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Black Lives Matter!
As a Latino mother, raising three young adults, leading a Latino serving organization, I am heartbroken as I reflect over the past two weeks. Processing my feelings not because of the continued injustice and unrest in our country, but for the continued disregard of…
Learn about El Centro’s Efforts During Covid-19
El Centro is proud to play an active role in softening the impact of the current pandemic by helping the Latino community. Learn about our efforts during Covid-19 and join us! Over 8,500 people fed 220 applications for unemployment, SNAP or Kancare benefits Utility…
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Job Opening-Economic Empowerment Manager
Summary: The Economic Empowerment Manager is responsible for coordinating financial programs and services that assist the low-income population manage their financial resources and help build economic assets. The manager works closely with other departments and...
DACA Informational Forum Huge Success
El Centro partnered with the Olathe School District to host a DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) Informational Forum on Saturday October 25th. A crowd of 150 people attended the event at Olathe North High School. Attendees heard from our panel, which...
El Centro Welcomes Janet Murguia to Kansas City
El Centro's President and CEO Irene Caudillo welcomed the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) President and CEO Janet Murguia to Kansas City, Kansas today for a Kansas Latino Get Out the Vote Launch. A crowd of over 120 people were urged to exercise their right to...
Home Buyer’s Education Class
18 individuals completed El Centro's Home Buyer's Education Class on Saturday. The eight hour course provides the education and certification needed to apply for a home loan. In the last 3 months, 32 individuals have received their certification through our program....
Overland Park Bike Rodeo is a Big Success!
¡Hoy nos la pasamos a todo dar en la Fiesta de Bicicletas de Overland Park! The El Centro Bike Rodeo Highlights 200 people attended 30 bikes raffled off for kids Taught 50 kids to ride their bikes without training wheels Distributed 150 bike helmets
El Centro’s MLJ Scholarship Fund
In late 2012 El Centro learned Mary Lou Jaramillo, past CEO/President would retire at the end of 2013. We at El Centro felt compelled to honor Mary Lou in a special way. Within the many educational, social and economic programs we offer, she had a special passion for...