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Tuesday, September 29th, 2020 By UFC

This past year, one of our Pathways residents, Queysi, showed an inspiring amount of grit and perseverance after suffering a severe car accident that left her with a totaled car and significant back injuries. After quitting her job to undergo months of physical therapy, Queysi’s ability to function and complete everyday tasks slowly returned. Once …

Friday, June 26th, 2020 By UFC

King Trivia Night was a great success thanks to each of you who joined in on the fun in support of Los Angeles foster youth!

Because of your generous giving, we raised over $19k for our young people, so thank you!

Your support means that United Friends can respond to the increasing needs of foster youth and their …

Monday, June 3rd, 2019 By UFC

Robert A. Daly Jr., Linda Daly, and Brian Daly were honored at the United Friends of the Children 40th Anniversary Brass Ring Awards Gala, on May 28 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The event raised more than $1.2 million to support Los Angeles County foster youth.

The Brass Ring Awards Dinner honors individuals whose humanitarianism has put opportunity within the reach …

Wednesday, May 1st, 2019 By UFC

United Friends of the Children is proud to announce the appointment of Matt Strieker as their incoming Executive Director.

“On behalf of the Board, we are delighted to have Matt come in as our next Executive Director,” said Robert Daly Jr., Board Chair. “His experience and passion for our mission and programs will take UFC to …

Sunday, March 10th, 2019 By UFC

Last month United Friends of the Children headed to Washington, D.C. for NCAN Hill Day, an annual event coordinated by National College Access Network that brings students from across the country to D.C. in an effort to advocate for policy change around college access and affordability for all students.

Friday, June 1st, 2018 By UFC

Kimberly Marteau Emerson, Ambassador John B. Emerson and Tremale Berger were honored at the United Friends of the Children 15th Annual Brass Ring Awards Dinner, on May 31 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The event raised more than $1 million to support Los Angeles County foster youth.

The Brass Ring Awards Dinner honors individuals whose humanitarianism has put opportunity within the reach of children. …

Wednesday, February 21st, 2018 By UFC

United Friends of the Children  has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the S. Mark Taper Foundation. The grant will provide education and housing support for hundreds of Los Angeles County foster youth. United Friends is a leader on the frontlines of improving the lives of over 1,400 foster youth every year in Los Angeles County.

“We …

Thursday, February 8th, 2018 By UFC

Dr. Kara Allen Soldati, President & CEO of United Friends of the Children, reflects on her two years at the helm of United Friends, and shares some exciting new developments:

 

Dear Friend,

For nearly forty years, United Friends of the Children has remained committed to improving outcomes and breaking the cycle of poverty for Los Angeles …

Friday, February 2nd, 2018 By UFC

Guest joined hosts Shelley & Frank Litvack + Nicole & Allan Mutchnik + Christina Zilber AT THE BEVERLY HILLS CRAWL and helped raise over $250,000 for United Friend’s Housing and Education Programs

Tuesday, July 11th, 2017 By UFC

United Friends of the Children announced today that Jamie Sullivan will serve as Chief Development Officer for the organization. Sullivan recently served as Vice President of External Affairs at the Cleveland Food Bank where she oversaw a staff of 25 who focused on fund development, communications, volunteer services, advocacy, and community relations. In her role, …