Operation Progress is a nonprofit organization in South Los Angeles that lifts the community and shapes the future as we work with our Scholars to develop skills, relationships, new mindsets, and the toolbox to transcend socioeconomic conditions while they serve as an example of success and resilience.
our model
OP is a double mechanism of change. First, we set the Scholars on paths to achievement through our Five Pillars of Success programming focused on Academics, Life Skills, Health & Wellness, Service, and Support & Safety. Second, we use the unique mentorship model and our partnership with the LAPD as a visible source of support and an opportunity for families to interact with officers in a nonenforcement environment, building relationships and trust that enhance the police-community relationship. OP offers years of support (from 3rd grade to college and/or career) for each of our Scholars. We empower them with a rigorous private school education, comprehensive life-skills programs, and wraparound case management.
OVERVIEW OF PROGRESSION
Scholars are accepted into the OP program starting in 3rd or 4th grade and attend St. Lawrence of Brindisi or San Miguel Catholic School from 3rd – 8th grade where they participate in OP’s 5 Pillars of Success. After graduating from 8th grade, the Scholars attend a partnership school. Boys matriculate into St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy and girls matriculate to St. Mary’s Academy. The OP Scholars in college continue to be supported by SCS Noonan, which provides college scholarships, mentoring, and job programs. The goal is to have our Scholars graduate from college well-rounded and career-ready.
OUR MISSION
Operation Progress empowers youth and families from South Los Angeles through scholarship, mentorship, and life skills development to transcend socioeconomic conditions.
