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Cuidando con Respeto

A FREE two-day course taught in Spanish for Latino family caregivers of older loved ones with memory loss


HFSV Endorses Notre Dame de Namur University’s $1 Million Scholarship Challenge Grant Opportunity


The Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley has endorsed Notre Dame de Namur University’s (NDNU) efforts to raise $1,000,000 in matching funds over five years for endowment gifts restricted for scholarships for Hispanic and low-income students. The endowment matching funds opportunity is a key feature of two U.S. Department of Education Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) grants totaling $6.1 million awarded to the University in September, 2011.

 

Announcing the 2012 Latino Board Leadership Academy

Have you ever considered serving on the Board of Directors for a nonprofit organization?  If yes, you need to apply for the Latino Board Leadership Academy (LBLA).


San Jose Cal-SOAP 2012 Cash for College Campaign

San Jose Cal-SOAP and its consortium partners are now recruiting volunteers for the 2012 Cash for College Campaign. Volunteers are needed to provide multilingual one-on-one assistance, for high school seniors and their families, to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  Bilingual speakers are highly desired. Cash for College workshops will be offered from January 1st – March 2nd, with workshops offered at various locations throughout San Jose/Silicon Valley.


2012 Buick Achievers Scholarship Program


Buick and the GM Foundation announced the launch of the 2012 Buick Achievers Scholarship Program for the 2012-13 school year. Among the largest scholarships awarded over multiple years, they expanded the program even further this year to include current undergraduate students, as well as high school seniors and graduates.

 

The Hispanic College Fund Announces 2012-2013 HACEMOS Scholarship Program


The Hispanic College Fund (HCF) is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 HACEMOS scholarship program until March 1, 2012 at www.hispanicfund.org/CCI. Scholarships will be based on both need and merit, and awards will range from $500 - $2,000. In addition, scholars will be enrolled into HCF’s College and Career Institute where they will receive financial, social and career support.

Literacy Mentoring - Make a Difference in a young person’s life in as little as 1 hour a week - United Way Silicon Valley


Have fun with a young person in your community by becoming a tutor or mentor. Meet your mentee once a week, share experiences and build long lasting relationships. Your enthusiasm and time can make a positive impact in a young person’s life by helping them be more successful academically and in life!


Zoomz - A Community for 1st Generation College Students to relate, interact, and learn


What is Zoomz?
Zoomz.net is a social network for high school and college students who are the first in their families to go to college. Zoomz helps students get the information, insight, and encouragement they need to reach and succeed in college.


The Alzheimer’s Association is Presenting a New Program to Our Community: Family Support Program


It is a free and confidential service through consultations/family meetings to help caregivers care for their spouse or partner at home for as long as possible. The intervention focuses on enhancing the social support system of the caregiver to better withstand the demands of providing care.


NASA Helps Create a Brighter Future for Students in Silicon Valley


In an effort to keep that flame of curiosity burning brightly, NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, Calif., is teaming up with the Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) and the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley (HFSV). This collaboration targets students in underprivileged areas throughout the Bay Area to increase their interest and capabilities in science and math by using the NASA curriculum, “Smart Skies.”