Courageous Corazon Foundation

12/14/2025

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarship Applications! Help spread the word!!

🎓 Reminder! Our Degree Scholarship Deadline Is Almost Here! 🎓
Our degree-seeking scholarship applications close on January 5th, and we don’t want you to miss it!

If you're a woman pursuing a formal academic degree in 2026, this is your moment to take that next step. Nevada Women’s Fund is here to help you move forward, level up, and own your future. 💪💜

✨ Our non-degree scholarships reopen January 1st, supporting trades, certifications, and professional training programs!

📲 Learn more and apply today:
www.nevadawomensfund.org/scholarships

10/23/2025

Dean's Future Scholars celebrates its 25th anniversary.

10/23/2025

Thank you Nevada Women’s Fund for another great event!

10/19/2025

What an incredible night celebrating 25 years of the Dean’s Future Scholars (DFS) program at the University of Nevada, Reno! 🎓✨

Programs like DFS embody the same mission that inspires our work—to uplift first-generation and underrepresented students as they pursue higher education and brighter futures.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Mariluz Garcia, DFS Executive Director, and Dr. Jafeth E. Sanchez, Latino Research Director, for finding a place for me at the last minute—it meant so much to be part of such a meaningful evening. And a special thank you to Broq Marques for graciously hosting me and my guest at your table.

Here’s to 25 years of transforming lives—and to continuing this legacy of courage, corazón, and community for generations to come. 💙

10/18/2025

10/13/2025

It was an honor to attend the TMCC Foundation Scholarship Dinner. I am thrilled and proud to announce that this year? The Courageous Corazon awarded 40 scholarships to TMCC students! We were excited to meet the recipients!

09/24/2025

During the Fiesta on Wells, Annamaria and Mario De La Rosa were recognized and commemorated for their incredible service. They are so deserving of this honor. 🌟

I am both humbled and honored that the Courageous Corazon Foundation received a Certificate of Commendation from United States Senator Catherine Cortez Masto and a Certificate of Congressional Recognition from U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada.

This moment is a true testament to the power of community, culture, and education working hand in hand. 💙✨

09/24/2025

✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the 10-Year Anniversary of Latino Arte and Culture’s Fiesta on Wells! 🎉

We are deeply grateful to Anamaria and Mario for their unwavering dedication to promoting Latin Art and Culture—keeping it alive and thriving through street festivals, Mariachi and Ballet Folklórico performances, theatre, and poetry readings. 🌟

It was an honor to collaborate and commemorate this milestone by awarding 11 scholarships to local UNR students. 🎓💙

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Jafeth Sanchez, Director of the Latino Research Center at UNR, for being instrumental in helping us connect with students and collect applications. 🙏

Here’s to the next decade of celebrating culture, community, and education! 💃🎶📚

09/20/2025

Please join us this Sunday, September 21, 2025, as we celebrate the 10-Year Anniversary of Fiesta on Wells, presented by Latino Arte and Culture! 🎉

This special community celebration will be filled with music, culture, and joy. During the event, we will also hold a special presentation honoring AnaMaria and Mario for their outstanding contributions and dedication.

To commemorate this milestone, the Courageous Corazon Foundation, together with Latino Arte, will be awarding scholarships to students at the University of Nevada, Reno. 🎓💙

We look forward to celebrating with you! 💃🎶🌟

09/19/2025

A Special Tribute to the Late Jesus “Chuy” Gutierrez and His Wife, Maria

Jesus “Chuy” Gutierrez was born in Michoacán, Mexico, and carried with him a lifelong vision of bringing the true essence of Mexico to Reno. They proudly introduced Mari Chuy’s Tequilería y Botanas—Reno’s first Tequilería.

Since 2001, Chuy and Maria worked side by side to create some of the top Mexican restaurants in the Reno/Sparks area. Their entrepreneurial spirit, tireless dedication, and genuine love for people built not only thriving establishments but also a strong sense of community.

For Chuy and Maria, it was never just about food—it was about sharing culture, creating connection, and serving with heart. They were especially passionate about honoring Mexico’s rich traditions and its revered spirit, Tequila. Thanks to their vision, this piece of Mexico now has a proud home in Northern Nevada.

The late Chuy and his wife, Maria, have always been guided by service. From supporting first responders and education to extending a helping hand to those in need, giving back has remained a constant priority. Through Mari Chuy’s, they have built not only a thriving culinary brand but also a legacy of care, compassion, and deep commitment to the community they proudly call home.

Chuy’s legacy continues through Maria, whose strength, warmth, and hospitality ensure that Mari Chuy’s remains a place where guests feel like family and the community feels embraced. His memory lives on in every dish, every smile, and every moment shared around the table.

09/16/2025

The unveiling of the Mural was a monumental occasion. We collectively felt the spirit of our heritage. I am honored to be a sponsor to bring this symbolic piece of art to UNR. We all found something we could identify with. Thank you Edwin for your creative work. Thank you to all the Sponsors 💜💜💜

09/15/2025

Kicking off Spanish Heritage Month by paying tribute to Chef Miguel Ribera. Far more than just a restaurateur, Miguel Ribera was a beloved community leader with a passion for helping local Latino youth. The generous Ribera family provided scholarships to many of their employees.
For his years of dedication to the community, the Miguel Ribera Family Resource Center at Pine Middle School and Miguel Ribera Park are both named in his honor.

Information cited at: Renohistorica.org