Planting Seeds for Healthier, Stronger Communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to strengthen organizations and communities by designing culturally responsive programs and systems that improve health, mental health, workforce development, and community wellbeing—particularly for Latino and underserved communities.
Core Values
Equity
Culturally rooted access for every family
Community
Healing through connection and shared purpose
Integrity
Accountability through data and results
Cultural Pride
Honoring Latino heritage, resilience, and creativity
Collaboration
Building stronger systems together
The Challenge:
A Critical Gap in Mental Health Access
In California, there are about 40 million people and nearly 16 million residents identify as Latino, yet only 36% of Latino adults who need mental health care receive it. Within Los Angeles County, about 425,000 Latino Medi-Cal members require mental health services, but only 45,000 are served, leaving nearly 380,000 people without care. These disparities stem from language barriers, cultural stigma, workforce shortages, and limited system capacity.
Consequences:
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Decreased academic achievement and higher dropout rates
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Elevated risk of substance use, depression, and suicide
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Increased hospitalization and homelessness
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Rising public costs and intergenerational trauma
The solution starts with culturally responsive systems that see, hear, and serve every family.
Contact
Los Angeles, California
