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Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 By UFC

In December, our holiday gift drive achieved remarkable success! Every one of our youth received gifts on their wish list. This was made possible thanks to the generous contributions from a diverse group of supporters. We extend our gratitude to Full Picture, whose assistance secured a shoutout from Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara and tapped …

Thursday, December 14th, 2023 By UFC

Last month, we held a Thanksgiving celebration for our Pathways residents at one of our housing sites. Staff, NextGen Board members, and our youth came together to connect, laugh, and share a meal. Together, we celebrated friendship, cherished our community, and reflected on the meaning of gratitude.

Monday, November 27th, 2023 By UFC

A huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 Fall Gala! It was so inspiring and humbling to see so many show up in bright, bold, and beautiful colors in support of our incredible Brass Ring Honorree, Anastasia Soare, and ultimately our foster youth!

With your help, we were able to raise $700,000, …

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 By UFC

This year, our very own NextGen Board member Alex Caruso hosted some of our scholars for a day at the Grove. The morning started with a private tour of the Grove that led into a presentation with executives including Rick Caruso. The youth then got to enjoy lunch and a private screening at the AMC …

Monday, August 7th, 2023 By UFC

On July 14, 2023, our scholars entering their first year of college gathered at Kenneth Hahn Park for a day of fun, food, and goodies! Molina Healthcare sponsored a taco truck for everyone to enjoy and also individual “Dorm Kits” with all the essentials needed for a new college student. One of our scholars even …

Monday, January 23rd, 2023 By UFC

In December, we put on holiday parties for our Education and Pathways youth and their loved ones. There was music, games, festive food, a caricature artist, face painting, and much more! This year, every one of our youth received a gift of their choosing. Making sure each of our kids feels seen, cared for, and …

Tuesday, December 20th, 2022 By UFC

On Saturday, December 17th UFC hosted a Candy Cane Lane walk-through for UFC participants, alumni, and their children and caregiving families. This was a joyful and fun-filled experience where attendees got to see each other, say hello to Santa & Mrs. Claus, enjoy some holiday music, collect snacks and gourmet cookies, and choose a holiday …

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022 By UFC

A heartfelt thank you to Shari, Jojo, Brooke Friedman, and our Education program staff for hosting a special boutique shopping experience in the Antelope Valley called the SheStyles Event!

SheStyles first started when the Freidman girls began collecting clothing during the pandemic and developed a rewarding way to connect young women facing hardships with clothing that …

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022 By UFC

Our in-person 2022 Fall Gala was a huge success! Over $650,000 was raised to help current and former foster youth in our education and housing programs achieve a lifetime of self-sufficiency and success.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and supported the gala. Because of your care and generosity, our program participants will be …

Tuesday, October 4th, 2022 By UFC

We are so excited to be back in person this year at a new venue – the beautiful Skirball Cultural Center. This will be a lovely evening with an elegant cocktail hour, a formal sit-down dinner, live entertainment, and award presentations.

We hope you will join us to learn more about United Friends’ impact on the …