City Hall Holiday Closure

Santa Ana City Hall is closed December 25, 2025, to January 2, 2026; there is no street sweeping December 25-26 and January 1. Go here to see all service impacts.  

Youth services

The Youth Service Provider Network (YSPN) is a coalition of agencies that serve Santa Ana youth 16-24 years of age.  We receive funding from the Department of Labor through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.  We offer unique and innovative programs that help youth transition into the world of work.  Our programs are free to eligible youth and all services adhere to nondiscriminatory and equal opportunity practices.

Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center

  • Location: 2215 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92706
  • Contact: Cristina Iniguez or Andrea Magaña, (714) 547-5468
  • Youth ages/profile:  16-24 (this includes students and those who are out of school)

Services available

  • Paid work experience and training to build skills and earn income.
  • Job preparation and job search support (resumes, interviews, job matching).
  • Academic and career counseling for high school completion and college enrollment.
  • Tutoring and study skills training to boost academic performance.
  • Leadership and life skills workshops.
  • Mentoring, support services, and incentives to reduce barriers and motivate youth.

 

StandUp for Kids

  • Location: 1055 El Camino Dr, Unit E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  • Contact: Elle Martinez or Steve Nshanian, (714) 356-5437
  • Youth ages/profile:  16-24 (Out-of-School)

Services available

  • Housing navigation and employment readiness training.
  • Paid internships to gain work experience.
  • Academic and career counseling (finish high school and enroll in college).
  • Leadership and life skills workshops and classes.
  • Tutoring and study skills support.
  • Free access to computers, internet, printer, fax, and scanner.
  • Food bank assistance.
  • Supportive services and adult mentoring.

 

Working Wardrobes

  • Location: 2000 E. McFadden Ave Ste. 100 Santa Ana, CA 92705
  • Contact: Megan Chelling, (657) 232-9417
  • Youth ages/profile:  16-24 (Out-of-School)

Services available

  • Career navigation and personalized employment plans to set goals and explore career pathways.
  • One-on-one career coaching (resumes, interviews, and more).
  • Workforce readiness workshops (resumes, interviews, financial literacy, workplace culture).
  • Access to technology and job search tools (computers, online learning, real-time coaching).
  • Professional clothing support for interviews and work.
  • Critical needs assistance to overcome immediate barriers with supportive services.
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