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United Friends of the Children

United Friends forms consistent, long-lasting relationships with every foster youth we serve.

We prepare foster youth for life beyond foster care by giving them the confidence, tools, and opportunities they need to lead independent, fulfilled lives. United Friends empowers current and former foster youth on their journey to self-sufficiency through service-enriched education and housing programs, advocacy, and consistent relationships with a community of people who care.

10/05/2026

Bridging the gap between high school and college, meet Nalleli! 🎓💙

Nalleli graduated high school ready for her next chapter, but her fall term start date meant she couldn't move into the dorms early. With financial aid not yet available and DCFS payments still catching up, she needed a place to stay for the summer.

United Friends stepped in with a persistence grant to cover her summer housing, giving Nalleli the stability to focus on what mattered most: getting ready for college. Her adaptability turned a tricky transition into a smooth start. 💙

10/02/2026

We are honored to celebrate Marion E. Brooks as our Nancy Daly Award recipient at the Building Futures Gala. 💛

A powerhouse executive and passionate advocate, Marion has spent decades leading with purpose and giving back with intention. His work with Sunshine's Open Door Foundation has made a lasting difference in the lives of foster youth.

Join us October 27th at the Skirball Cultural Center. Grab your tickets at: https://bit.ly/4ch9SR8 🎉🙌

09/30/2026

United Friends is proud to have supported AB 179. 💛

We joined a statewide coalition urging Governor Newsom to fund a new round of California's Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention program. AB 179 established HHAP Round 7, restoring critical funding for shelter beds, rental assistance, and housing navigation for young people across California.

Stable housing is the foundation everything else is built on.

09/28/2026

Representation matters. Seeing someone who has walked your path and made it to the other side changes everything. 💛

Julissa, a United Friends alum and newly licensed registered nurse, volunteered her time to pour into the next generation because every young person deserves to know their dreams are within reach.

09/25/2026

Meet Iberia Calix, our Senior Director of Housing and Program Development. 💛

With a background in clinical psychology and experience at organizations like Covenant House and First Place for Youth, Iberia brings deep expertise and passion to supporting foster youth on their path to self-sufficiency.

We are so glad to have her on the team. 🙌✨

09/21/2026

We are so proud to announce our Brass Ring Honorees for the Building Futures Gala! 🎉💛

This year, we are celebrating Amirali Shakoorian and Lelia Scheu of Urbanworks. Their generosity and talent have created a place where foster youth can feel supported, welcomed, and at home. We cannot wait to honor them on October 27th at the Skirball Cultural Center. 🙌✨

Get your tickets today at: https://bit.ly/4ch9SR8

09/18/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we are celebrating the youth we serve while also bringing awareness to an important reality in our own backyard. 💛

Their stories, their culture, and their futures matter deeply to us. Swipe to see what their presence in LA County's child welfare system looks like.

09/17/2026

🎟️ TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! 🎟️

The Building Futures Gala is happening October 27th at the Skirball Cultural Center, and we cannot wait to see you there! 💛

We are thrilled to welcome back Sheroum Kim as our host for the third year in a row. A celebrated film producer, Netflix executive, and dedicated foster-to-adopt parent, Sheroum's passion for foster youth makes her the perfect person to lead this night.

✨ Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4ch9SR8

09/15/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from United Friends! 💛

As we celebrate, we want to take a moment to remember the Latino foster youth right here in Los Angeles. As of August 2026, 58.7% of foster youth in LA County are Hispanic. This month and every month, they deserve to be seen, celebrated, and supported.

Address

1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste 1550
Los Angeles, CA
90017

Website

http://www.unitedfriends.org/

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