our partners & SPONSORS

Eric Klein founded the CAN-DO Organization due to his disillusionment with charitable organizations' need for more transparency in documenting the use of contributions. He believes many NGOs operate in an unregulated sector with money changing hands without accountability. While acknowledging reputable charities, he emphasizes the need for proof of positive results and evidence of expenditures.

During his experience in Sri Lanka after the 2004 tsunami, Klein aimed to assist CAN-DO and other relief efforts, assess the situation, and answer where aid money went. Faced with bureaucratic obstacles, he founded CAN-DO.org to address the need for more transparency. The organization aims to show donors how their money is spent, providing a Virtual Volunteering Program for tracking relief work progress. Eric was instrumental in setting up the gym, building it from the ground up, and fitting it with the best equiptment. He continues to add to the space and program as a mentor and advisor for A Fighting Chance. Eric and Cando have been instrumental in the growth of our organisation. 

CREED LA’s mission is to ensure that the construction industry in Los Angeles has a highly trained and professionalized work force that supports projects that have positive impacts for the community. CREED LA champions the creation of good jobs with health care, training, and a secure retirement for LA’s working families, while being sensitive to any potential impacts and the local environment.  CREED LA has the active support of the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Iron Worker, and Rod Buster Trade

Extraordinary Families is a nonprofit foster care and adoption agency based in Los Angeles, dedicated to supporting children and youth in foster care by providing stable, loving homes. They recruit, certify, and support foster and adoptive families while also offering programs like UP4Youth to help young people transition into adulthood. Committed to inclusivity, they welcome individuals of all backgrounds to foster, ensuring that every child has the opportunity for a brighter future. More information can be found at extraordinaryfamilies.org.

When Kids In The Spotlight Founder and CEO Tige Charity first visited an all-girls group home in 2007, she had no idea the size of the seed planted in her heart.

In May 2009, with no prior experience and only the help of family and friends. Charity created Kids In The Spotlight, Inc. (KITS). This unique and highly specialized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization provides a platform for youth impacted by foster care to tell their stories their way.

“We are teaching kids that they can re-write the end of their story.”

Using film as a vehicle, we are teaching underserved youth that they have the power and skills to rewrite the end of their story and do great things.

SusieCakes is the premier All-American, Home-Style Bakery with the most delicious baked goods you have ever tasted. They are baked on site, from scratch, every day. We are an established, yet still young and dynamic company.

Our Brand is built on offering a delicious selection of baked goods, coupled with exceptional service. "Connecting through celebration"​ is what we believe in and what we do everyday with our Team Members, our guests and our community.

LA2050 has developed five goals for Los Angeles in the year 2050 – to make Los Angeles the best place to connect, create, learn, live, and play.

The goals were shaped through the engagement of tens of thousands of Angelenos and input from experts, advisors, and partners. Each of the goals is supported by a set of metrics that, taken together, define what it will mean for us to achieve success.

Goldhirsh Foundation has been a steadfast supporter of community-driven initiatives aimed at making a positive impact. Their generous contribution of $50,000 to Fighting Chance underscores their commitment to empowering underserved youth through martial arts, mentorship, and life skills training. This support will help further the mission of Fighting Chance to provide a safe and supportive environment where young people can build resilience, confidence, and a sense of belonging. We are deeply grateful for Goldhirsh's belief in our vision and their dedication to helping us create lasting change in the lives of the next generation.

Ross Clothing Outlet has generously contributed vouchers to Fighting Chance, furthering our mission to support underserved youth. Their support ensures that young athletes have access to essential apparel, reinforcing our commitment to providing not just training, but also the resources needed to succeed. We are grateful for Ross Clothing Outlet’s partnership and their dedication to making a tangible difference in our community.

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell is a dedicated public servant with a deep-rooted commitment to the communities of Los Angeles County. Born and raised in Leimert Park, she represents the Second District on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, serving over two million residents across various cities and unincorporated area. 

We thank her for all her support.

Janice Hahn is the Los Angeles County Supervisor for the Fourth District, dedicated to public service and community advocacy. With a political career spanning Congress, the LA City Council, and now the Board of Supervisors, she champions issues like homelessness, transportation, and environmental justice. A strong advocate for infrastructure and public safety, Hahn continues her family’s legacy of serving Los Angeles, ensuring meaningful progress for the county’s diverse communities.

 Kiva is a nonprofit organization that provides microloans to entrepreneurs, small businesses, and individuals who lack access to traditional financial resources. Founded in 2005, Kiva operates on a crowdfunding model, allowing people from around the world to contribute small amounts that collectively fund life-changing loans.

Through Kiva, borrowers—often from underserved communities—gain access to interest-free capital, enabling them to start or expand businesses, invest in education, or improve their quality of life. Lenders, in turn, have the opportunity to support meaningful projects and witness the direct impact of their contributions.

The Latino Education Fund (LEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing educational opportunities for Latino students and their families. Their mission focuses on closing the achievement gap by providing scholarships, mentorship, academic support, and community programs that empower Latino youth to succeed in higher education and beyond.

LEF works to increase college access and retention for Latino students through initiatives such as financial aid assistance, leadership development, and advocacy for educational equity. By partnering with schools, businesses, and community organizations, they strive to create pathways for success and uplift future generations.

Through their efforts, the Latino Education Fund plays a vital role in fostering academic excellence, career readiness, and socio-economic mobility for Latino communities across the country.