Our Mission
AVANCE creates pathways to economic mobility for predominantly Latino families through high-quality, culturally responsive, two-generation programming that ensures school readiness for young children and opportunities for parents to build social and economic capital.
Our Vision
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.
Faces and Stories
Yessica Orellana
Yessica Orellana was struggling to adapt to her new life in the United States when she had her son. One day, she came across a PCEP graduation on social media.
The Garibay Family
In 2009, Leticia Garibay attended a Women’s Day event to hear a well-known author speak, but an AVANCE representative said something that resonated so strongly that Leticia immediately registered for PCEP.
Gudelia Reyes
As a first-time mother, Gudelia felt disoriented and doubted her parenting skills. Then, AVANCE representatives knocked on her door with information about PCEP.
Edna Alfaro Ramblas
In 2016, Edna Alfaro was waiting for her daughter Megan at her elementary school when she was approached by AVANCE teachers with information about PCEP.
Noemí Patiño
After a difficult pregnancy and the birth of her daughter, Noemí Patiño enrolled in PCEP when a friend suggested she attend the program.
Natalia Plaisant
Natalia Plaisant heard about AVANCE 18 years ago, but when her daughter was 16 months old, she finally decided to try PCEP.
The Garza Family
Rita Garza was at her daughter’s elementary school when AVANCE representatives approached her about PCEP.
The Caro Family
Simon Caro and Guadalupe Flores were enjoying a day in the park with their family when they received a flyer for PCEP.
Ana Lorena Carrasco
In 2006, while picking her children up from school, Ana Lorena noticed a woman carrying a little doll.
The Gonzalez Family
AVANCE-Dallas had recently opened when recruiters knocked on Zenaida Gonzalez’s door, and she registered for the first PCEP cohort.
