The Mission of the Unity Council is to help build the assets of the families and low-income communities through a comprehensive program of sustainable physical,economic, and social development.

Description:
The Unity Council is a non-profit community development corporation committed to enriching the quality of life of families primarily in the Fruitvale District of Oakland. Its primary focus has been to create a healthier and safer community for families and residents by implementing and managing integrated programs addressing the economic, social, and physical development.

History:
The Unity Council (officially known as the Spanish Speaking Unity Council) was founded in 1964, incorporated in 1967, and received 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in 1968.

Contact people:

Sheri Powers, JD, MA, Program Manager, (phone), (email) Leyda Levya, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (510) 534-7771

Address:

1900 Fruitvale Ave., Ste 2B Oakland, CA 94601 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.unitycouncil.org

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Fruitvale Bart Station,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5   Nearest Bus Stop: 54 AC transit Bus Line, 1 minute walk