EMPOWERING
GENERATIONS OF
UNDER-RESOURCED
WOMEN &
THEIR FAMILIES
TO thrive

We believe Economic Mobility is a fundamental human right
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Our Mission

How We Create
Economic mobility

New Economics for Women (NEW) delivers on its mission to spark economic mobility through affordable housing, education, entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and advocacy for economic justice.

Founded in 1985, New Economics for Women fights for economic justice for under-resourced women, helping them break through systemic barriers, unlock economic opportunities, build assets and pave the way to peace of mind, prosperity and promise — for themselves, their families and the next generation.

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Empowering Our Families to Achieve Economic Mobility.

The following pillars guide our work and help us create impact in the communities we serve.

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NEW creates opportunities for wealth creation through workforce development programs, financial education and coaching, homeless prevention and pathways to home ownership.

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NEW provides diverse educational programs designed to improve academic achievement and promote life and social skills.

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NEW helps women launch and grow their businesses in order to achieve the financial freedom and stability they need to support their family.

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NEW creates economic stability through its 1700 units of affordable housing across 15 housing developments throughout Southern California.

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NEW champions women and their economic futures through data informed advocacy.

Individuals & Families

Resources for Women and their families

We can help you and your family achieve financial independence through our workforce development programs, financial education and coaching, youth education, homeless prevention, pathways to home ownership and more!

Find Services for you and your family

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Resources for Women and their Families

Housing Assistance

  • Affordable Housing Assistance
  • Homeless Prevention Program
  • Foreclosure Assistance
  • Homeownership Training Sessions

Meals, Financial Assistance & other support

  • Transportation Assistance
  • Public Benefits Screening
  • Immigration Services
  • Supportive Services (Diapers, Wipes, Food Pantry, Clothing)
  • Vita Free Tax Preparation & Filing
  • Computer Access

Job Training and Employment Support

  • Employment Coaching/Support
  • Computer Access

Youth Education

  • Learning Center: Before and After school Programs TK-5 (*exclusively for New Academy of Science & Arts and New Academy Canoga Park)
  • Summer Camp (TK-12th)
  • Tutoring (6-12 grades)
  • Cultural Art & Enrichment Classes
  • College Corner
  • Toy Loan Program
  • Cash4College
  • FAFSA: Financial Aid Assistance
  • SAT Prep Classes
  • School Supply Assistance

Building Personal Finances & Wealth

  • Financial Education
  • Financial Coaching
  • Credit Repair & Counseling
  • Homeownership Workshops
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Entrepreneurs & Small Business

Ready to start or grow
your small business?
We can help.

Our team of experts is ready to help make your dreams of starting and growing your business a reality. We serve women, BIPOC and immigrant entrepreneurs seeking business support. From marketing and advertising to operations, finances and more—we offer live, in-person and virtual business training and private business consultations in English, Spanish and Farsi.

Our goal is to see you and your business achieve the financial success and profit that will give you the financial freedom and stability you need to support your family.

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Small Business Programs:

Specialized training and community support for Entrepreneurs and Small Business owners. Find the help you need to grow your business

Click below to explore our programs

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Small Business Programs

Industry Specific Programs

  • Ready, Open, and Serve: Restaurants & Shops
  • Made in LA: Fashion Industry
  • Women in Entertainment: Film & Media Industry

Training & Mentorship

  • WBC on the Road: Bilingual Workshops for Small Business Owners all over Southern California
  • Latina Biz: Recursos en Espanol
  • 12 Step Program: Follow the Steps and Launch a new business
  • Learning Block: Workshops on Demand
  • Micro-Business Mentoring (Hands on Mentoring)
  • Promotora Program
  • C-Gem (Connect- Grow Economic Mobility)

Business Training Courses

  • Launching a Business: Strategic and Comprehensive Business Planning Prior to Launching A Venture
  • Entrepreneurial & Accessing BCA Workshops
  • Fiscal Management & Accounting Courses
  • E-commerce, Marketing & Technical Assistance
  • Green Business & Clean Tech Transitions
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One On One
Business Counseling:

  • Needs & Marketing Assessments
  • Business Plan Development
  • Legal Considerations for Small Business
  • Site Location & Lease Negotiation
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Lending Program & Financial Assistance:

  • Loan Qualification & Requirement Consultations
  • SBA Loans & Alternative Financial Services
  • Loan Packaging Assistance
  • Financial Restructuring & Planning
  • Business Grants
  • Business Credit Repair
  • One on One Financial Consultations
  • Tax Incentives and Credit Assistance
    • Employee Tax Hiring Credits
    • Local/Statewide/Small Business Incentives
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Employee Hiring/Workforce
Employment

  • Outplacement Services
  • Retention
  • Organization Assessments
  • Employee Skills Training
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New Community Investments

NEW Community Investments is dedicated to providing financial resources to minority communities in the Greater Los Angeles area and beyond. We serve the underserved, in an economy rivaling most nations.

  • Small Business Lending
  • Homebuyer Programs

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Jessie’s Cotton Candy, Popcorn y Mas
Mujeres y Dinero Program

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Tierra Del Sol

7500 North Alabama Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303

A master-planned community in Canoga Park offering 119 residential units, a community center, a charter school, and extensive recreational and support services.

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Vista Monterey

4651 Huntington Drive North, Los Angeles, CA 90032

An affordable senior housing development in Los Angeles with 48 units, gated parking, garden areas, and on-site management, promoting active and fulfilling lifestyles for seniors.

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Taylor Yard Village

1311 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90065

A 68-unit affordable housing development built in conjunction with McCormack Baron Salazar and the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Taylor Yard Apartments forms part of the Taylor Yard Village master-planned community.

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EADS

421 South Bixel Street Los Angeles, CA 90017

Once a dilapidated building overrun with gang activity, the EADS Apartments transformed into a safe community, offering 36 units of affordable housing where families can work towards their visions for prosperity.

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Single Family Residential

Various locations throughout Los Angeles County

NEW has acquired and renovated 111 single-family homes throughout Los Angeles County to create meaningful and accessible homeownership opportunities for low- to moderate-income homebuyers in areas of high foreclosure rates and disinvestment.

Our Real Estate

Transformative Communities: Empowering Lives Through
the Power of Place

NEW was founded on the belief that the “Power of Place” has the ability to transform lives. It is this belief that guides the development of our award winning affordable housing focused around the needs of our residents and on creating healthy communities that thrive and prosper for generations. We build safe and beautiful spaces that disrupt the cycle of poverty by creating communities where families thrive.

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La Villa Mariposa

7500 N. Alabama Ave. Canoga Park CA 91303

An affordable housing community in Los Angeles, featuring 115 single and multi-family residential units, community space, and educational facilities.

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La Posada

A supportive community in Los Angeles for single mothers and their children, offering 60 fully furnished units, case management, job training, and a two-year program to achieve self-sufficiency.

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Dennis P. Zine Community Center

21400 Saticoy Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303

The Dennis P. Zine Community Center is a part of the Tierra del Sol master-planned community. The Dennis P. Zine Community Center features community service space, technology and training centers, daycare facilities, and after-school program space.

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Prosperity Center

303 South Loma Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Prosperity Center is a 24,000 three-story commercial building in Pico-Union, Los Angeles, and the site of three nonprofits working in tandem to improve the health and well being of our families through unique and innovative services.

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New Academy Canoga Park

21425 Cohasset Street, Canoga Park, CA 91303

A charter school featuring 24 classrooms, a gymnasium, multimedia library, outdoor recreation space, and a high-performing student body.

Increased Income or Resources

$35,025,597

People Found NEW Economic Mobility in 2023

35,553

People Directly Served

18,043

Jobs Supported or Saved

1,392

New Businesses Created

168

Homes Purchased

28

Youth Improved Academic Performance & Full Attendance

385

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Celebrating 40 Years
of empowering Women

Established in 1985 as the first Latina-led and operated economic development nonprofit organization, New Economics for Women (NEW) was founded on the belief that economic mobility is a fundamental human right. For nearly 40 years, NEW has supported women in paving their path to peace of mind, prosperity and promise. We do this by helping them navigate and break through systemic barriers, providing comprehensive, culturally-informed support, and building intentional spaces where women and their families can grow and transform their lives. Today, NEW has grown to build over 1,700 units of affordable housing and in 2023 facilitated over 35M in increased income, resources, or capital to women and their families.

We continue to hold the audacious belief that women have the economic power to change the world.

© New Economics for Women 2025

New Economics for Women is a California-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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UPDATED, Jan. 8, 2025, 2:47 a.m.  Volunteers are working tirelessly to support residents affected by the #PalisadesFire.

Emergency shelters are located at 
- Westwood Recreation Center (1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles, 90025). Domestic family pets are welcomed and must be in a travel carrier or pet crate at Westwood. 
- El Camino Real Charter High School (5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367). 

Residents impacted by the #HurstFire can seek emergency shelter at the Ritchie Valens Recreation Center (10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331). 

Residents impacted by the #EatonFire can seek shelter at a City of Pasadena emergency shelter located at Pasadena Convention Center (300 E. Green, Pasadena, CA 91101). 

Download the free Red Cross Emergency App to receive updates.

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UPDATED, Jan. 8, 2025, 2:47 a.m. Volunteers are working tirelessly to support residents affected by the #PalisadesFire.

Emergency shelters are located at
- Westwood Recreation Center (1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles, 90025). Domestic family pets are welcomed and must be in a travel carrier or pet crate at Westwood.
- El Camino Real Charter High School (5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367).

Residents impacted by the #HurstFire can seek emergency shelter at the Ritchie Valens Recreation Center (10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331).

Residents impacted by the #EatonFire can seek shelter at a City of Pasadena emergency shelter located at Pasadena Convention Center (300 E. Green, Pasadena, CA 91101).

Download the free Red Cross Emergency App to receive updates.
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Help us close out the year with hope and action!  

Join us in making a lasting difference for women and families before the year ends.

🎉 As we approach our 40th Anniversary, your support means more than ever. Together, we’ve made incredible strides in housing, entrepreneurship, wealth creation, education, and advocacy for economic justice. But we can’t stop now!

💜 Every dollar counts. Give today to help us start 2025 stronger than ever! Let’s create a future of possibility and economic mobility! 

🔗 Donate now by clicking the link in our bio – your gift must be received by midnight!

Special thanks to @the_changereaction for their matching gift! Together, we can make a lasting impact.

#EndOfYearGiving #SupportWomen #economicmobility

Help us close out the year with hope and action!  

Join us in making a lasting difference for women and families before the year ends.

🎉 As we approach our 40th Anniversary, your support means more than ever. Together, we’ve made incredible strides in housing, entrepreneurship, wealth creation, education, and advocacy for economic justice. But we can’t stop now!

💜 Every dollar counts. Give today to help us start 2025 stronger than ever! Let’s create a future of possibility and economic mobility!

🔗 Donate now by clicking the link in our bio – your gift must be received by midnight!

Special thanks to @the_changereaction for their matching gift! Together, we can make a lasting impact.

#EndOfYearGiving #SupportWomen #economicmobility
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