We are PUENTE: People United to Enrich the Neighborhood Through Education. Building bridges to learning and opportunity in Boyle Heights and beyond.
PUENTE Learning Center is proud to be an Official Charity Partner
of the LA
5K for the fifth year in a row! The LA 5K will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Dodger Stadium
as part of the exciting LA Marathon weekend.
Join our team today to run or walk in support of high-quality education for children, youth, and families in Boyle Heights and beyond. Your steps on race day will go further than the finish line they’ll help open doors to brighter futures.
Together, we can make this year’s race our most impactful yet and continue serving over 2,000 people each year as they work to improve their lives. From ten years of college and career readiness, to six years of elementary education, to a single semester of ESL, every program we offer changes lives.
Your participation or donation makes it possible for our community to access essential resources such as health screenings, financial literacy workshops, and more. Whether you run, walk, or give, you are helping create opportunities that last a lifetime.