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Our Programs

Creating Pathways to Economic Mobility

SAFE empowers women and girls through education, guidance, and essential support. Our programs are designed to remove barriers, strengthen educational pathways, and help women and families build more economically secure futures.

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Girls & Youth Empowerment

Helping girls and young people see what is possible for their future and giving them the tools, guidance, and opportunities to create a plan to get there.

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    Education & Economic Mobility

    Helping women and student parents pursue their education, prepare for meaningful careers, and build long-term economic stability.

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      Stability & Family Support

      Sometimes an unexpected expense is all it takes to jeopardize a woman’s education. SAFE provides practical and emergency support so women can meet immediate needs while continuing to work toward their educational goals.

        SAFE Stability Fund

        Removing Barriers to Education

        Unexpected expenses can put a woman’s education at risk. The SAFE Stability Fund provides emergency financial assistance and individualized support to women and student parents facing barriers that could prevent them from staying enrolled and reaching their educational goals.

        Support may help with transportation, childcare, educational expenses, legal assistance, and other urgent needs that can disrupt a student’s progress.

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        Back to School

        Building Brighter Futures One Backpack at a Time

        Since 2020, SAFE’s Back-to-School Program has helped student-parent families prepare for a successful school year by providing backpacks and essential school supplies to their children. What began as a small effort to support a handful of families has grown into a program that has distributed more than 2,000 backpacks throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

        For many of the mothers we serve, back-to-school season can be one of the most stressful times of the year. While working toward their educational goals, they are often balancing the costs of housing, childcare, transportation, food, and other basic necessities. Purchasing school supplies for their children can create an additional financial burden when families are already doing everything they can to get by.

        Through the support of donors, volunteers, and community partners, SAFE helps relieve some of that stress by ensuring children have the tools they need to start the school year with confidence. By investing in children and supporting their parents’ educational journeys, we are helping create stronger families and brighter futures for generations to come.

        Adopt-A-Family

        Supporting Families During the Holidays

        Adopt-A-Family Program Since 2020, SAFE’s Adopt-A-Family Program has helped make the holiday season brighter for student-parent families facing financial hardship. Many of the women we serve are working hard to balance college, parenting, employment, and everyday expenses. During the holidays, providing gifts and special experiences for their children can feel out of reach.

        Each year, SAFE partners with generous donors, businesses, and community members to “adopt” families by providing holiday gifts, clothing, essential items, and gift cards. Our goal is not only to meet immediate needs but also to remind families that they are seen, valued, and supported by their community. The Adopt-A-Family Program brings joy, hope, and dignity to families during a season that can often be stressful. By supporting parenting students and their children, we help create meaningful holiday memories while encouraging parents to continue pursuing their educational goals and building brighter futures for their families.

        Supporting Student-Parent Families 

        Providing holiday assistance to parenting students working toward educational and career goals. 

        Gifts, Essentials & Holiday Cheer

        Providing toys, clothing, gift cards, and essential household items to help families celebrate the holiday season.

        Community-Powered Impact

        Connecting donors, volunteers, and community partners to bring hope and joy to families in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.


        Program Outcomes

        Annual Reach Across Our Core Initiatives

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        1000+

        Women & Children Served Supporting women, girls, and student-parent families since 2019.

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        2000+

        Backpacks Distributed Helping children start the school year prepared and ready to learn.

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        150+

        families served through our Adopt-A-Family Program Bringing hope and joy to families during the holiday season.

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        College Partnerships Working alongside colleges across Los Angeles and Orange Counties to support parenting students.

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        Help expand family support, youth opportunities, and neighborhood outreach by volunteering your time or partnering your organization.

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        Serve families directly, mentor youth, or support community events in meaningful ways.

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        Collaborate through sponsorships, event support, or service referrals to widen impact.

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