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| 2014 ANNUAL REPORT AVAILABLE ONLINE |
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| The numbers tell the story: over 6,300 clients walked through the doors of Plaza Adelante in 2014, all to receive free asset-building services. This compares to 1,364 clients in 2010. Two-thirds of MEDA clients are immigrants looking to start their lives anew in thier adopted homeland, with 92 percent of our clients defined as low- to morderate-income.
A few other numbers showcasing impact:
- 21 businesses started
- 241 job placements
- 1,195 positive financial outcomes
- 3,831 tax returns prepared, with $5.5 million returned to the community
MEDA's mission of economic justice resonates more powerfully than ever. Thanks for your support! |
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| MEDA Featured in Huffington Post "Simple Acts of Kindness" Video |
Mission resident Zack Crockett started a GoFundMe account to help tenants who were victims of the catastrophic Mission and 22nd streets fire of January 28th. He hoped to get $2,000. After coming to MEDA for assistance, that number grew to a staggering $180,000! This compelled the Huffington Post to tell this inspiring story of community spirit.
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| Tax Team So Far Returns Over $4.5 Million to Low-Income Community |
Things were buzzing this tax season at MEDA's Plaza Adelante and a trio of other VITA tax sites run by the organization. There were 4,079 clients who received services during the January 20th to April 15th tax season. These clients were also offered asset building services, as part of "Taxes Plus: Go Further with MEDA!" Many clients are slated to receive services throughout 2015.
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| Client Success Story: MEDA Job Training Lands Santos Cabrera a Job |
| "I want to thank MEDA's Robert Lopez for helping me find a job at Green Chile Restaurant. I am very content with my new job. I needed MEDA’s free Workforce Development program's help to pursue a job because I wanted a better life for me and my family.”
Read more client success stories >> |
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