Emergency Loan Campaign
Help Families Stay Safe, Healthy, and Working This Summer—Donate Today!
Families are facing urgent challenges. Just in the past month, JFLA has received 250 applications for emergency loans for:
- Rent, a security deposit, or other housing costs;
- Expensive medical and dental bills; or
- Car repairs or the purchase of a reliable used car.
Join us by making a gift for our Emergency Loan Campaign so we can deliver support to our applicants without delay. Help us raise $180,000 by August 31 to to ensure more life-changing, zero-interest, zero-fee loans are possible. Your generosity will help us make loans that are 0% interest, 0% fees, and 100% impact.
See our impact.
So far in 2025, we have provided emergency loans to 283 households, helping:
0Meet some of our emergency loan clients.
Meet Lexi. She is a former foster youth attending Long Beach City College who was preparing to transfer to Cal State Long Beach but needed a reliable car to make that possible. She supported herself through two part-time jobs and her FAFSA award, balancing school and work with determination. With a JFLA loan, she could afford dependable transportation to commute between classes and work and stay on track toward a brighter, more stable future.
Meet Susan, an elderly woman who had been staying with a family member while awaiting new housing. She was waiting for the property owner of her new apartment to get approval from the housing authority for a move-in date. Her rent will be affordable at $300/month, but she needed to be ready with a full deposit so that she did not miss out on senior housing. JFLA’s emergency loan helped her secure the apartment by covering the security deposit of $2,000.
Meet David. He is an older client that was facing nearly $7,000 in critical car repairs, including a broken radiator, compressor, and air pump. Without a working vehicle, he relied on friends for rides or taking the bus, which made everyday tasks difficult and time-consuming. A JFLA loan helped him restore his car and gave him back his independence, making daily life far more manageable.
JFLA has been an absolute lifeline for me and my children during our darkest days. When we had nowhere else to turn, JFLA stepped in with compassion and support that truly changed our lives. Despite facing numerous obstacles – from homelessness and unemployment to bad credit and domestic violence – JFLA treated us with dignity and understanding. They didn't just see our struggles; they saw our potential.Crystal, a JFLA client
Clients receive a direct deposit in as little as 10 days after applying. When that loan is repaid, we will be able to provide another loan to a person in need. It is a ripple effect of impact.
I am so thankful to the donors and constantly recommend JFLA to others in need. JFLA truly made a difference during a stressful time.Lisa, a JFLA client
*Client names and photos have been changed to protect their privacy.