MANA and Hermanitas Empower Latina Girls to Success
By Melanie Slone Latina teens have among the highest dropout rates, the lowest college…
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Bill de la Fuente Scholarship Foundation Fosters Strong, Educated Communities
Discover the power of 36 dollars and the hard work of students and business…
From F Student to Community Leader: Jimmy Figueroa’s Story
By Melanie Slone Jimmy Figueroa was never part of a gang, but “a large…
Reyna Grande Highlights the Immigrant Experience through her Writing
By Melanie Slone Reyna Grande is the multi-award-winning author of the bestselling memoir The…
Dr. Beatriz Villarreal works ‘one-on-one’ to instill family values
By Melanie Slone Beatriz Villarreal, Mano a Mano beatriz@mamf.org 760-492-8897 “Not in a million…
From At-risk Youth to Ballet Folklórico Director: José Jaimes Celebrates Culture and Discipline
By Melanie Slone “I see myself in a lot of kids…looking for someone to…
Oscarin Ortega’s Lived Experiences
Hardship, mental health, and stereotypes: The uphill battle in helping others find their own…
From Latina to Latina: Financial Empowerment is within Your Reach
Adriana Brunner shows us how education and community engagement can help you make the…
The Snow Goose Global Thanksgiving: Acclaimed Author Victor Villaseñor Holds Sacred Celebration at His Home in Oceanside
By Melanie Slone “There’s only one race, the human race, with different cultures,” says…