Hispanic Heritage Foundation

YOU have the power to uplift the leaders of today. ✈️ By donating your Southwest Rapid Rewards™ points, YOU can fuel the dreams of thousands of Latinx students, breaking down barriers and creating access to life-changing educational opportunities. 🌟 When you give, you directly support the next generation of innovators, educators, and changemakers, equipping them with the tools needed to meet our community’s most pressing needs. Your points can make a difference today, because tomorrow cannot wait.🚀 Special thank you to Southwest Airlines for hosting the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s 25th Annual National Youth Awardees. Honoring outstanding Latinx high school seniors who excel in both the classroom and their communities across categories like Engineering, Education, Healthcare, Public Service, and more, the National Youth Awards serves as a pipeline into HHF’s Latinos On Fast Track (LOFT) program. Through LOFT, these exceptional students are prepared for success in college, graduate school, and their careers, becoming the leaders who will shape our future. 👉 Donate your points today - swa.is/pointsdonation #PointsForAPurpose #HHFYouthAwards #LeadersOfToday #SupportEducation #SouthwestAirlines #LatinoLeaders #DonateNow

Independent Sector announced its Board of Directors for the coming year, including Hispanic Heritage Foundation President and CEO, Antonio Tijerino. “I am thrilled to join the Independent Sector Board of Directors in support of Dr. Akilah Watkins’ leadership as a unifying voice of the non-profit sector which is critical to our communities and country moving forward,” said Tijerino. “It’s critical we advocate for policies supporting our membership organizations and the civil society sector overall for greater impact across America.” Independent Sector is the only national membership organization that brings together a diverse community of changemakers at nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs to ensure all people in the United States thrive. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGtXVYTz

As we approach National Family Caregivers Month, we paired up with our friends at AARP to release a heartfelt episode of Fritanga. On the pod, we dive into the profound challenges of caregiving within Latino families. Host Antonio Tijerino shares personal reflections on the weight of caregiving, recalling his own experience with his late mother and aging father. Joined by Yvette Peña, VP of Audience Strategy at AARP, Adrian Gaston Garcia, a queer Latine storyteller, and Alejandra Y. Castillo, Fellow in Residence at the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, we explore the emotional, mental, and financial strains that come with caring for our aging loved ones. Through their stories, we highlight the cultural significance of family, respect, and unconditional love while also discussing the complexities of guilt, expectations, and balancing our own well-being. This conversation offers practical advice on navigating caregiving, asking for help, and ensuring dignity for our loved ones. Listen / Watch the Episode today at https://lnkd.in/ebWTkF-u Key Topics Covered: - Personal caregiving stories from our guests - Emotional and financial impacts of caregiving - Balancing family expectations and self-care - Tools and resources from AARP for caregivers AARP Resources for Caregivers: AARP provides free caregiving guides in English and Spanish. Access them at https://lnkd.in/erkfBTpJ. #Caregiving #FamilyCaregivers #Healthcare #FritangaPodcast

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 We’re thrilled to offer FREE tickets to Dinero Fest 2024, happening this Sunday, October 20th, at The Beehive in Los Angeles. Dinero Fest brings together finance, culture, and community with a unique series of events designed to help individuals take charge of their financial futures. This year’s festival includes live cooking demos, music, immersive experiences, and plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. 🗓 When: Sunday, October 20, 2024 📍 Where: The Beehive, Los Angeles ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM 🎟 Reserve your FREE tickets here: https://bit.ly/DineroFest Join us for a day of financial empowerment, cultural celebration, and community connection. We look forward to seeing you there! #DineroFest2024 #FreeTickets #FinancialEmpowerment #CommunityEvents #latinos #LatinxBusiness Suma Wealth. Antonio Tijerino

Exciting news! The Hispanic Heritage Foundation and Bacardi U.S.A., Inc, have announced the recipients of the 2024 Visión Verde grant. 10 Latinx/Hispanic entrepreneurs from the beverage alcohol service, sales, and hospitality industries across the United States have been selected to receive $10,000 each to bring their sustainable projects to life. “Latino small businesses continue to grow at an accelerated rate in the United States move our economy and job growth going forward,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “Entrepreneurship is in our blood and despite challenges, we continue to make a significant impact through vision, creativity and ganas. Latino entrepreneurship is good for our community, our country and we want to make sure it’s also good for our globe, and through the innovative Visión Verde program with Bacardi, we want to support Latino business not only grow but become more sustainable as part of their business model. These 10 Latino businesses are an example of what is possible and needed.” Meet the 2024 Visión Verde recipients: https://lnkd.in/ebh8yST6 #VisiónVerde

Our Latinidad is complex, and it is up to us to define it! Closing out #HispanicHeritageMonth inspired by the powerful and emotional presentations during our #IdentityCharla. If you weren’t able to join us in person, visit https://lnkd.in/gq6PYK87 to watch it on our YouTube channel #Diversity #Community #LatinoRoleModels Antonio Tijerino

Join the celebration at #DineroFest 2024, where finance meets culture! Hosted by Suma Wealth, this event promises to be a transformative experience filled with learning, connection, and advocacy for the Latino community. Register today: https://bit.ly/DineroFest #dinerofest2024 #sumawealth #latinosandwealth #financialliteracy #sumadinerofest Antonio Tijerino

✈️ Leaders of Today, Because Tomorrow Cannot Wait! ✨ Meet Leslie Nava from Fort Worth, TX, the National recipient of the Engineering category at the 25th Annual Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards, proudly presented by Southwest Airlines. Leslie and her fellow honorees traveled to Dallas to celebrate their achievements—thanks to Southwest, which championed their educational journeys. 🚀 Now, YOU can join in making a lasting impact by donating your Southwest Rapid Rewards™ points to support the Hispanic Heritage Foundation through Points for a Purpose. Every point you give opens doors to life-changing educational opportunities and essential mentorship opportunities for Latinx students like Leslie, helping them overcome barriers and unlock their potential. 🎓👉 Donate your points today at swa.is/pointsdonation and be part of Leslie’s story—and the stories of thousands of Latinx youth leaders nationwide. #PointsForAPurpose #HHFYouthAwards #LeadersOfToday #SupportEducation #SouthwestAirlines #LatinoLeaders #GiveBack #HHF #HispanicHeritageMonth Antonio Tijerino

Navigating Benefits for Health, Wealth, and Happiness. Save the Date and registrer TODAY! https://lnkd.in/eadX23DP October 17th, at 4:00 PM. Join AARP and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation for this virtual Charla and learn more about #Medicare open enrollment, #SocialSecurity, cost of living adjustments, and other topics that will provide insights into making the most of your resources. #HealthyLiving #Happiness #FinancialSecurity Antonio Tijerino

Join us and #Minecraft on October 11th for an exciting #HispanicHeritageMonth Discord Stage Show featuring a Minecraft software engineer, Minecraft Marketplace Creators, and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation! Get valuable advice as we touch on why Hispanic representation in gaming matters, how to build careers in gaming, and more. Visit https://lnkd.in/gGshMKUU and be part of the celebration! Antonio Tijerino