New York, New York- In a special episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, Los Angeles Room & Board (LARB) Founder Samuel Prater joined shed light on the nonprofit’s impactful mission during Black History Month.
Founded by Sam Prater in December 2018, LARB has been making significant strides in its mission to end homelessness among college students. The nonprofit’s commitment to providing transitional housing for California’s community college students was discussed in detail during the engaging interview.
Born and raised in Detroit, Sam’s journey from dropping out of high school to earning a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy reflects his dedication to empowering students. With a background of nearly 14 years in higher education, Sam Prater has developed a keen understanding of the intersection between housing and student learning environments.
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Now in its fifth year of operation, LARB has expanded from a single house to four, offering a total of 190 beds along with three nutritious meals daily. The nonprofit has received support from the LA County Mayor’s office, empowering it to reach more students in need.