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UFC events and activities for foster youth
Events are held throughout the year for youth in our programs and other foster youth throughout Los Angeles. Check this section out to see what's been happening at UFC and what events are coming up.
Past Events
College Sponsorship Thanksgiving Celebration
UFC College Sponsorship students, alumni, and staff gathered to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday at Universal Citywalk's Saddle Ranch Chop House. A giddyup' good time was had by all as people swapped first semester stories while delighting in all things barbeque. The highlight of the evening arrived as everyone crowded around the Saddle Ranch's mechanical bull to watch the brave souls attempt to stay atop the bucking bit of steel. The evening ended with hugs and a feeling of gratitude for food, friends, and fun.
Save the Date
Grand Opening of The Palace
February 22, 2012 - The Palace, Long Beach
Please join UFC, LINC Housing, the City of Long Beach, and The Long Beach Housing Development Company to celebrate the grand opening of The Palace Apartments - a historic hotel in Long Beach converted into brand new apartments for former foster youth in UFC's Pathways Program.
Celebration Graduation
June 7, 2012 - Walt Disney Concert Hall
This 23rd annual event honors the academic achievements of foster youth.
For Los Angeles high school seniors with a GPA of 2.8 and above and plans to attend college or trade school in the fall.
College Within Reach
September 29, 2012 - USC
13th annual college preparatory event
UFC has partnered again with the USC School of Social Work to help foster youth get on the path to college. Open to 6-12 grade students living in foster care or emancipated foster youth, as well as caregivers and social workers.