LatinoLEAD

What an incredible night at Gracias Giving 2024! 🎉 We celebrated our amazing community, thanked our incredible sponsors, partners, and champions, and honored our Super Volunteers: 🌟 Dr. Daisy Valentin 🌟 Gustavo Rosso 🌟 Juan Velez-Barron 🌟 Belginy Lopez A huge gracias to our hosts, Jeremy and Krista Carroll from North House, for their generosity and $1,000 contribution that led the way for a night full of giving and gratitude. 💙 The celebration isn’t over yet—our online auction is still open until January 7th 9 PM CST tonight! Don’t miss out on exclusive prizes and the chance to support LatinoLEAD’s mission. 💻 Bid now at linktr.ee/latinoleadmn. Together, we’re making an impact, and we can’t wait to see what we achieve in 2025! 🚀 #GraciasGiving2024 #LatinoLEAD #SuperVolunteers #LatineLeadership #JuntosSomosMás #CommunityImpact #Celebración 🎁✨

This week, LatinoLEAD gathered incredible Latine leaders and MiLLA partners for our 2nd Annual MiLLA Retreat! 💡🤝 Together, we engaged in thoughtful dialogue, reflecting on our shared advocacy goals and building a statewide Latine Public Policy Agenda that champions equity and opportunity for all. These moments of connection remind us that collaboration is key to shaping the future we wish to see. 🌟 Thank you to everyone who brought their passion, ideas, and dedication to this space. Let’s continue to learn, grow, and advocate together year-round! 💪📜 ¡Juntos somos más fuertes! #LatinoLEAD #MiLLARetreat #LatineLeaders #AdvocacyInAction #CommunityPower 💬✨

The Gracias Giving Online Auction is still open! 🎉 There’s still time to support a great cause and snag some amazing gifts! 🎁 The auction is live until January 7th—don’t miss out on your chance to make a difference while crossing off those last-minute holiday gifts. 🎄💛Bid now and be part of something special via linktr.ee/latinoleadmn!  ¡La subasta en línea de Gracias Giving sigue abierta! 🎉 ¡Aún tienes tiempo para apoyar una gran causa y conseguir regalos increíbles! 🎁 La subasta está abierta hasta el 7 de enero—no te pierdas la oportunidad de hacer una diferencia mientras compras tus regalos de último minuto. 🎄💛 ¡Haz tu oferta ahora y sé parte de algo especial via linktr.ee/latinoleadmn! #GraciasGiving #OnlineAuction #SupportLatineCommunity #HolidayGiving #BidForACause #LatinoLEAD #GiveBack #SeasonOfGiving

Thank you for supporting us, Johan Gomez Sang ! #GraciasGiving2024

When LatinoLEAD wins, we all win! Our organization and Education Action Team was recently selected for the 2024 Mary Diaz Award at The Minnesota English Learner Education (MELEd) Conference last week. We are honored to receive this award, a testament to the significant strides we've made in advancing our advocacy efforts for ELL students in MN. This recognition inspires us to continue pushing boundaries and creating meaningful change. We are also proud to stand on the shoulders of education advocacy giants, such as Mary Diaz. Mary Diaz was “one of the founders of Hamline University’s ESL and bilingual programs. She also worked for the Comprehensive Assistance Center, housed in the Hamline School of Education, from which she provided technical assistance to school districts serving English learners to help them meet Civil Rights Act requirements. According to the Star Tribune's award description, MinneTESOL believes strongly in the importance of advocacy for immigrant and refugee English learners in Minnesota. They acknowledge that the jobs of ESL teachers go beyond the classroom and include many types of advocacy from connecting students to resources to lobbying legislators for policy changes.   We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Jon Peterson and Former Representative Carlos Mariani, partners from the Minnesota Education Equity Partnership for nominating LatinoLEAD for the award in recognition of our powerful advocacy efforts in education.  #LatinoLEAD #EnglishLearnerAdvocacy #EducationAdvocacy #MNEducationAdvocacy #MaryDiazAward #MinnesTESOL #MELEd2024

Wishing everyone a joyful and bright holiday season filled with warmth, love, and the incredible power of community! Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Las Posadas, or other meaningful traditions, our team at LatinoLEAD wishes you joy, peace, and community during this holiday season. This time of year reminds us of the strength we find in coming together, supporting one another, and celebrating the diverse traditions that make us whole. ❄️✨ Together, we create a lasting impact, building a future where everyone belongs, thrives, and contributes to something greater. As we continue the holiday spirit, we invite you to join us on December 10th to celebrate our network's hard work and achievements. May this season bring peace, happiness, and the spirit of unity to you and your loved ones. Let’s continue to uplift and inspire one another, today and always. 🎉🌟

We are thrilled to recognize Gustavo Rosso of Patagonia Visual Solutions as one of LatinoLEAD’s most dedicated and impactful volunteers of the year! 🙌✨ His tireless commitment, positivity, and drive have made a lasting impression on our community and mission. Gustavo brings unmatched energy and a collaborative spirit that inspires those around him. Whether he’s lending a hand at events or offering valuable insights to help strengthen our initiatives, Gustavo’s contributions remind us of the incredible power of volunteerism. We invite you to join us as we honor him in person at Gracias Giving 2024! 📅 When: Tuesday, December 10th 📍 Where: North House ⏰ Time: 5:30-9:00 PM Don’t miss this special evening of gratitude, networking, and celebration. RSVP now at linktr.ee/latinoleadmn ! 🎁🥂 #GraciasGiving2024 #LatinoLEAD #VolunteerAppreciation #LatineLeadership #CommunityImpact #CelebrateVolunteers #LatinePower 💫🌟

Online bidding on Gracias Giving Silent Auction prizes now available via LINKTR.EE/LATINOLEADMN  🎉 Get ready to snag some amazing prizes while supporting LatinoLEAD’s mission! 🌟 Our online auction site is officially open, and you can start submitting your bids now through 9 PM CST on December 10th. 🕘 From exclusive experiences to unique MN sports swag items, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss your chance to bid, win, and give back to our community. 💙 🔗 linktr.ee/latinoleadmn 💻 How to Participate: 1️⃣ Click the link to browse prizes. 2️⃣ Place your bids online. 3️⃣ Keep an eye on your favorites to ensure you win big! Your contributions go a long way in empowering the Latine community and supporting LatinoLEAD’s impactful work. Let’s make this auction a success together! 🙌 #GraciasGiving2024 #LatinoLEAD #OnlineAuction #BidForImpact #LatineLeadership #CommunitySupport #WinBigGiveBack 🎁✨

We are thrilled to congratulate Belginy Lopez for being one of our most valued LatinoLEAD volunteers of the year. Belginy’s journey with us began in 2022 as our very first Operations Intern, and since then, she has continued to be an incredible influencer and driving force for our community. Her remarkable flexibility, sharp attention to detail, and unwavering hard work have been instrumental in fostering meaningful connections between students and LatinoLEAD. Belginy is always the first to say “yes” to any project, consistently stepping up with a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence. Over the years, she has grown into a true leader, inspiring those around her and shaping the success of LatinoLEAD with every effort. 🙌✨ We invite you to join us as we honor her in person at Gracias Giving 2024! 📅 When: Tuesday, December 10th 📍 Where: North House ⏰ Time: 5:30-9:00 PM Don’t miss this special evening of gratitude, networking, and celebration. RSVP now at linktr.ee/latinoleadmn ! 🎁🥂 #GraciasGiving2024 #LatinoLEAD #VolunteerAppreciation #LatineLeadership #CommunityImpact #CelebrateVolunteers #LatinePower 💫🌟

We are excited to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Juan Velez-Barron  for being one of our most valued LatinoLEAD volunteers of the year. His dedication, punctuality, and hard work have been a driving force behind our success this year. As a second-year student at Augsburg University, Juan has demonstrated a deep commitment to the Latine community through his volunteer efforts. Juan’s passion for driving change and his belief in its importance have brought a refreshing, student-centered perspective to LatinoLEAD. His energy and vision have not only contributed to our initiatives but have also inspired others to get involved and make a difference.. 🙌✨ We invite you to join us as we honor her in person at Gracias Giving 2024! 📅 When: Tuesday, December 10th 📍 Where: North House ⏰ Time: 5:30-9:00 PM Don’t miss this special evening of gratitude, networking, and celebration. RSVP now at linktr.ee/latinoleadmn ! 🎁🥂 #GraciasGiving2024 #LatinoLEAD #VolunteerAppreciation #LatineLeadership #CommunityImpact #CelebrateVolunteers #LatinePower 💫🌟