Together let’s celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, and recognize the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. 

The heritage month starts on the 15th to acknowledge the independence day anniversaries of  Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, all of which are on the 15th. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively.

Contrary to the offensive and erroneous rhetoric of the current U.S. administration, the United States has always been home to, and benefitted from the contributions of, people of Hispanic heritage.

“Hispanic Heritage Month provides an additional opportunity to explore the incredible impact Latinas and Latinos have had on the United States for generations,” reads the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino. “The Latino presence in America spans centuries, predating Spain’s colonization of what is now part of the United States, and they have been an integral part of shaping our nation since the Revolutionary War.” 

The nonprofits

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The Hispanic National Bar Association “Vision in Action” Fund

For 53 years, the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) has acted as a force for positive change in the legal profession and in communities across the country. The HNBA charitable arm, the Vision in Action Fund (VIA), empowers and advances the educational, professional and economic development of Hispanics in the legal profession and their communities. It does this through educational, professional, leadership and networking programs, activities and initiatives, as well as two national conferences and numerous community outreach efforts.

The Hispanic National Bar Association “Vision in Action” Fund uses a Give Lively-powered Campaign Page to collect donations through its website. 

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Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber

This organization’s mission is to support economic advancement, wealth creation and equity for Latinos in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber aims to close the Latino economic equity gap by creating opportunities and growing the Latino community’s wealth and assets by investing in its community’s entrepreneurial spirit, supporting its future generations’ access to higher education and preparing its emerging leaders to succeed in their careers and in the communities at large. 

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber uses a Give Lively-powered Core Profile page to collect donations through its website.

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Pathway Initiative Inc

The Pathway Initiative is designed to be a comprehensive ecosystem for training the next generation of physicians and scientists. It aims to increase access for talented and motivated low-income and underrepresented students, to help them achieve their career potential in medicine, the life sciences and biotechnology, and support their return to medically underserved communities, increasing healthcare access for all. The program is dedicated to supporting its students every step of the way, from middle school through college and medical residency or graduate program.

The Pathway Initiative uses a Give Lively-powered Branded Donation Widget to collect donations directly on its website.

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The Latino Medical Student Association 

This organization unites and empowers current and future physicians through service, mentorship and education to improve the health of Hispanic, Latino and other historically marginalized communities in the United States. The Latino Medical Student Association envisions a healthcare system where all patients benefit from diverse, well-supported providers; disparities are addressed through advocacy, education and awareness, and underrepresented communities receive the care they deserve.

The Latino Medical Student Association uses a Give Lively-powered Simple Donation Widget to collect donations directly on its website.

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Five nonprofits in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month