Latinas First Foundation

10/11/2026

15 year anniversary Latinas First Foundation 💐

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

09/09/2026

We are so excited for our Annual Luncheon on Friday October 2nd, tickets are still available. We are honored to be featured on Denver Channel 7.

The Latinas First Foundation will mark its 15th year during its ann...

07/22/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Dolores Huerta will join Latinas First Foundation as our Special Guest at the Annual Luncheon on October 2, 2026. She will be honored with the Inaugural Matriarca de Justicia Award — a tribute to her extraordinary leadership and unwavering dedication to justice. A true icon inspiring generations.

Reserve your spot today and learn more about our special Quinceañera Sponsorship: https://cvent.me/AaK04L

06/05/2026

✨ Honoring the 2026 Latinas First Foundation Trailblazers & Unsung Heroines✨

The Latinas First Foundation is proud to recognize and celebrate the exceptional women whose leadership, service, and vision continue to elevate our community. Each year, we honor individuals whose contributions reflect the values at the heart of our mission: empowerment and advancing Latinas across Colorado and beyond. This year’s honorees embody these ideals with distinction.

🌟2026 Trailblazer Award Recipients
• Andrea Albo
• Gloria Rubio Cortes
• Renee Ferrufino
• Lynne Valencia
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our 2026 Trailblazer Award recipients. This distinguished honor recognizes their unwavering commitment to leadership, innovation, advocacy, and meaningful impact within our communities.

Their dedication to empowering others and creating pathways for growth and inclusion serves as a powerful inspiration. Through their work, they elevate the voices and visibility of those too often underserved, while paving the way for future generations of Latina leaders.

Their accomplishments reflect the very essence of what it means to be a Trailblazer, and we are honored to celebrate this welldeserved recognition.

💛2026 Unsung Heroine Award Recipients
• Jackie Bouvier
• Gracie Gallego
• Diane Garcia
• Maria Gonzalez

We proudly congratulate our 2026 Unsung Heroine Award recipients. This recognition honors their steadfast commitment to quiet strength, compassionate leadership, and meaningful contributions that uplift our community in profound and lasting ways.

Their service—often carried out without expectation of recognition—exemplifies resilience, integrity, and a deep commitment to others. Through their efforts, they continue to open doors, strengthen community bonds, and amplify the voices of those who are too often overlooked.

They embody the true spirit of an Unsung Heroine, and we are privileged to honor their extraordinary impact.

Our Commitment
As an organization dedicated to uplifting and supporting Latinas, we deeply value the courage, service, and transformative vision demonstrated by each of our honorees. Their leadership strengthens our mission and inspires the next generation of Latina excellence.

We celebrate them. We honor them. And we thank them for the legacy they continue to build.

Come help us honor and celebrate these amazing women at our annual luncheon on October 2, 2026: https://cvent.me/z42Nq7

05/28/2026

🌟 Latinas First Foundation Welcomes Our New Board Members 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome five incredible leaders to the Latinas First Foundation Board of Directors:

• Yatzi Garcia is a first generation college graduate and AmeriCorps alumna whose career spans nonprofit, public service, higher education, and financial sectors, all centered on community impact. She leads statewide community engagement for Meritrust Credit Union, advances DEI initiatives, and is an active Latinas First Foundation member who co leads the Colfax Marathon effort.
• Amber Gonzales is a Denver-based litigator at Crowell & Moring with a strong record in commercial litigation and regulatory matters, representing clients from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. She also serves as President of the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association, leads mentoring programs, and has been widely recognized for her leadership and community impact.
• Dalila Martinez is the Vice President of Fraud and AML Compliance at CoBank, bringing more than 20 years of expertise in financial crimes, sanctions, and regulatory governance. A CAMS and CFCS credentialed leader, she serves on the boards of CAMS Colorado and deeply grounded in family and community.
• Neva Martinez leads federal financial management efforts for the U.S. Department of Energy, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and fraud risk management for programs exceeding $2 billion annually. They also strengthen financial systems and policy implementation and contribute community leadership through the Adams 12 Finance and Audit Committee.
• Christina Trujillo is a seasoned audit, compliance, and privacy leader with more than 16 years in financial services and nearly two decades at Sony Electronics, where she earned the prestigious Samurai Society honor. She pairs deep risk management expertise with a long history of volunteerism supporting youth, underserved communities, and individuals with disabilities.

Each of these women brings a powerful commitment to community, a passion for elevating Latinas across Colorado, and depth of expertise that will strengthen our mission and impact.

Please join us in celebrating and welcoming them to the LFF family as we continue uplift, honor, and invest in the next generation of Latina leaders. https://latinasfirst.org/pages/about-us