Mission: Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) provides underserved youth with exceptional programs in academics, arts and athletics within a nurturing environment, empowering them to develop their potential, pursue their education and strengthen their communities. Serving more than 2,200 youth each year, 90% of HOLA's elementary school students perform at or above grade level, and more than 97% of HOLA's high school seniors graduate and go on to post-secondary education. Out success is founded on safe environments, nurtured by a no-wrong-door approach, amplified by word-renowned partners, and perpetrated by students who become productive, caring, and responsible citizens. (Less)

Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1996, and donations are tax-deductible.