The Love We Dont See

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Organization Description

Our mission is to create spaces where youth and families can engage in self discovery and expression through love, liberation education, mutual aid, and the arts.

Program Information

At The Love We Don’t See, we’re dedicated to empowering youth through education, emotional growth, and community liberation. Founded by Sylvester Ani Jr., a passionate advocate, educator, and community builder, our work began with one goal: to illuminate the everyday love that often goes unnoticed — in schools, neighborhoods, and acts of care that make real change. We believe love is action. It’s showing up. It’s meeting people where they are. And it’s building a future where young people feel seen, safe, and supported.

At the heart of our mission is a simple yet powerful belief: everyone deserves access to nutritious food and basic essentials. That is why we organize and deliver impactful food distributions that  build hope, dignity, and connection.​

Through community food drives, pop-up pantries, and direct outreach, we have proudly provided meals and vital supplies to over 1,000 families. They are about showing up with compassion, listening without judgment, and creating a support system that families can count on. Every meal shared is a reminder that no one in our community should face hunger alone.

As the need grows, so does our commitment.

Together we are feeding families, uplifting lives, and making sure no one is left behind.

Health & Safety

We are working with youth under 18.

Our class sizes are typically 20-25

Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • CPR Certification
  • Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Pre-Placement Training
  • TB Test
Address 
17401 stark ave
Cerritos, CA 90703
United States
General Phone 
Student Contact 
Name
Sylvester Ani
Job Title
Executive Director
Phone
Email
Program(s) 
Service Learning
Organization type 
Education - Multi-level (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Children/Youth, Teens/Young Adults
Focus Area(s)
Arts, Culture, and Humanities, Civic Engagement, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice, Education
Hours of operation 

Our programs operate during regular school hours, Monday–Friday. We provide scheduled one-hour sessions at multiple school sites throughout the day. For example, we may facilitate a session at Leapwood Elementary from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM and another at Annalee Elementary from 1:00–2:00 PM. Specific hours vary by school site and program schedule.

Maximum students 
5