Friends Outside in Los Angeles County provides services to families and children, and their incarcerated and formerly incarcerated family members. We address the unintentional consequences of incarceration through specialized services that address the immediate and long-term needs of our clients.

    Founded in 1972, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which partners with community and faith-based organizations, government agencies, schools, service groups, local businesses, and the community to break the cycle of crime and incarceration, while maintaining public safety.

   Our funding includes government contracts, foundation grants, fee-for-services and individual contributions.