"I have been blown away by the quality of this program and the lasting effect it will have on these wonderful, bright children and their families." -LaAmistad After School Volunteer

"Our school is lucky to be a part of LaAmistad. Our ESOL students are now very well integrated into the total school population and participate in everything the other students do." -Elementary Principal

"These children are truly amazing. The positive support they get here spreads to their homes and schools. It shows in their report cards as they continually out-pace their fellow students." -LaAmistad After School Volunteer

"It’s a fabulous program. We’re grateful to LaAmistad. It’s been a plus, plus, plus for everyone, especially for our children." -Elementary Teacher

"I have enjoyed volunteering for a number of organizations in Atlanta; however, none have been as well organized and engaging as LaAmistad. The program is phenomenal!" -LaAmistad After School Volunteer

"I can communicate better at my work." -LaAmistad English for Successful Living Student

Our mission
To support Latino and other first-generation students and their families through tutoring, mentoring and programming that promotes academic, physical and personal growth.
LaAmistad, Inc. is replicating LaAmistad After School and LaAmistad English For Successful Living programs across the United States. What started as a helping hand has turned into a multi-dimensional organization serving our neighbors and strengthening our communities. LaAmistad is now beginning to reach more communities across the country by training organizations to facilitate these award-winning programs. To find out how to start a LaAmistad After School or LaAmistad English For Successful Living click on the logo below.


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2011-2012 LaAmistad Annual Report (766 KB)