Education & Leadership Foundation

What Education & Leadership Foundation does

Education & Leadership Foundation (ELF) is a 501(c)(3) community-based nonprofit organization founded in 2007 and headquartered in Fresno, California, with a secondary office on Ashlan Avenue. The organization provides integrated immigration legal services, educational programs, and social justice advocacy to underrepresented communities across California's Central Valley. Core immigration services — delivered under Department of Justice accreditation — include DACA renewals, family petitions, naturalization, U-Visas, VAWA relief, and removal defense representation, achieving a reported 99.9% case success rate across 3,140+ individuals reached. Educational programming encompasses K-12 tutoring via Inter-Act Fellows, parent education, STEM support, English Learner programs, and the California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant, delivered in partnership with Fresno Unified, Bakersfield City, Fresno Pacific University, and Fresno State.

ELF operates a wraparound service model spanning economic justice (Lending Circles with Mission Asset Fund, free VITA tax preparation for households under $67,000, ITIN workshops), civic engagement (voter registration, Cafecito con el Pueblo, Get Out The Vote campaigns), and the Stop The Hate program funded by the California Department of Social Services and Sierra Health Foundation. The Empowerment Fellowship Program provides paid work experience to college students across 5 departments, distributing $558,500 in cumulative stipends. As the North Central Valley Regional Network Hub, ELF extends its reach across 9 California counties. The most recent program expansion is Learn Lead Recycle, a donation-based recycling initiative launched December 2025 and recognized by the City of Fresno. Revenue derives entirely from individual donations, corporate and foundation grants, event sponsorships, and emerging recycling donations — all services are provided free to clients.

Name

Education & Leadership Foundation

Legal name

Education & Leadership Foundation

Website

https://elfus.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Education & Leadership Foundation is a Fresno-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing DOJ-accredited immigration legal services, K-12 and college education programs, economic justice initiatives, and social justice advocacy to underrepresented immigrant communities across California's Central Valley.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (61171), Educational Support Services (611710), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Immigration Law Literacy & Rights Education (EDAAADAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Anti-Fraud & Safety Education (Scams, Notario Fraud, Personal Safety) (EDAAADAK)

Keywords

• Immigration legal services
• Community education programs
• Civic engagement services
• Nonprofit immigration aid
• Economic justice workshops

Headquarters

HQ city

Fresno

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute to support ELF's programs and services, including annual fund donations, memorial/ remembrance gifts, and general philanthropy. Donations can be made through the organization's donation portal.
2. Corporate and Foundation Grants: Corporate giving, foundation support, and sponsorships from businesses and foundations that support ELF's mission, recognized in annual impact reports.
3. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) Public Charity: As a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 26-0417563), ELF relies on philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Education & Leadership Foundation (ELF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides immigration legal services (DACA, family petitions, naturalization, U-Visas, VAWA, removal defense), education programs (K-12 tutoring, English Learner support, parent education), free VITA tax preparation, economic justice services (Lending Circles, ITIN workshops), and social justice programs (Stop The Hate, civic engagement) to underrepresented communities in California's Central Valley. Services are delivered through two Fresno offices, school district partnerships, and a Regional Hub serving 11 counties.

Product overview

Education & Leadership Foundation (ELF) operates as a single unified non-profit service organization rather than a platform-based product architecture. The organization provides immigration services, education programs, and social justice initiatives as integrated community services. Core offerings include: Immigration Services (DACA renewals/initial applications, family petitions, naturalization, U-Visas, VAWA, removal defense); Education Services (K-12 tutoring, parent education, Inter-Act Fellows, California Dream Act support); VITA Tax Preparation (free tax filing for households under $67,000); Special Projects (Lending Circles, Economic Justice workshops); Stop The Hate Program (hate crime reporting support); Regional Hub for Immigrant Families (North Central Valley services); and Learn Lead Recycle (environmental sustainability program). These services are coordinated through an Empowerment Fellowship Program that provides college students paid work experience while supporting ELF's mission of empowering underrepresented communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Immigration Services Comprehensive immigration legal services including DACA renewal and initial applications, family petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, immigration waivers (I-601/I-601A), citizenship/naturalization assistance, U-Visas, VAWA relief, Advance Parole, Parole in Place, and removal defense representation. Provided by DOJ-accredited representatives, DOJ legal advisors, and staff attorneys.
• Education Services Educational services and intervention programs covering English Learners (K-12th grade), parent education and advocacy, STEM programs, tutoring through Inter-Act Fellows, and the California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant program. Delivered in partnership with school districts.
• VITA Tax Preparation
• Stop The Hate Program Grant-funded initiative (funded by California Department of Social Services and The Center at Sierra Health Foundation) dedicated to fostering understanding and respect in the Central Valley. Program provides support with U-Visa, VAWA, T-Visa, and connections to social services including CalFresh and hate crime/incident reporting.
• Regional Hub for Immigrant Families Part of a statewide California initiative serving the North Central Valley Regional Network, providing legal services, education, and information to immigrant families across San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Amador, Alpine, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Mariposa, and Mono counties. Services include Know Your Rights presentations, Red Cards, referrals, and family preparedness planning.
• Learn Lead Recycle Donation-based recycling program enabling community members to support ELF through donating glass bottles, plastic bottles, and aluminum cans via reverse vending machines, drop-offs, or coordinated business pickups. Recognized by the City of Fresno with the December 6, 2025 'Learn Lead Recycle Day' proclamation.
• Lending Circles Credit-building program launched in partnership with Mission Asset Fund as the first official lending circle in the Central Valley region. Provides an alternative to traditional banking for community members to establish savings and access small loans within their community.
• Economic Justice Workshops Informational workshops helping low-income underserved immigrant individuals attain economic stability. Topics include obtaining Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), becoming an Independent Contractor, and starting a business. One-on-one sessions are available for additional assistance.
• Civic Engagement Programs Civic engagement initiatives including voter education, Get Out The Vote campaigns, naturalization assistance, and community events promoting democratic participation. Programs include 'Cafecito con el Pueblo' conversations and collaboration with organizations like Poder LatinX.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% success rate in immigration cases
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Central California Legal Services (CCLS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImmigration partner providing legal services support and collaboration for immigrant communities in the Central Valley region
• United Farm Workers FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImmigration partner supporting farmworker communities with legal services and advocacy
• Central Valley Immigrant Integration Coalition (CVIIC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImmigration partner focused on immigrant integration services in the Central Valley
• Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational immigration legal resource organization providing training and support
• CHIRLAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition for Humane Immigrant Rights providing immigration advocacy and services
• Mission Asset FundcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to launch the first official lending circle in the region for credit building without traditional banking
• Fresno Unified School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner providing educational services and intervention programs in partnership with school districts
• Fresno Pacific UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner supporting college students and higher education opportunities
• Fresno State College Assistance Migrant ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner providing support for migrant students in higher education
• California Department of Social Services (CDSS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunder of the Stop The Hate program providing grants to support anti-hate initiatives
• The Center at Sierra Health FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunder and collaborator on Stop The Hate grant program supporting communities against discrimination
• Poder LatinXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on civic engagement initiatives including Vote Early Day events and voter registration efforts
• California Immigration Legal Services Providers NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImmigration partner organizations including CLINIC, CRLAF, New Americans Campaign and others in the network
• Fresno City CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner providing pathways for community college students
• California State University FresnocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigher education partner supporting student success and fellowship programs
• Stone Soup FresnominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStop The Hate program partner supporting community food security and social justice
• Hlub Hmong CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStop The Hate program partner supporting Hmong community in Fresno
• The Fresno CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing services to diverse populations in Fresno
• Jakara MovementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner engaging youth and families in civic participation
• City of FresnominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in community programs including Learn Lead Recycle initiative recognized with official proclamation
• ConsulMex FresnocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMexican Consulate providing consular services and support for Mexican nationals in the region
• Ambos MediaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2025 Fellowship Award Dinner event
• California Immigrant Policy CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2025 Fellowship Award Dinner event
• Education for Every Child (Ed4Everybody)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2025 Fellowship Award Dinner event
• United Farm Workers FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on civic engagement and voter registration initiatives
• SIREN (Services, Immigrant Rights, and Education Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in civic engagement and immigrant rights initiatives
• Planned ParenthoodminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner in voter engagement and civic participation events

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• United Farm Workers Foundation: Bakersfield/California-based farmworker advocacy organization providing immigration services, civic engagement, and worker rights support. Named ELF partner and directly comparable in serving Central Valley immigrant farmworker communities.
• TODEC Legal Center: Inland Empire/Coachella Valley immigrant rights organization providing immigration legal services, civic engagement, and community education. Directly comparable to ELF's DOJ-accredited immigration practice and Central Valley focus on farmworker/immigrant communities.
• CHIRLA (Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights): Los Angeles-based immigrant rights nonprofit offering immigration legal services, civic engagement, and education programs. Closely comparable to ELF in mission, DOJ-accredited immigration services, and wraparound support model for immigrant communities.
• SIREN (Services, Immigrant Rights, and Education Network): San Jose-based immigrant rights nonprofit offering immigration legal services, civic engagement, and policy advocacy. Comparable to ELF's wraparound service model for low-income immigrant families in California.
• Catholic Charities of the Fresno Area: Faith-based social services nonprofit operating in the same Fresno geography as ELF, providing immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, and social services. Directly comparable in regional footprint, immigration practice, and community service delivery.
• CARECEN (Central American Resource Center): Los Angeles-based nonprofit providing immigration legal services, education, and civic engagement for Central American and other immigrant communities. Comparable to ELF in service mix (immigration, education, advocacy) and DOJ-accredited legal representation.
• Central Valley Immigrant Integration Coalition (CVIIC): Central Valley-based coalition coordinating immigrant integration services across multiple organizations. ELF's named partner and a regional peer focused on the same geographic immigrant population.
• Central California Legal Services (CCLS): Fresno-based legal aid nonprofit providing free civil legal services including immigration to low-income Central Valley residents. ELF's named immigration partner and a direct comparator in legal service scope and geography.

Others

• Mission Asset Fund: San Francisco-based nonprofit that created the Lending Circles model for credit building. ELF's named Lending Circles partner and a thematic peer in financial/economic justice programming for immigrant communities.
• Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC): National immigration legal training and resource organization based in San Francisco. ELF's named partner and comparable in immigration advocacy mission, though ILRC primarily focuses on training/resources rather than direct service delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ELF_Fresno
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCfRsNTwM_dNgPgP3qYiyisw
• Facebookfacebook.com/elf2007
• Instagraminstagram.com/educationleadership
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/education-leadership-foundation

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Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

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