We are proud to announce that our CEO, Chris Iglesias, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of UnidosUS—the nation’s largest and most influential Latino civil rights and advocacy organization. This historic appointment is more than a personal milestone—it is a testament to the power and impact of our work in Fruitvale, Oakland, and […]
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Join the Movement: Support Our Rooted and Resilient Campaign
Momentum is building behind The Unity Council’s Rooted and Resilient Campaign—a bold effort to strengthen Fruitvale and communities across Oakland through continued investment in programs that uplift, protect, and empower. Following the launch of the campaign at our Summer Soirée, an anonymous donor stepped up with a generous $10,000 gift. Now, we’re calling on our […]
A Night of Resilience, A Future of Hope
The Unity Council has officially launched the Rooted and Resilient Campaign—a bold effort to close a critical $8.6 million funding gap and continue providing essential programs and services to the communities we serve. This initiative comes at a pivotal time. Vulnerable, low-income, and communities of color are being hit first and hardest by today’s economic […]
Statement from The Unity Council on the Incident Involving California Senator Alex Padilla
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday June 13th, 2025 (Fruitvale – Oakland, CA) — The Unity Council was founded in 1964, during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, to support families facing barriers to opportunity—and that mission remains as urgent today as it was then. We firmly believe that every person—no matter their background or circumstance—deserves […]
Bay Area Latine Regional Convening Held at Juntos Fruitvale
On Thursday May 29th, The Unity Council proudly hosted the Bay Area Latine Regional Convening at Juntos Fruitvale—a powerful gathering dedicated to advancing equity and economic inclusion for Latine communities across the region. The event brought together community leaders, elected officials, philanthropic partners, and advocates—including our founder Arabella Martinez, CEO Chris Iglesias, and newly elected […]
The Unity Council Named District 18 California Nonprofit of the Year
On Wednesday, May 21st, The Unity Council was honored to be recognized by Assemblymember Mia Bonta as the District 18 California Nonprofit of the Year at the State Capitol in Sacramento. This recognition celebrates the essential role nonprofits play in strengthening communities—especially in times of uncertainty. From providing early childhood education and workforce development to […]
