Concord, CA – September 27th, 2024 – The Unity Council is thrilled to announce that the Office of Head Start has awarded a competitive grant totaling $4.2 million per year. This funding will enable the organization to serve an additional 220 low-income children, including 88 Head Start Preschool children and 132 Early Head Start infants and toddlers, along with their families. […]
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Honoring Tradition: Maria Sanchez Celebrates Culture and Community
“In our culture, we don’t forget our loved ones. We remember them with so much love,” shares Maria Sanchez, a proud Oakland resident originally from Jalisco, México. Born and raised in Jalisco, Maria has brought her deep-rooted cultural pride to Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood, where she now calls home. Maria’s connection to tradition and community is […]
Celebrating 60 Years of Change: The Unity Council Marks a Historic Milestone
The Unity Council recently celebrated six decades of transformative work in the Oakland community, and the energy at Fruitvale Village was nothing short of electric! The event brought together friends, partners, and supporters for a memorable day filled with celebration and reflection. The festivities included a fun-filled raffle, delicious food and drinks, lively dancing, and […]
Unveiling the Official Poster for Oakland’s 2024 Día de los Muertos Festival
We are thrilled to announce the official poster art for this year’s Oakland Día de los Muertos Festival, created by the incredibly talented artist Xochitl Guerrero. Her stunning artwork beautifully captures our 2024 theme, Reflecting and Rejoicing, embodying the essence of our cultural heritage and the vibrant spirit of the Oakland community. Xochitl’s vision highlights […]
Chris Iglesias Honored with Champion for Youth Award at East Oakland Youth Development Center’s Black Futures Ball
The Unity Council is proud to announce that our CEO, Chris Iglesias, was recognized with the prestigious Champion for Youth Award at the East Oakland Youth Development Center’s (EOYDC) Black Futures Ball. This honor celebrates Chris’s unwavering commitment to empowering and uplifting youth in our community. His leadership has been instrumental in creating opportunities and […]
Save the Date: The Unity Council’s 3rd Annual Festival Latino Comes to Todos Santos Plaza
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Latin American culture and community as The Unity Council hosts its 3rd Annual Festival Latino on September 15th at the stunning Todos Santos Plaza in Concord. This free outdoor event promises to be a vibrant gathering for families from across Contra Costa County, offering an exciting lineup of […]
