Setting the Standard for Excellence
Maryvale is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), reflecting our commitment to accountability, quality, and excellence in human services.
What Is COA Accreditation?
COA accreditation is a rigorous, evidence-based process that evaluates a nonprofit’s organizational practices, program quality, and service delivery against nationally recognized standards. It is one of the most thorough external reviews a social services agency can undergo.
Earning COA accreditation means an independent body has reviewed how we operate, how we serve families, and how we measure our performance, and found that we met the highest bar.
What It Means for Families
When you or someone you love turns to Maryvale, accreditation means:
Our Commitment to You
Our accreditation reflects the same values that have guided Maryvale since 1856 – compassion, accountability, and care that never settles for less.
“COA accreditation reflects what has always been true of Maryvale, that the children and families we serve deserve nothing less than our very best. This recognition affirms the dedication of our entire team.” -Steve Gunther, President and CEO
About the Process
The COA accreditation process includes an in-depth review of agency policies, procedures, and outcomes, as well as interviews with staff, leadership, and stakeholders. Organizations must demonstrate not only compliance but a genuine culture of quality and accountability. Maryvale completed this process in March 2026, reaffirming our commitment to the communities we have served since 1856.
Learn More About Our Work
Maryvale offers a full range of programs and services designed to strengthen children, families, and communities across the San Gabriel Valley.
