La Puerta Waco

La Puerta Waco La Puerta is a 501(c)3 committed to providing compassionate support and educational resources to the Spanish-speaking community of Waco.

We focus on improving well-being through education, counseling, and community engagement. La Puerta means the door and the logo is a key. We believe that every person in the community deserves to be heard and have an opportunity for their needs to be met. We believe that an empowering and loving environment can impact not only their lives, but also the next generations of Spanish speakers in Waco.

La Puerta Waco is a faith-based ministry. The mission of La Puerta Waco is to be a ministry of accompaniment, which means walking alongside with the community practice of hospitality that seeks to connect the Hispanic/Latino community with social, legal, mental health and medical services they need. La Puerta’s response to the language barriers is to provide an array of non-traditional programs that prioritizes family support and technology, together with life skills training – all within a faith-based environment. La Puerta Waco stands for three faith-based welcoming pillars: educate, accompany and advocate. Through education La Puerta provides ESL, GED, Computer, Sewing, Soap, Art, Nutrition, Diabetes, Finance, Yoga, Gardening, and Cooking classes. La Puerta accompanies by empowering the Hispanic/Latino community in finding the help that they need. And holistic advocates as the Spanish speaking office partnering with social services and the City of Waco to better meet the needs of the Hispanic community.

06/01/2026
🎓 Congratulations to La Puerta GED Spring Class of 2026! 🎓Earning a GED is more than completing an educational goal—it i...
06/01/2026

🎓 Congratulations to La Puerta GED Spring Class of 2026! 🎓

Earning a GED is more than completing an educational goal—it is a testament to courage, determination, and the belief that it is never too late to continue learning and growing. We are honored to walk alongside each of these students on their educational journey.
Thank you to United Way of Waco-McLennan County, First Woodway and FBC Waco for your generous support and investment in adult education and workforce development. Your partnership helps create opportunities for students to achieve their goals and build brighter futures.

En honor al Día de los Caídos (Memorial Day), nuestras oficinas permanecerán cerradas hoy mientras recordamos y honramos...
05/25/2026

En honor al Día de los Caídos (Memorial Day), nuestras oficinas permanecerán cerradas hoy mientras recordamos y honramos a todos los hombres y mujeres que dieron su vida.

Felicidades graduadas y graduados!
05/22/2026

Felicidades graduadas y graduados!

Gracias Telemundo Central Texashttps://www.telemundocentraltexas.com/2026/05/19/graduados-del-programa-ged-de-la-puerta-...
05/21/2026

Gracias Telemundo Central Texas

https://www.telemundocentraltexas.com/2026/05/19/graduados-del-programa-ged-de-la-puerta-waco-celebran-un-nuevo-comienzo/?fbclid=IwVERDUAR78dJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeAbqS1G_S9p1t3OlgwCQv1nNvHyKfXnmXop55iazdHZE6FaueaRELvGnIJLk_aem_e-qfesZCqaZMFhj1et09CA

🎓👏Estudiantes del programa GED de La Puerta Waco celebraron su graduación la noche del lunes, un logro que para muchos representa más que recibir un certificado: es la confirmación de que nunca es tarde para retomar metas pendientes y abrir nuevas oportunidades.

Thank you United Way of Waco-McLennan County!
05/19/2026

Thank you United Way of Waco-McLennan County!

A GED represents more than a diploma. It represents perseverance, courage and the decision to keep moving forward.

We’re proud to support La Puerta Waco through United Way grant funding that helps create opportunities for individuals and families in our community.

Recently, Haley O'Connell, Director of Impact & Engagement at United Way of Waco-McLennan County, had the honor of speaking at La Puerta’s GED graduation ceremony and celebrating students who reached this important milestone.

Congratulations to each graduate. Your hard work is creating a brighter future for our entire community. 💙

05/18/2026

Bienvenidos

05/17/2026

Looking for support to build skills, find work or receive counseling in Spanish?

United Way-funded agency La Puerta Waco offers GED, ESL and job skills classes for Spanish-speaking adults with free childcare. With support from United Way grants and funding, La Puerta is able to provide these programs and services to neighbors in our community. They also offer low-cost, confidential counseling. No insurance required.

📍 500 Webster Ave., Waco, TX 76706
📞 254-754-3503 | 254-301-4062
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.lapuertawaco.com
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These programs help neighbors gain skills, confidence and support to move forward.

For more information about other local agencies that can help with jobs, money and housing, visit https://unitedwaywaco.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/United-Way-Agency-Guidebook-2026_Digital.pdf.

Address

500 Clay Avenue
Waco, TX
76706

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 2pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+12543014062

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