Monday, November 4, 2024
More
    HomeHealthTwelve BIPOC-Led Organizations Receive Grants from L.A. Care

    Twelve BIPOC-Led Organizations Receive Grants from L.A. Care

    All of the grantee organizations have been working to mitigate the impact of historic oppression and marginalization of their communities.

    LOS ANGELES, California — Twelve organizations led by Black, Indigenous or other people of color, will receive a portion of a $1.25 million “Equity and Resilience” grant, announced L.A. Care Health Plan Nov. 27.

    The 12 organizations receiving grants are:

    All of the grantee organizations have been working to mitigate the impact of historic oppression and marginalization of their communities. The 12 grantees provide services in a variety of areas, including: providing support and resources to justice-impacted people experiencing homelessness; advocating for policies that improve the health and well-being of Black women and girls; advocating for safety, equity, and wellness in the Latino LGBTQ+ community; showing Black and Latino youth a variety of paths in STEAM careers; empowering Southeast Asian youth and communities through a leadership program; and developing an understanding and appreciation of diverse communities through the arts.

    This is the 4th round of “Equity and Resilience” grant funding by L.A. Care, which began the program in 2019. L.A. Care Health Plan serves more than 2.9 million members in Los Angeles County, making it the largest publicly operated health plan in the country.

    Social Ads | Community Diversity Unity

    Info Flow