The ESS app helped me find a nearby food center and a safe place to stay. I didn't know these resources existed before.
Daniel, Program Participant Coachella ValleyESS connects people to essential resources and empowers them to move toward stability, independence, and a better tomorrow.
These numbers represent more than just data — they reflect real people, real stories, and real support. Together, we're building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.
Through the app and partner programs.
Food, shelter, healthcare, employment, hygiene and more.
Supporting individuals and families in need.
Providing essential services and resources.
Connecting people to help, faster.
Serving communities across the region.
Here are a few stories from individuals who found support through ESS. Their journeys show what's possible when people are connected to the right resources at the right time.
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The ESS app helped me find a nearby food center and a safe place to stay. I didn't know these resources existed before.
Daniel, Program Participant Coachella Valley
I was struggling to find healthcare and the app showed me a clinic near me. It made a huge difference.
Jada, College Student Riverside
ESS connected me with job training and housing support. I'm now back on my feet and working again.
Michael, Community Member Riverside
ESS started with a simple but powerful idea: resources exist, but many people don’t know where to find them or how to access them. We created the ESS app and website to change that — connecting those in need with the people and organizations that can help.
What began as a local initiative is now a growing movement, with a vision to reach more communities and make sure no one is left behind.
ESS bridges the gap between people in need and the resources available in their community. Here's how it works:
Get the ESS app from the App Store or Google Play.
Use location-based search to discover resources near you.
Access details, directions and contact information to get help — fast.
Connect with services, get the help you need, and move forward.