AVANCE is a leading national non-profit organization working to transform the lives of underserved, under-resourced families.

AVANCE walks alongside children and caregivers in primarily Latino communities to achieve social and economic justice.

We envision a world where all children and families have equitable access to resources and opportunities to reach their fullest potential, transforming the communities in which we live.

We believe that all children and families have the potential for success.

We believe that parents are their child’s first and most important teachers and that home is the first classroom

We believe that all parents have the innate ability to nurture and care for their children, and are the key to creating an environment that helps their children reach their full potential

We believe in the education of the whole person and whole family as a means to physical, emotional, and economic wellbeing.

We believe that all parents and children should be treated with dignity and respect.

Excellence

We provide high-quality, innovative parent and child education for the communities we serve.

We provide a welcoming, safe, and stimulating learning environment.

We strive to exceed expectations in all our programs.

Community

We are culturally sensitive and inclusive.

We foster a working environment where staff can flourish and grow professionally.

We cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with community partners.

Integrity

We honor our commitments and responsibilities, and hold each other accountable for behaviors, actions and results.

We are transparent, professional, and collaborative.

We are trustworthy, reliable, and fair.

Empowerment

We treat all families, children, staff, and volunteers with dignity and respect.

We act as a catalyst to build confidence, strength, and self-sufficiency.

We offer opportunities to build leadership and advocacy skills.