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Established in 2007 as a public, nonprofit organization, the Latino Leadership Council seeks to advance cultural strength, leadership, and well-being within the Latino Community.
In this issue, we’re honored to share a powerful client success story, highlights from our community impact work, a board member spotlight, recent events, job openings with trusted partners, and resources that continue to support and uplift Latino families across our region.
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Alan was referred to our program by Sutter Roseville Medical Center during a critical period in his life. He was experiencing a serious kidney infection that required ongoing medical care and specialist treatment, with an additional surgery still pending. At the time of referral, he also did not have Medi-Cal coverage or an established primary care provider, creating barriers to accessing the care he urgently needed.
Staff supported Alan in applying for Medi-Cal and connecting with a primary care provider at Chapa Health. However, the impact of his illness extended beyond his medical needs. Unable to work, Alan and his family faced increasing financial strain. He lives with his wife and baby, and although their two older children in Mexico provided some support, the family struggled to keep up with basic expenses.
As housing stability became a concern, team members Karen and Celina worked closely with Alan to secure rental assistance. This support helped the family remain housed during a time of medical uncertainty and financial hardship, allowing Alan to focus on his treatment and recovery.
His experience demonstrates how quickly a medical crisis can become a housing crisis without timely intervention. By addressing both health care access and housing stability, the program helped prevent displacement and provided critical stability for the family.
| | | Turn Your Break-Up Into A Pick-Up While Supporting Latino Leadership Council | |
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Looking for a meaningful way to give back this season? Consider donating your unwanted car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or boat to the Latino Leadership Council, no working condition required.
Your vehicle donation is tax-deductible and directly supports our work serving underserved Spanish-speaking communities. Every contribution helps us continue providing essential programs and services that empower and uplift families throughout our region.
Getting started is easy: call 855-500-7433 or visit careasy.org/latino-leadership-council to learn how your donation can make a lasting impact.
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Seeking Breast Cancer Patients/Survivors for Study | |
The Health Equity Leadership, Science, and Community Lab (The LCC Lab), led by Dr. Luis Carvajal-Carmona, is recruiting Latina breast cancer patients and survivors for a study called Entendiéndonos/Understanding, which explores barriers and facilitators to genetic testing. The study involves a phone survey with a bilingual research team member, and eligible participants may be invited to an in-depth interview with a bilingual genetic counselor. Participants will receive gift cards for their time.
Eligibility: Hispanic/Latina, diagnosed within the past five years, ages 20–79, California residents at diagnosis, Spanish or English speakers.
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La Vanguardia Academy is a 6-month virtual fundraising training program designed for Latinx college students and early to mid-career professionals interested in building a career in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector. Participants will gain hands-on training in major gifts, grant writing, corporate fundraising, capital campaigns, prospect research, and more, while joining a national cohort of emerging Latinx leaders.
Apply by February 27, 2026!
| Placer Community Foundation Scholarships | |
Invest in dreams!
Placer Community Foundation connects local high school seniors and current college students with scholarships that make higher education possible. With a variety of programs based on financial need, merit, area of study, or school district, students have the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Applications are open December through March—apply by February 27! You can also create a personalized scholarship fund to support Placer County youth and help shape the next generation of leaders, artists, healthcare workers, and more.
Apply by February 27, 2026!
| Lulac Academy Scholarship | |
Become a Leader at the 2026 LULAC Academy!
Young Latino leaders are invited to join the LULAC Academy during the National Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., on February 24, 2026. Scholarship recipients receive travel reimbursement, free lodging, and meals. Don’t miss hands-on leadership sessions, networking with top Latino leaders, and opportunities to speak out on the issues affecting our communities.
Apply by February 13, 2026!
| | Board Member & Staff Highlight | | Our Board Member, Valdemar Sandoval, and Deputy Director, Celina Salas, presented on the Latino Leadership Council at BizLink’s Networking Power Hour & Non-Profit Highlight this past Friday. We appreciate BizLink Alliance for providing an opportunity to connect professionals and highlight Latino leadership in our community. | | Our Youth Ambassadors participated in the 8th Annual Placer MLK Celebration to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. It was a meaningful way to celebrate his legacy of justice, equality, and community leadership. | | As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, our team attended the Red Sand Project, a powerful community art installation where grains of red sand are poured into sidewalk cracks to symbolize the millions of people who fall through the cracks and are commercially sexually exploited. | | Our team attended Natomas High School’s 8th Grade Parents Welcome Night and back-to-school events, connecting with students and families while supporting them as they kicked off the new school year. | | This month, children practiced reading during daily circle time while strengthening skills such as letter recognition, number identification, color recognition, and writing their names. They celebrated special themed days including Owl Day, Snowman Day, and Bear Day. Children also explored creativity through hands-on art projects such as handprint New Year art, handprint snowmen on canvas, paper plate owl collages, and paper plate bear masks. Infants participated in sensory art activities including footprint owls on canvas and bear painting in Ziplock bags. At Mami y Yo, January was filled with learning, creativity, and a joyful New Year celebration. | | |
If you would like more information about Mami y Yo, please contact
Promotora Lissett Carrasquel @ LissettC@LatinoLeadershipCouncil.org
| | Entre Amigos y Chiquillos | | Our Entre Amigos y Chiquillos group enjoyed a meaningful and joy-filled field trip to Quarry Park in Rocklin, where youth and families spent time outdoors connecting with nature and one another. The experience provided an opportunity to build friendships, strengthen community bonds, and create lasting memories in a supportive and welcoming environment. | | |
If you would like more information about our Youth Programs, please contact
Youth Promotora, Estela Leyva at EstelaL@LatinoLeadershipCouncil.org
| | Mis Cuates is an in-Spanish weekly support group for men that addresses cultural and family dynamics, stress and anxiety, etc., and supports on how to work through the issues. It allows the Latino community to have a safe space to express their unique experiences. | | The Latino Leadership Council recognizes that our communities thrive when partners and agencies hire bilingual and bicultural staff. These individuals play a vital role in bridging gaps and delivering culturally responsive services. Below are organizations currently hiring Spanish-speaking personnel to better serve our community. | | |
Stand up Placer Career Opportunities
Stand Up Placer is a valued community partner dedicated to supporting survivors and families through compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services. They are currently hiring a Bilingual Housing Case Manager to support individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Click the link above to learn more and apply for this opportunity.
Tri County Job Fair
Join job seekers from Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado Counties at the Tri-Counties Job Fair on Thursday, March 19, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at Rancho Cordova City Hall. Connect with hiring managers, explore local job opportunities, and participate in interviews. Dress to impress and bring copies of your resume.
Lighthouse Counseling & Family Resource Center Opportunities
Lighthouse Counseling & Family Resource Center is a valued community partner dedicated to supporting individuals and families through compassionate, culturally responsive services. They are currently hiring a Bi-Lingual Care Manager. Click the link above to learn more and apply for this opportunity.
Chapa-De Indian Health Career Opportunities
Chapa-De Indian Health is a great partner of the Latino Leadership Council (LLC), helping meet the needs of our Latino community. They are hiring bilingual and bicultural staff. Click the link above to apply to these opportunities.
Share these openings with anyone who wants to make an impact in the Latino community!
| | Community Resources and Events | | Below are some links from our partners and community members. If you have any resources for the Latino community you'd like us to share, please email us. | | You Can Support Us in Various Ways | | Shop or donate through our partners: | | |
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To donate via mail, please make check payable to
Latino Leadership Council and mail to:
2945 Bell Road Suite 274, Auburn, CA 95603.
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