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September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through October 15 and celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans. The date is notable because five Central American countries — Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua — celebrate their independence on this day. Mexico celebrates its independence on September 16, followed by Chile on September 18.
The term “Hispanic” generally refers to people with roots in Spanish-speaking countries and cultures. The U.S. Census Bureau describes the Hispanic population as including people tracing their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. People who identify as Hispanic may be of any race.
Today, more than 70 million Hispanic people live in the United States, representing about 21% of the U.S. population. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve rounded up organizations and networks that provide resources, support, and opportunities for Hispanic and Latino communities across the United States.
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Organizations
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation: The Hispanic Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit focused on education, workforce development, leadership, and community impact. Its programs include initiatives for students, young professionals, and entrepreneurs in the United States and Latin America.
National Alliance for Hispanic Health: The National Alliance for Hispanic Health connects Hispanic communities with health information, programs, and services. Its community-based members reach more than 15 million Hispanic people each year, and its free Su Familia helpline provides health information and support in English and Spanish.
The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce advocates for the economic interests of more than five million Hispanic-owned businesses across the country. The organization focuses on issues including access to capital, workforce development, education, immigration, and entrepreneurship.
UnidosUS: UnidosUS is the country’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization. Its work spans immigration, education, health, housing, economic opportunity, and other issues affecting Latino communities, supported by a network of nearly 300 community-based organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico.
Networks and community resources
The Hispanic Federation: The Hispanic Federation works with Latino nonprofit organizations and communities across the United States, with programs focused on areas including education, health, immigration, civic engagement, and economic opportunity.
United We Dream: United We Dream is the country’s largest immigrant youth-led network, with one million members nationwide. The organization offers resources and support for immigrant young people while advocating on immigration issues.
National Hispanic Institute: The National Hispanic Institute works to engage high school and college-age students in community leadership roles.
National Hispanic Leadership Agenda: The NHLA is a nonpartisan coalition of 40 national and regional Hispanic civil rights and public policy organizations. It brings Hispanic leaders together to identify policy priorities and raise awareness of issues affecting Latino communities.
Spanish-language immigration resources from Boundless
Looking for information about the U.S. immigration process in Spanish? Boundless offers Spanish-language guides covering green cards, fiancé visas, immigration forms, and more.
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