why the lcf?

The Latino Community Fund of Washington State (LCF) is a group of Latino and non-Latino individuals who are concerned with maintaining a vibrant Latino community in Washington State. Currently the Latino community in Washington is growing and now is the time to invest in this community in order to secure a better future for all.

Of the billions of dollars distributed in 2005 by philanthropic institutions, only 1.3% of the money was invested in the Latino community. While there are organizations doing great work in the Latino community, they are in need of more funding to be able to improve the lives of more Latino families in our community.

The size of the Latino community in Washington State is growing over 10% per annum. However, many needs in the community persist:

30% of Latino children live in poverty

54% of Latino students graduate from high school

Only 3.6% of Latino enrolled in college complete a 4-year degree

Latino youth are overrepresented in the juvenile justice system

45% of Latino children have 2 or more risk factors that jeopardize their success in school.

   
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