Mission
The mission of the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc. (LNESC) is to provide educational and leadership development opportunities to create lifelong learners and leaders within the community. We seek to develop America’s future workforce by effectively preparing young people for the jobs of the new economy.
History
For forty-six years, LNESC has focused on creating a comprehensive suite of developmentally appropriate educational initiatives. As the educational arm of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the nation’s largest and oldest Hispanic civil rights organization, LNESC is uniquely positioned to initiate programs aimed at meeting the academic and social needs of the Latino community. In 1968, a San Francisco LULAC Council developed a financial aid and college admissions outreach program designed to assist academically gifted but disadvantaged youth in gaining access to college. Based on the success of this program, the LULAC National Office won a grant from the Federal Office of Economic Opportunity in 1973 to provide these services on a national level. Shortly after, the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc. was established as a separately incorporated entity with its own governing board and independent control of its programs.
Proven Success
Through our education and technology centers nationwide, LNESC has served over 607,000 students, sent 159,000 students on to college, and awarded over $30 million in scholarships. LNESC’s results are made possible by a network of dedicated field staff, top-notch teachers, over ninety school partners, and the support of LULAC.
Site Locations
Our unparalleled network of education centers are at the forefront of helping disadvantaged students across the United States and Puerto Rico. Each center is unique, but every center’s foundation starts with our Department of Education TRIO Programs, known as Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math & Science, and/or Talent Search. From there, centers offer an array of programs, depending on the needs of local students and partner focus. These programs offer an array of comprehensive interventions including college access, literacy, science, technology, health, and leadership development.
Site Locations
Programs
Partnerships
Much of LNESC’s success is due to the strong partnerships we’ve formed with some of our nation’s leading corporations and organizations. Their commitment to educational opportunity for all and support of LNESC’s mission ensures deserving students from across the United States and Puerto Rico can benefit from our high quality educational and leadership development programs.
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