Dear South Central LAMP Community, As we come to the end of February—also known as Black History Month—I’d like to reflect on how Black history continues to shape our present moment and why it remains deeply relevant today. As we uncover realities about the world we thought we knew, it has become clear that some...Read More

Dear South Central LAMP Community, I’m really unsure what to write at this moment. It feels like I’m trying to go about my day like normal, when there is nothing normal about what is going on in our country. Recently, two people were shot and killed by ICE with little care for life or consequences....Read More

Dear South Central LAMP Community, Capturing an entire year in one letter is never easy. It feels even harder this year, when so much has happened. Yet as I look back, one truth stands out: the greatest gift of 2025 was discovering how many allies we had walking with us through some very tough moments....Read More

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed individuals can change the world. In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead Dear South Central LAMP community, I have witnessed some truly incredible human moments in my life and our Thanksgiving Food Drive was one of those moments—made possible all because of...Read More

Dear South Central LAMP Community, As the day of giving thanks approaches, I thought it would be meaningful to reflect—both as a team and with the families we serve—on what we are grateful for. Personally, I carry deep gratitude for many things, including for the people I have met along the journey of being part...Read More

Dear South Central LAMP Community, As you may already know, the government shutdown is deepening food insecurity for countless Americans—including many who, until recently, were employed and had never needed to visit a food bank. With benefits halted and families unable to access essential assistance, our community is preparing for a sharp rise in need....Read More

Dear South Central LAMP community, I want to begin this month’s letter by thanking everyone who has reached out to support those we serve. Your love and encouragement mean so much, and I am deeply grateful. These past months have been difficult for our community—as they have been for many others. Personally, I have felt...Read More

Be cautioned – today’s truth telling is hard to hear. At least, it was hard for me to hear. But first, let me tell you a little about my childhood. I was raised by a Guatemalan mother and a Salvadorean stepfather, both of whom loved this country deeply. I grew up seeing America through their...Read More

Dear South Central LAMP, As you can imagine, the continued ICE raids on our community have been very challenging to live with, to say the least. Many are feeling stressed, fearful, sad and sometimes a little hopeless. But I am determined to find ways to resist the oppressive, violent ways this administration and its supporters...Read More

I’m excited to finally share about a few things we’ve been working on this past school year! With the support of a consultant afforded to us through a foundation grant, we strived to formalize the work we do using nationally recognized language. South Central LAMP has been providing supportive services, as well parenting and English...Read More