named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Fuerza en Comunidad: Navigating Challenges Together
Emotional support initiative offering resources for families facing immigration-related stress and uncertainty
Parranda Navideña
Culturally themed holiday event celebrating Latino traditions through music, dance, and family activities
Sofrito Sunday
Community gathering centered on food, culture, and connection for Latina mothers and families
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Community outreach to promote cultural programs and eventsConducts outreach to families by tabling at community fairs, schools, and local gatherings to promote programs and cultural events, expanding access and participation among Latino/Latinx families.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Facilitating community gatherings for Latina mothers and familiesCreates inclusive community spaces where Latina mothers of diverse generational and cultural backgrounds can connect, share experiences, and celebrate their heritage. Offers recurring facilitated discussion groups focused on raising bicultural Latino and Latinx children and strengthening cultural identity and belonging.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizing cultural events to strengthen Latino/Latinx cultural identityHosts signature cultural events such as Parrandas and holiday celebrations like "Parranda Navidena with a Twist" to engage families in hands-on Puerto Rican and broader Latinx traditions. These events are designed to connect children and families with their heritage and build community through shared cultural practices, with documented events in Suffolk and a 2024 gala.
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Supporting cultural identity through intergenerational family programsProvides engaging, intergenerational programs that bring families together to celebrate Latino/Latinx culture and enrich children’s cultural identity. Activities are designed to strengthen cultural belonging among Latina families through shared traditions and community participation.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Using merchandise sales to support organizational programsGenerates revenue through merchandise sales to support the organization’s programs and operating costs, contributing to financial sustainability.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing emotional support resources for Latino familiesDeveloped and distributed an Emotional Support Guide for Families to help address stress and uncertainty related to immigration and deportation, offering practical tools for family well-being.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$25K
Contributions & grants$5K21%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$50%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$4K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$22K
2 years on record · 2022–2023 · YoY revenue +176.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 7
- Adriana Valencia — Board Member
- Andrea Tarazi — Board Member
- Dorothy Santana — Executive Director
- Glorisbel Roman — Board Member
- Miroslava Gonzalez — Board Member
- Pamela Carvajal — Board Member
- Priscilla Zarate — Board Member
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Advocates for Children of New York Partner — Board member Pamela Mendez serves as staff attorney at Advocates for Children of New York, indicating a professional affiliation and potential partnership.
- JG Photography Studios Partner — Photography partner providing gallery services for the organization's events.
- La Fiesta Radio Partner — Board member Pam Carvajal is a radio personality with La Fiesta Radio, suggesting a media partnership to amplify cultural programming.
- Latina Moms Connect Network — Self-identified network of Latina mothers and caregivers raising bicultural children.
- Long Island Ecuadorian Latin American Chamber of Commerce Partner — Pam Carvajal is a founding member, indicating organizational ties between Latina Moms Connect and this chamber.
- RoMaRo Photography Partner — Photography partner documenting the organization's events.
- community-based organizations Partner — Collaborates with community-based organizations to host cultural events and support programs for the Latino and Latinx community.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culturally Grounded Community Buildingmethodology: culturally_grounded_community_buildingBy creating dedicated, culturally rooted spaces for Latina mothers and families, we strengthen community resilience and identity because shared cultural values and traditions foster mutual support, belonging, and intergenerational pride.