Synopsis:
Agape Koinonia Alliance, Inc. is a certified 501 (c) (3) that was established in 2014. Our mission is to serve and empower young people in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, as well as the city of Pomona.
Each year, we provide essential resources less fortunate kids of all ages from elementary through high school. The resources include backpacks and school supplies for their educational journey, Christmas toys to bring joy during the holiday season, and awards recognizing students who excel academically and serve as role models both at school and in their communities.
In addition to our work with younger students, we offer scholarships and financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate college students. Their support is designed to help them overcome financial barriers and achieve their academic goals.
Our efforts positively influence the lives of approximately six hundred children and students each year. We provide gifts for Christmas, school supplies and backpacks prior to the start of the school year. Furthermore, we subsidize programs that prepare meals that allow less fortunate children to receive Christmas dinners and toys.
Also, as means of encouragement, we provide a number of students who do well academically and are good citizens on campus and in the community with awards. We realize the value of letting these kids and youth know we believe in them. We have letters on file from apartment managers where we serve kids and youth, K through high school, acknowledging our efforts.
At our community fundraisers, we provide a venue for selected students and kids to showcase their talents and gifts before an audience as means of encouragement, confidence, and experience.
Parents of the kids and community members welcome and laud our efforts. We have received reports of amazing life changing occurrences linked to outreaches. Many of the college awardees are now college and university teachers and counselors; business owners; Ministry Leaders; and others are gainfully employed in the community. Many high school awardees are in college and doing well. Others continue to excel academically and engage in positive events. Several are serving in the military. Some have completed and been commissioned via YWAM. We have certificates on file from local judges, congressmen, county supervisors and corporate sponsors acknowledging our endeavors to help enrich the lives of these wonderful beings.
2025 Events
On July 19, 2025, we held a community outreach awards and fundraiser event at Temecula Music Teacher School, where two music students performed; scholarships and awards were provided to high school graduates; awards given to youth and kids for their academic success and good conduct, a panel of college students provided information regarding their college experiences to high school graduates who would be entering college. In July and August, we provided 264 backpacks/school supplies to kids and youths. We provided financial support for two youths to attend summer camp as well as support for foster kids to attend camp.
In December, we were invited to join the Temecula California Highway Patrol (CHP) in a caravan event. This initiative included CHP officers, volunteers, and students who are currently enrolled in a high school academy and preparing to pursue careers as CHP officers. Our involvement facilitated collaboration and engagement with future law enforcement professionals.
As part of our outreach, we provided toys to children in several communities, including Temecula, Murrieta, Hemet, Riverside, and the City of Pomona. This effort aimed to bring holiday cheer to even more families across these regions.
Our board members coordinated a Christmas outreach event in Riverside, where they were joined by students and department staff from the University of California, Riverside (UCR), as well as members of Second Birth Church. The collaboration helped support local kids during the holiday season. (See Facebook Picture).
2026 Events
On July 18, 2026, we hosted our Annual Community Event at Temecula Music Teacher School. This event brought together students, families, friends and local performers. Program Features: Performances by a high school color guard; cello performance by a 12-year-old student; piano and vocal performance by a 12-year-old student along with a local vocalist and a gifted guest speaker. Twenty-three students received awards for academic achievement, and all younger children received gifts. During the month of July and August, we also donated 200 backpacks along with filler paper, binders, pens, pencil and spiral notebooks. Also, we helped four kids, including two foster kids, attend summer camp. In December, we will launch our Christmas outreach, which includes toys and help sponsor a local Christmas meal for disadvantaged kids. We welcome partners who would like to support these initiatives and help make a meaningful impact in the community.
Supporters:
We are deeply grateful to our supporters, whose generosity and commitment make our work possible. Our supporters include Agape Board Members, individual donors, local pastors, and organizations such as CHP, Morongo, Texas Roadhouse, Carl's Jr, Chick-fil-a, Food 4 Less, Albertson's, Vince's Spaghetti, Home Depot, Starbucks, and Stater's. Each one of the supporters plays a vital role in helping us pursue our mission.
The Need for Continued Support
While we have accomplished much with the help of our supporters, there is still more that can and needs to be done. We invite you to join us in our efforts to encourage and bring a brighter future to those we are committed to reaching. Your support can make a meaningful difference.
How You Can Help
To join our cause, please visit our Donation page and select the donation method that works best for you. Every contribution, no matter the amount, is sincerely appreciated and helps us continue our vital work. Our 2026 budget is $25,000.
Chairman
