PUENTE's Lideres Inc. STEM entrepreneur students achieved a remarkable feat at the UnidosUS: The Power of Us Conference in Chicago, Illinois during the weekend of July 22-24, 2023. Their innovative 'Ping' product and business pitch secured them 1st place in the...
It is with a heavy heart that we share that PUENTE Learning Center supporter and former LA Mayor Richard Riordan passed away on April 19, 2023 surrounded by his closest loved ones. He will be deeply missed, especially for his unwavering passion for serving others....
PUENTE Learning Center's Groundbreaking Ceremony on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 marked the beginning of construction on its $10 million+ facility renovation. Designed by Berliner Architects, the project includes a seismic upgrade and other enhancements to accommodate the...
On Thursday, September 29, 2022, our PUENTE gente gathered at our campus in the heart of Boyle Heights. Together, we celebrated the over 2,000 students and families we serve, listened to inspiring speeches, gave away exciting raffle prizes, and honored Andy Lippman...
At PUENTE, we strive to be worthy of your trust. That’s why we are pleased to share that Candid, a leading charity watchdog organization, has awarded us with its 2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency—the highest level of achievement. We hope that this affirmation from...
PUENTE is proud to have been an official Charity Partner of the 2022 LA Big 5K. On Saturday, March 19, 2022, PUENTE participated in a family-friendly run/walk as part of an exciting race weekend of the LA Marathon, passing through Elysian Park before a rewarding...
PUENTE Learning Center hosted a virtual celebration on Thursday, November 4th at 5 pm for our supporters, students, family members, and community. Friends from all over Los Angeles (and beyond) joined via Zoom to highlight our achievements over the past year. The fun...
PUENTE Learning Center welcomed back students for full in-person learning on Monday, August 16, 2021.