Highlights & Headlines

Connecting Talent with Opportunity: A Look into Our Inaugural Monthly Job Fair

February 16, 2024

In a vibrant kickoff to the year, our Workforce Development program hosted its first monthly job fair, drawing an impressive crowd of 70 attendees!

Celebrating Connections: A Heartwarming Valentine's Day Social for Seniors

February 14, 2024

This Valentine's Day, the heart of our community beat strongly as we hosted a memorable Senior Social, a testament to the power of partnership and the spirit of togetherness.

Empowering Dreams: Kickstarting Homeownership Journey with the Mi Casa Program

February 10, 2024

We kicked off our first class of the year with a first-time home buyers class!

Certificate of Achievement for Public Service Advocate Award presented to Ramonita Vargas

Serving the Underserved for over 55 Years

December 28, 2023

Named the 2022 Community Leader of the Year by Cleveland Magazine, Romanita Vargas utilizes her skills to provide fundamental necessities to those in her community.

Feria De Comunidad De Otoño (Fall Community Fair) (Families First) in partnership with Neighborhood Family Practice

October 27, 2023

A day filled with health, community engagement, and valuable resources for all!

Celebrando Nuestra Cultura (Celebrating Our Culture) (General Agency) in Partnership with Y.O.U. Cleveland

October 6, 2023

The event was a celebration of our rich heritage, filled with music, pride, and a warm sense of community. Grateful to have shared this cultural extravaganza with everyone!

Latino Construction Program 1st Annual Luncheon (Latino Construction Program)

September 15, 2023

We hosted our first annual celebration luncheon for our Latino Construction Program 🛠️. Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, and brought this event to life!

The Spanish American Committee distributed 186 backpacks full of school supplies to local students at our 2023 Back to School Fair

Highlights of Our 2023 Back to School Fair

September 11, 2023

Read some highlights of the success of our 2023 Back to School Fair!

Annual Job Fair Highlight

July 14, 2023

Highlighting the success of our Annual Job Fair - with over 40 attendees, the event was a thriving hub of opportunities.

Health Event hosted by Families First

June 27, 2023

Recap of our Health Event hosted by the Spanish American Committee's Families First Program, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic and Anthem! On June 27th, we provided free mammogram screenings onsite, delightful DIY flower bouquets, engaging self-care activities,...

Ramonita Vargas, CEO of the Spanish American Committee

Ramonita Vargas Named 2022 Community Leader of the Year by Cleveland Magazine

December 29, 2022

We are proud to announce that our CEO, Ramonita Vargas, was named the 2022 Community Leader of the Year by the Cleveland Magazine!

Celebrating Our 55 Year Anniversary!

November 21, 2022

Watch a video montage of our gala celebrating the Spanish American Committee's 55-year anniversary!

Latino Construction Program Class VIII Graduation

October 8, 2020

In December 2019, we had our Latino Construction Program VIII graduation! We are happy to announce a new generation of talented students who went through our program and are now waiting to work in the construction industry. Congratulations! And thank...