Hispanic Heritage Foundation announces recipients of the 2024 ‘Fresh Food Access For All’ challenge

In recognition of their efforts, $125,000 in grants will be distributed to outstanding organizations from nine states and Washington, D.C

WASHINGTON, D.C. The Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) proudly announced today the recipients of the 2024 ‘Fresh Food Access For All’ challenge, an initiative focused on combating food insecurity through innovative and impactful solutions.

“Latinos are twice more likely to experience food insecurity including one in three children that don’t have reliable food access,” said Antonio Tijerino, President and CEO of HHF. “This crisis in our community continues to impact everything from education to the workforce to our health and family stability.  We believe the answer to any issue in our community can be best addressed by our community. This program identifies, supports, and shares in the vision of entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs, providing creative ideas and initiatives to nourish our community.”

Supported by The Kroger Co. Foundation, this year’s challenge highlights the extraordinary contributions of Latino-owned small businesses, startups, and community-serving organizations across the United States. These groups are actively addressing food insecurity within their communities by creating greater access to healthy and affordable food options.

In recognition of their efforts, $125,000 in grants will be distributed to outstanding organizations from nine states and Washington, D.C., including Arizona, California, Colorado, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, and the nation’s capital.

Learn more about this year’s inspiring grantees:

Wendy Armendariz – Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health – Phoenix, AZ

Bailey Spears – JUNTOS – Phoenix, AZ

Deborah Arteaga – Tempe Community Action Agency – Tempe, AZ

Carl Hampton – Food for Life Ministry – Chino, CA

Marissa Espinoza – Alexandria House – Los Angeles, CA

Minerva Gonzalez – Dos Amigas Meals – Denver, CO

Shane Rudloff – Growing Home Inc. – Westminster, CO

Steph Niaupari – Plantita Power – Washington, D.C.

Tatiana Gomez – Ceres Market, Corp. – Belleville, NJ

Tanisha Velez – Jardin 4 Life Inc. DBA Cleveland Fresh Farmers Market – Cleveland, OH

Mónica Ramírez – Justice for Migrant Women – Fremont, OH

Leonardo Cruz – N.O.W Nature Farm – Portland, OR

Sukripa Shah – Mighty Writers – Philadelphia, PA

Patricia Murphy – Housing Support Services Alliance – Austin, TX

Raul Mateo Magdaleno – Magdaleno Leadership Institute – Dallas, TX

Christian Staley – Jubilee Park & Community Center – Dallas, TX

Madison Narges – Small Places – Houston, TX

Elsa Gonzalez – Proyecto Vida Digna – San Benito, TX

Recipients of the 2024 ‘Fresh Food Access For All’ challenge will also be integrated into HHF’s award-winning LOFT (Leaders on The Fast Track) Program, where they will receive mentorship, training, and resources to accelerate their growth and impact.

About the Hispanic Heritage Foundation

The Hispanic Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing education, workforce development, societal impact, and leadership, with culture serving as the cornerstone of its mission. Visit www.HispanicHeritage.org. Follow HHF on Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.  Listen to the HHF podcast Fritanga on your favorite streaming service and HHF YouTube channel.

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