There’s a concept of the Matthew Effect which uses math to illustrate what folks have lamented about for thousands of years – the rich get richer while the poor get poorer. Take tech for example – the rich and poor often have different problems, but because it’s more profitable to solve problems for the wealthy a disproportionate share of tech innovation focuses on solving problems for the affluent. However, it doesn’t have to be this way – and we have been blown away by the thousands of members of our community who have devoted their lives through their businesses, organizations and art to serve the underserved.

Kiante Bush

I come from a family of entrepreneurs – my mother has a business selling beautiful custom gift baskets, and my uncles have had clothing lines, transportation services, pressure washing services, and many other innovative ways to support the family. Read more>>

Edgar Machuca

My art has very little or nothing to do with the underserved in it of itself BUT! I am able to utilize it in a way where it benefits the underserved. Read more>>

Denise Williams

I educate business owners on government contract. Most of my clients are women and minorities who have been underrepresented in winning government contract. Read more>>

Elsa Chagolla

The Lynwood Partners Educational Foundation (LPEF) is dedicated to supporting the dreams and aspirations of students from Lynwood, an underserved community. Read more>>