THE SAM INITIATIVE

1% Building Renovations founded in 2013 by social entrepreneur and philanthropist Mindy f reedman, sAM is a giving circle, where members pool financial resources and expertise to fund and support exceptional and innovative programs in Los Angeles that promote social change and benefit women, children and families, and drive non-profit sustainability. sAM has awarded more than $2.5 million in community grants. And the collective spirit and network of sAM members broaden the impact with inspired giving, volunteering, and connections to new causes.

ELAWC is honored to receive an $80,000 grant from the sAM i nitiative to fund a dedicated Jobs Coach to help survivors with job readiness counseling, education, employment, and entrepreneurship resources.

We are grateful to the sAM initiative for their confidence in ELAWC and for this gift to empower survivors to find a path towards financial security.