NALEO Educational Fund, founded in 1981, is the organization's 501(c)(3) arm, with a mission of facilitating full Latino participation in the American political process, from citizenship to public service.

Established in 1976 by U.S. Representative Edward R. Roybal, Harry Pachon, Robert Garcia, and others recognizing the need for a national network of Latino office-holders aimed at bringing together Hispanic and Latino Americans of all national origin groups, political affiliations, and levels of government.

[2] The organization is a leading advocate for full Latino participation in the decennial census through their Hagase Contar campaign, providing resources and conducting national outreach, marketing, and media campaigns leading up to and during census operations.

[3] Additionally, NALEO Educational Fund advocates for free and fair access to voting for Latino communities, and is a key member of the New Americans Campaign, a nonpartisan national network of nonprofit organizations committed to connecting lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to trusted legal assistance and critical information that simplifies the naturalization process in the United States.

[4] The organization maintains a headquarters in Los Angeles, California, with primary satellite offices in Washington, D.C., and New York City.