The MacArthur Park Community Initiative (MPCI), is a key component of KYCC’s Prevention Education program. Committed to fostering a cleaner, safer, and more enjoyable MacArthur Park for everyone to appreciate, MPCI offers a range of interactive and educational experiences for the community. 

The Keepers program ensures that families can bond and learn together in meaningful ways and was established to support the park and promote a safe atmosphere. The twelve members gathered weekly to plan and carry out intergenerational arts activities, primarily focusing on crafts made from recycled paper and implement fun activities at the park.

Their dedication and creativity in organizing activities drew in more than 30 families and children every two weeks from July to August. To honor the month-long contributions of the Keepers Program members, a celebration ceremony took place on August 29, with community partners coming together to recognize the positive influence that the Keepers Program had in MacArthur Park.

By establishing safe spaces where individuals can contribute positively to their community and take pride in the park, our MCPI programs help ensure that MacArthur Park is a safe and welcoming place for everyone—especially families. 

“Children happily engage in their tasks, and their faces clearly show their enjoyment. The mothers also seem pleased with the program they’re participating in, and I feel truly happy about the positive impact we’re making,” notes one of the program participants.

Thank you to our program partners LA Commons, Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles, and Department of Recreation and Parks. This program is funded by Sierra Health Foundation  and Elevate Youth California Proposition 64.