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Nathaniel E Burleson and #YoungDylan announce the #NFLLatinoYouthHonors next nominees on #NFLSlimetime. Paula Nicole Cruz was nominated by the Los Angeles Chargers, and Sophie Guitron was nominated by the Los Angeles Rams. Visit https://lnkd.in/gcXkQFub and learn more about the National Football League (NFL) Latino Youth Honors, presented by Procter & Gamble in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. Antonio Tijerino

We are proud to kick off the 26th Annual Youth Awards ceremonies! The Hispanic Heritage Foundation has announced the recipients for the Community Service category, presented by Colgate-Palmolive. Thirty high school seniors will be recognized for their dedication to serving others, vision, and leadership. A total of 150 honorees will be celebrated during five virtual ceremonies, hosted by rising star in film and TV, Paulina Chavez, starting this Saturday, February 1st. Visit: https://lnkd.in/eK2wDQmR and read more about our #LeadersOfToday and join the conversation using #YA26 & #HHFYouthAwards. Antonio Tijerino

Getting ready for Super Bowl LIX Week in #NOLA! Nationwide, National Football League (NFL), and Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) will once again celebrate the remarkable achievements of the NFL Latino Youth Honors finalists during a special dinner on Friday, February 7. “We are thrilled to recognize the impact of these outstanding young leaders who are not only making an impact on the field, but also in the classroom and community,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “It’s a privilege to continue to build on our partnership with our familia at Nationwide and our long-standing collaboration with the NFL year-round, culminating with our Super Bowl LIX-week activities.” This group of young leaders will attend #SuperBowlLIX and participate in exclusive NFL events, including the Super Bowl Experience, the NFL Latino Youth Honors Mentorship Session, and NFL Honors. Visit: https://lnkd.in/eQtGYvZX to read more and join the conversation on social media using #NFLLatinoYouthHonors to celebrate and support our #LeadersOfToday.

Welcome back to a new year of inspiration, connection, comfort, and action on the #FritangaPodcast! In honor of Super Bowl LIX season, we're kicking off the year with an insightful episode featuring Marissa Solis, Senior Vice President of Global Brand and Consumer Marketing at the National Football League (NFL). From her journey as a proud immigrant from Mexico to leading one of the most iconic brands in the world, Marissa shares her bold strategy to future-proof the NFL, ensuring it stays relevant to younger and more diverse audiences. In this episode, Marissa sits down with Antonio Tijerino to discuss her passion for uplifting the Latino community through initiatives like the NFL Latino Youth Honors, a partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation celebrating high school tackle and flag football athletes excelling on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities. On the pod, Marissa also shares insights on: 🏈 Breaking barriers and building inclusion at the NFL 🏈 The power of storytelling to inspire and connect communities 🏈 Her journey navigating boardrooms and making an impact as a Latina leader From leadership and diversity to the future of sports, listen and subscribe to Fritanga today: https://lnkd.in/ebWTkF-u #NFL #Leadership #LatinaLeaders #Inspiration #DiversityInSports  #PlayFootball #NFLLatinoYouthHonors #SBLIX

Nathaniel Burleson and #YoungDylan announce the NFL Latino Youth Honors next nominees on #NFLSlimetime! Mariano Talamantez was nominated by the Green Bay Packers, and Edson Pacheco was nominated by the Cleveland Browns. Visit https://lnkd.in/eZZ2pm4v to learn more about the NFL Latino Youth Honors, presented by Procter & Gamble in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. “Together with the National Football League (NFL), we are excited to introduce this year’s NFL Latino Youth Honors nominees and finalists,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “These young Latinos and Latinas are an impressive group of high-achieving student-athletes, representing diverse talents, backgrounds, and accomplishments. Their excellence as athletes, students, and leaders is something we are proud to recognize.” #NFLLatinoYouthHonors

This week, we were thrilled to host more than 400 students at our Navigating Your Academic and Professional Future Summits at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Our initiative is all about equipping students with the tools they need to successfully transition through school, college, and into their future careers. Thanks to AT&T we are enhancing digital literacy and learning opportunities for our #LeadersOfToday. Together, we’re narrowing the digital divide! Antonio Tijerino

Nathaniel Burleson and #YoungDylan announce the NFL Latino Youth Honors next nominees, Lucas Carranza and Paola Cruz-Ramos on #NFLSlimetime. Visit https://lnkd.in/eZZ2pm4v to learn more about the NFL Latino Youth Honors, presented by Procter & Gamble in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. “Together with the NFL, we are excited to introduce this year’s NFL Latino Youth Honors nominees and finalists,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “These young Latinos and Latinas are an impressive group of high-achieving student-athletes, representing diverse talents, backgrounds, and accomplishments. Their excellence as athletes, students, and leaders is something we are proud to recognize.” #NFLLatinoYouthHonors

Exciting start to 2025 with the "Navigating Your Academic and Professional Future Summit" at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley! Organized by Hispanic Heritage Foundation, this two-day event is packed with: 🎓 College prep tips from Latino professionals. 🤝 Mentorship, leadership opportunities. 🏆 Digital Credentials and raffle prizes. With the support of AT&T’s The Achievery platform, hundreds of students were able to access valuable tools and create actionable strategies to support their academic and professional aspirations. #LeadersOfToday #GettingCollegeReady #DigitalInclusion #NavigatingYourFuture Antonio Tijerino.

Nathaniel Burleson and #YoungDylan announce the return of the Latino Youth Honors program on #NFLSlimeTime! Visit https://lnkd.in/eZZ2pm4v to learn more about the NFL Latino Youth Honors, presented by Procter & Gamble in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. “Together with the National Football League (NFL), we are excited to introduce this year’s #NFLLatinoYouthHonors nominees and finalists,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “These young Latinos and Latinas are an impressive group of high-achieving student-athletes, representing diverse talents, backgrounds, and accomplishments. Their excellence as athletes, students, and leaders is something we are proud to recognize.”

This season, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible community of supporters, partners, and advocates.   Together, we’ve created opportunities to meet leaders at every stage of their development—nurturing young students, empowering today’s youth leaders, and fostering growth for professionals and families across the nation.   From planting the seeds of leadership to celebrating excellence and identity, your support has been the driving force behind our work.    On behalf of the HHF staff, Board, and sponsors, thank you for helping us inspire, uplift, and empower our community. Here’s to a new year filled with growth, connection, and continued impact! #happyholidays #grateful #hhf Antonio Tijerino