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In our history, we’ve had the honor to work with some of the most interesting, exciting and thoughtful community leaders in Southern California. Their enthusiasm energizes us and we provide them with the tools they need to make their dreams a reality. We present some of their stories for your enjoyment here. See Current Projects to search through all of our current projects. If you’re inspired by our leaders, find out how you can pursue your ideas at Community Partners on How to Apply. |
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| InnerCity Struggle |
The MissionInnerCity Struggle promotes social and economic justice for youth and families in the communities of East Los Angeles. When InnerCity Struggle reached a critical juncture in its organizational life, new director Luis Sanchez was up for the challenge. At one point, the long-time Community Partners project lost its director. At about the same time, it was dealing with the complications of merging with another related project, Youth Organizing Communities (YOC). Luis, the former head of YOC, took the helm of InnerCity Struggle in time to face a serious budget crisis and a host of organizational issues. “It was a tough transition,” said Gloria Romero, Manager of Finance and Administration for Community Partners. “We really pushed to convey the sense of urgency and the importance of financial planning during this time.” Luis met regularly with Community Partners’ staff, who helped with cash flow charts, budget planning and grant proposals. That support enabled Luis to address the financial challenges and channel his strengths into programmatic issues, board and staff development and increasing community support. Luis has successfully led InnerCity Struggle to a new level of maturity and viability. The project is making significant strides, with youth clubs now established at three East Los Angeles high schools where students have succeeded in bringing in new counselors to improve student access to higher education. With Community Partners' assistance, Luis Sanchez has successfully led InnerCity Struggle to a new level of maturity and viability. How Community Partners Has HelpedCommunity Partners helped Project Leader Luis Sanchez solidify the group’s financial planning and tracking systems to help the organization navigate its way through a merger and a leadership transition. SOURCE: Community Partners 2003-2004 Biennial Report PROJECT STATUS: InnerCity Struggle has been a project of Community Partners since 1998, and continues to work toward economic and social justice in the Boyle Heights and East Los Angeles areas. |
