We’re ending the year on a high note—the #ChumashHeritageNationalMarineSanctuary designation became official! 🎉✨ Thanks to years of community advocacy efforts by the #NorthernChumashTribalCouncil, community leaders, and members of Hispanic Access’ Por La Creación Faith-Based Alliance, the sanctuary protects marine life, uplifts Latino communities, and preserves Indigenous sacred sites. Learn more➡️https://lnkd.in/ecTMtnnH
Hispanic Access Foundation
Civic and Social Organizations
Washington, DC 6,080 followers
Building Bridges. Changing Lives.
About us
Breaking down barriers, opening doors and clearing the path — Hispanic Access makes establishing access a top priority for the Latino community. From connecting communities with issue experts and decision makers to providing firsthand experiences, information, resources and even paid fellowship opportunities, Hispanic Access helps Latinos throughout the nation access opportunities that help improve their lives, communities and the nation as a whole. Our vision is that one day, every Latino in the United States will enjoy good physical health and a healthy natural environment, a high-quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their community with the sum of improving the future of America.
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http://hispanicaccess.org
External link for Hispanic Access Foundation
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- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2010
- Specialties
- Grassroots Hispanic Outreach, Building Coalitions, Faith-Based and Community Engagement, Helpline and Online Community Resource Support, Data-driven Program Development, Communications Campaigns, Strengthening Local Leaders, and Maximizing Hispanic Participation
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“El océano es parte fundamental de nuestras vidas. Desde días de playa en familia hasta ceremonias de bautismo junto al mar; la reciente designación del #SantuarioMarinodelPatrimonioChumash ayuda a preservar el océano y la creación de Dios para las futuras generaciones.” --Pastor Claudio Lapidus, miembro de Por La Creación Faith-Based Alliance. Lee más sobre santuario ➡️https://lnkd.in/ecTMtnnH
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To end our first year of STEM education programming, our STEM program brought Latino youth to Mystic Aquarium for an incredible behind-the-scenes experience! 🐠 Students explored marine conservation, discovered career opportunities, and learned about aquaculture and marine rescue. Thank you to our partner, Mystic Aquarium, for helping inspire and empower the next generation of Latino professionals in health and science! Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/MASTEM24 #STEMEducation
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Happy Holidays from our Hispanic Access team to you! Thank you for your support and contribution this year. 🎄☃️❄️ If you'd like to help us make 2025 even better, you can still donate today ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gWyJU-qw
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Exciting news! Hispanic Access is thrilled to announce the grantees for the Nuestros Bosques: Faith-Based and Strategic Local Investments program! In partnership with the USDA Forest Service, we’re enhancing tree canopy across the U.S. through over $10.7 million in funding! 🌱 Grantees will implement projects prioritizing tree canopy expansion and biodiversity, while improving well-being and access to nature. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eTF6qwz8 #Forestry #CommunityGrowth
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It took many years of community advocacy to get the #ChumashHeritageNationalMarineSanctuary in #California designated. 🌊✨ 📍 4,543 sq. miles of protected ocean 🥇 First #MarineSanctuary in ocean waters in 30 years 🥇First nominated by an Indigenous Tribe 🥉 Third largest in the U.S. Join us in this celebration by liking and sharing the post!
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Did you know nearly 94% of our funds go directly to community programs? Thanks to your generosity, Latino leaders are making change happen. Let’s make 2025 even more impactful. Donate now and be part of this transformation ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gWyJU-qw
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A special shoutout to Church of the City in New London, CT! We are deeply grateful for your generosity in opening your doors to host our STEM & Health Talks this year. Your support helped us inspire over 60 community members and the next generation of Latino professionals in STEM and health. Thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌🏽
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“La designación del #SantuarioMarinoNacionaldelPatrimonioChumash en #California, es un reflejo de nuestra fe en acción, cuidando de la creación divina para que generaciones futuras hereden un océano lleno de vida,” dijo Juan Rosas, Gerente de Por la Creación Faith-Based Alliance de Hispanic Access. Celebra con nosotros este logro y legado en beneficio de todas nuestras comunidades. 🌊✨
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