Poverty and Climate Change Foundation

What is Combating Poverty and Climate Change Foundation?

The Combating Poverty and Climate Change Foundation (CPCCF) is an organization dedicated to fostering community resilience and ensuring the preservation of Canoga Park's history and social vitality. They manage the historic Canoga Park Community Center, which has been a central gathering place for over 35 years.

As a pivotal community resource, the CPCCF provides a safe and inclusive environment for diverse groups to meet and engage in social activities. Their broad commitment includes hosting community events that highlight the area's heritage and promote the well-being of the West Hills/Canoga Park community. CPCCF serves as a 'clearing house,' a 'conduit,' and a 'gathering place,' interlinking various community stakeholders such as government officials, local police, non-profits, businesses, faith-based groups, families, and individuals.

The Canoga Park Neighborhood Council, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Canoga-Owensmouth Historical Society are among the entities that utilize the Community Center's facilities for meetings and events. Furthermore, the center offers permanent office space to relevant organizations and accommodates activities including business meetings, social gatherings, and church services conducted by a local church group every Sunday.

Taking pride in its role as a community cornerstone, the CPCCF has been instrumental in maintaining the Community Center's historical significance; the building itself is a former home to Owensmouth Fire Station #72.