Be part of history. Share your story with the Black Legacy Project.
Community Women Vital Voices (CWVV) delivers impactful programs designed to uplift women, girls, and families through education, leadership, wellness, and community engagement. Each initiative is rooted in our commitment to meaningful, lasting change within our communities.
The Black Legacy: Voice Echoes Our Truth Project is a transformative, multi-year historical preservation and documentation initiative designed to record, archive, and elevate the lived experiences of Black families in Pasadena and Altadena — and to illuminate their profound contributions to the growth, success, and character of our local communities and our nation. This work is told from our lens, in our voices, and through our perspective.
Led by Community Women Vital Voices, under the leadership of Lena Louise Kennedy, this initiative has been years in the making. It began alongside her late brother, Councilmember John J. Kennedy, whose commitment to preserving Black history and dignity in Pasadena continues to inspire this work.
Our Townhall Meetings bring the community together to address issues, share resources, and spark collective action. Every voice matters and every story deserves to be heard.
Empowering senior community members with resources, connections, and support following the Eaton Fire.
Supporting families and seniors affected by the Eaton Fire through resources, guides, and community events.
The Black Clergy Coalition & The Black Leadership Coalition: The Black Clergy of Altadena and Pasadena is a group of dedicated pastors who provide support to their communities — bringing necessary education and resources to Eaton fire victims and the broader community.
Celebrating and preserving the rich Black heritage of the Altadena and Pasadena communities.
We amplify members' influence through trusted connections and mutual support, and we disseminate information on key public policy initiatives and how legislators vote on issues that matter most to us.
Women in Leadership Vital Voices (WLVV) educates powerful women on how to amplify their voices through targeted services and new networking avenues.
— SoCal Conference
— Candidate Forum
The Annual Community John J. Kennedy Turkey Harvest Market brings our community together during the Thanksgiving season to ensure every family has the ingredients — and the support — they need for a meaningful holiday meal. From pantry staples to a Thanksgiving turkey, we're here — along with our community partners — to share abundance, connection, and care so no one celebrates this day of gratitude alone.
The Hon. John J. Kennedy Community Turkey Giveaway has been a success year after year, and that success is due to your incredible support. This program has always been a true community effort, and we could not have made such an impact without you.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you for your continued support. John relied on your generosity each year, and I am hopeful you will continue to stand with us as we carry forward his mission."
From fire recovery response to senior wellness summits, every program we run is designed to meet our community where they are, with care, dignity, and purpose.
