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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
22nd Annual Celebration Graduation
Hosted by Mario Lopez, a record number of 180 foster youth participated in the graduation celebration at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Presented by UFC in partnership with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, the Los Angeles County Departments of Children and Family Services and Probation and the Teague Family Foundation, this event celebrates the academic achievements of foster youth in Los Angeles graduating from high school and continuing on to college. UFC presented over $600,000 in college sponsorships so foster youth can receive the financial support and guidance they need to attend and graduate from 4-year colleges.
Save the Date
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.