LEARN ABOUT & BRING HOPE
TO CHILDREN IN NEED

An immersive experience that brings stories to life. Each tour includes an opportunity to pack food for children living in poverty.

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About poverty encounter

Why poverty encounter?

Your eyes will be opened to the realities of children living in poverty in the US and around the world. Through immersive environments and group activities, you’ll learn the daily challenges these children face. You will also participate in a service activity to prepare food and resources that will be delivered directly to the hands of children in need, alongside the hope of the gospel.

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WHAT TO EXPECT
2-Hour Experience

2-hour experience includes guided exhibit tour and a hands-on service activity.

Real Life Stories

Explore the realities of poverty through stories of real children and families.

Share God’s Love

Understand God’s love for the poor and how you can share His love with others.

Make a difference

Prepare food and resources that will be delivered directly into the hands of children in need.

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Your Impact

Since opening in December 2018, Poverty Encounter guests have made a huge impact on the lives of those living in poverty.

229,805

MEALS PACKED

11,930

VOLUNTEER HOURS

20,000

GUESTS VISITED

*as of March 2023

Stories of Impact

I learned that people struggle, and people need help and we can do stuff to help. I learned that people don’t have a nice environment to live in. I hope that what we did today makes a big impact.

Phillip, student

Just to hear and see the differences in our lifestyles is humbling.

Claire H, student

After learning about their struggles, I realized we need to help them any way possible. We can help by donating money and doing what we did today and volunteer our time to make boxes and fill them with food.

Alex M, student

…you’re able to actually see the way that someone is living.

Audra T.

After hearing all their stories, I am starting to realize how thankful I am to have a good education and that having homework is important.

Molly, 5th grade

The trip made me grateful for the food and things I have.

Anna, 5th grade

At first I wasn’t really concerned about poverty, but once I started listening to the videos and hearing these stories from adults’, kids, and teens, I really started to care.

Sarah, 6th grade

It was so sweet to be able to have conversations with my students about how they too can be agents for change, even at their young age. I was thankful that I was able to provide them with such a sobering experience and get to see God touching their hearts as they learned about poverty, and the church’s mission to meet others where they are.

Mychaela E.

HOURS & LOCATION

Poverty Encounter is located within Children’s Hunger Fund at 13931 Balboa Blvd.,
Sylmar, CA 91342

Tours are offered for groups and individuals Tuesday-Saturday.
For complete operating times, please select “Get Tickets” to see the tours that are currently available.

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CONTACT US

Poverty Encounter is located within Children’s Hunger Fund at:
13931 Balboa Blvd. Sylmar, CA 91342.
Phone: (818) 979-7090
Email: info@povertyencounter.org

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