La Casa de Don Pedro, Inc. (LCDP) is a renowned brand that has been serving the needs of the Newark and Essex County communities since 1972. Originally founded by local activists to support the Puerto Rican community, LCDP has now become the largest Latinx-led organization in the state of New Jersey.

Under three core pillars, LCDP provides a wide range of programs and services to approximately 50,000 residents each year. Their Early Childhood programs focus on prenatal care, Early Head Start, Head Start, and Pre-K education. Healthy Homes initiatives include the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), weatherization, and lead remediation/abatement.

Additionally, through their Community Empowerment pillar, they offer services such as the Women & Family Center, immigration support, workforce readiness, youth enrichment, and assistance with housing and home ownership. For more information about La Casa de Don Pedro and their impactful work, please visit their website at www. lacasanwk.

org. Stay updated with their initiatives by following @lacasanwk on all social media platforms