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At-Risk Children and Youth, K-12 Education
Accounting, Communications, Corporate Executive, Elected or Appointed Public Official, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Programs/Projects
The mission of The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company is to mentor, educate, and enrich youth in under-resourced communities through the creation of collaborative, original theatre.
Since 1966, the Salesian Family Youth Center of Los Angeles – located within walking distance of more than 13,000 elementary, middle and high school students – has served the Boyle Heights by providing positive after-school activities and low-cost alternative programs for thousands of at-risk and economically disadvantaged youth between the ages of 6 and 18.
The Salesian Family Youth Center (Salesian) stands as a place of hope and empowerment for the youth in Boyle Heights and neighboring communities in Los Angeles. With a history of over 57 years, Salesian has continually evolved to meet the ever-changing needs of the young population it serves. Rooted in a mission to enable youth to realize their full potential as responsible, caring citizens, Salesian operates with a holistic approach, nurturing each participant’s mind, body, and soul.
As an organization deeply entrenched in its community, Salesian has undergone significant transformations in recent years. Under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. Juan Carlos Montenegro, Salesian charted a course of independence, breaking away from affiliations with larger entities to maintain its unique identity. This strategic move allowed Salesian to tailor its programs and services more effectively to the specific needs of Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles.
We are looking for caring adults who would like to be part of our Board of Directors, who have a passion for our mission to support underprivileged children and young people in Boyle Heights! Our board members must be team players, who are willing to lead, to share their expertise, and to invest their time to support our organization. We are searching for persons who share our concern for the safety and development of our young people. The future of our communities depends on the personal, spiritual, and academic growth of our youth
The Salesian Family Youth Center (Salesian) stands as a place of hope and empowerment for the youth in Boyle Heights and neighboring communities in Los Angeles. With a history of over 57 years, Salesian has continually evolved to meet the ever-changing needs of the young population it serves. Rooted in a mission to enable youth to realize their full potential as responsible, caring citizens, Salesian operates with a holistic approach, nurturing each participant’s mind, body, and soul.
As an organization deeply entrenched in its community, Salesian has undergone significant transformations in recent years. Under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. Juan Carlos Montenegro, Salesian charted a course of independence, breaking away from affiliations with larger entities to maintain its unique identity. This strategic move allowed Salesian to tailor its programs and services more effectively to the specific needs of Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles.
Salesian envisions a future marked by expansion and a more profound impact within the community. The organization has set ambitious goals to enhance its services, reach a broader demographic, and diversify its funding sources. Recognizing the critical role afterschool programs play in the lives of youth, Salesian aims to expand its offerings and increase accessibility to its existing programs.
The coming years will see Salesian amplifying its commitment to quality youth development programs, ensuring that each activity is designed to engage, inspire, and empower participants. This involves tailoring programs for different age groups—elementary, middle school, and high school—by providing a wide array of engaging and hands-on activities that resonate with the interests and experiences of the youth.
Diversity and inclusivity remain at the core of Salesian’s mission. The organization aims to expand its reach beyond its current demographic to serve an even more diverse population. By fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates cultural diversity and embraces individual differences, Salesian strives to create an atmosphere where every young person feels valued and supported.
A key aspect of Salesian’s vision for the future involves scaling up its operations to meet the increasing demand for its services. The organization has seen a consistent rise in program participants, signaling a need for expanded resources, staff, and facilities. Salesian aims to forge partnerships with additional public, private, and corporate entities to accommodate this growth and secure sustainable funding sources.
Furthermore, Salesian recognizes the importance of adaptability and innovation in the ever-evolving youth development landscape. The organization is committed to staying abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the field, continuously refining its programs to meet the evolving needs of the youth it serves.
Salesian’s commitment to the community extends beyond providing after school programs; it’s about instilling a sense of purpose, fostering leadership skills, and guiding young individuals toward a brighter future. The organization’s dedication to creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for youth to thrive remains unwavering as it strides forward into the coming years, steadfast in its mission to transform lives and uplift communities.
Latinos LEAD promotes more inclusive and effective civil society organizations by preparing and recruiting Latinos for nonprofit board leadership; helping nonprofit organizations to develop governing boards that reflect their constituents; and, collaborating with partners to increase ethnic diversity in nonprofit governance.
