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Small Arts Nonprofits Face Uncertainty as NEA Cuts “Challenge America” Grant
The $10K award, canceled for the 2026 fiscal year amid Trump’s anti-DEI mandates, was long seen as an entry point for receiving federal funding. In February, amid a slew of Trump mandates targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, the NEA cancelled its Challenge America program for at least the 2026 fiscal year. The program, founded in 2001 to…
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Latinitas Announces New Mission–What It Means For The Organization
On the cusp of a new year, Latinitas has debuted a new mission that beautifully reflects the organization’s growth and direction. The new mission statement is “To empower girls and their communities through culturally relevant education” and touches on the key aspects that set Latinitas apart; their culture, and curriculum which go beyond helping their younger students…
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Announcement: Latinitas’ New Mission
We are excited to share an important update about the future of Latinitas. As we continue inspiring confidence and empowering community, our mission has evolved to better reflect the transformative work we do alongside the girls and families we serve. After thoughtful reflection and engagement with our community, we’re proud to share our new mission:…
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Latinitas Hosts ‘Navidad Tropical’ Inspired Open House For Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday Latintias invited supporters and sponsors to their home office for some cozy festivities at their annual open house event. The theme was Navidad Tropical, and true to it the organization had fun holiday music, beautiful decorations, and a tiki hut courtesy of Texas Tiki Time. As guests mingled and discussed their love for…
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An Empowering Day at Startup Chica San Antonio: Conference Recap
Last Saturday, Latinitas packed up their gear and headed over to the Jewel C. Weitzel Center in San Antonio for an exciting Startup Chica Conference in the city. Startup Chica is Latinitas one-day-only conference that inspires attendees, students between the ages of nine and fourteen, to take a crack at inventing their own business. Throughout the day the students…
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Meet Child Prodigy Adhara Perez Sanchez: A Trailblazer in STEM with a High IQ & NASA Dreams
With a dream of working for NASA someday, a 12-year prodigy from Mexico City has taken the world of STEM by storm with her genuine IQ higher than Einstein and Steven Hawking. Adhara Perez Sanchez is a young Mexican girl who already has achieved 2 degrees in both systems and industrial engineering and is currently working towards…
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Latinitas Gave Away 125 Free Laptops with AT&T & Human-IT.
Just as the title suggests, this past weekend Latinitas, in partnership with AT&T and Human-I-T, gave away over a hundred laptops for free. The event was inspired by Latinitas longstanding promise to empower students through technology, as these laptops are seen as a true necessity. A way to bridge the digital divide, connecting students with technology and tools for…
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Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth with Austin FC & Kendra Scott 💚💛💜
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we had the privilege of celebrating with Austin FC and Kendra Scott, creating unforgettable experiences for our students at Q2 Stadium and Kendra Scott’s headquarters. The day was filled with inspiration as they delved into themes of creativity, leadership, and empowerment. A heartfelt shoutout to Rocio (Rocky) Zapata, Trennis Jones, and…
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AT&T & Human-I-T Partner With Latinitas To Give Away Laptops on September 28
Yes, you read that right. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 28, as Latinitas, in partnership with AT&T and Human-I-T, will be distributing 125 refurbished laptops to Austin students in need. The event, which will take place at the Latinitas office starting at 8:30 AM, was inspired in part by Latinitas longstanding promise to empower students through technology. As City…
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In Honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Blackbaud Spotlights Two Organizations Uplifting Youth from Hispanic Communities
National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 through October 15, is a time to honor the rich tapestry of contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories that make up the American Latino community. This observance also marks the independence days of several Latin American countries, including Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Mexico. …
