Impact and Programs
Accomplishments
Our programs provide year-round education and support to close the achievement gap and break the cycles of poverty and violence in Latino families, which contributes to a stronger, more peaceful community. In 2023, our organization served 689 low-income Latino immigrant youth, adults, families.
We measure program outcomes through our own program evaluation surveys, which program coordinators administer to participants after program completion, measure positive changes in knowledge, behavior and attitudes. Our goal for program evaluation is to achieve positive changes in knowledge, behavior or attitudes in at least 75% of program recipients. Key stakeholders (program participants, program coordinators, Executive Director, Board of Directors, partnering school personnel and supporters) are invited to be part of this process.
In addition, as a grantee from the MN Department of Public Safety-Youth Intervention Programs, our program participants participate in their surveys/evaluations. Recently, a Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Justice survey (including data from our Latino Youth Program) found that participating prevention and intervention programs lead to greater school satisfaction, behavior, attendance and achievement, less chemical use, better problem-solving skills and more pro-social problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Results and impact of our programs are shared with the community through an annual report, special events, and the organization’s website. Program outcomes in 2023 for each program are included in our 2023 Annual Report to the Community (which is included as part of this accountability process).
Current Goals
Established in 1987 as a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, the goal of our programs is to address the interconnected issues that impact underserved Twin Cities Latinos and which result in significant educational achievement gaps, high poverty rates, and high rates of violence and domestic abuse.
Our organization’s mission is to champion the development of Latino individuals and families to create a strong, peaceful community. Our critical role in closing the achievement gap and breaking the cycles of violence and poverty positively impacts the Latino community. Specifically, our organization serves hundreds of Latino individuals (689 in 2023) and families in the community each year by:
Fostering social and emotional development in youth and preparing them for successful educational and career pathways.
Providing parents with the tools to support their children’s development and paths to success.
Empowering individuals and families to live violence-free and engage meaningfully in their communities.
Our programmatic goals for 2024 are the same as those achieved in 2023. Details of our 2023 outcomes and accomplishments are detailed by program in our 2023 Annual Report to the Community. As of the time of completion of this Accountability process, we have already surpassed our goals for 2024. Details will be competed and published in our 2024 Annual Report to the Community early in 2025.
Community or Constituency Served
Low-income Hispanic/Latino immigrants of all ages (mostly youth and adults) residing in the Twin Cities
Geographic Area Served
Twin Cities
