LatinxEd

"Their support has instilled confidence"

Founded by Southern Latine leaders in 2018, LatinxEd is a North Carolina-based, non-profit organization working to dismantle the barriers that have kept their comunidad on the margins of education. Through leadership development, postsecondary access, and policy advocacy, LatinxEd empowers Latine advocates and allies to grow, heal, and lead in ways that reflect their identities and lived experiences.

YPTC was recommended to Elaine Townsend Utin, Co-founder & Executive Director of LatinxEd through word of mouth. “We recognized the need for enhanced financial management services as our organization grew. We ultimately chose YPTC due to their approachability, expertise in guiding us through the change management process, and ability to position us for future success,” she explains.

Since partnering with YPTC, Elaine has seen a meaningful difference in how LatinxEd approaches its finances, “Their support has instilled confidence in our ability to oversee budgets and make more informed financial decisions and comprehensive reporting has been particularly valuable, and our organization’s collaborative budgeting process has been transformative.”

Elaine highlights YPTC’s thoughtful and patient approach as a key strength—especially for a young, fast-growing organization like LatinxEd, “One of the most commendable aspects of YPTC is its exceptional patience and guidance. We often learn through trial and error. They have empowered us to approach financial decisions with greater confidence and insight.” She adds that YPTC has been intentional about bridging the language gap between accounting professionals and LatinxEd staff—meeting them with empathy and clarity, “They’ve consistently demonstrated a willingness to meet us at our current level of understanding, facilitating meaningful collaboration.”

Beyond expertise, Elaine appreciates the approachability of the YPTC team, “We feel comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification, no matter how basic they may seem. Their friendly demeanor and willingness to provide expert guidance empower the learning process, allowing us to grow in our financial understanding together.”

Elaine gives special recognition to Steve Flora, Associate, for outstanding support, “His daily interactions with our organization have been consistently positive, demonstrating a willingness to help, guide, and communicate effectively. Steve’s calm and understanding approach, especially when explaining complex financial concepts, has been invaluable to our team’s growth and understanding.”