“Latinos comprise a significant portion of Arizona’s population, yet they are vastly underrepresented in the philanthropic sector,” said Anna María Chávez, Esq., President & CEO of the Arizona Community Foundation.
The Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) held a transformative evening on September 5th to celebrate the re-launch of its Latinos Unidos initiative and the groundbreaking first-year grant awards of the Latinas in Philanthropy & Service (LIPS) giving circle. The event, titled “United for Arizona | Unidos por Arizona,” brought together influential Latino leaders and advocates to amplify Latino voices in philanthropy and bolster the impact of Latino-led non-profit organizations.
“Latinos comprise a significant portion of Arizona’s population, yet they are vastly underrepresented in the philanthropic sector,” said Anna María Chávez, Esq., President & CEO of the Arizona Community Foundation. “Latinos Unidos is a movement designed to change this narrative and empower Latino generosity. This event served as a powerful platform to showcase the incredible work being done by Latino leaders and organizations across our state.”
The gathering featured distinguished guests including Anna María Chávez, Esq., President & CEO of the Arizona Community Foundation, Catherine Anaya, host of Horizonte on Arizona PBS, Leezie Kim,Board Chair of ACF, Phoenix Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira, and Monica Villalobos, President & CEO of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Attendees enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while engaging in discussions about the importance of Latino philanthropic leadership.
ACF’s Latinos Unidos initiative aims to increase Latino participation and leadership in philanthropy and strengthen the effectiveness of Arizona’s Latino-led and Latino-serving nonprofits. The initiative provides resources and support for Latino donors and organizations, fostering a more equitable and impactful philanthropic landscape in Arizona.
The LIPS giving circle, launched within Latinos Unidos, unites passionate Latinas dedicated to supporting a brighter future for Latinas in Arizona. The event celebrated the LIPS circle’s first-year grant awards, highlighting their commitment to making a positive difference.
The success of the Latinos Unidos event underscores the growing momentum behind Latino philanthropy in Arizona.ACF remains committed to fostering Latino leadership and strengthening the impact of Latino-led organizations throughout the state.
ABOUT THE ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) is a statewide philanthropic organization designed to connect Arizonans with causes they care about. With more than $1 billion in assets, ACF stewards charitable gifts to empower nonprofits and strengthen Arizona communities. For more information, visit azfoundation.org.
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