HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

Welcome to National Hispanic Heritage Month!

  While formally celebrated Sep 15 - Oct 15, we're going to dedicate the entire month of September this year. 

Each year, people across the United States observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating and reflecting on the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. 

While Hispanic Heritage Month is only 30 days, the curators, researchers, and educators of the National Museum of American History work with communities across the country to document and share Latino histories every day of the year. 

As part of the museum’s commitment to sharing Hispanic and Latino history, the museum has updated its Latino History topic page, where you can find even more exhibitions, programs, museum collections, and resources that reflect the richness and diversity of Latino history in the United States. 

The museum's mission as a national public history institution is not only to tell complex stories but also to use history to empower people to create a just, compassionate, and equitable future. In an increasingly divided country, it is more important than ever to learn about and stand in solidarity with Latino communities. 

In Spiritual Service will be honoring our Hispanic brothers and sisters, as well as their remarkable contributions to our country and quality of life throughout the month. 

In particular, we are supporting the Maria Gomez Dream Foundation to support and further educational opportunities for high school students in her honor and memory. 

Learn more here: 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

Imagine, if you can, contributing to the education of someone who changes the world in a positive manner due to the educational opportunities they received. . .I am. 

Welcome to Hispanic Heritage Month!

Can you believe it's already been one year since I began forming my Diverse Advisory Council?! Some have risen to the challenge while others could not.  

Let's welcome back Stacey Flores, a student currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Sociology. Flores holds a bachelor’s degree in English, a master’s degree in higher and postsecondary education, and a master’s in counseling. She has taught classes in sociology, college readiness, and family and cultural diversity classes. Stacey’s passion is to help guide individuals with their major life transitions and to provide them with the tools to be successful in their new roles.

Stacey loves learning and has continued to add to her toolkit. She has been trained in Classical Feng Shui and BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny) and I-Ching Divination. Stacey studied with Master Jen Stone of the Raymond Lo School of Feng Shui and Destiny (Hong Kong).

This year, as last, we will be featuring The Maria Gomez Dream Foundation ( more information to come next week ).

Thank you, Stacey, for agreeing to remain on the council for another year!
 

 Welcome to International Charity Day 

In Spiritual Service is proud to support The Maria Gomez DREAM. 

Founded in 2015, The Maria Gomez DREAM honors Maria's Legacy by continuing to serve the community and making a positive impact in the lives of many.

Please visit their facebook page and follow our weekly posts for more information and ways to donate: 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

"We are extremely grateful for the support of In Spiritual Service in recognizing The Maria Gomez DREAM. This year marks the 9th year of our work in supporting high school students and their pursuit of their educational goals. We thank you for helping us continue the legacy of our beloved friend, Maria Gomez, who unfortunately lost her battle against cancer in 2014.

For more information and ways to donate, please visit: 

https://linktr.ee/themariagomezdream

or 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

"We look forward to having your support!" 

 National Hispanic Heritage Month: 

Sponsored by Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. Phoenix Alumnae Chapter and Arizona State University Lambda Chapter, the Maria Gomez Dream Scholarship is in memory of our sister who lost her battle with cancer in 2014. 

Maria was born in Delcias, Mexico and migrated with her parents to the US as a child. Raised in Phoenix, Maria graduated from Alhambra High School. 

A first-generation college student, Maria graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2010) and a Master's in Taxation (2012). 

Maria was a DREAMER who never let any obstacles hinder her education. A student leader, she cared deeply about her community and believed in giving of her time and talents to make the world a better place. 

After successfully attending Phoenix High School, Maria graduated as a student leader.  However, to attend college, she had to find alternative funding. 

Maria's dream was to be the first college graduate in her family. However, her family was unable to fund her desire for higher education, so Maria turned to scholarship programs and work in hopes of attaining her dream. 

Through this scholarship, we honor her legacy by supporting students in their pursuit of education as they prepare for success in college, career, and life.

For more information and ways to donate, please visit: 

https://linktr.ee/themariagomezdream

or 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

 Hispanic Heritage Month :

Maria's story, continued:

Because of hard work and the generous award of scholarships, Maria's enrolled in Arizona State University and was even a member of the homecoming court. 

After successfully raising scholarship money to attain her dream of being the first college graduate in her family, Maria enrolled in ASU ( Arizona State University ) where she majored and graduated in accounting in 2010. 

She then pursued her master's in accounting and graduated in 2014 while undergoing treatment for cancer. 

Any member who has liked and followed my business page, and who donates $50 to The Maria Gomez Dream Foundation will receive a free three-card reading. 

Please consider donating today to further assist young dreamer's dreams. 

For more information and ways to donate, please visit: 

https://linktr.ee/themariagomezdream

or 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

Thank you for making dreams come true.

 Hispanic Heritage Month - First Scholarship Recipient

 Meet Luis. The first Maria Gomez DREAM scholarship recipient and now our first college graduate. 

Luis was selected as our scholar due to his community service, leadership involvement, and academic achievement as a high school student which was similar to Maria’s commitment to making an impact on those around her. 

This earned Luis a full-ride scholarship to the prestigious Bowdoin College in Maine. While in college, Luis continued his involvement in the community which included an opportunity to study for a semester at Berkeley and at Harvard. Luis graduated from Bowdoin College with a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics, with minors in Gender Studies and Women’s Studies. 

He has begun his career as a Software Engineer. Luis is the first in his family to graduate from college. 

Donations to our scholarship enable us to continue to support students like Luis, who are committed to improving the world around them.

Please consider donating today to further assist young dreamer's dreams. 

For more information and ways to donate, please visit: 

https://linktr.ee/themariagomezdream

or 

https://www.facebook.com/themariagomezdream

Thank you for making dreams come true.