As part of the activities of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration this year, Conexión Américas is calling for nominations for the annual Orgullo Hispano Award.

The deadline to submit nominations is August 19, 2024.

Do you know someone in the Hispanic community who has made a significant impact with their leadership and contributions? Now is the time to shine a spotlight on these unsung heroes. We are calling for nominations for the Orgullo Hispano awards to celebrate those who inspire and uplift our community. Nominate someone special today and help us honor their extraordinary efforts. 

ORGULLO HISPANO AWARD

SUBMIT A NOMINATION

The award will recognize three Latino adults or young people (19+) who have been persistently working to better their immediate community –neighborhood, school, workplace, nonprofit or civic organization. 

Thanks to the generous support of Southwest Airlines, prizes will include Southwest tickets for the three winners!!

CRITERIA

The ORGULLO HISPANO Award seeks to recognize Latino adults and young people living in Tennessee who:

  • Love what they do, going above and beyond, and do it with contagious passion.

  • Work diligently, avoiding the limelight, because their greatest satisfaction is a job well-done that has a positive impact on others.

  • Demonstrate deep and sustained engagement over time in what they do.

  • Inspire others to get involved.

  • Work hard and unselfishly to make a difference and have not been publicly recognized for their efforts.

  • The winner and three honorees must attend the ceremony on September 27th at 6pm, at Casa Azafrán (2195 Nolensville Pike, Nashville TN) where they will receive their prize.

Questions?: Please contact justin@conexionamericas.org

Join the Festivities

During Hispanic Heritage Month, observed nationwide from September 15 to October 15, Conexión Américas and our sponsors celebrate the presence, contributions and rich cultural heritage of Latinos in the United States and in Tennessee.

The Orgullo Hispano Awards Ceremony is just one part of our festivities. 

Join us all month to celebrate our Hispanic Heritage. Read more here.