Special Service for Groups, Inc. Grant



Organization - Special Service for Groups, Inc.
Grant Amount - $421,000
Foundation - California Endowment
Grant Purpose - PALS for Health: To reduce language barriers to health care for Limited English Proficient adults through health interpreter training, community awareness, outreach and education in Los Angeles County.


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