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Nonprofits, Volunteers 'Spread the Love' in Long Beach
Christian Outreach in Action hosts annual Valentine's Day outreach event to share kindness and hope across the community.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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On the eve of Valentine's Day, the Long Beach nonprofit Christian Outreach in Action hosted its fourth annual 'Spread the Love' event, distributing 5,000 paper hearts with handwritten messages and care packages to first responders, seniors, homeless individuals, and other community members across the city.
Why it matters
The 'Spread the Love' event brings together a diverse coalition of nonprofits, churches, schools, city officials, and volunteers to create ripples of positivity and hope in the Long Beach community, illustrating the power of compassion and unity.
The details
Volunteers fanned out across Long Beach on Friday, February 13th, handing out the paper hearts and care packages to people in the community, from those walking their dogs to those waiting at bus stops. The initiative aimed to show that Valentine's Day is not only about romantic love, but also an opportunity to spread kindness and support the most vulnerable members of the community.
- The 'Spread the Love' event took place on Friday, February 13, 2026, the eve of Valentine's Day.
- Christian Outreach in Action has hosted this annual event for the past four years.
The players
Christian Outreach in Action
A local nonprofit in Long Beach that has served the community by providing critical resources to individuals and families in need since 1981, including daily hot meals, a food pantry, and a variety of outreach programs.
What’s next
Christian Outreach in Action plans to continue hosting the 'Spread the Love' event annually, with the goal of expanding its reach and impact across the Long Beach community.
The takeaway
The 'Spread the Love' event demonstrates the power of community-driven initiatives to bring people together, spread kindness, and support those in need, even in the face of challenges and hardship.
