About The Organization

Our Story

Founder, CEO & Executive Director

LaTanya Sherman

“Through her lifelong commitment to helping others and her passion for the homeless, Project EDUCATE was born.”

As a single mother of three, persistence has been key in LaTanya’s success and has played an instrumental role in her development of Project EDUCATE. As a native of Los Angeles, born and raised in Compton, she has seen the good, the bad, and the underserved.

Recognizing her desire to make a difference in her community, Ms. Sherman went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science from CSUDH. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Loyola Marymount University and two Associate Degrees from Compton College in Criminal Justice and Social Studies. Learn More

Education

M.S. Behavioral Science, CSUDH

Education

B.S. Sociology, Loyola Marymount University

Memberships

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. | NAACP | NCNW

Founded

Project EDUCATE, 2018 — Los Angeles, CA

Our journey

Key Milestones

2018

Founded

2019

TAG Program Launched

2020

5 Flagship Programs Active

2022

Media Recognition

2023

EFDI Humanitarian Award

2024

RISE Scholarship Established

Founded in 2018

Project EDUCATE is established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in Los Angeles by CEO LaTanya Sherman, driven by personal experience and a passion for change.

TAG Program Launched 2019

The Toiletries and Grooming (TAG) program is established, restoring dignity to the unhoused population through essential hygiene commodities.

5 Flagship Programs Active 2020

All five flagship programs — FED, TAG, BLOOM, HOPE, and SWAP — are fully operational, serving the Skid Row and greater LA County community.

Media Recognition 2022

Project EDUCATE is featured in Shout Out LA, Voyage, Playa Vista Magazine, Rebel, and recognized on 102.3 KJLH and 93.5 KDAY radio stations.

EFDI Humanitarian Award 2023

Project EDUCATE is honored with the EFDI Humanitarian Award, recognizing the organization's outstanding service to the unhoused community in Los Angeles.

RISE Scholarship Established 2024

The Kim Jackson-Matthews RISE Scholarship is established, reinvesting in students' education and expanding Project EDUCATE's impact beyond immediate relief.

In The Field

Moments That Define Us

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