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Monday, November 27th, 2023 By UFC

Recently, our education teams held a “4 Systems of Higher Education” workshop for the high school youth. Vital information regarding how to differentiate between the different types of college options available in California and beyond was paired with important exercises on how to see which college fits each of our youths’ situations best—reiterating that there …

Monday, November 27th, 2023 By UFC

Meet Benji! Born and raised in Los Angeles, Benji is a proud alum of UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Sociology. Now, he’s making waves in Public Relations at The Walt Disney Studios.

As a participant in UFC’s Youth Ambassador Program, Benji represents us at special events and on social media, passionately speaking about his …

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 …

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 By UFC

Our scholars recently went on an overnight college tour trip! These college visits are an extension of our Scholars’ Program and aim to inspire our scholars to attend college and equip them with the resources to make post-secondary education attainable and successful.

They visited UC Berkeley, CSU, and UC Santa Barbara and had lots of fun …

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 By UFC

In her senior year of high school, Tiona’s determination shines bright. Despite her family’s move mid-semester, disrupting her four-year connection with friends and dreams of joining the basketball team, Tiona remains undeterred. The hurdles she faces around transportation issues momentarily dimmed her “A/B” brilliance, but Tiona’s resolve never falters.

Collaborating with her counselor, she is crafting …

Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 By UFC

Meet our Hero of the Month, Maurice James! For nearly 20 years, Maurice James has been an invaluable part of the United Friends family and a dedicated member of the NexGen Board. His expertise brings our annual graduation ceremonies to life, creating unforgettable moments for our graduates. By day, Maurice is the Head of Development …

Monday, August 7th, 2023 By UFC

While in high school, Sherrie felt defeated because she saw many of her classmates transitioning into their dream universities. Not academically eligible for a university, she decided to take the transfer path. Demonstrating persistence at Los Angeles Southwest Community College, Sherrie became a competitive applicant for UCLA.

The transition to UCLA proved challenging as she had …

Monday, August 7th, 2023 By UFC

Meet our extraordinary Hero of the Month: Jessica Harris-Merrida! As a first-generation college graduate and a driven Production Finance Executive, Jessica’s incredible journey has inspired her to give back to the community. She understands the power of proper resources and guidance in shaping young lives, which fuels her passion for empowering youth to excel. Let’s …

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 …

Saturday, July 1st, 2023 By UFC

On Thursday, June 15th, our Pathways Program team partnered with The Wonderful Company to host a legal workshop for our young adults. This “Know Your Rights” workshop covered topics such as how to safely interact with law enforcement and prepare for a court date. The staff also took time to answer specific questions from our …