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Chicas Latinas is 10 Years Old: Join our 2019 Giving Celebrations!

23 Saturday Mar 2019

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In April 2009 Chicas Latinas was founded in an effort to increase Latina volunteerism and philanthropy in the Sacramento community. Our founder believed that in order to truly reach and serve our Hispanic and Latino brothers and sisters… those serving needed to understand our culture, traditions, and barriers. We needed to step-up, serve our community members, and do our part in lifting up and helping our people.

In 2012, in the kitchen of a studio apartment and with the backing of a 20-something-year-old’s modest bank account, Chicas Latinas de Sacramento became a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Our nonprofit organization now has a volunteer roster of over 300 local Latinas, a board of directors, multiple committees, and annual programming… which continues to grow every year.

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Our 10 Year Anniversary Celebration began with a call for leadership volunteers!

Our members get so busy planning, implementing, and making magic happen in Sacramento… that sometimes we forgot to share the love. This year we’re making it a point to share the Chicas Latinas leadership love and extend invites to our community members, of all ages and background, to join our committees (Programming, Marketing, Scholarship, etc.). Our 2019 call for committee volunteers has already proven successful and we’re excited about the new faces, ideas, and energy that has came into our organization!

Thank you to our newcomers ~ and our future newcomers.

Join Chicas Latinas April Programs & Events Committee Meeting on April 8 at 6pm. Email for info: Committees@ChicasLatinasdeSacramento.org 

Chicas Latinas April 2019 Announcements and Events:

April 3rd — #TeamChicas returns!

Join #TeamChicas’ every Wednesday at 6:30pm for a group run and/or walk ~ at your own pace.

During the month of April, bring a NEW pair of closed-toed shoes for our “Starting Off on the Right Foot” shoe drive ~ and be entered to win a prize ~ EVERY WEEK!

Look forward to: Joining #TeamChicas NAMIWalks on May 4th (registration is free, walkers and runners welcomed, multiple distances available).

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Chicas Latinas Annual Scholarship Award: Application is Open!

  • Application Open: March 15, 2019
  • Application Deadline: May 1, 2019
  • 2019-2020 Award = $1500

High school & College Students, Apply Here!

Join Chicas Latinas Volunteer Team on April 27 for Rebuilding Together Sacramento

Chicas Latinas is excited to have a volunteer team at Rebuilding Together Sacramento spring Rebuild Day on April 27th, to help rebuild homes for families in need in our community. Morning, afternoon, and all-day shifts are available. No experience required. Shirt and food/refreshments will be provided. Men and women are welcomed to register for our team ~ invite your friends and family members!

Deadline to Register is April 12: Chicas Latinas Rebuild Day

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Register online with Chicas Latinas’ team to join our house! Deadline is 4/12

Join Chicas Latinas’ Rebuild Team ~ Share / Invite on Facebook

Chicas Latinas Paint Night, benefiting “Starting Off on the Right Foot”

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You’re invited to Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s Paint Night Fundraiser benefiting our 2019 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive, led by local Latina artist Yoli Manzo!

Space is limited, deadline to register is April 15 ~ funds raised will go toward the purchase of NEW shoes for the students at our 2019 sponsored elementary school!

 

Tickets are going fast. ¿Entiendes?

Chicas Latinas’ Paint Night ~ Share / Invite on Facebook

 

*Stayed tuned for May events ~ and the announcement of our 2019 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive beneficiary! 

Interested in joining, helping, sponsoring… learning more? Shoot us an email: info@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

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Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Junio/Star of the Month: June

20 Wednesday Jun 2018

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento has existed in the Sacramento community for nine years, thanks to the hard work and dedication of many amazing individuals. To celebrate Sacramento’s leaders, and our behind-the-scenes (s)heroes, we’re thrilled to highlight and introduce to the community our shining star for the month of Junio/June!

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Junio/Star of the Month: June

Sophia Agafonow

Sophia Agafonow – Former Board of Directors, treasurer 

How long have you been a part of Chicas? 

I was the treasurer for about three years and a founding board member, too.

Happy to announce that we’re going into 2014 with our 501(c)3 status.

What’s your favorite aspect of being a Chicas member?

I have been involved in service clubs for many years because it is extremely fulfilling, and I am happy to have the opportunity to encourage others to do the same and experience the feeling of being of service to other people in need.

What do you love about Sacramento?

It is a great community to live in and raise healthy families; it isn’t too small, or too big, which allows people to feel a sense of belonging.

What is one of your most fun, or memorable experiences volunteering with Chicas?

Introducing my good friend Susana Becerra to the group and finding out that it was a match made in heaven.

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Why did you join Chicas?

I understood the need to get more Latinas in our communities to think of ways of giving back. Our communities usually benefit often from the goodwill of others when going through rough patches [in life], so it is only fair for us to repay the generosity.

What has been your biggest challenge in life?

Leaving my beautiful country, Venezuela, and starting my life all over at the age of 25 in a different country, with different cultures and values. Fortunately, I met amazing people who welcomed me and made me feel at home.

If you could have one superpower, what would it be and how would you use it?

Living always in the present! Only God knows how much time I spend worrying about the future.

What is your favorite quote and why?

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give,” Winston Churchill. We need more people to give more love, time, money, energy, etc., without thinking about what’s in it for them.

Where is the best place you’ve traveled and why?

London!! There is so much history and absolute respect for their culture, whether it makes sense, or not, like its monarchy, which is pure lovely madness.

What is your most favorite family tradition?

Celebrating Russian Orthodox Easter is my absolute favorite. My grandma cooked the traditional Easter cake, and colored and hand-painted hardboiled eggs that were later blessed by the Priest during service, which is longer than usual and no one is allowed to sit, followed by an unforgettable feast at home with friends and family.

Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s June Schedule of Events

01 Friday Jun 2018

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Walking into June feeling proud of ALL Los Hombres de Las Chicas who walked in HIGH HEELS to raise awareness and much-needed funds for WEAVE, Inc.  We extend many, many thanks to YOU, especially to Noah Lennon and his Sacramento Republic FC crew for participation in the high-heeled hilarity of Walk a Mile in Her Shoes! We look forward to seeing you ALL next year, along with some new man friends.

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Chicas Latinas celebrated its 9-year Anniversary during the happiest hour (happy hour)! We enjoyed sharing sparkling champagne with many wonderful chicas y chicos!  Thank you for your company, laughter, and memories! And, we are excited to start planning next year’s celebration for our 10-year Anniversary, which should be even bigger and better!

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We have some great fundraiser and donation drive events coming together this summer, such as the annual Sac Republic FC soccer event on Saturday, Aug. 4! The price is $20 per ticket and is sure to sell out FAST! So grab yours while you can!

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Chicas Latinas has obtained some NEW sponsors, Northwestern Mutual, River City Phoenix, and Hugs Alternative Care, for our 2018 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” shoe drive, benefiting D.W. Babcock Elementary School! We would also like to extend this rewarding and exciting opportunity to other local businesses. Please Contact us for more information! Or Learn more: How to Sponsor Our 2018 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive

Help Wanted!

Do you love our Sacramento Crisis Nursery volunteer events as much as we do? Consider hosting one! We host nursery visits every other month, on Saturdays, and are looking for a few chicas to lead one (or two) volunteer projects in 2018! Our next event will be in June. And, we are currently looking for a volunteer to host for the month of August. Please email us to learn more: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

June Dates, Sacramento:

  • June 4: Marketing & Community Outreach Committee Mtg
  • June 6: #TeamChicas Running Group
  • June 11: Programs & Events Committee Mtg.
  • June 16: Sac Crisis Nursery, Theme: “Under the Sea”
  • June 20:#TeamChicas Running Group

Every other Sunday at 8 a.m., volunteer to Help Feed the Homeless with CAFFE at Cesar Chavez Plaza!

#TeamChicas meets every other Wednesday evening for run/walks.  Follow us on Facebook for timely updates.

TBD Scholarship Committee Mtg. (contact for meeting times)

TBD Chicas Latinas Board Mtg. (contact for meeting times)

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Give, while you shop:

Chicas Latinas is linked to #amazonsmile! Shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Chicas Latinas De Sacramento!

 

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Abril/Star of the Month: April

04 Wednesday Apr 2018

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento has existed in the Sacramento community for nine years, thanks to the hard work and dedication of many amazing individuals. To celebrate Sacramento’s leaders, and our behind-the-scenes (s)heroes, we’re thrilled to highlight and introduce to the community our shining star for the month of Abril/April!

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Abril/Star of the Month: April

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s #Network4Cause 2014

Terry J. Ward, Board Co-Chair & Scholarship Committee Member 

Assistant Vice President/Senior Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch.

How long have you been a part of Chicas Latinas de Sacramento?

I’ve been an active member for about four years now.

What’s your favorite aspect of being a Chicas member?

Opportunities for tackling regional community challenges with a team effort.

#SupportTheGirls Anniversary Brunch 2015

What do you love about Sacramento?

I love the size and the diversity. The area is not too big, so as an organization we can have a large impact on local projects, yet there’s so much diversity in skill and thought here, that we can take advantage to build leadership and community.

What is one of your most fun or memorable experiences volunteering with Chicas?

I’ve had a lot of fun and memorable experiences while working with Chicas, but recently we went to Bishop Gallego Maternity Home. The program is sponsored by the church and it’s for moms with new babies. I love discovering new programs that I didn’t know existed as was the case with this program. We all met there, but I arrived straight from work with my nice suit still on. The other Chicas asked if I wanted to hold a baby and I jumped at the chance; of course, the little guy promptly threw up dinner leftovers all over my nice suit. I wiped it off and soldiered on. The Chicas handed out gift baskets to new moms that evening; we gave the moms a break for a bit and a good demonstration of unconditional love, which is sometimes hard to come by these days. This kind of grass roots activity can have a positive ripple effect in our community and I believe we all went to sleep that night better off for it (the moms, the babies, the Chicas group, the Church, and the community as well).

Bishop Gallego Maternity Home Stocking Drive 2016

Why did you join Chicas?

It seemed like a strong group of emerging community leaders worthy of support. So far, the Chicas have lived up to their potential and continue to amaze me with their leadership, efforts, and community enthusiasm.

What has been your biggest challenge in life?

So far, it was to complete my education. I had to fund and complete my college education on my own with little guidance.

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Chicas Latinas’ Scholarship Recipient Luncheon 2017

What are your interests and hobbies?

Running, traveling, and reading.

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Name one fun fact about yourself:

I once won some ribbons/awards at the California State Fair for my hand made jewelry exhibit.

What favorite quote do you live by?

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Gandhi

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“Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive 2016

Where is the best place you’ve traveled and why?

Morocco because it has a lot of ancient history; it was occupied by Romans, Moors, Carthaginians, and now Islamic culture, so there’s an incredible amount of different architecture, etc. And, people were so welcoming, interesting, and passionate.

 

Chicas Running Group Spring Marathons for 2015!

24 Saturday Jan 2015

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Don’t wait to join the Chicas Running Group! As we prepare for the two marathons this spring (info below) we will be giving opportunity for runners to earn either free admission or fun-run worthy prizes. Your chance to earn begins the first run on Sunday, February the 1st through the end of the month!

Saturday March 7, 2015

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More specific information is TBD. However, this is a 5k race benefiting Camp Kesem, a college student run organization whose mission is to help children through their parent’s cancer. Registration cost details coming soon. The first 10 runners that come to at least four Chicas running group workouts,* we’ll cover your entry fee.

Sunday March 15, 2015

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Blue Diamond Shamrock’n Half-Marathon in Sacramento. We won’t be offering free entry for this race, but we’ll be raffling off a few amazing prizes. You must attend at least four group workouts* to be enter into the raffle.

*You are not required to attend four consecutive runs, only four total. So let’s get going runners! #TeamChicas

Community Running Group Form: http://bit.ly/ChicasRunningGroup

Exhibition Live! Our America

30 Thursday Oct 2014

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Today at the Crocker Art Museum, Our America: The Latino Presence in American Art will perform a LIVE performance by dynamic California-based Mexican folk and contemporary dance company, Calidanza.

Crocker LIVE event

This dynamic program series brings exhibitions to life through wide-ranging performances and interactive opportunities in the galleries. Learn the art of salsa with live music and dance instruction from Yemaya Salsa Dance Studio. Enjoy guided spotlight talks.

Exhibition Live! Program

7:00 PM   Enjoy tours and spotlight talks of Our America: The Latino Presence in American Art and Arte Mexicano: Legacy of the Masters (3rd Floor, Teel Family Pavilion)

7:00 PM   Visit the pop-up art market featuring Florentina Favela, Xico Gonzalez, Olga Cid, and Spanglish (Friedman Court)

7:30PM    Be mesmerized by Calidanza! Dance Company’s sultry Latin dance experience (Friedman Court)

8:00 PM   Feel the beat and spice things up with dancing and live music by the Yemaya Salsa Dance Company (Friedman Court)

~Space is limited and reserving tickets in advance is recommended~

The exhibition will only be open to ticketholders from 5:30 – 8:30 PM

$6 Members
$10 Students/youth
$12 Nonmembers

Don’t miss a truly incredible evening!

Latino & Mexicano Art Exhibits Featured at the Crocker

12 Sunday Oct 2014

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Our America: The Latino Presence in American Art
Sept. 21, 2014 – Jan. 11, 2015
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The exhibition explores the idea that we are “a nation of immigrants” by considering the varied contributions of Latino artists to American art and culture from the mid-20th century to the present. Featuring nearly 100 works across all media by some of the leading contemporary artists working in the United States, the exhibition will examine how their works express an evolving American experience. Latino artists across the United States were galvanized by the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and 1970s. They created new images of their communities and celebrated hybrid cultural traditions. Approaching their practice with humor, irony, and valor, Latino artists critically probed American history and popular culture, revealing the possibilities and tensions of expansionism, migration, and settlement.

Arte Mexicano: Legacy of the Masters
Oct. 12, 2014 – Feb. 1, 2015
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The exhibition showcases the ideals, individualism, and intertwining artistic lives of modern Mexican artists. Composed of 30 paintings and works on paper by nearly 20 artists, the exhibition highlights their varied responses to the post-revolutionary call for a distinctly Mexican visual art. Arte Mexicano will cover a wide range of artists active throughout the 20th century, and will trace the impact of the Mexican Revolution, as well as the influence of Mexican muralism, pre-Columbian traditions, and European artistic movements. The show hopes to bring a fresh perspective to popular conceptions of Mexican art by showcasing a variety of artists working throughout Mexico and the United States—including Diego Rivera, Gunther Gerzso, Carlos Merida, Remedios Varo, and Alejandro Santiago—and consider their interpretations of Mexican, modern, and personal identities.

For more information:
https://crockerartmuseum.org/exhibitions

El Grito de Dolores: El Día de la Independencia de México in Sacramento 2014

21 Sunday Sep 2014

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El Grito de Dolores celebrated on September 15th and is the event that marked the beginning of Mexico’s fight for independence.

Sacramento celebrates every year with an El Grito celebration at the West Steps of the Capital Building in Downtown Sacramento. Festivities start at 5pm, with El Grito de Dolores reenactment at 8pm.

Photos from El Grito de Dolores, El Día de la Independencia de México, in Sacramento 2014:

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s #Network4Cause Celebration, Viva Las Chicas!

10 Wednesday Sep 2014

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Dearest Sacramento members, volunteers, friends and supporters… you’re invited to join us for a FREE Chicas Latinas de Sacramento Event & Fundraiser at Mayahuel on Sept. 18th, from 5:30 – 8pm.

#Network4Cause is the traditional business and community networking you’re used to — with a wonderful charity spin! Every month Eric Ratinoff supports and sponsors a different nonprofit at his monthly mixer events. This month, it’s US!

#Network4Cause benefiting Chicas Latinas de Sacramento! #VivaLasChicas916, is free and open to the community. This will be Chicas Latinas’ ONLY community and fundraising event of the year, and will also serve as a closing celebration for our “Starting off on the Right Foot!” Shoe Drive.

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FREE #Network4Cause: ( http://bit.ly/Network4CauseChicas )

1.       Connect with Chicas Latinas and learn about our mission / vision for Sacramento

2.       Access to Local Community Leaders and Advocates

3.       Great Professional & Local Business Networking

4.       Delicious Appetizers served from 5:30-7pm

5.       “Cocktails for a Cause” a percentage of drink purchases benefit Chicas Latinas de Sacramento

6.       Proceeds from the Silent Auction help support Chicas Latinas’ Mission

7.       Be prepared to celebrate after an exciting announcement from Founder, Angela Rosas!

Share on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/903653189648374/

* LAST CHANCE ~ Please bring your shoe donations! More Info: http://bit.ly/ChicasShoeDrive

July 2014: Get involved with Chicas Latinas de Sacramento

14 Monday Jul 2014

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento members are keeping busy supporting, planning, and developing programs and events in the Sacramento Community.

Coming up ~~~ Join us! 

Chicas Latinas Running Group is meeting every Wednesday evening (6:30pm) at Curtis Park. And look for a new health blog series coming soon! See you out there on July 16th.

More…

Support a Chicas Latinas Member at Menagerie Pop up Art Show

Kiki Art Show 7.16.2014 Menagerie

Calidanza Dance Company Fundraiser – Volunteers Needed

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Fiesta en la Calle, ONLY A FEW SATURDAYS LEFT! 

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Sunday, August 3rd at 8:30am, Cesar Chavez Park: Give to the Homeless, Volunteers / Donations Needed

Clean out those closets, especially the closets of the men in your life. There are much more men on the streets in need than women. Shoes are extra special! Also needed, toiletries, socks, coffee, toothpaste, deodorant…

Please bring any donations the morning of (you will see us set up with folding tables and handing out coffee to a line of Sacramento’s homeless).

 

Have questions? Want to get involved? Email us using the form below: