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Back in the Swing, This Spring: May Happenings

28 Wednesday Apr 2021

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This month Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s offerings is filled with a diverse line up of events, something for everyone; If you want to help raise money, or rather focus on some more serious issues, or even perhaps some self care for a cause, we got something for you. Check out the events and mark your calendars!

Yard Sale Fundraiser: Saturday 5/01

Chicas Latinas de Sacramento will be hosting our 3rd Yard Sale. All proceeds will be used to help fund our Annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive event, which provides local children with new pairs of shoes.

Wear your mask and be prepared to shop… for a good cause!

DETAILS:
Saturday, May 1st
7am-2pm
2798 Wissemann Drive. Sac 95826
CASH/CARD accepted.

Facebook Event Link

(Chicas Latinas ~ want to volunteer? Let us know: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org)

WEAVE INC. Virtual Sexual Assault Presentation: Monday 5/03

As we close out Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we invite community members to join Chicas Latinas de Sacramento for a presentation and discussion with WEAVE Inc. representatives on sexual assault awareness and bystander intervention.

This free and important workshop takes place on Monday, May 3rd, 6:00pm to 7:00pm PDT

Click Here to Register

NAMI Virtual Yoga with Tami: Saturday 5/22

Join #TeamChicas for NAMIWalks Your Way 2021! This year Chicas Latinas de Sacramento is hosting a free virtual yoga class on May 22 at 10am: Registration is free

NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.

Please help us build awareness ~ by doing yoga with us in the comfort of your own home!

NAMIWalks Your Way: A United Day of Hope with the destination as always being Mental Health for All. Many events will coincide on May 22, 2021: Learn more

Chicas Latinas’ Scholarship Deadline: Saturday May 29

ATTN Students: Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Chicas Latinas de Sacramento Annual Scholarship deadline is May 29.

Scholarship Award: $2,000

Apply: http://bit.ly/ChicasScholarship2021-22

Scholarship General Eligibility

  • Resident of Sacramento County
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Be of Latino/a decent 
  • Currently full time student enrolled in High School or accredited Community College
  • Must enroll full time for 2021-2022 school year in accredited four year college or an accredited California Community College
Save the Date: #CLBookClub June Registration Opens May 1

Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s June bookclub read is “In the Dream House: A Memoir” by Carmen Maria Machado: Learn more and register

Happy (Socially Distanced) Holidays, Sacramento!

10 Thursday Dec 2020

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Happy holiday’s to Chicas Latinas members, volunteers, friends and family! We miss our community dearly and are working hard to identify opportunities to give and stay engaged with the Sacramento Latino community. We’ve been in contact with many of the local organizations we regularly work with and are working to identify safe ways Chicas Latinas can volunteer and continue making a difference in our community this holiday season, and beyond — virtually or at a safe 6-foot distance. Here’s hoping in-person gatherings are in our near future. In the meantime…

Here’s how you can give in Sacramento, this holiday season:

  • Volunteer: Chicas Latinas is looking for 2-3 volunteers to help wrap gifts for WEAVE’s “Winter Wonderland” on Friday Dec. 18, from 1-4pm — for Sacramento area families. Can you help? Email us: info@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org
  • Donate to The Sacramento Children’s home via its Holiday Giving Program, adopt a child (family from the nursery) or donate gift cards.
  • Donate to Sacramento Loaves & Fishes and follow them on social media, where they often post urgent/timely needs.
  • Join our Program & Events Committee, and help us start planning for a reemerging in 2021! Meetings are evenings via zoom, all are welcomed. Email for more info: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

Here’s where you can find some holiday cheer:

Join La Familia Counseling Center, Inc. on Friday, December 11th at their Maple Neighborhood Center from 3-5pm for our Annual Posada Navideña. It will be a safe drive-thru event, following social distance guidelines. Sacramento families will be able to enjoy Christmas decorations, goodie bags, raffles and even an appearance from Santa!

Unase con nosotros este Viernes 11 de Deciembre 2020 de 3 a 5 pm para nuestra Posada Navideña en el centro Maple. Tendremos decoraciones navideñas, bolsas de manualidades navideñas, chocolate caliente y pan dulce para llevar, rifas y Santa! Esta actividad sera desde su auto. Todos son invitados.
  • On Dec. 20, check out The Latino Center of Art and Culture’s “LA PASTORELA DE SACRAMENTO.” Expect a modern (Zoom) version of Mexico’s traditional Christmas pageant, registration is free!

And lastly, we’d be honored if you become a Chicas Latinas donor. Chicas Latinas’ has done ZERO fundraising for its own costs this year. Whether you’re able to contribute a one-time donation or a reoccurring donation — every donation adds up and helps us reach and stay active in the Sacramento community. Can’t donate? Share our efforts with your network and/or join us as a volunteer! (Extra points if you’re the digital type.)

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Happy Holiday’s from Chicas Latinas de Sacramento!

  • In loving memory of our Chicas Latinas’ member and friend, Sara Lopez.

Volunteer for 2019 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” – Distribution Day

07 Monday Oct 2019

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento‘s 5th Annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive is coming to an end — and on Oct. 22 Chicas Latinas members and community volunteers will distribute NEW shoe donations to the students at our 2019 sponsored school!

Be a part of Chicas Latinas / Sacramento giving history… as we give away our 2,000th new pair of shoes. 

Volunteer for “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive Distribution Day, Oct. 22

Distro Day Save the Date 2019

Two volunteer shifts available: 
Shift 1: 7am-10am
Shift 2: 9am-12pm

Deadline to signup is Oct. 15! 

Interested? Email…
– Your full name
– Phone number
– Org. or business you’re representing (if any)
– Indicate preferred shift(s)

To: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

Thank you Sacramento for your support! Once again, with your help, we will be able to PROVIDE EVERY CHILD at our sponsored school, Glenwood Elementary, with a NEW pair of shoes for the school year. To date, Chicas Latinas de Sacramento has successfully collected over 2,000 pairs of new shoes for children in Sacramento county. Thank you!

Students from Woodbine Elementary excited about showing off their new kicks (2015)

Want to do more…?

Join a Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s committee!

CL Committee Mtg. (1)Chicas Latinas’ Programs & Events Committee meeting is Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 at 6pm. Everyone is welcomed to participate (regardless of age, sex, ethnicity), let’s work together to inspire a culture of Latina philanthropy and leadership to Sacramento.

On Oct. 14, committee members will be putting the finishing touches on our “Starting Off on the Right Foot” distribution day, prepping for Join #TeamChicas at Run to Feed the Hungry! and finalizing our holiday giving activities.

 

Other committees: Scholarship, and Marketing and Community Outreach. 

Email for more info: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

Join #TeamChicas at Run to Feed the Hungry!

#TeamChicas is excited to join the 26th annual Run To Feed The Hungry benefiting Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Deadline to Register is Nov. 1. 

View #TeamChicas Pledge page: http://bit.ly/ChicasRTFTH2019 (donate, join, invite, share…!)

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Attn: Sacramento Yogis and Fair-Goers, give doing what you love!

27 Thursday Jun 2019

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento is in full-swing hosting 2019 fundraisers and drives to collect new shoes for our annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” shoe drive, benefiting Glenwood Elementary.

During our 2019 fundraiser and donation-drive, 100% of all new shoe and monetary donations collected will be used to provide a NEW pair of shoes for the children at Glenwood Elementary, part of the Robla Elementary School District. It is our goal to see to it that EVERY child (500) at our sponsored school is able to start the new year on the right foot!

How to give to “Starting Off on the Right Foot” in July!

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Yoga en el Capitolio!

All ages, genders, bodies, and abilities ~ no experience is required. Bring your mat, water, sunscreen, and your new shoe donations! You’ll leave knowing you provided a child with the opportunity to Start Off on the Right Foot and have enjoyed a great yoga class in nature, surrounded by a supportive community. Give to others and give to your self… an amazing start to any day!

Event check-in/registration is at 9AM | Yoga starts at 9:30AM | 12th & L Street, Capitol lawn

Register in Advance: $12  https://chicascapitolyoga.eventbrite.com

Register at Event: $15 – or – Donate a NEW pair of shoes

166th California State Fair!

Purchase your CA State Fair tickets in advance at bit.ly/CAStateFair2019 (rates start at $8 children/ $12 adults) – and – $1 of your purchase will benefit our “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive.

StateJuly 12-28, 2019, advance tickets available include: 

  • California State Fair Fun Pack
  • California State Fair Discount Tickets
  • California State Fair Season Passes

Can’t attend, but want to give?

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Donate directly to “Starting Off on the Right Foot” via Eventbrite Donation Page. Donate in increments of $5 ~ any amount helps us reach the goal of providing every child at Glenwood Elementary School with a NEW shoes for the 2019-2020 school year!

Interested in joining, helping, sponsoring… learning more? Shoot us an email: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org or visit us at ChicasLatinasdeSacramento.org

All donations are tax-deductible (Tax ID: 46-1048619).

Donate at: https://clshoedrive2019.eventbrite.com

Join Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s Leadership

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Our working committees are always open to new members! If you’re interested in joining and supporting Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s mission to make a positive impact in both the Latin and Sacramento community by improving, connecting and embracing our culture and the community in which we call our home, send us a note and/or join our next Programs & Events Meeting. Our Latina-powered 501(c)3 organization gives back to the community by utilizing our people and our culture to educate, inspire, and lead.

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

#TeamChicas’ Weekly Running & Walking Group

Get active, get social, and get outside with Chicas Latinas de Sacramento!

Join #TeamChicas’ every Wednesday at 6:30pm for a group run, jog, or walk ~ at your own pace. Friends and family are welcomed… furry ones included. Connect with us on Facebook or Instagram for timely updates.

 

Chicas Latinas’ June Sacramento Events, Volunteer Opportunities & “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Fundraisers

02 Sunday Jun 2019

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento is excited to announce Glenwood Elementary has been chosen as our 2019 shoe drive beneficiary! Glenwood Elementary School serves approximately 500 K-6th grade students. Over 60% of the students identify as hispanic/Latino and 93% of the entire student-body are considered socioeconomically disadvantaged.

CL Glenwood 2019During our 2019 fundraiser and donation-drive, 100% of all shoe and monetary donations collected will be used to provide a NEW pair of shoes for the children at Glenwood Elementary, part of Robla Elementary School District.

Chicas Latinas’ Annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive provides NEW shoes to local elementary students in need. Shoes that fit properly, are free of holes, and have intact soles, are unfortunately considered a luxury item for some Sacramento families and children. It is our goal to see to it that EVERY child (500) at our sponsored school is able to start the new year on the right foot!

In order to provide every child at our sponsored school with a NEW pair of athletic shoes this year, we’ll need to collect enough donations from the Sacramento community to provide over 500 pairs of shoes. Donate directly via the link below or join us at one of our exciting fundraising events (such as our two recent sell-out paint nights, pics below)!

 

Eventbrite Donation Link: https://clshoedrive2019.eventbrite.com

Interested in joining, helping, sponsoring… learning more? Shoot us an email: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org | All donations are tax-deductible (Tax ID: 46-1048619).

June “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Fundraiser

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Handmade Mexican Candy Graduation Leis! Perfect for your graduates – and – proceeds benefit “Starting Off on the Right Foot.” When you order your Mexican Candy Lei ~ your $10 donation will be used to provide a child at Glenwood Elementary School with a NEW pair of shoes. Leis are made to order, using all the traditional Mexican-candy favorites.

Necklaces and bracelets are available, order online by 6/9: https://chicaslatinas.ecrater.com/ 

*Stayed tuned for July 2019 “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive fundraising events! 

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Chicas Latinas’ June 2019 Announcements and Events:

Join Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s Leadership

Our working committees are always open to new members! If you’re interested in joining and supporting Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s mission to make a positive impact in both the Latin and Sacramento community by improving, connecting and embracing our culture and the community in which we call our home, send us a note and/or join our next Programs & Events Meeting. Our Latina-powered 501(c)3 organization gives back to the community by utilizing our people and our culture to educate, inspire, and lead.

Join Chicas Latinas June Programs & Events Committee Meeting on June 3 at 6pm. Email for info: Committees@ChicasLatinasdeSacramento.org 

#TeamChicas’ Weekly Running (sometimes Walking) Group

Get active, get social, and get outside with Chicas Latinas de Sacramento!

Join #TeamChicas’ every Wednesday at 6:30pm for a group run, jog, or walk ~ at your own pace. Friends and family are welcomed… furry ones included. Connect with us on Facebook or Instagram for timely updates.

 

June Volunteer Opportunities, Fundraisers, and Community Events

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

Chicas Latinas Requests Your Leadership!

28 Monday Jan 2019

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Welcome 2019!

This is an exciting year for Chicas Latinas de Sacramento, because we turn 10 years old in April!!! (That’s right, our lil’ ol’ Latina nonprofit organization has made it to double digits.)

To celebrate, we’re doing a call for committee members. We have a powerful leadership team who, year after year, organizes amazing community events, volunteer teams and activities for Sacramento ~ and as we enter into our next decade it’s time to invite new people and ideas to join the giving fun. We believe in the power of Latina leadership, and providing a path to leadership roles. 

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2019 At A Glance:

  • Sacramento Crisis Nursery Volunteer Events (next one is 2/2/2019… one spot left!)
  • Chicas Latinas de Sacramento’s 10 Year Anniversary Part-ay (help us plan!)
  • Chicas Latinas’ Annual Scholarship Awards and Fundraiser Events (we have some exciting fundraising events in the works)
  • Chicas Latinas’ Annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive (we love this event, and know you will too!)
  • YOUR IDEAS! (seriously, if we build it… they will come.) 

Aside from giving in the community, being part of something inspiring and powerful, and learning how to create movements, committee members become part of the Chicas Latinas family ~ and have access to Latina mentorship, support, and leadership! Joining our planning committee is an opportunity to learn, grow, network, and add some serious sparkle to any resume.

Curious? Send us an email committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org and/or join us at our next meeting on Monday February 11, 2019.

High School and College students encouraged to join!

 

Fall into Community Giving with Chicas Latinas de Sacramento

07 Sunday Oct 2018

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Starting Off on the Right Foot ~ Distro-Day Announced!

We are excited to announce that our “Starting Off on the Right Foot” distribution day at our sponsored Sacramento elementary school, D.W. Babcock, has been announced!

Volunteers, join us on November 1, when we’ll provide EVERY child at D.W. Babcock Elementary School with a NEW pair of shoes for the 2018-2019 school year.

You’re not going to want to miss this amazing morning of giving to children in our community. ❤️

 

Students from Woodbine Elementary excited about showing off their new kicks (2015)

Thank you to everyone who sponsored, held donation drives, donated, and supported with your shares and words of encouragement. With your help Chicas Latinas de Sacramento was able to (once again) provide a whole student-body with the joy of new shoes — shoes that fit and are free of holes — so that they can focus on their education. (Read about our founder’s story.)

Interested in volunteering? Shoot us a DM or email: committees@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

Media Inquiries, email: info@chicaslatinasdesacramento.org

2018 Run to Feed the Hungry

November 1st is a big day for Chicas Latinas de Sacramento… because it is also DEADLINE to register and join #TeamChicas at The 25th annual Run to Feed the Hungry benefiting Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services!

To join #TeamChicas: 
• Create an account on RaceRoster
• Register yourself using the Adult Team Option
• Select team name: #TeamChicas
• Complete registration process
• Invite your friends & family to join our team — all are welcomed: any age, any fitness level! 

Visit and share our Facebook Event page
* * * All team members must register by November 1, 2018 * * *
The team registration fee is $55 per adult and $35 per youth. Team registration includes a team shirt, team picture, access to VIP area… and more! 

* The deadline for team registration is November 1, 2018. Team team shirts will be available TBD.
View #TeamChicas Pledge page, here: bit.ly/ChicasRTFTH2018

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Sacramento Crisis Nursery

Last, but certainly not least, Chicas Latinas de Sacramento will be hosting a *spooky* Sacramento Crisis Nursery event on Oct. 27, complete with ghoulish treats and activities. There’s only 4 spots left ~ RSVP to secure your spot!

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Estrella del Mes: Agosto/Star of the Month: August!

23 Thursday Aug 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 Agosto/August!

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Agosto/Star of the Month: August!

Lillia

Lilia Stone – Member of Chicas Latinas de Sacramento and serves on Chicas Latinas’ Scholarship Committee

How long have you been a part of Chicas?     

I have been a part of Chicas Latinas since 2016.

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

I love the members of Chicas Latinas and their passion for helping others in the community. The committee volunteers are all extremely dedicated and donate hours of their time on a monthly basis to support our mission and to help others.

 What do you love about Sacramento?      

I love the Sacramento community. I’ve met so many individuals that want to better their surroundings, either through advocating for fair and equitable public policies or through volunteerism.   

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

My most memorable experience with Chicas Latinas is the award dinner with the Scholarship Committee that we had for our first Scholarship recipient last year. Celebrating the recipient’s academic accomplishments and success with her and her family was incredibly uplifting. Her parents were so proud and her younger siblings were inquiring as to how they could serve the community and what they could do academically to win scholarships when they reached her age. The dinner served as a reminder as to why I volunteer in the community, which is to invest in our youth.

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Why did you join Chicas?      

I moved to Sacramento from San Diego and wanted to feel more connected to my new community and invest in it, which is why when I met the CEO [of Chicas Latinas], I immediately knew that I wanted to volunteer with the organization.

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

If I had a superpower, it would be the ability to stop time. Sometimes it feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day to do everything I want to do!

 What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done?      

The craziest thing I have ever done is bungee jumping at the San Diego County Fair to [try to] get rid of my fear of heights. It’s safe to say that I’m still fearful of heights.

Name one fun fact about yourself.      

I grew up in very dissimilar environments. I lived eight years in Sonora, Mexico; lived in three towns in Massachusetts, then lived in San Diego, and Pennsylvania by the time I was 16.

What is your favorite quote to live by?

“I am not lucky. You know what I am? I am smart, I am talented, I take advantage of the opportunities that come my way and I work really, really hard. Don’t call me lucky. Call me a badass,” by Shonda Rhimes.

What is your most favorite family tradition?

My [annual] family reunion in Mexico on New Year’s Eve, in which we all dress up, have a formal dinner, rent a karaoke machine, and ring in the New Year together (often ending well into the morning). I normally don’t get to see all of my relatives often, and this is a great way to get us all together in one place.

 

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.