DESPERTAR LATINO
EIN 93-3767931 · Cultural & Ethnic Awareness (A23)
What they do
Despertar Latinos Primary Exempt Purpose is to Empower and Uplift The Latino Community Through Programs That Promote Holistic Health Cultural Identity and Labor Rights Advocacy. Since Opening Its Doors In October 2023 The Organization Has Provided Hundreds of Workshops and Community Events Designed to Improve The Physical Emotional and Mental Well-being of Participants While Fostering Education Inclusion and Social Equity. Through Initiatives Such As Wellness Workshops Art and Cultural Programs and Training On Labor Laws and Occupational Safety Despertar Latino Equips Individuals and Families With The Tools to Thrive Defend Their Rights and Strengthen Their Cultural Roots. The Organization Actively Collaborates With Schools Health Providers Faith-based Institutions and Civic Leaders to Expand Access to Resources Elevate Latino Voices and Create Spaces of Belonging. Despite Operating With Limited Financial Resources Despertar Latino Has Directly Benefited Thousands
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RAFAEL VIEYRAEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
REYNALDO CARREOADMIN DIRECTOR
SUGEIRA TELLEZEXECUTIVE VP
DOLORES HERNANDEZCOORDINATOR WORKER CENTER & VOLUNTE
ANA NAVAARTIST CULTURARTE
JULIETA ALCANTARWORKSHOP COORDINATOR
AMELIA ZAMORAPROGRAM SUPPORT
THERESA DUPHARETHERAPIST WELLNESS
OMAR MORALESCOORDINATOR WELLNESS & PROJECTS
About this charity
- Recognized since
- January 2024
- Location
- 401 E NORTH AVE STE 11, VILLA PARK, IL 60181-1218
- County
- DuPage
- In care of
- % DESPERTAR LATINO VILLA PARK
- Primary officer
- Rafael Vieyra, Executive Director
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Filing and classification
- Latest tax year
- 2024
- Tax period began
- August 1, 2024
- Return type
- 990EZ
- NTEE classification
- Cultural & Ethnic Awareness (A23)
- IRS tax category
- Cultural & Ethnic Awareness