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• Finding Success in College and Life — How the Mentorship Program Supports Students  

  The Mentorship Program is part of the UWGLA Community Colleges Success Initiative, which has a goal of doubling the community college graduation rate for BIPOC students in the L.A. region. The initiative includes mentorship, academic support, financial assistance, and policy strategies.   The initiative aims to connect students to essential resources such as housing and food assistance through the Student Success Fund program and the annual Community College Resource Fair, to ensure students can successfully transfer to a 4-year college or complete a technical degree.

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• Housing Inequality Within the LGBTQ+ Community 

  It’s June, so it’s time to celebrate our sisters and brothers in the LGBTQ+ community. Although this is a month of celebration, we must remember that Pride started as a protest against inequality in 1970. Fifty-four years later we still need to talk about the inequity that the LGBTQ+ community still faces today. Being aware of the… continue reading Housing Inequality Within the LGBTQ+ Community 

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• WalkUnitedLA 2024: Breaking Cycles of Poverty, Building Communities of Prosperity 

  WalkUnitedLA 2024 was undoubtedly a memorable event for the 7,500 people who gathered at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, May 11 to walk or run for a great cause. Every year, for nearly two decades, our flagship fundraising event has become a powerful testament to what Angelenos of all ages and backgrounds can accomplish when coming… continue reading WalkUnitedLA 2024: Breaking Cycles of Poverty, Building Communities of Prosperity 

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• Health Net: Championing Health and Prosperity in L.A. 

  At the heart of Health Net’s mission is the unwavering belief that every person, regardless of age, income, employment status, or health condition, is entitled to a comprehensive health safety net. This principle aligns with our own goals, making our longstanding partnership with Health Net a cornerstone in our mission to disrupt cycles of poverty… continue reading Health Net: Championing Health and Prosperity in L.A. 

  

• United Way of Greater Los Angeles and Los Angeles Rams Raise Over $1M to Fight Poverty with WalkUnitedLA

  United Way and the Los Angeles Rams hosted 7,500 WalkUnitedLA participants, who stepped up to fight poverty and honor moms with a special Mother’s Day Celebration  INGLEWOOD, CA (May 13, 2024) — United Way of Greater Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Rams, local community and philanthropic organizations, and 7,500 participants raised nearly $1.2M during WalkUnitedLA… continue reading United Way of Greater Los Angeles and Los Angeles Rams Raise Over $1M to Fight Poverty with WalkUnitedLA

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• The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation: Investing in the Future of Los Angeles

  Ensuring all Angelenos have equal opportunities for prosperity and economic mobility is at the core of our mission at United Way of Greater L.A. This ambitious undertaking is made possible through the generous support of our partners, such as The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation. For over 50 years, The Broad Foundation has invested in… continue reading The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation: Investing in the Future of Los Angeles

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• The Annenberg Foundation: Forging a Partnership of Hope

  We are proud to highlight our long-standing partnership with the Annenberg Foundation, a key sponsor of our annual flagship event WalkUnitedLA. Over the years, their generous sponsorship has enabled us to bring our community together in support of our mission.  The Annenberg Foundation’s commitment to addressing the critical needs of our time affordable housing, food… continue reading The Annenberg Foundation: Forging a Partnership of Hope

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• Los Angeles Rams: Walking Together to Defeat Homelessness in Los Angeles 

  Teaming up with the Los Angeles Rams for WalkUnitedLA is without a doubt a winning partnership. Together, we have encouraged thousands of people from across Greater Los Angeles to help our most vulnerable neighbors remain housed.    We are deeply thankful to the Rams for their continuous support as a presenting sponsor, hosting the WalkUnitedLA event… continue reading Los Angeles Rams: Walking Together to Defeat Homelessness in Los Angeles 

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• Building Community Wealth Through College Mentorship

  Last month, during session two of our Community College Mentorship Program, the mentees and their mentors learned about the value of the cultural capital most of us possess. They were made aware of how it contributes towards building community wealth when used as an asset in the workplace.

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• Empowering Women is in Our DNA 

  It’s not surprising that women in Los Angeles, and across the state, are not only spearheading our economy but also leading communities in the pathway to prosperity across the region.  Women hold the reins at the highest levels of government in Los Angeles County —the largest in the nation. What used to be the “five… continue reading Empowering Women is in Our DNA 

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