The Next Generation of Financial Leaders
Empowering South LA Through Financial Education
We equip underserved youth and families with the financial tools, knowledge, and support needed to build sustainable futures, not just survive, but thrive.
Who We Are
YOUTH. COMMUNITY. OPPORTUNITY.
ParksideEDC is a South LA nonprofit that has served the community for over 25 years, equipping youth, families, and seniors with real-world financial skills, mentorship, and scholarships.
We close the financial literacy gap by helping people earn more, save smarter, build credit, and create lasting wealth.
Our Programs
The Big 6 of Money™
Learn how to EARN, SAVE, BORROW, SPEND, INVEST, and PROTECT through workshops and real-life financial coaching.
The Prosperity Project™
Powered by BWAARP, this advanced program teaches legacy planning, estate protection, taxes, credit, and investing strategies for long-term wealth building.
Reinvested Into Our Community
Scholarships. Mentorship. Financial tools that last.
Why It Matters
Financial education is now required by California law, but underserved communities can’t wait until 2030.
of Black and Latino adults in California are financially literate
Students with financial literacy training are
more likely to save, invest, and avoid debt
of households in these communities spend over 30% of their income on rent
Our Impact
Empowering Communities. Creating Wealth. Changing Lives.
$500,000+ invested in South LA communities
400+ youth and families have completed our programs
Scholarships awarded through program participation
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Upcoming Events
Community Events
Join us at community workshops, award ceremonies, and outreach events in Los Angeles.
PLAYING YOUR GAME
Benefit Golf Tournament
Monday Oct. 26th 2026
Black Gold Golf Club
1 Black Gold Dr, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Big 6 Scholar Awards
Jazz Brunch
Date: April 26, 2026
Hilton – Culver City
6161 W. Centinela Ave.
Culver City, CA 90230
Take Action
Be part of the solution. Please help us make financial literacy a right, not a privilege.
