readingeagle.com - July 6 2023
Reading Area Community College recognized for support of Centro Hispano
The college received the 2023 Centro Hispano Daniel Torres Amigo Award.
Reading Area Community College has been recognized for its work to support local Latinos.
witf.org - July 3, 2023
In central Pa., most Black and Brown people struggle to make ends meet
With inflation and the high cost of gas and groceries, many households have had to adjust their budgets and limit unnecessary expenses.
A recent report from United Way Pennsylvania shows the impact is perhaps most severe on those already teetering
readingeagle.com - January 19, 2023
CHECKING THE PROGRESS
Houlahan tours federally funded projects that benefit the community.
www.cityandstatepa.com - October 20, 2022
Community. Safety. Education. One Reading nonprofit is working to build all three.
Michael Toledo, who leads Centro Hispano, says his organization provides a safety net for people in the Latino community. If you’re unfamiliar with the 222 Corridor, it’s the heart of the commonwealth’s Latino community.
readingeagle.com - October 12, 2022
Hispanic Center celebrates opening of modern facility in prominent Reading spot
The location at Second and Washington streets includes a senior center and more space for programs and services to the Reading area’s growing Latino population.
bctv.org - October 4, 2022
Centro Hispano’s Own Recognized in 2022 POWER 100 Who’s Who in Latino PA
Centro Hispano Board member Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and President & CEO of the Centro Hispano Michael Toledo, have been recognized on the 2022 POWER 100 Who’s Who in Latino Pennsylvania list.
readingeagle.com - May 12, 2022
Free health fair in Reading connects medical students with seniors
Some of the seniors had not seen a doctor for years.
There are numerous obstacles for older Latinos in Berks County and nationwide when it comes to getting proper health care, local Latino leaders say.
Language barriers, a lack of money or insurance, and transportation difficulties can prevent them from receiving care.
readingeagle.com - June 30, 2021
Daniel Torres Hispanic Center in Reading hires administrator to help it build for the future
Marcelino Colon Jr. saw firsthand how the nonprofit Daniel Torres Hispanic Center in Reading changes lives back when his mother paid her first visit to its senior center.
bctv.org- June 11, 2021
Centro Hispano, Olivet Boys & Girls Club to provide free summer meals for kids
Partnership will bring the Summer Food Service Program to 7 club locations.
readingeagle.com - May 26, 2021
Daniel Torres Hispanic Center in Reading to reopen in June
The Daniel Torres Hispanic Center will reopen Tuesday for in-person social service assistance.
readingeagle.com - May 10, 2021
Berks County leaders share their experience getting the COVID vaccine
Gone are the days of struggling to schedule an appointment, of flipping from web page to web page searching for an opening. The waiting and boiling frustration is over.
bctv.org - March 9, 2021
Centro Hispano and Tower Health Partner to Vaccinate Over 1100 Senior Citizens
Centro Hispano Daniel Torres Inc. hosted a Covid-19 pop-up vaccination clinic on Saturday March 6th to vaccinate some of the most vulnerable community members living in the city.
WFMZ.com - December 31, 2020
Latinos destacan momentos positivos del 2020
ALLENTOWN, PA.- Buscarle el lado positivo al 2020 puede resultar todo un desafío.
BCTV.org- November 26, 2019 (Reading)
safe berks receives $198k grant from pcadv
Safe Berks is honored to announce that we have received a $198,000 Culturally Specific three-year grant from the
PENN STATE NEWS - September 18, 2019 (Reading)
Magana overcomes odds to succeed after emigrating from Mexico
WYOMISSING, Pa. -- Gabriela “Gabby” Gonzalez Magana, a Penn State senior majoring in computer engineering …
READING EAGLE - July 07, 2019 (Reading) -
Latinos now make up 23 percent of the Berks County population, new census numbers show
2018 estimates also show the median age continues to rise, as the number of young people dwindles. READ MORE
bctv.org - July 6, 2023
Reading Area Community College Awarded Centro Hispano Daniel Torres’ Amigo Award
Reading Area Community College (RACC) was honored at a gala at Kraras Hall in Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Wyomissing on Thursday, June 29. Accepting the award on behalf of RACC was RACC President, Dr. Susan Looney.
aldianews.com - July 6, 2023
New report reveals financial troubles Black and Latino families face in Central PA
A recent report from United Way Pennsylvania shows how inflation and the rising costs of gas and other basic essentials have forced households to limit.
readingeagle.com - February 17, 2023
Collaboration the theme of Houlahan’s town hall in Reading
The event featured local leaders on a panel that covered an array of issues affecting local voters.
Michael Toledo believes that change truly begins when community members come together and push for it.
bctv.org - February 9, 2023
RACC, CASA of Berks County Implement Bridging Cultures Partnership
On January 28th, volunteers, board members, and staff of CASA of Berks County gathered in the Schmidt Technology Center of Reading Area Community College (RACC) to learn culture, language, and resources to improve the agency’s advocacy efforts with Hispanic children who are victims of child abuse and neglect.
readingeagle.com - October 11, 2022
Reading’s Daniel Torres Hispanic Center hosts mobile mammography bus
About 15 women received preventative health care through the initiative. Some local women got access to preventative health care thanks to a new Reading Hospital initiative.
bctv.org - October 7, 2022
BCTV Announces 2022 Community Builder & Community Media Award Winners
BCTV is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Community Builder and Community Media Awards, as well as the highly anticipated return of the accompanying celebration reception following several pandemic-induced postponements.
bctv.org- June 17, 2021
Centro Hispano Graduates 1st Virtual Cohort of Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors Initiative
Centro Hispano is proud to announce the successful completion and graduation of the first all virtual program of Abriendo Puertas .
witf.org - April 27, 2021
Nonprofits pick up slack in vaccinating communities of color
Organizations meet new needs of people they have already built trust with. At a weekend vaccination event, hundreds of people filed into the Olivet Boys’ and Girls’ Club in east Reading. People checked in, filled out personal information and got a shot in the arm in a matter of minutes.
readingeagle.com - March 9, 2021
Daniel Torres Hispanic Center teams with Reading Hospital to give over 1,000 COVID vaccines
The Daniel Torres Hispanic Center partnered with Reading Hospital to host a COVID-19 pop-up vaccination clinic Saturday for more than 1,000 city seniors.
WFMZ.com - December 25, 2020
Analizan impacto de pandemia en comunidades latinas de Pa
CONDADO BERKS, PA.- Si bien antes de la pandemia muchas familias latinas ya atravesaban por condiciones complicadas,
READING EAGLE - February 15, 2015 (Reading)
In Berks County, interpreters are just what doctor ordered
For Berks County residents like Juana Colon, going to the doctor involves more than getting to the appointment on time.
READING EAGLE - August 13, 2019 (Reading)
El Paso massacre suspect's racist manifesto spurs fears of race hate among Berks Latinos
Residents say they don't understand what could drive someone to hurt innocent people.
READING EAGLE - January 13, 2016 (Reading) -
Nonprofits, companies team up on coat giveaway in Reading
With tears welling in her eyes, Maria Vazquez was more than thankful for the free coat she received. READ MORE