A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit — Founded 2026

Building a community resource for working families in Los Angeles.

Church of Goodwill is a newly-launched community nonprofit dedicated to financial literacy, bilingual education, and connecting working families with the resources they need to navigate complicated systems with confidence.

Servicios bilingües · Disponible en español e inglés
Founder
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No family should have to navigate the IRS, financial systems, or community resources without someone in their corner — especially not because of language, income, or unfamiliarity.

Jana M. Stoner CEO & Founder
2026 Year Founded
2 Languages
LA County Focus

501(c)(3) Nonprofit  ·  California Religious Corporation  ·  La Mirada, CA

Standing with our neighbors — not above them.

Church of Goodwill was founded in 2026 in La Mirada, California, with a simple commitment: working families deserve access to the same quality of financial guidance, language support, and community connection that wealthier households take for granted.

Los Angeles County is home to one of the largest populations of underserved working families in the United States. Many speak Spanish at home. Many work multiple jobs. Many are first-generation Americans navigating systems built without them in mind.

We exist to bridge that gap — through bilingual financial education, community-based outreach, and partnerships with the organizations already serving our neighborhoods.

We are a community-built nonprofit. Our programs grow with the support of volunteers, donors, and partners who share our vision. We invite you to be part of that.

About Our Status

Church of Goodwill is officially recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and registered with the State of California.

We are in our founding year — actively building programs, recruiting volunteers, and pursuing funding to expand our community work.

Status501(c)(3) Active
FoundedMarch 2026

Three areas of focus.

These are the programs Church of Goodwill is developing in our founding year. Each grows with the volunteers, partners, and resources our community contributes.

01

Financial Literacy

Free bilingual workshops designed for working families — covering the practical financial knowledge schools never taught.

  • Understanding your tax return
  • Building credit responsibly
  • Homeownership readiness
  • Budgeting and savings basics
  • Small business fundamentals
02

Community Outreach

Meeting families where they already are — at churches, farmers markets, community centers, and disaster recovery hubs across LA County.

  • Bilingual community booths
  • Spanish-language resource events
  • Wildfire recovery support
  • Partnership with local nonprofits
  • Free educational materials
03

Tax Education

Helping working families understand the tax system — their rights, their obligations, and the credits they may be entitled to.

  • Understanding IRS notices
  • Knowing your taxpayer rights
  • EITC awareness campaigns
  • Disaster-related tax topics
  • When to seek professional help

An organization in motion.

We're transparent about where we are. Building a nonprofit takes time, and our journey is just beginning. Here's where we are and where we're going.

Mar 2026
Incorporated
California Religious Nonprofit Corporation
Apr 2026
501(c)(3) Granted
IRS Determination Letter Received
May 2026
SAM.gov Registered
Federal Entity ID Active
2026
Pilot Programs
First booth events & workshops
2027
Expand & Scale
Grow programs based on community need

This work is built together.

There are many ways to become part of Church of Goodwill. We're a young organization with big aspirations — and every connection makes us stronger.

01

Volunteer With Us

Are you a bilingual tax professional, financial educator, community organizer, or student looking for meaningful experience? We're recruiting volunteers to help shape our programs.

Volunteer Inquiry →
02

Partner With Us

Churches, community organizations, schools, and local nonprofits — we're seeking partners to reach the families who need us most. Let's talk about working together.

Explore Partnership →
03

Stay Informed

Want to follow our journey? Sign up to hear about upcoming community events, workshops, and the growth of our programs across LA County.

Join Our List →
04

Support Our Mission

As a recognized 501(c)(3), Church of Goodwill welcomes founding supporters. We're transparent that we're a new organization — and grateful for those who believe in the vision.

Contact About Giving →

Reach out. We respond personally.

Phone
Bilingual: English / Español
Mail
PO Box 1061
La Mirada, CA 90637
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Tax ID
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
501(c)(3) Nonprofit