Brevard Hispanic Center

08/31/2026

From Brevard to Colombia: A community united to help 🇨🇴

These photos capture part of a humanitarian mission that brought Brevard County together to support families affected by the earthquake in Colombia.

The effort was led by Access One Insurance, the Brevard Hispanic Center and Thrifty Specialty Produce & Meats, with the support of local businesses, organizations, churches, schools, volunteers and residents.

Donations collected throughout Brevard County were sorted, packed and transported to Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) in Doral, where we had the opportunity to see firsthand how humanitarian supplies are received, inspected and prepared for disaster response.

Special thanks to Sandra Garcia and Access One Insurance; Thrifty Specialty Produce & Meats; María Paulina Adams and the Latin American Club of Titusville; Diana Chaves and Titusville High School; The Church at Viera; Arepa Con Qué; La Estancia de Luisa; and BCASCA for supporting this community effort.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to those who made financial contributions to help make the mission possible, including Blanca Rubio, Anna Albury, Maggie Stubbe, Eileen Bennett and Miranda Capparelli, BCASCA, Thrifty Specialty Produce and Meets as well as everyone who donated supplies, contributed financially, volunteered, packed boxes or helped spread the word.

At GEM, Santiago Neira and the team gave us a closer look at what happens after donations arrive and how the organization continues its humanitarian work in Colombia.

Thank you, Brevard County, for coming together for Colombia.

More details, interviews and the complete story of this humanitarian mission will be published in the September edition of AL DÍA TODAY.

08/21/2026

Launch Credit Union Community Giveback

Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is honored to be a recipient of the Launch Credit Union Community Giveback!

As a benefit of the merger between Launch Credit Union and Suncoast Credit Union, $5 million is being given back to communities in Launch Credit Union’s counties, including Brevard and Volusia, to support scholarships, food security and affordable housing initiatives.

Through the Go Beyond Foundation, powered by Launch Credit Union, these funds are being distributed to local nonprofits making a difference in the communities Launch serves.

We are incredibly grateful for this investment in the Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Thank you, Launch Credit Union, and the Go Beyond Foundation, for investing in our community! Thank you, Dr. Michael Cadore, for making this opportunity possible and for always supporting our community!

06/22/2026

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05/30/2026

05/30/2026

Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Hosts Successful Seniors and Veterans Luncheon in Palm Bay

PALM BAY, Fla. — May 29, 2026 — The Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted a successful Seniors and Veterans Luncheon on May 29 at Morel’s Bar and Grill in Palm Bay, bringing together veterans, seniors, business professionals, nonprofit organizations and community leaders for an afternoon celebrating service, culture, art, music and community connections.

The event featured networking opportunities and arts-and-crafts activities led by Liliana Chamorro of Lilipooh with the assistance of sculptor Rafael Picón. Attendees enjoyed a welcoming atmosphere while building relationships and learning about resources available to seniors and veterans throughout Brevard County.

Special appreciation was extended to Morel’s Bar and Grill owners Maria and Edward Morel and their entire team for hosting the event and providing outstanding hospitality. The luncheon was organized by the Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Dominican Association of East Central Florida, the Brevard Hispanic Center, Florida Arts & Culture and the Painting Smiles for Brevard program.

The chamber also expressed its gratitude to Palm Bay Mayor Rob Medina and Pastor Maximo Guzman for their participation and support of the event. Pastor Guzman and Mayor Medina offered prayers and words of encouragement, helping set a positive and uplifting tone for the gathering.

Special thanks were extended to Jackie Colon for her support and coordination efforts leading up to the event. The chamber also recognized volunteers Beverly Joyce Lee and Ingrid Murcillo for their assistance, as well as organizers Lisnay Hernandez and Franciele Ursulino for helping make the luncheon a success.

Additional recognition was given to Ligia Garcia of Senior Helpers and Amber of Comfort Keepers for their participation and support of the senior community. The chamber also expressed its appreciation to members of the Spanish American Veterans Association and the Dominican Association of East Central Florida for partnering in the event and helping honor local seniors and veterans.

The event concluded with networking, music, arts-and-crafts activities and community fellowship, reflecting the Brevard Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's and the Brevard Hispanic Center’s ongoing mission to serve as a bridge between the Hispanic community, businesses, government agencies and civic organizations throughout the Space Coast.

05/17/2026

Painting Smiles for Brevard was a great success on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brevard Hispanic Center, 4670 Babcock St. NE #5, Palm Bay, FL 32907. The event brought together children, families, artists and community leaders for a memorable clay sculpture class. A special thank you goes to sculpturist professor Rafael Picón, who guided the children in building an elephant figure in clay. Special thanks also to Judy Whitnable, former mayor of the City of Cocoa, for helping during the event.

The program was honored by the presence of Melbourne Mayor Paul Alfrey, and special thanks go to his wife, Adriana, who shared a wonderful time with the students while speaking in Portuguese. Recognition also goes to organizers Lisnay Hernandez and Franciele Ursulino for putting this great event together.

Thank you to the parents for supporting their children and trusting Painting Smiles for Brevard and the Brevard Hispanic Center. A heartfelt thank you also goes to McDonald’s at 132 Malabar Road SW, Palm Bay, FL 32907, especially store manager Andrew, for donating Happy Meals for the children who attended.

05/05/2026

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