The Faces of CII
Safe Children, Strong Families, Healthy Communities

Welcome to CII Online. Since 1906, CII has been serving at-risk children and families throughout Los Angeles County.

We provide healing and care for children who've been affected by violence so they can grow up to lead healthy lives.

What's New

What's New In Harm's Way 2008

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One Day. One Place. One very important issue for our children.

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Children's Institute Invites You to Share an Unforgettable Experience at the Geffen Playhouse

Award-winning poet, actor and playwright Daniel Beaty stars in a benefit performance of "Emergency," his one-man show. Buy tickets now!

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Support CII

Support CII

Gifts large and small enable CII to help troubled children and struggling families through difficult times. We welcome your support.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

You can make a positive difference in a child's life as a CII volunteer, individually or through your company or civic organization. A wide range of volunteer opportunities are available. Please call 213.385.5100 ext. 2086, or e-mail Volunteers.

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Success Stories

Success Stories Success Story

The stress of struggling financially for years was taking a toll on the entire Dawson family. Parents Susan and Dan were able to find only sporadic, low-paying employment. Dan began abusing alcohol. Exposed to his drinking as well as neighborhood gangs, the Dawson children, aged 13, 11, and 8, were doing poorly in school and had even tried on several occasions to run away. Life for the Dawsons was spiraling out of control and erupting into domestic violence.

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