Esperanza, Inc.

???#SoyEsperanza – Guided Success, Empowered Futures??? Join us in celebrating the incredible stories of hope, resilience, and success in our community. The 2024 Esperanza, Inc. Annual Fund Video highlights the transformative impact of your support on students, families, and the future of the Hispanic/Latinx community. Through Young Adult, Post-Secondary, Adult Programs, we empower our students to achieve their dreams and build brighter futures! ?? Featuring heartfelt testimonials from students, donors, and partners like City of Cleveland - City Hall, this video captures the spirit of "Soy Esperanza"—a shared commitment to education and empowerment. Together, we’re creating opportunities and inspiring hope. ?? ?? This Giving Tuesday, let’s come together to make an even greater impact! ?? ?? Donate, share, and be part of the #SoyEsperanza movement by sharing your stories of hope, using the hashtag! ??For more information and to support us directly, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g2hFaMys ?? #EsperanzaInc #SoyEsperanza #GivingTuesday #LatinxSuccess #GuidedSuccess #EducationForAll ??

??Gratitude to Mayor Bibb and the City of Cleveland??? Esperanza, Inc. extends our deepest gratitude to Mayor Justin M. Bibb and the City of Cleveland - City Hall for their continued support of our mission to uplift and empower the Latino community. Their leadership and dedication to education, equity, and opportunity help create meaningful change for the families we serve. Our President & CEO, Margaret D. Sanchez, recently met with Mayor Bibb to continue discussions on the needs of our community. We appreciate this ongoing collaboration and look forward to working together to foster greater opportunities for all. Thank you, Mayor Bibb, for your commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive Cleveland. ??? #EsperanzaInc #SoyEsperanza #Cleveland #CommunityImpact #ThisisCLE #MayorBibb

?? Esperanza, Inc. is proud to once again support PERUCAN-OH, Peruvian Cultural Association of Northeast Ohio’s annual gala as a corporate sponsor! ?? This year’s Traditions of Perú event will celebrate culture, community, and education. ??? #SoyEsperanza #TraditionsOfPeru #CommunitySupport #HispanicHeritage

?? Happy International Women’s Day! ?? Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women everywhere—especially the incredible mujeres in our community who lead, inspire, and uplift those around them. ?? At Esperanza, Inc., we are proud to support and empower Latina women as they pursue their dreams, break barriers, and create lasting change for future generations. From our students and scholars to our mentors, educators, and leaders—your courage and determination light the way for others to follow. ? To all the women shaping our world with passion and perseverance: We see you, we honor you, and we stand with you. ? #InternationalWomensDay #DíaInternacionaldelaMujer #MujeresFuertes #EsperanzaInc #SoyEsperanza

? A heartfelt thank you to Natalie Lonjak, Director of Corporate Communications at CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC, for visiting our Esperanza, Inc. Headquarters for a ???????? ???? ????????! We are inspired by CrossCountry Mortgage's commitment to accessibility, being one of the few companies to offer fully Spanish-language mortgage applications and related forms. This initiative reflects their dedication to empowering the Hispanic/Latino community. At Esperanza, Inc., we are excited about the opportunity to strengthen our partnership with CrossCountry Mortgage in the future! Together, we can continue making a meaningful impact in our community! ?? #EsperanzaInc #PartnershipForHope #FinancialLiteracy #SoyEsperanza #HispanicEmpowerment #ToursOfHope

We were so excited to see Margaret D. Sanchez, President & CEO of Esperanza, Inc., as one of the panelists at today’s ???????????????? ???????????? ?????????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????????? event! ?? We are grateful for the insightful contributions of her fellow panelists Tanisha Velez, Daniela Goncalves, M.A., MBA, and Beatriz Dunai, and for the expert moderation by Jenice Contreras, MBA. ?? A special thank you to Global Cleveland for hosting this important event, and to the generous sponsors, David B. Chilcote and Yellowcake Shop, as well as partners Cleveland Public Library, and the The Young Latino Network for making it possible. ?? What a privilege to come together and honor the remarkable achievements of Latina leaders in Northeast Ohio and engage in meaningful conversations about building a more inclusive and thriving community. ?? Let’s keep pushing forward by uplifting and empowering the voices of Latina women, strengthening our region, and inspiring future generations! ?????? #EsperanzaInc #LatinaLeaders #Cleveland #SoyEsperanza #GlobalCleveland

?? Looking to improve your digital skills? Join?Esperanza, Inc.'s FREE 6-week Digital Literacy Classes and gain essential computer know-how! ??? At our?Tri-C (Cuyahoga Community College)?Access Center, you can also: ? Get help with college & FAFSA (Federal Student Aid an Office of the U.S. Department of Education) applications ? Access computers & the internet ? Use resume building & career development tools ?? Class Schedule: ?? Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM & 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM ?? Tri-C Access Center Hours: Monday - Thursday | 9 AM - 5 PM ?? For more info or to sign up, contact [email protected] or call ?? 216-586-6996. These classes are made possible with the support of our partners,?OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) from?AARP?and?AT&T?Connected Learning Centers. Let’s bridge the digital divide together! #EsperanzaInc?#SoyEsperanza?#DigitalLiteracy?#DigitalInclusion?#LifelongLearning?#TechForAll?#AARP?#ATT?#CommunityImpact?#LatinoEducation

Meet Panelist Margaret D. Sanchez, President and CEO of Esperanza, Inc.! ?? A dedicated philanthropist and advocate, Margaret has spent 25+ years empowering marginalized communities. Born in El Salvador, she’s been recognized as one of Cleveland’s Top 50 Women in Nonprofit and one of the 100 Latinos to Know. She serves on the Board of Trustees for the Hispanic Business Center and the City of Cleveland Hispanic Advisory Board. Learn more about Margaret at our panel next week! Register here: https://bit.ly/iwm25 Thank you to our sponsors: Yellowcake Shop Clothing & David Chilcote! Thank you to our partners: Cleveland Public Library & Young Latino Network!

??? This week, Esperanza, Inc. President & CEO, Margaret D. Sanchez, attended the 2025 UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) Capital Awards in Washington, D.C., standing alongside national leaders and advocates for the Hispanic/Latino community. Margaret joined UnidosUS President & CEO Janet Murguía, Board Chair Dr. Maria Harper-Marinick, Board Member Edward C. Garza, and fellow attendees in championing policies that uplift our community and ensure equitable opportunities for all. We also extend our congratulations to this year’s Capital Awards honorees for their dedication to advancing progress: ? Rep. Veronica Escobar (D-TX 16th District) ? Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL 27th District) ? National Skills Coalition – Honoree Representative: Robert Espinoza (Capital Award for Public Service) Together, we continue to advocate, empower, and build a brighter future! ?? #EsperanzaInc #UnidosUS #CapitalAwards2025 #SoyEsperanza #HispanicLeadership #LatinoAdvocacy #EquityInAction #PolicyMatters #CommunityEmpowerment #HispanicExcellence #LatinoVoices #StrengthInUnity

?? We're Hiring! ?? Esperanza, Inc. is looking for a passionate and dedicated Director of Development to join our team! ??? Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the community and help us expand opportunities for Latino students and families? Apply today! ?? Position: Director of Development ?? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gGkuDnRT ?? Or scan the QR code in the image! Join us in shaping the future. #EsperanzaInc #NowHiring #NonprofitJobs #DevelopmentDirector #SoyEsperanza #CLEJobs #ClevelandJobs #NowHiringCLE #ThisIsCLE