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A 501(c)(3) movement · Monrovia, California

Reimaginingcommunities.Empowering futures.

We build ecosystems where youth, entrepreneurs, neighbors and leaders come together to transform cities — block by block, and conversation by conversation.

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Next upPainted Promises 2026 — Fri Oct 23 – Sun Oct 25, 2026
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Programs
9
Programs
Raised at the first Painted Promises
$18K+
Raised at the first Painted Promises
Given to Eaton Fire–affected schools
$10K
Given to Eaton Fire–affected schools
Painted Promises attendees
600+
Painted Promises attendees

Why we exist

The city is theproduct.

Not the slogan. Not the rendering. The actual experience of living in your neighborhood — that is what we are building toward.

  • Philosophy

    The resources already exist.

    Most cities are sitting on a quiet inventory of skills, services, and people who want to help. The work is making them visible to the residents who need them.

  • Promise

    Built to last past the headline.

    Programs designed for repeatability — not one-off press moments. Every initiative is structured to keep working after we leave the room.

  • Guarantee

    Where every dollar goes is important to us.

    Time, resources, grants, and every dollar donated go specifically to the initiative they were intended to support.

What we do

Nine programs.One thesis.

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Annual fundraiser · October 23–25, 2026

Painted Promises

Three days of art in Old Town Monrovia, building a permanent home for the city’s creative community.

The first edition raised $18,000+ and gave $10,000 to school communities affected by the Eaton Fire. This year, every dollar past cost funds the first year of The Creative Compound.

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The first Painted Promises: original work hung the length of the hall

Stay informed

Council, inplain language.

City council meetings shape your block. Few residents have a whole evening to watch one.

Since 2022, Chris Loos and community co-hosts have recapped every Monrovia City Council meeting — 60 episodes and counting, about half an hour each, on KGEM Television. The School District Recap does the same for Monrovia Unified board meetings: 26 episodes since 2023.

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Chris Loos, founder of Community Reimagined

Founder

Chris
Loos.

A connector, organizer, and host who believes the most overlooked civic infrastructure is the relationship between neighbors. Chris founded Community Reimagined to put that infrastructure back together — one block at a time.

Hometown
Born in Pasadena, raised in Monrovia — a Monrovia High School graduate
Media
Two decades-plus in radio and music, including the relaunch of KDAY on the FM dial
Civic
Produces Monrovia’s City Council Recap with KGEM Television
Youth
Co-founded iDream Society, supporting young artists and entrepreneurs in the San Gabriel Valley
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Get involved

Three doors.Same room.

Every relationship we build sits inside one of these three doorways. Pick the one that fits how you can help.

  • 01

    For Individuals

    Mentor a young person. Organize an event. Bring a skill to a neighbor who needs it. The simplest way to start is to show up.

    Join the movement
  • 02

    For Businesses

    Sponsor a program. Open a career exploration day. Host an internship. Make local kids your future hires.

    Partner with us
  • 03

    For Foundations

    Program funding, capacity building, and strategic partnerships designed for measurable civic impact at the block level.

    Start a conversation

In the news

What peopleare saying.

Frequently asked

Theshort answers.

What is Community Reimagined?
Community Reimagined is a Monrovia, California nonprofit that connects the resources, conversations, and events that make a city feel like a community. Founded by Chris Loos, it works from the premise that most cities are not broken but disconnected: the talent, services, and funding already exist and just need to be wired together. It runs free public events and civic programs for residents, families, and local leaders.
What is House Party at the Park?
House Party at the Park is Community Reimagined’s flagship event: a free outdoor gathering where local low- and no-cost service providers table in one place while DJs and musicians keep the energy high. Residents leave knowing which resources are available in their own backyard. It started in Monrovia in March 2024, and the third annual gathering filled Library Park on March 15, 2026.
What is Painted Promises?
Painted Promises is our annual three-day art fundraiser in Old Town Monrovia. The first edition raised more than $18,000, with $10,000 given to school communities affected by the Eaton Fire. The 2026 edition runs October 23–25 at 306 S. Myrtle Ave., and every dollar past cost funds the first year of The Creative Compound.
What programs does Community Reimagined offer?
Nine: The Creative Compound, House Party at the Park, Dream Chasers Career Day, City Council Recap, School District Recap, Make a Difference Day, Digital Dialogues, Civics Class with Cookies, and Hometown Cleanup. They range from resource fairs and youth career days to plain-language recaps of city council and school board meetings broadcast on KGEM TV.
How can I get involved or volunteer?
Fill out the interest form on our Get Involved page to volunteer, mentor, bring a skill, or partner as a business or foundation. You can also show up to any public event, such as House Party at the Park or a Hometown Cleanup.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Community Reimagined is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 39-2628323. Donations are processed through Zeffy, which charges the nonprofit no platform fees. Tax-deductible amounts may be reduced by the fair-market value of any benefits received.
Can you bring a program to my city?
Yes — every program is designed to be repeatable, and we are open to new cities. Use the interest form and choose the partnership option, or email us directly.