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News Releases 08 January 2024

Hispanic Access Welcomes Conservation Networks Manager

Hispanic Access is delighted to announce the addition of Ana Jimenez as the Conservation Networks Manager. Jimenez has over nine years of experience working in the non-profit sector and will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing various conservation-related advisory councils and networks within the organization.

News Releases 08 January 2024

Hispanic Access Announces New Hispanic Leadership Network Director

Hispanic Access is pleased to announce the appointment of Pablo Juarez as our new Hispanic Leadership Network Director. In this role, he will shape the program’s vision, lead the program team, and steer the program toward becoming a model of excellence in community leadership development.

News Releases 18 December 2023

Hispanic Access Welcomes Community Navigator Team

Hispanic Access is thrilled to announce the addition of Andres Almanza, Moses Borjas, Norma Chairez-Hartell, Luis Cruz, Rosa Malagon, Martin Martinez, Daniel Miguel, Berliz Morales, Magdalena Morales-Maithalouni, and Rebeca Rodriguez as Community Navigators to implement comprehensive outreach strategies to engage the Latino community and other target populations and to serve as a bridge between 1,200+ Latino serving organizations and the U.S. Forest Service throughout its nine regions.

News Releases 14 December 2023

Hispanic Access Foundation Welcomes a New Development Manager

Hispanic Access Foundation is excited to announce the addition of Andrea Sanfeliz as a Development Manager. She is a seasoned professional in institutional development, adept at fortifying organizations and guiding them through the planning, monitoring, fundraising, and execution of projects, and has a diverse background collaborating with both Mexican and American non-profit organizations and think tanks.

Spotlight Story 10 January 2024

Andrés Pérez Cintrón: Catalyzing Change Through the Integration of Cultural Heritage in Conservation

Andrés Pérez Cintrón, a passionate environmental advocate from Puerto Rico, has a unique view about the integration of cultural knowledge in the field of natural resources. His journey into environmental conservation is marked by resilience, dedication, and a profound connection to his cultural heritage. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, he thrives as a Natural Resources Specialist at the USDA Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF).

News Coverage 05 January 2024

LATIN TIMES: Exclusive: How Hispanic Access Foundation Seeks to Develop Next Generation of Latino Leaders

The Latin Times spoke with Maite Arce, President and CEO of Hispanic Access Foundation, about the organization's work, goals and challenges. 

Spotlight Story 03 January 2024

Yashira M. Valentín Feliciano: Fostering Opportunities for Students of Color

Yashira M. Valentin Feliciano, a passionate advocate for conservation and community empowerment, has devoted her career to bridging gaps and creating opportunities for young leaders of color in conservation. As a Program Associate for Hispanic Access Foundation, Yashira’s commitment to serving her community and her beloved Puerto Rico shines through her impactful work.

Spotlight Story 20 December 2023

Avance Latino: First Forest Service CWDG Grant Applicant Testimonial

One of our first Forest Service CWDG grant applicants, Avance Latino, took some time to reach out and shared the following about their experience with us. "We are incredibly grateful for Hispanic Access's unwavering support throughout this process. Their guidance and resources have been invaluable, and we are confident that with their continued partnership, we can achieve remarkable things.

Spotlight Story 13 December 2023

Luke Argleben: Strategic Fundraising with Latino Communities in Mind

Not many people have the joy and power of transforming an organization at the same time it shapes one’s professional life. In the case of Luke Argleben, Director of Development for Hispanic Access Foundation, he has had the tremendous opportunity to do just that. Since he arrived at the organization 6 years ago, he has reflected on the transformative power of human relations and community when it comes to the growth and reach the organization has had in recent years.

Blog 13 December 2023

"Prepárate Para un Futuro Mejor" Financial Literacy Training Impacts in 2023

“Financial intelligence is simply having more options, figuring out ways to create opportunities or altering situations to work in your favor.”
-Robert Kiyosaki

As 2023 draws to a close, and we reflect on our various programs, initiatives, and impact, one key initiative that has made a lasting impact in our community is our partnership with the NASDAQ Foundation, in which we were able to offer financial literacy training to various communities with the help of Thrivent Financial.

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