10th Annual Backpack Friday media 2024
4TH CHRISTMAS TOY AND JACKET DRIVE DECEMBER 18, 2024


Volunteers came to serve 50 families Christmas Spirit. Marie Callender’s Brunch: French Toast, eggs, bacon/sausage, potatoes, muffins fruit and more, Hot Cocoa, Photo Opt with Santa, Hula Dancers, Arts and Crafts and New jackets and Toys distributed.
Grateful for our volunteers who dedicated hours to wrapping the gifts for our homeless neighbors. Thank you to everyone donated and supported our event.



A DECADE OF BLESSINGS:EMPOWERING FUTURES TOGETHER
10TH ANNUAL BACKPACK FRIDAY
NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Backpack Friday was a huge success! 

• 546 guests served
• 91 kids received care
• 400+ backpacks delivered to Skid Row
• Essential services like eye exams, hearing tests, and more
• Food, clothing, and supplies donated
• Free haircuts and cell phone services
We couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing partners:
• UNAC/UHCP
• Prayer Warriors
• Lions Mobile Unit
• Friends & Sight
• New Hope Foundation
• Cosmetica Latina School
• Joe’s Auto Park
Together, we made a difference. 
#BackpackFriday #CommunityImpact #GivingBack #Gratitude
Backpack Friday is a testament to unselfish giving.





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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 ALEXIS G. PHILIUS
SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Lack of diversity in the healthcare field contributes to health disparities. We are proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Alexis G. Philius Scholarship to support students of Black/African descent who are interested in the healthcare field.
Congratulations to these outstanding students:
Alexis G. Philius 2023 Winners:
- Martine Emily Belizor, of Windermere, Florida, will be attending the University of Southern California studying global health, eventually pursuing Neonatology studies in medical school.
- Gershom Talei Koinei, of Lynnwood, Washington, is attending Edmonds College for an Associate Degree in Pre-Nursing.
- Kayla Oriyomi, of Powder Springs, Georgia, is attending Morehouse School of Medicine, earning a Master of Science degree in the Physician Assistant Studies program.
- Paige Luke Torres, of Alhambra, California, will be attending California State University-Long Beach to study for her Bachelor of Science in Pre-Nursing.
- Evelyn Ukata, of Bellflower, California, is attending Los Angeles Southwest College to study Nursing and Biology.
MAY 26, 2023
HONOR THOSE WHO SERVED AND SACRIFICED FOR OUR COUNTRY
THANK YOU TO OUR UNAC/UHCP VOLUNTEERS WHO PACKED AND HAND DELIVERED 250 HYGIENE KITS, DUFFEL BAGS, SOCKS, LAUNDRY DETERGENT, T-SHIRTS, BEACH SANDALS, AND MORE!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT PURCHASED POPCORN DURING OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER THAT ALLOWED US TO SPONSOR THE MEAL FOR THE CEREMONY WITH A $2500.00 CHECK DONATION TO US VETS INGLEWOOD THANK YOU FOR BEING A BLESSING TO OTHERS!










Press Release LA Sentinel
Founder/CEO Highly Favored: A Blessing to Others
Alexis G. Philius
