Southwest Key Programs: Company Research Report
Company Overview
Name: Southwest Key Programs (SWK)
Mission: Opening doors to opportunity so individuals can achieve their dreams.
Founded: 1987
Founders: No information is available.
Key People in the Company:
- Dr. Anselmo Villarreal - President & Chief Executive Officer
- Marisol Cervera - Chief Program Officer of Immigrant Children Services
- Christina Cantu - Chief of Staff
- Joella L. Brooks - Chief Operations & Programs Officer
- Chirag Shah - Chief Digital Officer
- Anais Biera Miracle - Chief Communications Officer
- Enrique Varela - Chief Legal and Compliance Officer
- Steve Beckman - Chief Financial Officer
Headquarters: 6002 Jain Ln, Austin, TX 78721
Number of Employees: No information is available.
Revenue: No information is available.
Known For: Southwest Key Programs is known as one of the largest Latino-led non-profit organizations in the United States. The organization specializes in social justice, youth advocacy, and immigration services.
Products and Services
Youth and Family Services
- Description: Initiated in 1987, this division serves the needs of youth in the Juvenile Justice System. It includes over 30 programs across Florida, Georgia, New York, and Texas, focusing on family preservation, mental health, parenting, and alternative education.
Unaccompanied Children's Programs
- Description: Offers round-the-clock care for children and youth pending reunification with a vetted sponsor in the U.S.
Workforce Development
- Description: Through Workforce Solutions Cameron County, SWK provides career planning and workforce services such as upskilling, childcare, veterans services, and rapid response for job seekers and employers.
Community Engagement
- Description: Provides a series of programs in health, wellness, education, and performance arts for children and their families. The initiative also includes financial literacy workshops and free healthcare screenings for parents and the community.
Recent Developments
New Partnerships: SWK has partnered with organizations like KABOOM! to provide community resources such as playgrounds.
Community Programs:
- Free Monthly Food Distribution: In partnership with Central Texas Food Bank, SWK distributes groceries monthly in Austin.
- Free Classes and Workshops: Various educational and wellness programs including GED, ESL classes, and yoga sessions available at the Victor R. Garza Community Center.
Community Events:
- Spirit of Service Awards: Recognizes outstanding programs and community efforts.
- Children’s Mental Health Awareness: Highlights mental health importance for children each May.
Recent Initiatives:
- South Texas Programs Initiatives: Held community events including a haunted house for youth and pep rallies.
- SUPPLIER DIVERSITY: SWK promotes vendor diversity and invites them to explore contracts and procurement solutions.
Additional Notes
- Leadership Diversity: Southwest Key is recognized for its culturally competent minority-led organizational structure.
- Board of Directors: Includes a geographically diverse group to oversee agency policies, financial guidance, and growth directions.
- Tributes and Memorials: In memory of Victor R. Garza, a long-serving board member instrumental in supporting unaccompanied children.
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