About Us


The LA Strong Foundation was created by Philanthropists, and Venture Capitalists Maxi Kozler Koven and Drew Koven. The Koven’s have a long and distinguished track record of supporting various causes and nonprofit organizations as Executive Leaders, Board Members and Donors.

A 501(c)(3), of grassroots, boots on the ground, first and fast responders, we simplify the complexity of accessing urgent aid for those in crisis, supporting the well-being of Los Angeles. One call is all it takes.

We work hand in hand with nonprofits, community organizations, and local leaders to understand what people truly need that will make a difference.

The Work We Support

We don’t work from an ivory tower. We’re on the frontlines.
We combine day-to-day community knowledge with our experience as executives, entrepreneurs, and investors, applying the same practical, solutions-oriented approach we’ve used to build successful businesses.

By providing essential products, resources, operational support and business acumen with hands-on support, we simplify complexity and solve problems. We collaborate with our network of partners to make big things happen fast and cost effectively.

Our Focus

Essential Needs

Family & Community Stability

Children, & Youth Education

Health, Wellness & Healing

Small, Local Business Support

TransitionAL LIVING & FOSTER CARE

Workforce Development

Career Pathways

Children & Youth Sports

Community Safety

Volunteerism

Disaster Recovery & Resilience

No bureaucratic or administrative processes. We show up, roll up our sleeves, and stand up, hand in hand to make a difference with and for those we serve.

The team

Drew Koven

Drew Koven

Co-founder & Executive Director

Maxine Kozler Koven

Maxine Kozler Koven

Co-founder, Board President

Carly Furst

Carly Furst

Director of Partnerships & Giving

Darby Woods

Darby Woods

Palisades Team Leader

Jordan Koven

Jordan Koven

Head of Teen Volunteering

Eddy Curry

Eddy Curry

Board Member & NBA Champion

Jessica Schrobilgen

Jessica Schrobilgen

Board Member

Chris Graves

Chris Graves

Board Member

Caroline “Cookie” Park

Caroline “Cookie” Park

Board Member

Emily Seoane

Emily Seoane

Social Media, Event Marketing

Emmanuel Ruggiero

Emmanuel Ruggiero

IT Advisor