Latina Moms Connect, Inc.

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Latina Moms Connect, Inc.

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The need to connect mothers, families, and children to culture was evident and inspired through these conversations. To expand its reach, Latina Moms of L.I.

A not-for-profit organization whose mission is to build community connections that support Latino/Latinx cultural preservation, nurture cultural identity, and give voice to issues that impact the Latino/Latinx community. LMC's vision is that every Latino/x family and child has a strong sense of pride in their cultural identity and promotes the traditions that shape and advance our diverse Latino/x community. Our mission is to build community connections that support Latinx/a cultural preservation, nurture cultural identity and give voice to issues that impact the Latino/x community

Latina Moms of Long Island was created in February 2014, after several conversations with moms at local schools, the bus stop and at local play dates. became Latina Moms Connect, Inc. 2020

After years of successfully working to fulfill its purpose, Latina Moms Connect, Inc. was recognized as a 501c3 Non-Profit organization in December of 2021

Action and Approach:
Our Latina Moms Connect (LMC) Team of Comadres & Compadres Co-leaders work together towards the following:

• Engage families raising bi-bicultural children via social networks such as Facebook.

• Hold live events and facilitated discussions with group members

• Engage in event and activities

10/21/2026

Plenty of crafts to keep the kids busy while they learn more about Dia de Los Mu***os and the importance of remembering past generations.

This free family event at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington will be a vibrant mix of tradition, culture, and art like the beautiful flower crown made by artist Sueey Gutierrez.

We’ll also be sharing pastries like churros and pan de mu**to. Make sure to try it with the hot chocolate.

Join us and meet Long Island moms passionate about celebrating their heritage.

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10/20/2026

Your support trains community facilitators, expands cultural learning, and sustains programs for Latino families across Long Island.

And of course, we take notice of the businesses that show up for our comunidad. If you're looking to expand your visibility with Latine families, here’s your chance.

Contact [email protected] for a sponsorship.

Don't miss out!! Sponsors are committing...and some are limited. Contact latinamomsconnect@gmail.com with your interest ...

10/20/2026

Don't miss out!! Sponsors are committing...and some are limited. Contact [email protected] with your interest in collaborating through sponsorship.

10/18/2026

Behind the scenes of gala planning. Sponsorship package drops soon.

10/18/2026

It's getting chilly.... warm up in our LMC hoodie or sweatshirt this season! Easy as 1, 2, 3...click HERE:

This unisex hoodie celebrates Latin community and solidarity with understated style. Built from quality fabric engineered for warmth and durability, it's ideal for layering through transitional seasons or standing alone on cooler days. The Latin Moms Connect design promotes visibility and pride with...

10/18/2026

10/17/2026

A day in the life of LMC: grabbing everything from storage for our amazing volunteer Sandra, who's tabling at Amityville Homecoming! Gracias, Sandra, for showing up for our community.
If you're there, stop by and say hola.

10/16/2026

LOOK WHO'S BRINGING THE BEATS TO RECUERDOS!

We're excited to welcome DJ JUMPIN JAY of 96.3 FM to the RECUERDOS Gala!

Get ready for the throwbacks, the classics, and those songs that bring back ALL the memories!

February 4, 2027
Swan Club on the Harbor | Roslyn, NY

Gather your crew, grab a table, and let's make some new recuerdos while supporting Latina Moms Connect!

Early Bird tickets available through November 15.

What's ONE song guaranteed to get you on the dance floor? Drop it in the comments!

10/15/2026

🌼💀 Día de los Mu***os: Celebrating Life, Love & Remembrance!

Join Latina Moms Connect, in collaboration with The Heckscher Museum of Art, on Sunday, November 1, from 12–5 PM for a beautiful celebration of culture, family, art, and remembrance! ❤️

Día de los Mu***os is such a meaningful tradition, bringing generations together to honor our loved ones, share stories, and keep their memories alive.

We're excited to have artist Filiberto Perez-Mendoza creating this year's ofrenda, along with artists Sueey Gutierrez and Manuel Alejandro Macarrulla, who will share their creativity throughout the day!

🌼 Bring a photo or small personal item to add to the ofrenda in honor of someone special.

🎨 Enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family, including calaveras, maraca decorating, printmaking, face painting, flower crowns, and more!

🎶 Live mariachi music by Alejandro Gonzalez and friends, plus complimentary churros, pan de mu**to, hot chocolate, and coffee!

A special thank you to Oaxaca Restaurant, Mac Bounce Party Rentals, the Town of Huntington Institute of Human Services, and Bond St. Coffee & Goods for their generous contributions.

We're grateful to bring this celebration to our community alongside The Heckscher Museum of Art, Town of Huntington Hispanic Advisory Task Force, Oaxaca Restaurant, Mac Bounce Party Rentals, and The Huntington Human Services Institute, Inc.

❤️ Come with your family, bring your memories, and celebrate the traditions that connect us to our roots and to one another.

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10/15/2026

Celebrating Life, Love, and Remembrance in community

Dia de Los Mu***os is coming to the The Heckscher Museum of Art on November 1 so we can celebrate as a family.

Bring a photo or small personal item from your departed loved one to add to our ofrenda table.

Sueey Gutierrez , Filiberto Perez-Mendoza, and Manuel Alejandro Macarrulla will share their creativity on this special day.

The kids will love making calaveras, decorating maracas, face painting, and making flower crowns.

Join us 12-5 PM. Free admission.

Address

East Rockaway, NY

Website

https://www.latinamomsconnect.org/

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