32nd Anniversary Gala

THE HISTORIC WAKEFIELD BARN

June 1, 2024

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WELCOME

MESSAGE

Welcome to the 32nd Anniversary Gala of El Centro Hispano! It is a privilege to celebrate with you tonight as we come together to honor our journey and recognize the remarkable contributions of individuals and organizations that have profoundly impacted our community Your support and commitment to our cause have been instrumental in transforming countless lives, and we are profoundly grateful for your generosity and dedication.

Tonight, we reflect on the milestones we have achieved and the lives we have touched, thanks to the incredible support from our community Each of you plays a vital role in our mission, and it is through your efforts that El Centro Hispano continues to thrive and make a difference.

As we look ahead, we are inspired by the progress we have made and the promise of what is yet to come. Together, we will continue to empower, uplift, and transform our community.

Pilar Rocha-Goldberg President & CEO El Centro Hispano

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MISSION

We work to strengthen the community, build bridges, and advocate for equity and inclusion

VISION

The Hispanic/Latino/Latinx community strengthening and advancing people in North Carolina and beyond.

VALUES

Flexibility and adaptation to change Vocation to serve. Teamwork Respect. Leadership & Equity

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EL CENTRO HISPANO

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AGENDA

5:00PM 7:15PM 7:17PM 7:20PM 7:40PM 8:30PM 8:40PM 9:00PM 11:00PM 1:00AM

Gala Kick-Off Reception & Reception

Vibrant display of folkloric dance and music performances. Silent auction starts.

Opening Remarks

Jazmin Wurts, Master of Ceremonies

Welcome Address

Pilar Rocha-Goldberg, El Centro Hispano President & CEO

Guest Speakers

Cristina España, NC Office of Governor Roy Cooper

Yazmin Garcia Rico, Cone Health Foundation

Jorge Archila, Consul General of Guatemala

Leonardo Williams, Mayor of Durham

Antelmo Salazar, President of El Colectivo Perla Jaralillo, El Centro Hispano Community Member

Dinner & Guest Artist Performances

Abakua & Takiri Folclor Latina

Awards Presentation

Ed Blount and Maria and Urbano Ehuan Scholarships presented by Denisse Burgos and Art Ehuan Gilbertson-Clark Visionary Award, presented by Debra Jones and Stelfanie Williams. President’s Award, presented by Patrick Byker. President’s Award - Advocate of the Year, presented by Mayra Rodas and Leslie Villen. Volunteer of the Year Award, presented by Pedro Mantilla

Closing

Announcement of silent auction winners & performance of Regia de Monterrey

Fiesta

Dance the night away to the rhythm of live band music

After Party

Continue the celebration with more music and entertainment

End of Gala

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AWARDS& SCHOLARSHIPS GALA 2024

Gilbertson Clark Visionary Award

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints make up a diverse community of people around the world with a shared faith in God and His Son, Jesus Christ.

President's Award

NC BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD FOUNDATION

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation is a private, charitable foundation established as an independent entity by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina in 2000. For more than two decades, Blue Cross NC Foundation has been honored to work with – and support –organizations, government entities, and community partnerships across the entire state, investing more than $220 million in North Carolina through grants, collaborations, and special initiatives

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President's - Advocate of the Year Award

CRISTINA ESPAÑA

Cristina España, a Guatemal-tica (a Guatemalan born in Costa Rica), is Governor Roy Cooper's Deputy Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, leading initiatives for the inclusion of New Americans in North Carolina (as the first appointed for this purpose) and represents the state at the Office of New Americans National Network

Volunteer of the Year CARLOS RUBIO

Carlos is the General Manager at the Delta by Marriott in Durham, NC, a position he has held since 2020. For the past year and a half, Carlos has dedicated his time to volunteering once a week at El Centro Hispano, to give back and connect with passionate, like-minded individuals who are also committed to supporting the community.

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