The doors to the Inland Valley Humane Society and S.P.C.A. are open to every animal in need. Because they are a "full access" shelter, no animal is ever turned away.
La Verne is a proud community with strong support for public schools. There are six public schools, which form a part of the Bonita Unified School District as well as three parochial schools. La Verne is also home to the prestigious University of La Verne.