Our Story

Manos Unidas Foundation was created with the purpose of providing real and accessible support to individuals and families seeking clear guidance, reliable resources, and meaningful opportunities for growth.

We launched this project after recognizing the need for safe and welcoming spaces where people could learn, develop, and access information that empowers them to move forward with confidence.

Today, we continue to grow with a deep commitment to serving, supporting, and connecting our community—so that every person has the opportunity to build a more stable, informed, and hopeful future.

Mission

“Empowering Utah’s Fastest-Growing Community Through Legal Support, Financial Stability, and Personal Development.”

Manos Unidas is a nonprofit dedicated to helping Utah’s underserved Hispanic community rise into financial stability, legal clarity, and long-term economic independence. Our team is training across legal advocacy, tax literacy, housing stability, and personal development coaching so that we can address the whole person — with compassion and empowerment.

We support families in navigating:

Housing and eviction issues

Medical debt and financial hardship

Low-income tax preparation

Legal safety and protective orders

Workforce readiness and personal development

Paths to long-term stability and self-reliance

Our work isn’t political — it’s economic mobility.

We uplift Utah’s Hispanic community, which is the fastest-growing demographic in the state and a major contributor to Utah’s workforce, small business ecosystem, and cultural life.

When companies invest in Manos Unidas, they invest in:

A stronger local workforce

More financially stable families

Reduced court congestion

Higher tax compliance

Safer homes

More empowered community members

We are where compassion meets accountability — helping people not stay stuck in low-income cycles, but rise into the stability they deserve.

Vision

We aspire to build a more informed, protected, and connected community where every person has access to job opportunities, clear education, reliable guidance, and spaces for personal growth.

Our vision is to see the families in our community move forward with confidence, fully integrate, and reach a future of stability, dignity and development. 

Primary Activities and Programs

Our programs are designed to strengthen individuals and families through:

● Legal Process Guidance and Education

We help community members understand and navigate essential processes related to documentation, compliance, and access to critical resources.

● Workforce Readiness and Skill Development

We provide opportunities for personal and professional growth that increase employability, economic stability, and long-term resilience.

● Community Classes and Workshops

We promote education, participation, and continuous learning through accessible classes, practical workshops, and community-focused learning spaces.