Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation

In the 1960s, Latino/a community members organized around their shared experiences of lack of services and widespread poverty. In 1964, they formed the Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation (SSCF). Their goal, similar to the Unity Council, is to improve the lives of Oakland Latinos and help the community celebrate their cultural heritage. The SSCF and Unity Council were some of the first organizations to lay the foundation for the empowerment and uplifting of the Latino community in East Oakland. Today, they offer many programs, including help with immigration, citizenship, financial literacy, English language classes and youth programs.