About us
What is SCSC?
If you are currently a leader or a member of a secular group (humanist, agnostic/atheist, freethinker etc.) in Southern Cal, this is a great group to join. Our goals include:
1. Networking to build group cohesion and effectiveness within and between our various secular groups throughout SoCal.
2. Helping our groups to grow by broadening their offerings per the "CASE model":
- building Community
- increasing Advocacy and Political Action
- creating programs for Service and Social Causes
- providing Education for our groups as well as collective mobilization.
3. Sharing best practices with each other.
Our first Annual SCSC Virtual Conference was in 2021; link to videos are HERE.
We had our Second Annual SCSC Virtual Conference on Nov. 12th, 2022. You can catch recordings of some of the fantastic speakers we had HERE.
SCSC currently has weekly planning meetings every other Friday at noon. If you'd like to join one and become engaged, please message Dave (Organizer) or Rhett (Co-Organizer) or Judy (Co-Organizer) on Meetup. This Meetup page can help steer anyone looking for secular connections to great events happening throughout SoCal, and also be an excellent place for group leaders to share ideas of general interest and help provide greater connection. Looking forward to hearing from you. Let us know if you have questions.
Also, visit us here for more info:
SCSC Website
Upcoming events
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[Partner Event] Challenging Red–Blue Stereotypes: From Problems to Solutions
·OnlineOnlineLet's join our friends at Braver Angels.
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In a time of deep political polarization, it's easy to fall into the trap of assuming the worst about "the other side." This event invites people from across the political spectrum to come together for an honest, respectful conversation that aims to challenge common stereotypes, uncover shared values, and promote understanding—not conversion.
Hosted in the spirit of curiosity over combat, the discussion will explore the myths we carry about people with opposing political views and offer space for participants to listen, reflect, and speak openly without fear of judgment.
Whether you lean red, blue, or somewhere in between, you're welcome.
Come with curiosity. Leave with perspective.Questions? PM me on Meetup or find me on LinkedIn
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Atheist Community Yard Sale!
2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA, USSupport Atheists United Los Angeles at our second-ever community yard sale!
Whether you’re looking to clear out your closet, find a hidden treasure, or volunteer for a good cause, we need your help to make this event a success.
TABLING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
Do you have a trade, art, business, charity you want to promote? For the first time ever, we're opening this yard sale up to anyone who wants to table in our parking lot as well! (Email evan@atheistsunited.org for inquiries.)
100% of proceeds go directly to Atheists United’s charity programs, including our food distributions, student scholarships, highway cleanups, secular youth group, etc.
#### 🗓️ When & Where
- Sale Dates: Saturday, May 30th
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: 2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Parking lot around back of Center for Inquiry LA building)
#### 📦 How to Donate
Have items gathering dust? Turn them into a donation! We are hosting three drop-off days leading up to the sale:
- Drop-off Times: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Dates: Wednesday (May 27), Thursday (May 28), & Friday (May 29)
#### 🎾 What to Donate / What NOT to donate
We can not accept all donations. Please review before donating. Itemized donation receipts will be available upon request.
- We WILL NOT Accept: Large Furniture (Couches, beds, dressers), Large Tables, Oversized Art, Weapons of any kind, Heavily soiled or broken items
- We Want: Books & Media, Clothes & Accessories, Kitchen Supplies & Small Appliances, Workout Equipment, Tools, Party Decor, Children's Toys & Games, Art & Home Decor, Folding Tables & Chairs, Plastic Bins & Office Supplies, etc.
- No Returns / No Consignment: All donations to Atheists United are final. Anything not sold by Sunday afternoon will be donated to local thrift stores to ensure nothing goes to waste.
#### 🤝 Get Involved
Not only do we need shoppers and donors, but we also need volunteers! Help us sort, price, and manage the sale. It’s a great way to meet the community while supporting our secular service programs. Volunteer opportunities Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!
- RSVP to sign up as a volunteer
- Volunteer Expectations: All participants and volunteers are required to follow the Atheists United Code of Conduct to ensure a welcoming environment for everyone.
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Atheists Volunteer FOOD DISTRIBUTION! Come help and give out food!
2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA, USAtheists United, California's largest grassroots atheist nonprofit, hosts a food distribution in Los Angeles every month at our office building. We've partnered with the LA Food Bank and Sunday Assembly Los Angeles to give out over 4,000lbs of food each event.
We need volunteers to help us unload, sort, assemble, and give away grocery kits from 12pm - 5pm.
From 12pm - 3:30 we unload the truck, sort the food, and build the grocery kits. From 3:30pm - 5pm volunteers will help hand food out directly to those in need in the neighborhood. From 5pm - 6pm we'll clean up and celebrate everything we accomplished together at a local restaurant.
Free snacks and drinks provided for all volunteers.
If you'd like to be a super volunteer, contact us about showing up at 10am to help with early setup!
Food: Snacks will be provided free for volunteers. We also usually buy lunch for everyone. After the event volunteers usually gather at a local restaurant to debrief.
Safety: Safety vests, gloves, and masks are available for all volunteers. Volunteers are expected to be fully vaccinated.
Parking: Free parking available for volunteers in our parking lot off Rampart Blvd.
Dress Code: Safety requirements include: no open-toe/open-heel shoes or high heels. We recommend casual attire (jeans, t-shirt, light sweater, & tennis shoes). Please dress for the weather and wear sunscreen as needed.
Any questions, please contact Evan at evan@atheistsunited.org
We know we have only one life to live and few things bring more joy than helping others. Join us!
If you can't attend but would like to help support the program financially please consider a donation to Atheists United so we can organize more projects like this in the future: https://www.atheistsunited.org/donate-now
At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.
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