Kaimore

Kaimore is addressing the specific problem of generational and cyclical poverty affecting transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. These vulnerable populations face significant hurdles in accessing education, training, and support due to compounding systemic barriers such as socioeconomic disparities. In the U.S. alone, there are approximately 424,000 children in foster care, and about 13.6 million single parents, the majority being single mothers, grappling with these challenges. Globally, an estimated 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime, often by an intimate partner.

One of the severe consequences of poverty and cyclical poverty is homelessness. Homelessness is often a result of financial instability, lack of affordable housing, and limited access to support services, which further exacerbate the challenges faced by transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, approximately 17 out of every 10,000 people in the U.S. experienced homelessness on a single night in 2020. Furthermore, families with children are particularly vulnerable, accounting for 36% of the homeless population in the U.S.

Generational and cyclical poverty perpetuates the cycle of poverty by limiting access to education and resources, hindering the ability to afford basic necessities and achieve long-term economic security. In the U.S., poverty disproportionately affects certain demographic groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, single-parent households, and individuals with lower levels of education. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the poverty rate in 2020 was highest for Black and Hispanic individuals, single mothers, and those with less than a high school diploma. Globally, poverty affects millions of people, with the World Bank estimating that nearly 10% of the world's population lives on less than $1.90 per day.

Several factors contribute to these challenges, including:

1. Socioeconomic Disparities: Limited access to quality education and job opportunities due to socioeconomic factors.
2. Lack of Financial Literacy: Many do not have the necessary financial knowledge and skills to manage money effectively.
3. Lack of Career Development Opportunities: Limited access to career development resources and support.
4. Language and Communication Barriers: The need for multilingual support to cater to diverse communities.
5. Inefficiencies in Manual Case Management: Challenges in managing and scaling support services efficiently.

To address these challenges, Kaimore provides essential financial literacy and career development training that go hand in hand. Through a holistic approach, Kaimore provides participants with confidence, responsibility, critical thinking skills, and real-world experience. Entrepreneurship training is also offered, providing mentorship and support for youth to explore business ideas, develop plans, and launch ventures. Furthermore, Kaimore offers one-on-one mentorship and financial assistance for educational and vocational opportunities to empower individuals to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic stability.

Kaimore's program offers a transformative journey towards financial security, stable living, and career advancement for transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. The yearlong program reaches over 450+ at-risk women and youth/TAY annually. 

The program kicks off with a Workforce Development phase from July to September, where participants engage in paid internships in various career tracks such as food, hospitality, IT, and warehousing/logistics. Alongside this, they participate in masterclasses covering resume building, interviewing, job search strategies, and networking, and receive assistance in connecting with future employers. Following this, the Path to Homeownership phase in September and October helps participants understand the homebuying process and prepare for loan qualifications, providing them with access to affordable/ permanent housing programs in preparation to depart transitional housing.

The Year-end Reflection and New Year Goals phase in November and December allows participants to conclude the year with assessments and celebrate their achievements. They also proactively create SMART goals and vision boards for the new year. From January to April, the program offers Free Tax Services, including tax preparation with IRS-certified tax preparers to maximize tax deductions and credits, debt consolidation and credit repair services, and assistance with Medicare/medical sign-ups for the uninsured. Finally, the Financial Education and Training phase in April and May focuses on equipping participants with foundational financial knowledge and helping them develop a one-year budget.

In addition to the structured curriculum, the program offers year-round soft skills masterclasses covering resume building, interviewing skills, communication, time management, computer literacy, and professionalism. It also includes an Entrepreneurship Cohort, providing an educational course on starting a business, including panel discussions and insights into day-to-day operations. 

Kaimore's technology plays a crucial role in addressing two significant challenges: language and communication barriers and inefficiencies in manual case management.

One of the major hurdles faced by at-risk communities is the language and communication barrier, which can impede their access to essential services and support. Kaimore's AI-powered platform is equipped with multilingual support capabilities to cater to diverse communities, ensuring that language is not a barrier to receiving the help and resources they need. The AI algorithms can translate and adapt content in real-time, providing personalized recommendations, feedback, and support in multiple languages. This ensures that the program is accessible and inclusive, breaking down language barriers and enabling individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage effectively with the program and achieve their goals.

Managing and scaling support services efficiently can be challenging due to the manual nature of case management, which can result in delays, errors, and inconsistencies in service delivery. Kaimore's platform automates repetitive client inquiries and streamlines the case management process, eliminating inefficiencies and enabling more effective and scalable service delivery. The ML algorithms analyze individual data and behavior to deliver personalized recommendations and support, allowing case managers to focus on providing personalized guidance and mentorship to individuals rather than administrative tasks. This automation and optimization of case management processes can enable Kaimore to scale its impact and reach thousands of individuals more efficiently.

Kaimore's target population consists of transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse, who face significant barriers in accessing education, training, and support due to compounding systemic challenges such as socioeconomic disparities. 

Transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse face significant hurdles in accessing education, training, and support due to compounding systemic barriers like socioeconomic disparities. In the U.S. alone, there are approximately 424,000 children in foster care, and about 13.6 million single parents, the majority being single mothers, grappling with these challenges. Globally, an estimated 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. These barriers result in limited job opportunities and financial instability, perpetuating the cycle of poverty and hindering their capacity to afford basic necessities and achieve long-term economic security.

The scale of the problem is substantial, affecting millions of individuals both locally and globally. In the U.S., foster youth face a challenging transition to adulthood, with only about half graduating from high school, and only about 3-6% earning a college degree by age 26. Single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse often face financial hardships and barriers to accessing education and stable employment, contributing to their vulnerability and economic instability. Globally, an estimated 140 million children are orphaned or abandoned, many of whom face significant challenges in accessing education and employment opportunities as they transition to adulthood. Furthermore, domestic abuse affects millions of women worldwide, limiting their ability to access education and economic opportunities.

These vulnerable populations are currently underserved due to a lack of tailored, comprehensive support and resources to address their unique needs and circumstances. Traditional support systems often fall short in providing effective, personalized assistance and fail to equip individuals with the necessary skills and resources to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic stability. Or, many government programs are inefficient and have bottlenecks due to staffing and staff capacity. Furthermore, language and communication barriers and inefficiencies in manual case management further exacerbate these challenges, limiting access to essential services and support.

The Kaimore program offers a transformative journey towards financial security, stable living, and career advancement, including paid internships, a pathway to homeownership, entrepreneurship opportunities, and ongoing community support. The program is structured into several key components aimed at comprehensive personal and professional development, including workforce development, homeownership preparation, year-end reflection and goal setting, free tax services, and financial education and training. In addition to the structured curriculum, the program offers year-round soft skills masterclasses, an entrepreneurship cohort, a business accelerator, and community support and building activities to foster a sense of community and peer support. The program is designed to transition people into permanent and housing and create sustainable solutions to poverty and homelessness. 

Through this comprehensive and personalized approach, Kaimore empowers individuals to overcome systemic barriers, achieve economic stability, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families, directly and meaningfully improving the lives of transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. 

Our team, led by Executive Director Joyce Lam, is uniquely positioned to design and deliver the Kaimore solution to our target population of transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. Joyce has been on the ground serving the homeless community for 8 years and has firsthand experience identifying key pain points that often lead to homelessness, as well as understanding the demographics that are particularly vulnerable. She has leveraged this experience to design Kaimore's programs, choosing to focus on homeless and poverty prevention, empowering the next generation by targeting vulnerable mothers, youth, and young adults to support.

Joyce and our team bring a wealth of lived experience and close proximity to the experiences of being low-income, having overcome its challenges through education and career development. This personal connection to the communities we serve enables us to understand their unique needs, challenges, and aspirations, and to design a solution that is tailored to address these specific issues effectively.

The design and implementation of the Kaimore solution are meaningfully guided by the communities' input, ideas, and agendas. We actively engage with the target population through focus groups, surveys, and one-on-one consultations to gather feedback and insights, ensuring that the program is responsive to their needs and aspirations. This participatory approach ensures that the solution is grounded in the lived experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve, making it more relevant, effective, and impactful.

Our team is committed to empowering individuals to break the cycle of poverty, achieve economic stability, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families. We are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable populations, and our close proximity and deep connection to these communities enable us to build trust, foster relationships, and provide the personalized support and resources needed to help individuals overcome systemic barriers and achieve holistic personal and professional development.

Since our founding in 2018 and incorporation in 2020, Kaimore has experienced exponential growth, serving over 350 individuals in 2022 and 850 in 2023. We continue to see a growing waitlist and inquiries from new partners, reflecting the increasing demand for our services. We have established a strong network of 28 partner organizations in health, mental health, housing, corporate partnerships, and social service organizations, which help provide accountability and additional wrap-around services to our clients.

Milestones 
Financial Literacy

• Established 12 Mobile Free Tax Preparation Sites in LA County.
• Served 478 Individuals & Families through our Tax Program.
• Helped claim $500k+ in EITC & Tax Refunds.
• Hosted 12 Financial Workshops and 5 First-time Homebuyer Workshops.
• Engaged 1202+ Participants in workshops, resulting in an average of 42% increase in savings.

Entrepreneurship

• Hosted 5 Entrepreneurship Workshops.
• Launched the Kaimore Accelerator program and accepted 3 idea-stage entrepreneurs.
• Provided coaching to 39 Small Business owners.
• Consulted 18 Individuals on business startup.
• Created 18 new jobs through our entrepreneurship initiatives.

Workforce Development

• Hosted 10 Workforce Development/Career Workshops.
• Piloted the MarketReady Program.
• Created 23 Resumes and helped 38 people find employment.
• Supported 29 individuals in becoming self-employed.
• 12 Graduates from our Career Development Program.
• Reached an audience of 8,000+ with our Online Kaimore Career guide.

Housing and Homeownership

• Hosted 8 workshops with over 300 attendees focused on housing and homeownership.

Volunteerism

• Welcomed 1 additional board member and 3 advisory members.
• 47 Volunteers assisted with our free tax prep program.
• 4 Volunteers engaged in our Skid Row Outreach.
• 2540+ Hours Donated by Volunteers.

A majority of our clients are from Black and Hispanic/Latino/a communities, highlighting our commitment to serving vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by poverty and systemic barriers. Our accomplishments demonstrate our dedication to empowering individuals to break the cycle of poverty, achieve economic stability, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families.

Our continued growth and impact are a testament to the effectiveness of our programs and the meaningful difference we are making in the lives of transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. We remain committed to expanding our reach, improving our programs, and collaborating with our network of partners to enhance the support and resources available to our clients, enabling them to overcome systemic barriers and achieve holistic personal and professional development.

We are applying to Solve because we believe in the power of collaboration and the potential to leverage the Solve network to overcome specific challenges that are hindering our growth and scalability. Since our founding in 2018, Kaimore has experienced exponential growth, serving over 350 individuals in 2022 and 850 in 2023. However, we are currently facing several financial, technical, legal, and market barriers that we hope Solve can help us overcome to expand our reach and impact.

One of our primary financial challenges is the lack of unrestricted funding. A majority of our contracts are reimbursement-based, requiring us to front the overall program cost before receiving reimbursement from the government. This approach leaves us with no reserves in our bank and limits our financial flexibility. We are seeking support to secure unrestricted funding to increase our financial security and operational flexibility, enabling us to meet the growing demand for our services effectively.

In addition to financial challenges, we aim to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of our AI-powered Career Coach platform to provide more personalized and efficient support to our clients. We would appreciate technical guidance and expertise to optimize our AI-based platform, leveraging the latest advancements in AI and machine learning to improve the platform's performance and impact.

As we look to grow our organization and team and eventually scale our program, we also need legal guidance to navigate complex regulatory and compliance issues. We are seeking legal support and expertise to ensure that we are compliant with all relevant laws and regulations and to provide guidance on organizational and operational matters as we continue to grow and scale our impact.

Furthermore, the demand for our services is much larger than what we can currently offer, and it is above our capacity. We would like to leverage Solve's network to connect with partners who can provide support and guidance on organizational development, team expansion, and program scalability to meet the growing demand and provide the right solutions effectively.

By partnering with Solve, we hope to connect with like-minded organizations, experts, and partners who can provide the necessary support and resources to help us overcome these barriers and continue to expand our reach and impact. We are committed to empowering transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse to break the cycle of poverty, achieve economic stability, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families, and we believe that with Solve's support, we can make an even greater difference in the lives of the individuals we serve and create a positive and lasting impact on our community.

Kaimore's solution is innovative in its comprehensive, personalized, and scalable approach to addressing the complex challenges of poverty, unemployment, and economic instability among transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. Our program leverages technology and AI to enhance accessibility, inclusivity, and efficiency and focuses on emerging or stable career tracks such as IT, food/service, hospitality, and warehousing logistics with economic upward mobility and potential.

Innovative Approaches Personalized and Comprehensive Program

Kaimore offers a transformative, yearlong program that includes paid internships, a pathway to homeownership, entrepreneurship opportunities, and ongoing community support, providing a holistic approach to financial security, stable living, and career advancement. By focusing on the whole person and providing wrap-around services to ensure the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of participants, we address the root causes and contributing factors of poverty and empower individuals to break the cycle of poverty and achieve long-term economic stability.

Leveraging Technology and AI

Kaimore leverages cutting-edge AI and machine learning technology to address language and communication barriers and inefficiencies in manual case management, automating repetitive client inquiries, providing multilingual support, and eliminating inefficiencies in manual case management, enabling more effective and scalable service delivery. By leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, inclusivity, and efficiency, we can reach more at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse and provide the support and resources they need to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic stability.

Focus on Emerging or Stable Career Tracks

Kaimore's program focuses on emerging or stable career tracks such as IT, food/service, hospitality, and warehousing logistics with economic upward mobility and potential. By aligning our program with high-demand industries and providing participants with the necessary skills, training, and support to pursue careers in these fields, we help create new job opportunities, foster economic growth, and empower individuals to build assets, increase their income, and achieve long-term financial security.

Catalyzing Broader Positive Impacts Changing the Market/Landscape

Kaimore's innovative approach has the potential to change the market/landscape by demonstrating the effectiveness and impact of a comprehensive, personalized, and technology-driven approach to poverty alleviation and economic empowerment. By showcasing the success and scalability of our program, we can inspire and encourage other organizations, policymakers, and stakeholders in the space to adopt similar approaches, leverage technology and AI to enhance service delivery and reach, and collaborate to create a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable ecosystem for poverty alleviation and economic empowerment.

Leveraging Technology to Reduce Bottlenecks

By leveraging technology and AI to automate and streamline service delivery, Kaimore can reduce bottlenecks created through staffing capacity, enhance the efficiency and scalability of our program, and enable more effective and timely support and resources to at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse. This innovative approach not only improves the quality and impact of our program but also sets a new standard for service delivery in the sector, encouraging other organizations to adopt technology and AI to enhance service delivery, improve efficiency, and reach more individuals in need of support.

At Kaimore, we are dedicated to breaking the cycle of generational poverty that affects millions of Americans. Kaimore is not just addressing the symptoms of poverty; we believe in rebuilding lives from the ground up by addressing the root causes. Our mission is to build a strong foundation for all underserved communities, providing them with the tools and support they need to avoid falling into the traps of crime, homelessness, and poverty. Through our programs, underserved communities gain the skills and knowledge necessary for financial success, whether it be through smart money management, pursuing dream careers, starting profitable businesses, or achieving permanent housing or homeownership along with support services for everything in between. Our commitment is to enable individuals to create stable, independent lives and break free from the cycle of poverty permanently. 

Kaimore's theory of change is grounded in a comprehensive programs designed to address the unique challenges faced by transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse, empowering them to achieve economic stability and build a brighter future for themselves and their families. 

The immediate outputs of our program include:

• 478 Individuals & Families served through our Tax Program.
• $500k+ in EITC & Tax Refunds claimed.
• 12 Financial Workshops and 5 First-time Homebuyer Workshops hosted, engaging 1202+ Participants.
• 5 Entrepreneurship Workshops hosted.
• 39 Small Business owners received coaching.
• 10 Workforce Development/Career Workshops hosted, resulting in 23 Resumes Created, 38 People Found Employment, and 29 People becoming Self-Employed.
• 8 Workshops hosted with over 300 attendees focused on housing and homeownership.

The longer-term outcomes we expect to achieve include:

• Economic Stability: Empowering individuals to break the cycle of poverty and achieve long-term economic security through employment, savings, and financial stability.
• Educational Advancement: Equipping participants with the necessary skills and resources to pursue further education and training opportunities, enhancing their employability and career prospects.
• Homeownership and Housing Stability: Providing participants with the knowledge and support to navigate the homebuying process and access affordable housing programs, leading to stable and secure housing.
• Entrepreneurship and Business Development: Supporting participants in exploring and developing business ideas, launching ventures, and creating new job opportunities, contributing to economic growth and community development.
• Personal and Professional Development: Fostering confidence, responsibility, critical thinking skills, and real-world experience through mentorship, coaching, and soft skills masterclasses, enabling participants to achieve holistic personal and professional development.

Our theory of change is supported by third-party research, findings from process and impact evaluations, and data from interviews with our target population. According to a study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, access to financial literacy and career development programs significantly improves individuals' financial well-being and employment outcomes, highlighting the importance of our program's focus areas. Our process and impact evaluations have shown that participants who engage with our program experience an average of 42% increase in savings, 29 people becoming self-employed, and 12 graduates from our Career Development Program, demonstrating the effectiveness of our approach in achieving the desired outcomes.

Our impact goals for Kaimore's solution are focused on achieving transformational change in the lives of transition-aged foster/at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse by empowering them to break the cycle of poverty, achieve economic stability, and build a brighter future for themselves and their families. Our impact goals are:

1. Increase Household Income and Financial Stability: Empower participants to increase their household Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) and achieve financial stability through employment, savings, and financial literacy.
2. Improve Employment Outcomes: Increase employment rates and 6-month employment retention rates among participants, helping them secure and maintain stable employment in high-demand industries.
3. Achieve Housing Stability: Increase the successful transition into permanent housing and 1-year permanent housing retention rates among participants, helping them secure and maintain stable and secure housing.
4. Promote Financial Inclusion: Increase the percentage of participants with a bank account, promoting financial inclusion and access to financial services and resources.

Measuring Progress Data Collection

To measure our progress towards achieving these impact goals, we collect client demographic data including gender, sex, age, residency, ethnicity, housing status, employment status, household size, number of dependents, and zip code they live in. This data enables us to understand the unique needs, challenges, and barriers faced by our target population and tailor our program to meet their specific needs and circumstances.

Specific Indicators

• Household AGI

• Savings Amount

• Employment Rate

• 6-month Employment Retention Rate

• Successful Transition into Permanent Housing Rate

• 1-year Permanent Housing Retention Rate

• Bank Account Ownership

Success Metrics

Our success metrics include:

• Average Increase in Household AGI: We aim to achieve an average increase in household AGI among participants by a specific percentage to demonstrate their economic progress and financial stability.

• Average Increase in Savings Amount: We aim to achieve an average increase in savings amount among participants by a specific percentage to demonstrate their financial literacy and ability to manage and save money effectively.

• Employment Rate: We aim to achieve a specific employment rate among participants to demonstrate their employment outcomes and success in securing stable and sustainable employment in high-demand industries.

• 6-month Employment Retention Rate: We aim to achieve a specific 6-month employment retention rate among participants to demonstrate their ability to maintain stable employment and achieve long-term economic stability.

• Successful Transition into Permanent Housing Rate: We aim to achieve a specific successful transition into permanent housing rate among participants to demonstrate their housing stability and success in securing and maintaining stable and secure housing.

• 1-year Permanent Housing Retention Rate: We aim to achieve a specific 1-year permanent housing retention rate among participants to demonstrate their ability to maintain stable and secure housing and achieve long-term housing stability.

We developed an AI Career Coach for our website by leveraging the capabilities of the OpenAI API. The integration involved linking the native chat feature provided by the Wix platform with the OpenAI API. Essentially, when a user interacts with the chat interface on the website, the backend infrastructure forwards their messages to the OpenAI API for processing. Subsequently, the API generates a response based on the input, which is then seamlessly relayed back to the user through the chat interface, providing real-time engagement and assistance.

Users are prompted to ask questions pertaining to information encapsulated within our organizational framework, such as inquiries regarding our four pillars. For example, users might inquire about tax deadlines or seek clarification on financial instruments like IRAs.

Moreover, the system is equipped with tailored instructions to address inquiries specific to Kaimore, covering comprehensive details about our programs, booking procedures, and key team members available for contact. This ensures that the chatbot possesses an extensive repository of organizational knowledge, facilitating informed interactions with users and providing real-time engagement and assistance.

Additionally, we have an in house ML Algorithm that analyzes and provides suggestions based off of client data to assist case managers in providing individualized support. 

It can automates repetitive client inquiries, provides multilingual support, and eliminates inefficiencies in manual case management, enabling more effective and scalable service delivery. By leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, inclusivity, and efficiency, we can reach more at-risk youth and single mothers/women affected by domestic abuse and provide the support and resources they need to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic stability.

4 Part Time Staff

1 Contractor

8 Volunteers

3 Years

Kaimore is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment that minimizes barriers to opportunity for staff and provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for all team members. Our team is composed of individuals from diverse genders, sexual orientations, and ethnicities, and our board consists of a mix of ethnic backgrounds and socioeconomic backgrounds, reflecting our commitment to diversity and inclusion at all levels of our organization. Our leadership team is composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a wealth of different perspectives, experiences, and insights to our organization. We believe that diversity is a strength and strive to create a culture that values and celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and promotes equity and opportunity for all team members.

Our team's goals for becoming more diverse, equitable, and inclusive include implementing diverse hiring practices to attract and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, creating an inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique skills, perspectives, and ideas, and providing equitable opportunities for professional development, advancement, and leadership for all team members, regardless of their background, to minimize barriers to opportunity and promote career growth and success. To achieve our goals for becoming more diverse, equitable, and inclusive, we have implemented diverse recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of candidates and promote diversity in our hiring practices, implemented inclusive policies and practices that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and empowerment, provided training and development opportunities to enhance cultural competency, awareness, and sensitivity among team members and promote a more inclusive and equitable work environment, and actively sought feedback from team members and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement, address concerns, and continuously refine and enhance our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Kaimore's core principles guide our approach to program development, implementation, and evaluation, ensuring that we prioritize the needs and aspirations of the individuals and communities we serve, base our decisions and interventions on sound evidence, research, and best practices in the field of social services, are committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and improvement as an organization, are results-oriented and focused on achieving measurable impact and outcomes, and believe in the importance of community engagement and participation in all aspects of our work. By fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, implementing inclusive policies and practices, providing equitable opportunities for professional development and advancement, and upholding our core principles, Kaimore is committed to creating a supportive and empowering work environment for all team members and ensuring that our organization is reflective of the communities we serve, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work, and driving positive change and transformational impact in the lives of those we serve and the communities we operate in.

We receive most of our funding primarily from government contracts (80%). Additional (15%) comes from corporate bank sponsorships and (5%) private donations.

We want to continue to get recurring contracts with the government and win more contracts. We currently have 2 recurring contracts with Los Angeles County and 1 with the City of Los Angeles. We have also started fundraising campaigns this year expected to bring around 10% funding in unrestricted funds.