School on Wheels

The Robert Nelson Foundation is honored to support the School on Wheels program of Los Angeles. School on Wheels (SOW) has remained steadfast in its mission: to enhance the educational opportunities ofK-12 children experiencing homelessness—those living in shelters, motels, group foster homes, campgrounds, vehicles, or on the streets. We are the only organization in greater Los Angeles exclusively dedicated to removing the unique and often overwhelming barriers to learning faced by unhoused children—barriers that, if left unaddressed, place them at extreme risk of remaining trapped in poverty. We serve children across six Southern California counties. Among the most urgent areas we serve is Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, where hundreds of children and families live in shelters, or in severely unsafe environments such as abandoned buildings, tents, and vehicles. Our Skid Row Learning Center (SRLC) offers an oasis of safety, stability, and encouragement. Every day, 50–60 students gather at the Center for homework help, computer access, enrichment programs, and, most importantly, one-on-one attention from compassionate tutors who are deeply invested in their educational progress and personal growth.ort the wonderful work they are doing. The RNF foundation recently provided a $5,000.00 gift to support the important and wonderful work that School on Wheels is doing every day. Thank you School on Wheels for making such a difference!