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ALAS NAMED NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

LATINOS DREAMING TOGETHER

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The First Latino-Driven Non-Profit on the North Coast

The First Farmworker-Driven Non-Profit on the North Coast

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YO SOY ALAS

Through our Yo Soy ALAS campaign, we will introduce you to numerous members of our ALAS familia. Through this long-overdue initiative, we aim to recognize many of those who work with us behind the scenes and on the frontlines day in and day out.

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Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

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Summers End Music Festival

Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

Food Pantry September 10, 2022

Día de los Muertos Altar 2021

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Summers End Music Festival

ALAS has been built by our community coming together to create a space for celebration, healing, community engagement, advocacy, and hope.

Dr. Belinda Hernandez Arriaga Ed.D, L.C.S.W., Founder and Executive Director of ALAS

LATEST NEWS

Join us for the Photovoice Gallery Walk!
Experience powerful youth-led stories through photography and community action.

Saturday, May 17 | 11 AM–1 PM
ALAS Wellness Center – Half Moon Bay
Light refreshments provided. All are welcome!

RSVP is required — scan the QR code on the flyer to save your spot!

¡Acompáñanos al Paseo de Galería “Fotovoz”!
Descubre historias poderosas dirigidas por jóvenes a través de la fotografía y la acción comunitaria.

Sábado 17 de mayo | 11 AM–1 PM
Centro de Bienestar de ALAS – Half Moon Bay

Habrá aperitivos. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Se requiere reservación— escanea el código QR del volante para reservar tu lugar.

Join us for the Photovoice Gallery Walk!
Experience powerful youth-led stories through photography and community action.

Saturday, May 17 | 11 AM–1 PM
ALAS Wellness Center – Half Moon Bay
Light refreshments provided. All are welcome!

RSVP is required — scan the QR code on the flyer to save your spot!

¡Acompáñanos al Paseo de Galería “Fotovoz”!
Descubre historias poderosas dirigidas por jóvenes a través de la fotografía y la acción comunitaria.

Sábado 17 de mayo | 11 AM–1 PM
Centro de Bienestar de ALAS – Half Moon Bay

Habrá aperitivos. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Se requiere reservación— escanea el código QR del volante para reservar tu lugar.

We kicked off Mother’s Day early this Friday with so much love and joy!
Grateful for every mamá who showed up and every smile shared.

Huge thanks to our powerhouse team, Modelo, and the Santa Cruz Warriors for pouring your heart into our community — you made it unforgettable.

#MothersDay #CommunityLove #SCWarriors #GraciasModelo

¡Este viernes celebramos el Día de las Madres con mucho amor y alegría!
Agradecidas por cada mamá que nos acompañó y cada sonrisa compartida.

Gracias de corazón a nuestro increíble equipo, a Modelo y a los Santa Cruz Warriors por compartir su cariño con nuestra comunidad — lo hicieron inolvidable.

#DíaDeLasMadres #AmorComunitario #SCWarriors #graciasmodel

We kicked off Mother’s Day early this Friday with so much love and joy!
Grateful for every mamá who showed up and every smile shared.

Huge thanks to our powerhouse team, Modelo, and the Santa Cruz Warriors for pouring your heart into our community — you made it unforgettable.

#MothersDay #CommunityLove #SCWarriors #GraciasModelo

¡Este viernes celebramos el Día de las Madres con mucho amor y alegría!
Agradecidas por cada mamá que nos acompañó y cada sonrisa compartida.

Gracias de corazón a nuestro increíble equipo, a Modelo y a los Santa Cruz Warriors por compartir su cariño con nuestra comunidad — lo hicieron inolvidable.

#DíaDeLasMadres #AmorComunitario #SCWarriors #graciasmodel

¡Acompáñanos al evento El Niño y la Danza!✨
Un evento lleno de ritmo, tradición y alegría, donde la danza celebra nuestras historias y raíces culturales.

Join us for El Niño y la Danza!✨
A lively event full of music, tradition, and culture — where dance brings our stories to life.

¡Acompáñanos al evento El Niño y la Danza!✨
Un evento lleno de ritmo, tradición y alegría, donde la danza celebra nuestras historias y raíces culturales.

Join us for El Niño y la Danza!✨
A lively event full of music, tradition, and culture — where dance brings our stories to life.

🌟Congratulations to the Class of 2025!🌟

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Your journey through ALAS programs has not only shaped your growth, but also made us a part of your path to success—and for that, we are truly honored.

From those graduating from prestigious institutions like UC Berkeley, Stanford, USF and stepping boldly into their careers, to those continuing their academic journey at UC Berkeley, College of San Mateo, Fresno State, and beyond—your accomplishments inspire us.

Your leadership, resilience, and commitment to your communities shine brightly. You are paving the way for others and reminding us all of the power of perseverance and purpose.

¡Felicidades, Class of 2025! The future is brighter because of you.✨

🌟¡Felicidades a la Clase del 2025!🌟

Estamos increíblemente orgullosos y orgullosas de cada uno de ustedes. Su camino a través de los programas de ALAS no solo ha formado parte de su crecimiento, sino que también nos ha permitido ser parte de su trayectoria hacia el éxito—y por eso, nos sentimos profundamente agradecidos.

Desde quienes se gradúan de instituciones prestigiosas como UC Berkeley, Stanford, USF y dan sus primeros pasos hacia sus carreras profesionales, hasta quienes continúan su camino académico en UC Berkeley, College of San Mateo, Fresno State y más allá—sus logros nos inspiran.

Su liderazgo, resiliencia y compromiso con sus comunidades brillan con fuerza. Están abriendo caminos y recordándonos el poder de la perseverancia y el propósito.

¡Felicidades, Clase del 2025! El futuro es más brillante gracias a ustedes.✨

🌟Congratulations to the Class of 2025!🌟

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Your journey through ALAS programs has not only shaped your growth, but also made us a part of your path to success—and for that, we are truly honored.

From those graduating from prestigious institutions like UC Berkeley, Stanford, USF and stepping boldly into their careers, to those continuing their academic journey at UC Berkeley, College of San Mateo, Fresno State, and beyond—your accomplishments inspire us.

Your leadership, resilience, and commitment to your communities shine brightly. You are paving the way for others and reminding us all of the power of perseverance and purpose.

¡Felicidades, Class of 2025! The future is brighter because of you.✨

🌟¡Felicidades a la Clase del 2025!🌟

Estamos increíblemente orgullosos y orgullosas de cada uno de ustedes. Su camino a través de los programas de ALAS no solo ha formado parte de su crecimiento, sino que también nos ha permitido ser parte de su trayectoria hacia el éxito—y por eso, nos sentimos profundamente agradecidos.

Desde quienes se gradúan de instituciones prestigiosas como UC Berkeley, Stanford, USF y dan sus primeros pasos hacia sus carreras profesionales, hasta quienes continúan su camino académico en UC Berkeley, College of San Mateo, Fresno State y más allá—sus logros nos inspiran.

Su liderazgo, resiliencia y compromiso con sus comunidades brillan con fuerza. Están abriendo caminos y recordándonos el poder de la perseverancia y el propósito.

¡Felicidades, Clase del 2025! El futuro es más brillante gracias a ustedes.✨

ALAS joins forces with @HOPELatinas for #LatinaActionDay! This event is a powerful platform for amplifying Latina voices across California through meaningful conversations and impactful solutions. We are proud to be part of this movement as #LatinasTakeAction for our communities! Learn more at http://latinas.org/actionday ✊💜#hopeinaction

ALAS joins forces with @HOPELatinas for #LatinaActionDay! This event is a powerful platform for amplifying Latina voices across California through meaningful conversations and impactful solutions. We are proud to be part of this movement as #LatinasTakeAction for our communities! Learn more at http://latinas.org/actionday ✊💜#hopeinaction

It takes all of us, bringing our unique gifts and superpowers, to create the transformational change we dream of.

Let me introduce you to just a few of the incredible leaders behind our work:

— Meet Dr. H, our incredible Chief of Operations, who is so passionate about structure, finance, and building a strong work culture—ensuring we thrive, not just survive.

—Antonio, San Mateo’s Poet Laureate and a fierce advocate for our communities, leads youth activism and research with unmatched creativity and heart.

— Masha, our brilliant fundraising and acceleration coach, is a visionary who pushes us to believe in our biggest dreams and take even bolder action.

I’m so grateful for these champions of love and possibility, lifting us up every day!

And to our entire ALAS team for being the change we wish to see in the world. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

It takes all of us, bringing our unique gifts and superpowers, to create the transformational change we dream of.

Let me introduce you to just a few of the incredible leaders behind our work:

— Meet Dr. H, our incredible Chief of Operations, who is so passionate about structure, finance, and building a strong work culture—ensuring we thrive, not just survive.

—Antonio, San Mateo’s Poet Laureate and a fierce advocate for our communities, leads youth activism and research with unmatched creativity and heart.

— Masha, our brilliant fundraising and acceleration coach, is a visionary who pushes us to believe in our biggest dreams and take even bolder action.

I’m so grateful for these champions of love and possibility, lifting us up every day!

And to our entire ALAS team for being the change we wish to see in the world. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

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