About the Foundation
A California 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing disaster recovery, trusted public information, and community resilience throughout Altadena and beyond.
Who We Are
Altadena Talks Foundation is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing disaster recovery, trusted public information, volunteer engagement, and community resilience throughout Altadena and beyond.
Through five core programs — from live community broadcasts and accessible multilingual content to the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Initiative℠ and the Disaster Voices Lab — we serve as Altadena's trusted information hub and recovery partner.
Our work has reached over 1.5 million community views, mobilized 232+ volunteers, cleared 247+ properties, and invested over $210,000 in community recovery efforts.
Antoinette “Toni” Raines
Director of Community Engagement
Toni Raines is the founder of the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Initiative℠ and the Director of Community Engagement at Altadena Talks Foundation. A US Air Force veteran, Toni brings decades of service, leadership, and commitment to community building.
She is also a co-host of the Altadena Talks Podcast, where she helps amplify community voices, share recovery stories, and connect residents with vital resources.
Under her leadership, the NHN Initiative has cleared over 247 properties, mobilized 232+ volunteers, and received 451+ property assistance requests from fire-affected residents.
Compliance & Transparency
Candid Platinum Transparency
Awarded the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2025 and 2026 — the highest level of nonprofit transparency recognition. View our verified profile.
501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt
EIN: 33-3590757. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
IRS Determination Letter
View our official IRS determination letter confirming our tax-exempt status.
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