Our mission: To help families and individuals build wealth and assets through comprehensive programs of sustainable economic, social, and neighborhood development
Jesse says being a client of The Unity Council has drastically changed his life for the better. He first learned of TUC as a participant of the Talent Development Academy, a paid transit exploration training in partnership with AC Transit and Piikup. Jesse completed the six-week program with the skills and confidence to apply for his Class B Permit and... Read More ➞
ACCEPTING APPLICANTS 62 OR OLDER OR HANDICAPPED/DISABLED. Must be Income Qualified. Located at 3430 Foothill Blvd, Oakland CA 94601, Casa Velasco Senior Housing is a four-story building with 20 apartments (8 one-bedroom and 12 studios). Casa Velasco is a HUD 202/Section 8 senior housing for very low-income elderly or handicapped/disabled, funded by the U.S Department of Housing & Urban Development... Read More ➞
The Unity Council received funds from the Oakland Workforce Development Board to help workers most impacted financially by the coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic. Individuals must be 18 and older, Oakland residents,and eligible to work in the U.S. These supportive services may include, but are not limited to: equipment necessary to telework (e.g. computer, internet, etc.), housing assistance, utility assistance, childcare assistance,... Read More ➞
The past few days have been full of grief and anger at the police brutality and injustices that continue to plague our communities. The Unity Council demands justice for Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd. While these deaths are at the forefront of public consciousness, they represent only the latest in a long line of injustice and acts of brutality... Read More ➞
With the nation at a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, job seekers like Antonio are at a crossroads as businesses have closed and ceased hiring at the moment. Since January, Oakland resident Antonio has been looking high and low for new career opportunities in various sectors with no luck. But he knew one way or another, not even a... Read More ➞
Desplácese hasta el final de la página para leer en español. The state of California has created the Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants (DRAI) project which provides one-time, state-funded disaster relief assistance to undocumented adults who are ineligible for other forms of assistance due to their immigration status. The state funding of $75 million dollars is expected to reach about 150,000 undocumented adults... Read More ➞
On Saturday, May 2nd The Unity Council and Peralta Service Corporation worked with Mayor Libby Schaaf and Councilmember Noel Gallo to bring the Census Caravan to Fruitvale! The Mercury News captured the day in pictures, which you can see here (paywall). The Census Caravan of decorated cars called out to folks safely sheltering at home to remind them to take... Read More ➞
Post by Regina Moreno, Unity Council Staff Some days it feels like the quarantine has crushed my spirit. However, it hasn’t crushed my appetite. Food and familiar flavors are often a source of comfort in times of hardship, and what says comfort better than good food and supporting your local businesses? These are The Unity Council’s staff picks of best... Read More ➞
The City of Oakland opened a second COVID-19 test site for workers and volunteers who continue to leave their homes to serve our community. Per CDC guidelines, in order to use this free testing service, individuals must be exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms (fever, cough, and shortness of breath) or have had confirmed exposure to COVID-19. The drive-thru site will serve those... Read More ➞
El Distrito de Mejoramiento Comercial de Fruitvale está aquí para ayudarlo. Hemos desarrollado capacidad y ahora somos un equipo de cinco. Debido a eso, ahora podemos servir mejor a nuestra comunidad empresarial. Nos enorgullece anunciar que estamos implementando el Programa de Respuesta Ante la Pandemia y Recuperación Económica para abordar las necesidades de las empresas de Fruitvale. Todo nuestro personal... Read More ➞
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Have you lost wages or been laid off because of Coronavirus? We can help you access benefits like temporary unemployment insurance or food stamps. Fill out our Career Center's intake form and our staff will contact you to help you.
Intake Form¿Han disminuido sus ingresos o ha sido despedido debido al Coronavirus? Podemos ayudarlo a acceder a beneficios como seguro de desempleo temporal o estampillas de alimentos. Complete el formulario de admisión del Centro de carreras y nuestro personal se comunicará con usted para ayudarlo.
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