Latino Community Foundation

08/26/2026

$4.4 trillion. That’s the power of the U.S. Latino economy. 💪🏽

Our community partners at the Latino Donor Collaborative just released a report, highlighting the incredible strength and momentum of the Latino community.

Latinos aren't just participating in the economy, we’re driving it.

Read the full report to see how Latinos are shaping the future of America’s economy:

U.S. Latinos are already one of the biggest forces shaping the future of the American economy. The 2026 LDC U.S. Latino Economic Impact Report: Part One, produced with research partner the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and grounded in data from the U.S. Department of Com...

08/26/2026

Yesterday, the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to move forward with its executive order on mail-in voting. But one thing remains clear: you will still be able to vote by mail this November.

Latinos are the second largest voting bloc in the country. Let's use our power and make our voices heard this election season. Register to vote or check your voter registration status at vote.gov.

08/25/2026

What will it take to build a more inclusive and flourishing future?

Our CEO, Julián Castro, will join Asset Funders Network's 2026 National Grantmaker Conference in Philadelphia this October to help lead that conversation.

In his session, “Igniting Change Requires Naming Truths,” Julián will explore how the policies, systems, and narratives that shape economic opportunity have determined who gets to build wealth in this country, and why philanthropy must confront those truths to drive meaningful change.

Be part of the conversation and register here: https://assetfunders.org/afn-national-grantmaker-conference/

08/20/2026

"Coming into the Latino Giving Circle Network is like coming home."

Our LGCN Grants Nights season is happening now! These gatherings bring together community members, local leaders, and partners to showcase the power of Latino-led philanthropy and to give back to organizations in our communities.

Find a Grants Night location near you: https://latinocf.org/events/

08/19/2026

We know that Latino-owned businesses are the engines of our economy. That's why as part of our expansion in the Southwest, we’re proud to join Growth Partners Arizona and ensure the state's entrepreneurs can grow their businesses and build a stronger economy for all.

Building stronger businesses and a flourishing Latino future are at the heart of this work.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 17, 2026 PHOENIX, AZ. — Growth Partners Arizona (GPAZ), a statewide Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), today announced a strategic partnership with the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) through the Latino Economic Opportunity Fund to expand financial e...

08/18/2026

When Latinos can fully participate in democracy, the outcome is a stronger future for everyone. That's why the Latino Community Foundation is proud to partner with the Cielo Fund at ICEF to deepen our investment in the Inland Empire's next generation of leaders, organizers, and change makers. Read about the partnership here:

The Latino Community Foundation is awarding $20,000 to the Inland Empire Community Foundation's CIELO Fund to support civic engagement across Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

08/17/2026

Immigrant communities in Texas and across the country face escalating attacks. Our CEO Julián Castro sat down with Texas Public Radio to discuss how our Community Protection Fund is helping families fight back.

LCF’s Community Protection Fund supports legal observers, rapid response networks, and advocacy organizations working on the ground to expose unlawful enforcement and defend our communities.

When our communities are under attack, we will always have their backs. Read and listen to the full interview:

The California-based organization has granted $350,000 to ten organizations in the Southwest to support them with legal defense, community protection, and rapid response.

08/13/2026

"Democracy is strongest when elections are both accessible and secure."

We're proud to see Marisol Ramirez, a member of LCF’s Inland Empire Latino Giving Circle, share her perspective in CalMatters.org on why civic participation matters and how Prop. 39 can make it more difficult for eligible voters to vote this election.

For nearly two decades, Marisol has worked to strengthen civic engagement and expand opportunities for communities to make their voices heard. Her op-ed reflects the importance of protecting every eligible Californian's ability to participate in our democracy.

Read Marisol's full op-ed, make sure you're registered to vote, and help ensure your voice is heard this November:

Proposition 39 is a redundant proposal that will only make it harder for all voters to participate in future elections.

08/11/2026

Latina entrepreneurs are driving economic growth across the country, but too many Latinas continue to face barriers to the capital they need to grow their businesses.

We're proud to see our Vice President of Economic Justice & Opportunity, Veronica Vences, featured in this story, highlighting both the challenges and the opportunities facing Latina entrepreneurs today.

LCF knows Latino entrepreneurs are essential to building a flourishing economy. That's why we invest in helping Latino-owned businesses start, grow, and succeed through our Latino Economic Opportunity Fund— expanding access to capital, strengthening business ecosystems, and creating pathways to lasting economic mobility.

Help us build an economy where Latino entrepreneurs can thrive and donate to support the Latino Economic Opportunity Fund: https://latinocf.org/invest-in-us/latino-economic-opportunity-fund/

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/07/31/north-bay-trailblazers-celebrate-rise-of-latina-business-leaders-push-for-equal-access-to-capital/

Latina-owned businesses show economic growth in California and the U.S., but persistent capital disparities are the main cause of their stagnation.

08/11/2026

$3.16 million in two weeks. That's how much revenue was lost for small businesses in LA because of ICE raids.

LCF funded research by UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute (LPPI) and Inclusive Action for the City because data is a powerful tool for accountability. By documenting the economic and human impact of immigration enforcement, this report helps ensure policymakers and advocates understand what's at stake for Latino entrepreneurs and the communities they sustain.

Latino-owned small businesses help our communities flourish. When they are harmed, entire communities feel the impact.

Read and learn more about how immigration enforcement is hurting local economies. Then help amplify these findings by sharing this story: