Executive Director

Food insecurity and access to basic needs

Expand existing project, program, or initiative (expanding and continuing ongoing, successful work)

Legacy Charitable Foundation has identified a critical need to build a stronger network of informed, compassionate allies who can effectively advocate for and support underrepresented communities in our region. Despite growing awareness around social justice issues, many well-intentioned individuals still lack the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be impactful allies.

The grant funding will support the Legacy Charitable Foundation's "Allyship" program - a 4-month training and mentorship initiative to cultivate a network of informed allies who can effectively advocate for underrepresented communities in Los Angeles. Through interactive workshops, peer-to-peer coaching, and community engagement, 100 to 150 diverse participants (including leaders, businesses, and officials) will develop the knowledge, skills, and ongoing support to become impactful, sustainable allies. The program aims to expand the pipeline of allies empowered to leverage their platforms and resources to advance equity, inclusion, and social justice.

If the Allyship program is successful, Los Angeles County will see:
- Increased number of informed, engaged allies actively supporting underrepresented communities
- Marginalized voices amplified and centered in local decision-making
- Systemic barriers broken down to improve equity and inclusion
- Greater cross-cultural understanding and solidarity across diverse groups
- More equitable access to critical services, economic opportunities, and civic engagement
- Advocacy for policy changes that advance social, economic, and racial justice This will lead to tangible improvements in quality of life and wellbeing for historically marginalized communities, creating a more inclusive, equitable Los Angeles.

Increased participant knowledge, skills, commitment to allyship
- Tangible impacts from allies' support of marginalized groups
- Improved outcomes for underserved communities over time Evaluation Plan:
- Pre/post surveys, interviews, tracking of participant actions
- Feedback from community partners - Analysis of relevant county-level data This approach will comprehensively assess the program's success in developing an impactful ally network for Los Angeles.
In 2021, we trained over 200 allies, hosted 2nd annual Allyship Summit virtually, and saw their training work.