Breaking the
Cycle of Poverty.
to Prosperity.
For over 45 years, Xiente has walked with families in North Philadelphia — building real, lasting economic mobility through education, housing, workforce development, and financial tools.
Increased Financial Confidence
Residents Served in 2024
Youth in Workforce Programs
Affordable Housing Units
What If Every Family Had a Real Path to Prosperity? Prosperity?
Xiente is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that has served the Latino community and low-income families for over 45 years. We address the root causes of poverty and create sustainable pathways to economic mobility.
Our holistic approach combines education, workforce development, affordable housing, and financial coaching — helping families not just survive, but thrive.
Explore Our Theory of Change
Winter Family Support Fund
Help 200 North Philadelphia families access emergency support, heating assistance, and essential resources this winter.
Six Programs. One Mission Economic Mobility.
We create conditions that allow families not only to survive — but to thrive and move forward.
Early Education
Mobile Preschool (El Busesito)
Safe, nurturing spaces for early learning and social-emotional growth for children ages 3–5.
Your $50 provides art supplies for 10 preschoolers
Workforce Development
ESL & Digital Literacy
Career training, job readiness, and language skills for economic advancement.
Your $250 funds ESL classes for 1 adult
Affordable Housing
Mi Casa Initiative
Quality housing for working families left out of traditional subsidy programs.
Your $1,000 supports housing counseling for 5 families
Guaranteed Income
Direct Cash Support
Unconditional cash to reduce stress and create space for long-term planning.
Your $500 provides 1 month guaranteed income
Financial Coaching
Economic Mobility
Personalized guidance for budgeting, saving, and building credit.
Your $50 funds 1 financial coaching session
Community Garden
Norris Square Park
Green spaces that bring neighbors together and provide fresh produce.
Your $25 plants seeds of community connection
Numbers That Represent Families. Represent Families.
We serve low-income neighborhoods by expanding access to education, careers, housing, and financial capital. Every number is a life changed.
Increased Financial Confidence
Through tailored financial coaching, guaranteed income pilots, and economic mobility case management
Residents Served in 2024
Including early education, after-school, financial counseling, housing support, and community events
Youth in Workforce Programs
Participating in anti-violence initiatives and career exploration opportunities
Affordable Housing Units
Providing stable homes for working families in the Norris Square/Kensington community
Hear From the Families We Serve We Serve
The people in the Prosperity Project are very firm with me about my goals, but at the same time I can tell they truly care. That balance motivates me even more to achieve what I’m working toward.
News & Upcoming Events Upcoming Events
Join Us at Our Next Event
Community workshops, galas, and celebrations throughout the year.
Your Donation Helps Families Build Pathways from Poverty to Prosperity Pathways from Poverty
Every dollar creates real, measurable change in the lives of Philadelphia families.
Xiente is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible.
Join the Movement. Be Part of the Change. Be Part of the Change.
Whether you’re a resident seeking services, a partner, a volunteer, or an advocate — there’s a place for you at Xiente. 45 years of trust, built one family at a time.