For over 20 years, UNITE-LA has partnered with educational institutions and businesses in Los Angeles to improve the local public education system so that all children and youth succeed in college, career, and beyond. UNITE-LA works to increase access to high-quality early childhood education, develop career pathways in high-growth industries, improve college access and success, and ensure workforce readiness. Through their programming and systems change efforts, UNITE-LA’s mission is to support equitable economic mobility and well-being for youth and adults in Los Angeles.
In 2023, supported by the Hilton Foundation, a $500,000 bridge loan from NFF helped UNITE-LA cover ongoing organizational and programmatic costs while waiting for delayed reimbursements from government contracts and grants.
In 2025, with support from the Hilton Foundation, NFF is providing an additional $500,000 low-cost bridge loan that will allow Unite-LA to navigate daily operations despite unpredictable government funding schedules, a common challenge faced by many nonprofits. Through this financing, UNITE-LA can continue delivering education and workforce development programs that support Angelenos in school and work.